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Life Fitness T9i Operation Manual

Life Fitness T9i Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 T9i Treadmill o p e r a t i o n m a n u a l...

  • Page 2: Corporate Headquarters

    800.735.3867 (Toll-free within U.S.A., Canada) LIFE FITNESS ASIA PACIFIC LTD Room 2610, Miramar Tower 132 Nathan Road Tsimshatsui, Kowloon HONG KONG Telephone: (+852) 2891.6677 FAX: (+852) 2575.6001 LIFE FITNESS ATLANTIC BV LIFE FITNESS BENELUX Bijdorpplein 25-31 2992 LB Barendrecht THE NETHERLANDS Telephone: (+31) 180.646.666...
  • Page 3 Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions. members on how to use it correctly and safely. Avant d'utiliser ce produit, il est indispensable de lire ce manuel d'utilisation dans son INTÉGRALITÉ, ainsi que TOUTES les instructions d'installations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Time in Zone Goal Sport Training 5K, 10K, Time Based Zone Training + Heart Rate Hill Fitness Tests Life Fitness Fit Test, Army PFT, Navy PRT, Marines PFT, Airforce PRT, Gerkin, PEB System , Heart Rate Interval , Extreme Heart Rate Page...
  • Page 5 Life Fitness T9i Treadmill Specifications ........
  • Page 6 This Operation Manual describes the functions of the Life Fitness T9i Treadmill. See "Specifications" in this manual for product specific features. Statement of Purpose: The treadmill is an exercise machine that enables users to walk or run, in place, on a moving surface.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    To disconnect, turn power OFF at the ON/OFF switch, then remove plug from electrical outlet. • Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
  • Page 8 Handrails may be held to enhance stability as needed, but are not for continuous use. • Never mount or dismount the treadmill while the striding belt is moving. Use the handrails whenever additional stability is required. In case of an emergency, such as tripping, grasp the handrails, and place the feet on the side platforms.

  • Page 9: Consignes De Sécurité Importantes

    électrique. • Ne jamais faire fonctionner un produit Life Fitness dont la fiche ou le cordon d'alimentation est endommagé, ni aucun appareil qui serait tombé ou aurait été endommagé ou même partiellement plongé dans l'eau. Appeler le service clientèle de Life Fitness.
  • Page 10 électrique, débrancher le cordon de la prise et le récupérer avec précaution. S'il est impossible de l'atteindre, communiquer avec le service à la clien- tèle de Life Fitness. • Ne jamais placer aucun liquide directement sur l'appareil, sauf dans le plateau pour acces- soires ou un support prévu à...

  • Page 11: Setup

    ETUP Read the Operation Manual before setting up the Life Fitness Treadmill. Place the treadmill where it will be used before beginning the setup procedure. LECTRICAL OWER The Life Fitness Treadmill requires a non-dedicated electrical line according to the configurations listed in the chart below.

  • Page 12: How To Position And Stabilize The Life Fitness Treadmill

    Then, turn the treadmill ON. Have one person stand on the platforms on either side of the treadmill frame. Do not stand on the belt at this time. Press the QUICK START key, and increase the speed to 4.0 miles per hour (MPH), or 6.4 kilometers per hour (KPH), using the SPEED UP arrow.

  • Page 13: Service Access Port

    NOTE: It may be necessary to tip the treadmill to route the power cord properly. To plug the power cord into an outlet in front of the treadmill, use Hole Pattern 1 for outlets located at the front of the machine.
  • Page 14 To plug the power cord into an outlet in rear of the treadmill, use Hole Pattern 2 for outlets locat- ed at the rear of the machine. WARNING: Make sure that there is a 6-foot clearance behind the treadmill. WARNING: Insure that the power cord (A) does not contact the striding belt or get pinched between the frame (C), lift arm (B) or the wheel;...

  • Page 15: The Display Console

    ISPLAY ONSOLE The computerized display console on the treadmill allows the user to tailor a workout to personal fitness abilities and goals and to monitor progress. With this easy-to-use console, the user can track fitness improvement from one workout to the next.

  • Page 16: Message Center

    TIME, INCLINE, and SPEED ARROW keys: Press these keys to increase or decrease the workout time, the incline of the treadmill deck, or the striding belt speed respectively. The MES- SAGE CENTER displays the input data in sections located just above the keys. Additionally, any of these keys may be pressed to set up a workout or to change “User Menu”...

  • Page 17: Reading Rack And Accessory Trays

    The Life Fitness Treadmill is equipped with a manual emergency stop system. Use the feature described below to stop the treadmill immediately. A circular-shaped STOP magnet is located on the left side of the panel below the display console. A cord with a clip is attached to this magnet. Before starting a workout, attach the clip to clothing.

  • Page 18: Heart Rate Zone Training® Exercise

    The zone is a percentage of the theoretical maximum (HRmax), and its value depends on the workout. The Life Fitness Treadmill features five exclu- sive workouts designed to take full advantage of the benefits of Heart Rate Zone Training+ exer- cise: •...

