ProForm PFTL91206.0 manual

CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc - tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this man - ual for future reference. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal Model No. PFTL91206.0 Serial No. QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If [...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . .[...]

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

20. When folding or moving the treadmill, make s ure that the storage latch is fully closed. 2 1. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months. 22. Never drop or insert any object into any open- ing on the treadmill. 23. DANGER: Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and befo[...]

5 Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® 975 treadmill. The 975 treadmill offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. And w hen y ou’re not exercising, the unique 975 t read mill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. For your be[...]

ASSEMBL Y T o hire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. N ote : Th e un der side of the tre adm ill walk ing bel t i s coated [...]

7 2. Remove the screws and the wood brace from the Uprights (109). Discard the screws and the brace. Identify the left handrail, which has a hole in the indi- c ated location, and the right handrail. Hold the right handrail near the right Upright (109), and insert the Wire Harness (83) into the large hole in the right handrail and out of the upper [...]

8 6. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included hex keys in a secure place; the large hex key is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 22). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. 5. Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that th[...]

9 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 18), follo w the steps below to i nstall the re- ceiver and the short jumper wire included with the ches t pul se se nsor. 3. Make sure that no wires are pinched. Re att ach th e Access Door (94) with the 3/4” Screw (6). The other wires included with the receiver may be discarded. 1. Mak[...]

10 THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- i cone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD Your treadmill, like an[...]

1 1 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effec- tive and enjoyable. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display instant exercise feedback[...]

12 H OW TO TURN ON THE POWER Plug in the power cord (see page 10). Locate the reset /off c ircuit breaker on the treadmill frame near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset position. Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 11) and slide the clip onto the waistb[...]

13 Speed display —This display shows the s peed of the walking belt. Note: The console can display speed and dis- tance in either miles or kilometer s. To find which unit of measure- ment is selected, press the Stop button while inserting the k ey in to the console. An “E” for English miles or an “M” for met- ric kilometers will appear in[...]

14 H OW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. S elect a preset program. To select a preset pro- gram, press the Personal Trainer Programs button re- peatedly until one of the twelve preset program indicators lights. When a preset program is selected, the maximum speed setting of the prog[...]

15 M onitor your progress with the displays. See step 5 on pages 12 and 13. Measure your heart rate if desired. See step 6 on page 13. Turn on the fan if desired. See step 7 on page 13. W hen you are finished exercising, remove the k ey from the console. When the program ends, make sure that the in- cline of the treadmill is at the lowest setting. [...]

H OW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM Put on the optional chest pulse sensor. You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 18) to use a heart rate program. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select a heart rate program. To select a heart rate program, press the Heart Rate Control Programs button once or [...]

17 During both heart rate programs, the console will regularly compare your heart rate to the target h eart rate setting for the current segment. If your heart rate is too far below or above the target h eart rate setting, the speed of the walking belt will automatically increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate [...]

18 THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE T he console features an information mode that keeps track of the total distance that the walking belt has m oved and the total number of hours that the treadmill has been used. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles to kilometers. In addi- tion, the information mode allows you to tur[...]

19 HOW T O FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE B efore folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position; if you do not do this, you may perma- nently damage the treadmill. Next, unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. H[...]

20 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the treadmill frame firmly with your left hand. Pull the lat ch knob to the right. Pivot the frame down until the pin on the latch knob is below the handgrip. Then, slowly release the latc h knob. 2. Hold the frame firmly with both hands, and lower it to the floor. To decrease the possibility of injury,[...]

21 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. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the[...]

22 Locate the Reed Switch (24) and the Magnet (18) on the left side of the Pulley (120). Turn the Pulley until t he Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. M ake sure that the gap between the Magnet and the R eed Switch is about 1/8”. I f necessary, loosen the Screw (43), move the Reed Switch slightly, and then retighten the Screw. Then, reattach[...]

23 The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program. For more detailed exercise informa- tion, obtain a reputable book or consult your physician. 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. Th[...]

24 SUGGESTED STRETCHES T he 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. Hold for 15 counts, the[...]

25 NOTES[...]

To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 28 to 31. 26 P ART LIST—Model No. PFTL91206.0 R0906A 1 2 Foot Rail Cover 2 1 Left Foot Rail 3 1 Left Front Endcap 4 2 Belt Guide 5 4 Belt Guide Screw 6 40 3/4” Screw 7 1 Console Frame 8 4 Cage Nut 9 1 Incline Wire 10 1 Latch Warning Decal 11 2 Rear Platform Bolt 12 1 Latch Cove[...]

101 2 Lift Frame Bolt 1 02 1 Hairpin Cotter 103 1 Incline Motor Bolt, Lower 104 1 Hood Decal Plate 105 2 Extension Leg 1 06 2 Wheel Housing 107 2 Wheel Bolt 108 2 Wheel 109 1 Upright 110 1 Pulse Bar 111 1 Incline Motor Bolt, Upper 112 2 4” Bolt 113 1 Left Endcap Insert 114 1 Reset/Off Circuit Breaker 115 1 5/32” Hex Key 116 1 Right Handgrip Top[...]

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Part No. 245428 R0906A Printed in USA © 2006 ICON IP, Inc. ORDERING REPLACEMENT P ARTS T o order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to provide the following information: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFTL91206.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 975 treadmill) • the SERIAL [...]