Vision Fitness T8500 manuale d’uso

T r eadmill Owner’ s Manual “It All Star ts W ith a Vision” TR1 621-D EAST LAKE STREET P .O. BOX 280 LAKE MILLS, WI 53551 1-800-335-4338[...]

Congratulations on choosing a Vision Fitness T readmill. Y ou’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Y our Vision Fitness T readmill is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your T readmill can improve the quality of your life in so many ways. Here are just a [...]

ABOUT HOME EXERCISE Y our Vision Fitness T readmill is the ideal choice to help you maintain year round fitness. Y ou can use your Vision Fitness T readmill as the core of your exercise program, or as a supplement to other fitness activities. Many people will ride their bikes, hike, or swim in the more pleasant months, only to lose their improved f[...]

3 P ART 1 FEA TURES & BENEFITS T8500/T8400 T readmill . . .page 4-5 T8100/T8200 T readmill . . .page 6-7 P ART 2 GETTING ST ARTED Safety T ips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 8 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Moving Y our Vision T readmill . . . .1 1 Leveling the Base. . . . . . . . . . . . .12 P ART 3 - USING THE CONSOLE T ur[...]

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P ART 1 - TREADMILL FEA TURES & BENEFITS T8500/T8400 FULL PLA TFORM TREADMILLS Spacious • Spacious 20” wide running area Powerful 2 HP Continuous Duty Industrial Grade Motor • U.S. made industrial grade motor with full sealed bearing construction • Easy access to motor brushes • Open frame design for superior ventilation Push Button E[...]

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T8200/T8100 FOLDING TREADMILLS Folding • Saves space • Convenient for moving • Shock assisted for easy folding and unfolding Open Frame Design • Maximizes usable running surface • Motor is hidden beneath the deck for quieter operation • No obtrusive motor covers to impede feet or legs Powerful 2 HP Continuous Duty Industrial Grade Motor[...]

P ART 2 - GETTING ST ARTED IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this Vision Fitness T readmill. W ARNING! Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only . See grounding Instructions[...]

W ARNING! T o reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons: 1. Use this treadmill for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer . 2. Never operate this Treadmill if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly , if it has been dam- aged, or imme[...]

ASSEMBL Y - T8200/T8100 The Vision Fitness T8200/T8100 T readmills comes preassembled. Please follow the instructions below for proper unboxing and initial testing. It is recommended, when possible, that the treadmill be unboxed and initially tested by an authorized Vision Fitness dealer . If you have any questions regarding any part or function of[...]

ASSEMBL Y - T8500/T8400 See assembly instructions included with your Vision Fitness T8500/T8400 treadmil. MOVING YOUR VISION FITNESS TREADMILL Y our Vision Fitness T8200/T8100 Folding T readmills have a pair of transport wheels built into the front legs. It is easy to move your Vision Fitness T readmill by rolling it on the front transport wheels. [...]

PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME It is important that you place your Vision Fitness T readmill in a comfortable and inviting room. Y our Vision Fitness T readmill is designed to use minimal floor space and go nicely in your family room, den, or bedroom. Many people will place their treadmills facing the TV or a picture window . If at all possible, avoid putt[...]

P ART 3 - USING YOUR CONSOLE PROGRAMMABLE CONSOLE Y our Vision Fitness computer console offers variety of dif ferent profiles. These profiles are designed to make each exercise session enjoyable while you make progress toward your personal fitness goal. TURN POWER ON The On/Off switch for your T readmill is located next to the power supply cord plu[...]

T8500/T8400 CONSOLE INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSING THE PROFILE The profile option ‘P1’ will now show in the middle LED window . By pressing either the UP or DOWN arrow , you can move between the 3 different Profile options. When the Profile you choose to use is displayed on the screen, press the SELECT button. Now you are ready to choose your workout le[...]

CHOOSING THE WORKOUT LEVEL If you have selected Profile P1 (Manual), the console will skip this step and go directly to setting time option described below . If you have selected either Profile P2 to P6, ‘L1’ will now be showing in the furthest right display window . Each Profile has 9 different Levels to choose from. Y ou vary the Profile Leve[...]

ST ARTING YOUR TREADMILL Y ou are now ready to start exercising. After you press the ST ART button to begin the workout, the console will beep and the belt will begin to move. Begin walking on the T readmill belt now . Y ou may change the speed at any time by pressing the UP or DOWN speed arrows. FINISH YOUR FITNESS TREADMILL PROGRAM T o finish a w[...]

SPECIAL CONSOLE FEA TURES Manual Start If you wish to skip all programming steps, simply press ST ART , and the treadmill will start in Manual Profile mode, P1, at the speed of 1 MPH. T o change speeds, press the UP or DOWN arrow . Easy Start Each Profile has a ‘default’ Level. If a Profile Level is not entered, then the Profile will operate on[...]

FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS Once a program has begun, you may use the SELECT button to view the data of your choice on the number screen. The light next to the function name indicates which data is currently displayed. The follow- ing functions can be viewed: DISPLA Y DA T A USE THIS FUNCTION T O : DIST ANCE Set personal goals for covering greater amounts o[...]

PROFILE DET AILS P1 - MANUAL PROFILE Preset Time: None Primary Fitness Goal: Customized Workouts Course Description: The Manual Profile allows you to choose your own speed at any time during the workout. P2 - INTERV ALS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES Preset Time : 24 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Improve strength, speed and endurance Course Description: T[...]

P3 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES Preset Time: 48 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Profile is a powerful tool for weight loss. The combina- tion of low load intensity over a longer period of time has been found to be the most effective for weight control. P4 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE[...]

