ProForm DTL52942 manual

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    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. Model No. DTL52942 Serial No. Visit our website at www .proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more! USER'S MANUAL QUESTIONS? I[...]

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

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    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. 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 treadmill only as descri[...]

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    20. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in- cline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the per- sonal trainer describes the change. [...]

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    5 Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® CS9e treadmill. The PROFORM CS9e treadmill com- bines advanced technology with innovative design to help you get the most from your exercise program in the convenience and privacy of your home. And when you’re not exercising, the unique PROFORM CS9e treadmill can be folded up, requiring less [...]

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    ASSEMBL Y 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: The und ersi de o f th e tre admi ll w alki ng b elt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to [...]

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    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- cated 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 e[...]

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    8 6. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place. The large allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 27). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. 5. Remove the knob from the pin. Make s[...]

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    9 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 23), follow t he step s below to insta ll the r e- ceiver and the short jumper wire included with the chest pulse senso r. 3. Make sure that no wires are pinched. Rea ttac h the Access Door (94) with the 3/4” Screw (6). The other wires included with the receiver may be discarded. 1. Make[...]

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    10 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 TO PLUG IN THE POWER COR[...]

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    1 1 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features that help you get the most from your workouts. 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. You can even m[...]

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    12 HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER Plug in the power cord (see page 10). Locate the reset /off circuit breaker 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 waistband of your cloth es. Nex[...]

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    13 Speed display —This display shows the speed 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 into the console. An “E” for English miles or an “M” for met- ric kilometers will appear in t[...]

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    14 HOW TO USE PRESET PROGRAMS Insert the key fully into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select one of the preset programs. When the key is in- serted, the manual mode will be selec ted. To select a personal trainer program, press the Program Select but- ton repeatedly until one of the four personal trainer program indicators l[...]

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    15 To stop the program at any time, press the Stop button. The Time/Pace display will begin to fla sh. To restart the program, press the Start button or the Speed increase bu tton. The walking belt will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next segment of the program begins, the treadmill will automati- cally adj ust to the spee d and incline settings [...]

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    16 HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS Put on the optional chest pulse sensor. You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 23) to use a heart rate program. See the instructions included with the chest pulse sensor. Insert the key fully into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select a heart rate program. When the key is in [...]

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    17 Press the Start button or the Speed increase button to start the progr am. A moment after the button is pressed, the tread- mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the program. Hold the handrails and begin walking. Each heart rate program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. O ne ta rg et [...]

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    18 HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.com CDs , the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 18 and 19 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com video- cassettes , the treadmill must be connected to your VCR. See page 20 f[...]

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    19 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord. Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter. Plug the adapter into the [...]

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    20 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 19. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the[...]

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    21 If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low, you can manually override the settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console. However, when the next “chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program. To stop the walking belt at any time, press the St[...]

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    22 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 19. In addi- tion, you must have an internet connection and an in- ternet service provider. A list of specific system re- quirements is found on our Web site. Follow the[...]

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    23 THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of total number of miles that the walking belt has moved 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 tu[...]

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    24 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) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold t[...]

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    25 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the treadmill frame firmly with your left hand. Pull the latc h knob to the right. Pivot the treadmill down until the pin on the latch knob is below the handgrip. Slowly re- lease the latc h knob. 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the treadmill to the floor. To decrease the possibi[...]

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    26 PROBLEM: The power does not turn on 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 10). Use only a sing le-out let su rge su ppres- sor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. Im port ant: The tre admi ll i s no t[...]

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    Locate the Reed Switch (24) and the Magnet (18) on the left side of the Pulley (120). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8”. If necessary, loosen the Screw (25) and move the Reed Switch slightly. Retighten the Screw. Reattach the Hood. Make sur[...]

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    28 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[...]

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    29 SUGGESTED STRETCHES The 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, then [...]

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    To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. 30 P ART LIST—Model No. DTL52942 R0604A 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 56 3/4” Screw 7 1 Console Frame 8 4 Cage Nut 9 1 Incline Wire 10 1 Warning Decal 11 2 Rear Platform Bolt 12 1[...]

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    100 4 Base Pad 101 2 Clevis Pin 102 3 Hairpin Cotter 103 1 Lift Motor Pin 104 1 Decal Plate 105 1 Outlet Plate 106 2 Wheel Housing 107 2 Wheel Bolt 108 2 Wheel 109 1 Upright 110 1 Pulse Bar 111 1 Incline Motor Bolt 112 2 4” Bolt 113 1 Cap Decal 114 1 1/2” Ground Screw 115 1 5/32” Allen Wrench 116 1 iFit.com Cable 117 1 Motor Bracket 118 1 Pho[...]

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    109 101 102 83 36 36 96 98 97 1 16 78 91 83 102 101 92 71 92 71 6 87 88 79 76 80 89 6 6 7 68 14 1 10 68 72 13 6 73 6 6 6 6 70 6 6 6 6 77 1 14 19 19 8 8 47 100 47 100 47 100 128 47 100 6 6 6 6 6 6 94 95 1 1 1 21 102 82 85 77 133 63 1 18 103 129 127 123 123 126 124 6 1 12 1 12 128 122 122 130 125 6 130 47 121 121 47 21 108 106 107 99 99 21 108 106 10[...]

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    Part No. 207824 R0604A Printed in USA © 2004 ICON IP, Inc. HOW T O ORDER REPLACEMENT P ARTS To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-888-533-1333, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information: • The[...]