Regular use of your treadmill can improve the quality of your life in so many ways. Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, a Fitness Gear treadmill can help you attain it – adding club-quality performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster.
I M PO R TA N T P R ECAUTI ONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this treadmill. When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this treadmill. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
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To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: WARNING • Never use the treadmill before securing the safety tether clip to your clothing. • If you experience any kind of pain, including but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
A S S E M B LY IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE! WARNING During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid. It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened.
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CONSOLE CONTROL PANEL READING RACK SAFTEY KEY PLACEMENT WATER BOTTLE POCKET DECK LOCK LATCH CONSOLE MAST ON/OFF SWITCH MOTOR COVER CIRCUIT BREAKER RUNNING BELT/RUNNING DECK POWER CORD SIDE RAIL FRAME EXTENSION ROLLER END CAP REAR ROLLER ADJUSTMENT BOLTS TRANSPORT WHEEL TOOLS INCLUDED 5 mm Allen Wrench 6 mm T-Wrench...
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PR E- AS S EM BLY Disassemble box and remove the cardboard packaging that is not beneath the treadmill. Do not attempt to lift the treadmill at this time. Remove plastic wrap from console masts. NOTE: During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt.
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AS S E M BLY ST E P HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : BOLT (G) LOCK WASHER (H) ARC WASHER (F) WASHER (I) Qty: 2 Qty: 4 Qty: 4 Qty: 2 Open HARDWARE BAG . Attach the CONSOLE to the CONSOLE UPRIGHT MAST using 1 BOLT (G), 1 LOCK WASHER (H), 1 ARC...
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A S SE MB LY ST E P HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : BOLT (E) ARC WASHER (F) SCREW (A) Qty: 4 Qty: 4 Qty: 2 Open HARDWARE BAG . Slide HANDLEBARS over CONSOLE bars and under CONSOLE plastic. Secure using 2 SCREWS (A).
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A S S EM BLY ST EP HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : BOLT (F) Qty: 2 A Open HARDWARE BAG . B Attach DECK LOCK LATCH to LEFT CONSOLE MAST using 2 BOLTS (F). DECK LOCK LATCH BOLT (F) ARC WASHERS (F) A S S EM BLY ST EP BOLTS (E)
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AS SE MB LY ST EP HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : BOLT (A) Qty: 4 A Open HARDWARE BAG . B Fold up treadmill (see page 14 for folding instructions). BOLTS (A) END CAP NOTE: Lock latch must be securely engaged before proceeding with assembly.
B E F O RE Y OU B EG I N HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ExERCISE: • Weight Loss • A Healthier Heart • Improved Muscle Tone • Increased Daily Energy Levels The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit. Your new treadmill will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising.
PROPER USAGE Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds. Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in small increments to reach a higher speed level. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. When not in use, remove the safety key, turn the on/off switch to off and unplug the power cord.
TENSIONING THE RUNNING BELT The running belt has been properly adjusted at the factory before it was shipped. At times the belt can move off-center during shipment. CAUTION: Running belt should NOT be moving during tensioning. Over-tightening the running belt can cause excessive wear on the treadmill as well as its components.
TR E A D M IL L O PERAT IO N PRO GRAM S TIME SE TTIN GS RO LLI N G WEI GH T CARDI O END URANCE MANU AL INTE RVALS MI NUTES MI NUTES M INUTES M INUTES M INUTES HI LLS LO SS...
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M O N ITO R DI SP L AY SPEED • Shown as MPH. Indicates how fast your walking or running surface is moving. TIME • Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout. HEART RATE •...
GE T T ING STAR T E D / S E L E CT I N G A PRO GRA M Check to make sure no objects are placed on the belt that will hinder the movement of the treadmill. Plug in the power cord and turn the treadmill ON.
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P R O GR A M P RO F IL E S MANUAL - User-adjustable Speed and Incline. Start Speed is 1 mph. INTERVALS (SPEED CHANGES) TIME PROG SEG Warm Up Cool Down SPEED ROLLING HILLS (INCLINE CHANGES) Start Speed is 3 mph. TIME PROG SEG Warm Up...
C ON DI T IO N IN G GUI DE L I NE S ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN ExERCISE PROGRAM. HOW OFTEN? (Frequency of Workouts) The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness.
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TAR GET HE AR T R AT E Z ON E CH A R T What is Target Heart Rate Zone? Target Heart Rate Zone tells you the number of times per minute your heart needs to beat to achieve a desired workout effect. It is represented as a percentage of the maximum number of times your heart can beat per minute.
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TI P S STRETCHING STRETCH FIRST Before using your product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion.
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T IP S THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP & COOL DOWN WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Make sure that you warm-up on your product at a slow pace.
TR O UB L E SH O OTI NG COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS ARE THE SOUNDS MY TREADMILL MAKES NORMAL? All treadmills make a certain type of thumping noise due to the belt riding over the rollers, especially new treadmills. This noise will diminish over time, although may not totally go away. Over time, the belt will stretch, causing the belt to ride smoother over the rollers.
• Has the machine been lubricated and maintained per the maintenance schedule? Answering these and other questions will give the technicians the ability to send proper replacement parts and the service necessary to get you and your Fitness Gear treadmill running again!
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• Inspect the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact Fitness Gear. • Make sure the power cord is not underneath the treadmill or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut.
AT YOUR OWN RISK and all original parts for a period of 90 days from the and Fitness Gear shall have no liability for any injury to the person date of original purchase, so long as the device remains or property arising from such repairs.
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