P5 - 5 KILOMETER RUN - ELEV A TION CHANGES Preset Time: None - Distance Program Primary Fitness Goal: Cardiovascular Conditioning Course Description: Simulates a short hilly course that is ideal for a quick but efficient cardiovascular work- out. P6 - 10 KILOMETER RUN - ELEV A TION CHANGES Preset Time: None - Distance Program Primary Fitness Goal: [...]

T8200/T8100 CONSOLE INSTRUCTIONS CHOOSING THE PROFILE The profile option ‘P1’ will now show in the middle LED window . By pressing either the UP or DOWN arrow , you can move between the 3 different Profile options. When the Profile you choose to use is displayed on the screen, press the SELECT button. Now you are ready to choose your workout le[...]

CHOOSING THE WORKOUT LEVEL If you have selected Profile P1 (Manual), the console will skip this step and go directly to setting time option described below . If you have selected either Profile P2 or P3, ‘L1’ will now be showing in the furthest right display window . Each Profile has 9 different Levels to choose from. Y ou vary the Profile Leve[...]

ST ARTING YOUR TREADMILL Y ou are now ready to start exercising. After you press the ST ART button to begin the workout, the console will beep and the belt will begin to move. Begin walking on the T readmill belt now . Y ou may change the speed at any time by pressing the UP or DOWN speed arrows. FINISH YOUR FITNESS TREADMILL PROGRAM T o finish a w[...]

SPECIAL CONSOLE FEA TURES Manual Start If you wish to skip all programming steps, simply press ST ART , and the treadmill will start in Manual Profile mode, P1, at the speed of 1 MPH. T o change speeds, press the UP or DOWN arrow . Easy Start Each Profile has a ‘default’ Level. If a Profile Level is not entered, then the Profile will operate on[...]

FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS Once a program has begun, you may use the SELECT button to view the data of your choice on the number screen. The light next to the function name indicates which data is currently displayed. The follow- ing functions can be viewed: DISPLA Y DA T A USE THIS FUNCTION T O : DIST ANCE Set personal goals for covering greater amounts o[...]

PROFILE DET AILS P1 - MANUAL PROFILE Preset Time: None Primary Fitness Goal: Customized Workouts Course Description: The Manual Profile allows you to choose your own speed at any time during the workout. P2 - INTERV ALS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES Preset Time : 24 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Improve strength, speed and endurance Course Description: T[...]

P3 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES Preset Time: 48 Minutes Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Profile is a powerful tool for weight loss. The combination of low load intensity over a longer period of time has been found to be the most effective for weight control. The course profile changes[...]

P ART 4 - MAINTENANCE CLEANING • Remove dust with a vacuum or slightly damp cloth. • Never use solvents on the deck or belt. Use of solvents can reduce critical lubrication of deck and belt CENTERING THE BEL T Y our Vision Fitness T readmill is built with a crowned roller to assure proper tracking of the belt on the center of the deck. When you[...]

30 P ART 4 Maintenance If Belt is too far to the left side: 1) Turn the left roller bolt 1/4 turn clockwise (tighten) 2) Turn the right roller bolt 1/4 turn counterclockwise (loosen) If Belt is too far to the right side: 1) Turn the right roller bolt 1/4 turn clockwise (tighten) 2) Turn the left roller bolt 1/4 turn counterclockwise (loosen)[...]

TENSIONING THE BEL T Running Belt If when you plant your foot on the belt, you can feel a slipping sensation then the belt has stretched and is slip- ping across the rollers. This is a normal and common adjustment on a new treadmill. T o eliminate this slipping, tension both the rear roller Allen bolts 1/4 TURN as shown above. T ry the treadmill ag[...]

P ART 5 - DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM Stretch First Before using your Vision Fitness T readmill, it is best to spend 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. W all Push Sta[...]

EXERCISE GUIDELINES Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program. How Often? The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardio- vascular fitness. If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve your goal faster with more frequent exercise. Whether [...]

T arget Heart Rate Zone The most common method for calculating your target heart rate is to first find your maximum heart rate. The standard formula for this is: 220—Y our Age = Maximum heart rate. Y ou do not want to workout at your maximum heart rate, you want to workout in your T arget Heart Rate Zone. Y our T arget Heart Rate Zone is a percen[...]

ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your Vision Fitness T readmill to lose weight? Improve muscle tone? Relieve stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful ex[...]

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FURTHER READING ON FITNESS ACSM Fitness Book American College of Sport Medicine Leisure Press Exercise and Y our Heart Pamphlet by the American Heart Association See your local American Heart Association Office The New Fit or Fat Covert Bailey Houghton Mifflin Company Fit or Fat for the 90’s A 60 Minute V ideo Covert Bailey Pacific Arts The Aerob[...]

W ARRANTIES FOR MODELS: T8100, T8200, T8200HRC T8400, T8400HRC , T8500HRC LIMITED HOME USE W ARRANTY VISION FITNESS extends the following exclusive, limited warranty , which shall apply only to the use of the device in the home, for residential, non-commercial purposes only . Any other use of the device shall void this warranty . VISION FITNESS her[...]

W ARRANTIES FOR MODELS: T8600HRC, T8600S, & T8900 (continued) LIMITED LIGHT COMMERCIAL W ARRANTY - Up to 5 hours use per day LIGHT COMMERCIAL USES DEFINED VISION FITNESS warrants models T8600S & T8600HRC for use in light commercial facilities including: Hotels, Resorts, Police & Fire Stations, Apartment Complexes, Corporate Fitness Cent[...]