  • Page 19: The Lifepulse System

    HEST The Life Fitness Treadmill is equipped with Polar electrodes, pressed against the skin, transfer heart rate signals to the treadmill console. These electrodes are attached to a chest strap that the user wears during the workout. See the diagram below for correct positioning of the strap. The electrodes (A), which are the two grooved surfaces on the underside of the strap, must remain wet to transmit accurately the electrical impulses of the heart back to the receiver.

  • Page 20: The Workouts

    ORKOUT VERVIEWS The following workouts are preprogrammed for the Life Fitness Treadmill. GO SYSTEM QUICK START is the fastest way to begin exercising. After the WALK, JOG, or RUN key is pressed, a MANUAL workout begins immediately at the pre-programmed speed for the respective key pressed.

  • Page 21: Using The Workouts

    80 percent of the theoretical maximum. FITNESS TESTS LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements and endurance every 4-6 weeks. ADDITIONAL FITNESS TESTS are similar to the FIT TEST workout, except that these pro- grams are based upon specific predefined protocols.

  • Page 22: Life Fitness Treadmill Workout Setup Steps

    Enter age Enter THR* Enter walk speed Enter jog speed repeatedly until Begin workout TIME IN ZONE GOAL appears; press ENTER LIFE FITNESS FIT TEST** Press FIT TEST repeatedly until FIT TEST appears; press ENTER Enter weight Enter age Enter gender...

  • Page 23: Workout Descriptions

    The console continuously monitors and displays the heart rate, adjusting the intensity level of the treadmill to reach and maintain the target*. This system eliminates over- and under-training, and it maximizes the aerobic benefits of exercise by using the body's fat stores for fuel.

  • Page 24: Cardio

    NOTE: Change the target heart rate at any time by using the NUMERIC KEYPAD. The Life Fitness-patented HILL workout offers a variety of configurations for interval training. Intervals are periods of intense cardiovascular exercise separated by regular periods of lower-intensity exer- cise.

  • Page 25: My Workouts

    Interval Training phase. This pattern repeats until the workout is completed. ORKOUTS The my workouts feature on this treadmill makes it possible to pre-set up to seven workouts with personal setup information, such as age and desired speed, and then store the workouts in the console memory.
  • Page 26 HANGE ETTINGS 1. Follow steps 1 through 4 under “Editing Settings For Workouts Saved Under My Workouts.” 2. Press the FIT TEST key. 3. The MESSAGE CENTER displays a prompt, "REPROGRAM WORKOUT MODE - SELECT WORKOUT NOW." Scroll through the workouts displayed in the MESSAGE CENTER by repeatedly pressing the FIT TEST key.
  • Page 27 USTOM ORKOUTS The treadmill console stores up to six custom workouts. For information on creating these work- outs, see the topic titled Programming Custom Workouts in Section 5, titled “User Menu”. To use custom workouts, press the PERSONAL TRAINER key repeatedly until the MESSAGE CENTER displays “PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUTS”.
  • Page 28 If the heart rate goes above the theoretical maximum for more then 45 seconds, the treadmill automatically goes into pause mode. If the user does not reach a heart rate goal after five minutes, the MESSAGE CENTER displays a prompt to increase or decrease speed, depending on whether the workout is in a hill or valley phase.
  • Page 29 † for more then 45 seconds, the treadmill automatically goes into pause mode. If the user does not reach a heart rate goal after five minutes, the MESSAGE CENTER displays a prompt to increase or decrease speed, depending on whether the workout is in a hill or valley phase.
  • Page 30 (HRmax). That target rate is maintained for a stabilizing period. Then, the incline is reduced to 0 percent, and the treadmill slows to the walk speed. When the heart rate falls to the 65 percent of HRmax goal, it is maintained there for a stabilizing period. The program repeats the alternating of speeds and incline levels, continuing this pattern throughout the dura- tion.
  • Page 31 1) L ITNESS The treadmill Fit Test program is another exclusive feature of this versatile treadmill. The Fit Test workout measures cardiovascular fitness and can be used to monitor improvements in endurance every four to six weeks. The user must grasp the hand sensors (if equipped) when prompted or wear a heart rate chest strap, as the test score calculation is based on a heart rate reading.
  • Page 32 Within each suggested range, these additional guidelines can be used: Lower Half of Range higher age lower weight shorter * In cases of excessive weight, use lower half of range The computer will not accept: heart rates less than 52 or greater than 200 beats per minute body weights less than 75 pounds (34 kg) or greater than 400 pounds (181 kg) ages below 10 or over 99 years data input that exceeds human potential...
  • Page 33 Very Low <28 Life Fitness developed this rating scale based on VO2 max percentile distributions referenced in American College of Sports Medicine's "Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription" (6th Ed. 2000). It is designed to provide a qualitative description of a user's VO2 max estimation, and a means of assessing initial fitness level and tracking improvement.
  • Page 34 2) A DDITIONAL ITNESS ESTS The Life Fitness Treadmill features fitness tests based upon specific predefined protocols. • ARMY PFT: 2.0 miles The U.S. Army Physical Fitness Test is a physical performance test used to assess mus- cular endurance and cardiorespiratory fitness.

