Do you have a question about the trainer 550 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Darlene Perez
January 18, 2025
The display screen is not working. I opened the box underneath and I see a three strands of red black green thin cords do they need to be plugged in somewhere?
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USER'S MANUAL Model No. GGTL04607.1 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete cus- tomer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are missing, PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE;...
Apply the decal in the lo- cation shown. Note: The decals may not be shown at actual size. GOLD'S GYM is a registered trademark of Gold's Gym International, Inc. This product is manufactured and distributed under license from Gold's Gym Merchandising, Inc.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in- structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON as- sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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DANGER: 21. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the Always unplug the power treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See cord immediately after use, before cleaning ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD the treadmill, and before performing the AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 21.) maintenance and adjustment procedures de- You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs.
And when youʼre not decal are shown on the front cover of this manual. exercising, the unique TRAINER 550 treadmill can be To avoid a registration fee for any service needed folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of under warranty, you must register the treadmill at other treadmills.
ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call 1-800-445-2480. Assembly re- quires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove the packing materials; do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant.
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2. Orient the Base (48) as shown. Identify the Right Upright (36), which has a square hole near the lower end. Orient the Right Upright (36) as shown, and attach it to the Base (48) with two 3/8" x 2 1/4" Bolts (40) and two 3/8"...
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5. Raise the Uprights (31, 36) so that the Base (48) is flat on the floor and positioned as shown. Wire Tie Cut the tie holding the Upright Wire (28) in a bun- dle. See the far right drawing. Wrap the wire tie in the Right Upright (36) around the end of the Upright Wire (28).
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7. See the left inset drawing. Identify the outer side of the remaining Frame Spacer (34). Hold the Frame Spacer (34) between the Left Upright (31) and the Lift Frame (59), with the outer side of the Frame Spacer facing the Left Upright.
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9. While another person holds the Console Base (26) near the right Handrail (18), attach the ground wire on the Console Base to the right Handrail with a #8 x 1/2" Ground Screw (11). Ground Wire Wire Connect the wire harness on the Console Base Harness (26) to the Upright Wire (28).
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12. Attach the ground wire on the Upright Wire (28) to the indicated hole in the Base (48) with a #8 x Grommet 1/2" Ground Screw (11). Press the indicated grommet into the Right Upright (36). Raise the Uprights (31, 36). Hole Ground Wire...
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM Clip FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE Whether you select the manual mode or a workout, you can listen to your favorite workout music or audio The treadmill console offers a selection of features books with the consoleʼs premium stereo sound system. designed to make your workouts more effective.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER 3. Select the manual mode. IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to When the key cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- is inserted, perature before turning on the power. If you do not the manual do this, the console displays or other electrical mode will be...
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6. Follow your progress with the display. Before using the handgrip pulse When the sensor, remove manual the sheets of Track mode is se- clear plastic from lected, the the metal con- Metal Contacts upper part of tacts. In addition, the display make sure that will show a...
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HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT each segment. Note: The same target heart rate setting may be programmed for consecutive seg- CAUTION: ments. If you have heart prob- During each segment of the workout, the console lems, or if you are over 60 years of age and will compare your heart rate to the target heart rate have been inactive, do not use the heart rate setting for that segment.
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HOW TO USE AN EVENT TRAINING WORKOUT speed of the walking belt will then increase to 6.5 mph. 1. Insert the key into the console. Note: To change the speed of the walking belt or See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page the incline of the treadmill at any time during the workout, press the Speed or Incline buttons.
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HOW TO USE A WEIGHT LOSS WORKOUT the profile represents the current segment of the workout. The height of the flashing segment indi- 1. Insert the key into the console. cates the speed setting for the current segment. At the end of each segment, a series of tones will See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 14.
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HOW TO USE A CLASSIC WORKOUT height of the flash- ing segment indi- 1. Insert the key into the console. cates the speed setting for the cur- See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page rent segment. At Current Segment the end of each segment, a series 2.
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THE INFORMATION MODE HOW TO USE THE STEREO SOUND SYSTEM The console features an information mode that keeps To play music or audio books through the consoleʼs track of treadmill usage information. The information stereo speakers, you must connect your MP3 player, mode also allows you to select miles or kilometers as CD player, or other personal audio player to the con- the unit of measurement and to turn on and turn off the...
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If you do not do this, you may damage the treadmill when you fold it. Next, unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs.
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame down until it is past the latch pin. Latch Knob Frame 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please see the front cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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Locate the Reed Switch (62) and the Magnet (67) on the left side of the Pulley (64). Turn the Pulley until 1/8 in. the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8 in.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning any time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your exercise program, consult your physician. body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after This is especially important for persons over the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing...
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to pro- vide the following information when contacting us: • the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...
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Do you have a question about the trainer 550 and is the answer not in the manual?
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The display screen is not working. I opened the box underneath and I see a three strands of red black green thin cords do they need to be plugged in somewhere?