Healthrider 831.297970 manual

¨ USER'S MANUAL Model No. 831.297970 Serial No. CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. Serial Number Decal Find the serial number in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN EST[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 SETTING UP THE T[...]

3 W ARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill. IMPORT ANT PRECAUTIONS 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. 2. Use the t[...]

4 23. DANGER: Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures de- scribed in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be perf[...]

5 Congratulations for purchasing the SOFTSTRIDER S200ª treadmill by HealthRider. The SOFTSTRIDER S200 offers an impressive array of features that will help you to achieve your fitness goals in the conve- nience of your home. From the advanced console to the ultra-soft walking belt, the SOFTSTRIDER S200 is designed to make each workout more effecti[...]

6 SETTING UP THE TREADMILL Set-up requires two people. Place the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until the treadmill is set up. No tools are required. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of l[...]

7 OPERA TION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE TM , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW[...]

8 CONSOLE OPERA TION FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the console is in the manual mode, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedb[...]

9 Refer to the drawing at the top of page 8. A. Water Bottle HolderÑKeeps your water bottle handy during your workouts. B. Accessory TrayÑHolds your personal items. C. Reading RackÑAllows you to enjoy your favorite magazine or read a book while you get in shape. D. INCLINE ButtonsÑThese buttons control the incline of the treadmill. Each time a [...]

10 Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9. Note: When you are familiar with the console, you may go directly to step 5. While learning to use the console, please read all steps. Select the MANUAL mode. When the key is inserted, the MANUAL indicator will begin to flash. (Note: If a program has been selected, hold dow[...]

11 SPEED display ÑThis display shows the speed of the walking belt, in miles per hour or kilome- ters per hour. How to select miles per hour and kilometers per hour: Hold down the PAUSE/STOP button while inserting the key into the console. An ÒEÓ (for english miles) or an ÒMÓ (for metric kilometers) will appear in the SPEED display. Press the [...]

12 Enter your age if desired. See step 4 on page 10. Adjust the maximum incline or speed setting. If you selected the Speed 1, Speed 2 or Speed 3 program: After an age setting is entered, a number will begin to flash in the SPEED dis- play. This number shows the maximum speed that the walking belt will reach during the program. The maximum speed se[...]

13 The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour. To select the information mode, hold down the PAUSE/STOP button while inserting the key into the console. When the informatio[...]

14 HOW T O FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. [...]

15 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, push the storage latch to the left. Pivot the treadmill until the storage latch is past the catch. 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the treadmill to the floor. To decrease the possibility of in- ju[...]

PROBLEM SOLUTION a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 9). Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of[...]

17 PROBLEM SOLUTION a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench, turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise, and the right bolt counter- clockwise, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run th[...]

18 The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program. For more information about exercise, consult your physician or obtain a reputable book. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity. The pro[...]

19 Cooling Down End each workout with five to ten minutes of stretching to cool down. This will develop muscle flexibility and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. Exercise Frequency To maintain or improve your condition, complete three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be- tween workouts. After a few months, you may com- pl[...]

P ART LISTÑModel No. 831.297970 R0499A Key No. Qty. Description 1 1 Rear Roller 2 6 Isolator 3 5 Hood Screw 4 4 Hood Bracket Clip 5 1 Handrail 6 1 Walking Platform 7 2 Frame Pivot Bolt 8 38 Screw 9 2 Rear Platform Screw 10 2 Cable Tie Clamp 11 6 Small Screw 12 1 Releasable Tie 13 5 8Ó Cable Tie 14 1 Belly Pan 15 1 Hood 16 2 Frame Pivot Spacer 17 [...]

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Part No. 155444 J00911-C R0499A Printed in USA © 1999 Sears, Roebuck and Co. The model number and serial number of your HealthRider ¨ SOFT- STRIDER S200ª treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or specia[...]