  • Page 35: Maximizing Workouts On A Life Fitness Treadmill

    Feedback feature enables users to monitor their pace, or rate of minutes per mile, while running on the treadmill. This feature must be enabled in “User Menu”. See Section 5, titled “My Configuration”, for more information. The MESSAGE CENTER displays the MPH and pace simultaneously when the user adjusts the treadmill speed with the ARROW KEYS.

  • Page 36: Cool-Down

    Life Fitness' unique Cool-Down Protocol automatically customizes every cool-down based on each user's workout performance. Workout performance factors, such as speed, incline, duration, and heart rate, determine the duration and intensity of the cool-down. IMMING The dimming feature controls the brightness of the treadmill console display. To change the default brightness setting, press the PERSONAL TRAINER key repeatedly until the MESSAGE CENTER displays “DIMMING,”...

  • Page 37: User Menu

    USER MENU has been activated. OR, hold down the ENTER key, and turn the treadmill on. The message "USER MENU" will appear. After about one second, the MESSAGE CENTER displays the first menu item.

  • Page 38: Programming Custom Workouts

    Next, select the interval type. Use the arrow keys to toggle between the displayed options, and press the ENTER key to select the desired interval type. Options are: • Speed/Incline, in which a treadmill speed and/or incline grade is selected for each interval •...

  • Page 39: Creating/Changing A Start Message

    REATING HANGING A After entering “My Configuration”, scroll to the START MESSAGE SETUP option and press ENTER. Use the SPEED ARROW keys to select an available letter, number or special charac- ter. Use the INCLINE ARROW keys to move forward or backward throughout the message, or insert spaces, one character at a time.

  • Page 40: User Menu Settings

    The measurement unit type for weight, distance, and speed. See Programming Custom Workouts in this Section. 12.0 (MPH) This is the fastest speed at which the treadmill can operate. 5 (minute) This is the maximum time during which a workout can remain in pause mode.

  • Page 41: Service And Technical Data

    (51 mm) from either side of the frame. If the striding belt travels beyond this position, see sec- tion 6.5, titled How to Adjust and Tension the Striding Belt, or contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services, for proper alignment instructions, 1-800-351-3737 (USA).

  • Page 42: Preventive Maintenance Schedule

    Machine Level *Inspect Striding Belt Inspect Centered Frame, Toe Guards, Endcaps Tinsel Visually Inspect if Treadmill has been Moved Replace Tinsel if Changing Belt and Deck *Use bubble level to inspect AINTENANCE CHEDULE MONTHLY QUARTERLY DISPLAY CONSOLE ASSEMBLY HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting The Treadmill

    Refer to the Operations Manual. Using a voltmeter, verify power at outlet. If no power exists, reset circuit breaker at panel. Replace line cord. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services*. Inspect power connection at wall outlet for proper contact.
  • Page 44 Remove any debris or objects that may cause inter- ference with the treadmill. Reposition tinsel on the outside of the striding belt. Plug treadmill into a dedicated amp circuit. Check all electrical connections for proper attachment. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services*.
  • Page 45 Move all possible obstructions off display console and handlebar. Move all possible obstructions off display console and handlebar. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services*. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services*. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services*. Contact Life Fitness...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting The Heart Rate Chest Strap

    Make sure the chest strap trans- mitter is within three feet (one meter) of the heart rate receiver. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services* for instructions on how to have the chest strap replaced. Move the treadmill a few inches...

  • Page 47: How To Adjust And Tension The Striding Belt

    Do not move treadmill or place hands under treadmill while it is plugged into an electrical outlet! ENSIONING A 5/16-inch hex key wrench is required for this task. The Life Fitness Treadmill has access holes in the rear roller guards which allow access to the tensioning bolts. These tensioning bolts make it possible to adjust the tracking and centering of the striding belt (A) without removing the guards.

  • Page 48: Tensioning An Existing Striding Belt

    ENSIONING AN XISTING Enter the Manual workout and operate the treadmill for five minutes at 5.0 MPH (8.0 KPH). NOTE: DO NOT RUN OR WALK ON BELT. Reduce the speed to 2.0 MPH (3.2 KPH). Walk on the treadmill. Tightly grip the handrails and apply force with feet on the striding belt near the motor cover against the moving belt direction.

  • Page 49: How To Obtain Product Service

    2. Locate and write down the serial number of the unit, which is located on a plate near the power switch. 3. Contact the nearest Life Fitness Customer Support Services group: For Product Service within the United States and Canada: Telephone: (+1) 847.451.0036...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Session Stop Push Switch raised and prominently positioned Fat Burn, Cardio, Hill, Random, Manual, Custom (6 customizable work- outs), Life Fitness Fit Test, Army PFT, Navy PRT, Air Force PRT, Marines PFT, Gerkin, Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB), Sport Training...
  • Page 52 M051-00K60-A061 Life Fitness World Headquarters 5100 North River Road Schiller Park, IL 60176...

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