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    Serial Number Decal Model No. PFTL511040 Serial No. CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. USER'S MANUAL QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee complete sat - isfaction through direct assis- tance f[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . .[...]

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    The decals shown have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free re- placement decal (see the front cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown. 15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Alwa[...]

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    Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® 540 treadmill. The 540 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to help you get the most from your exercise program in t he co nvenie nce and privacy of y our h ome. And when you’re not exer- cising, the unique 540 t readm ill can be folded up, re- quiring less than half th[...]

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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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    3. Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar and the spring are on the pin. (Note: If there are two col- lars, place one on each side of the spring.) Insert the pin into the Latch Housing (82), and tighten the knob back onto the pin. Knob Collar Spring Pin 82 3 4. See drawing 4c. With the help of a second person, hold the Console Base[...]

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    7 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 20), follow the steps below to install the receiver inclu ded with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated Screw (108) and the Access Door (31). 2. Remove the paper from the adhesive pad on the back of the receiver (A). Hold the receiver [...]

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    8 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[...]

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    9 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to 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 e[...]

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    10 HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER Plug in the power cord (see page 8). Locate the reset /off circuit breaker near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the on position. Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 9) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your cloth es. N ext, r[...]

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    1 1 Note: The console can display speed and dis- tance in either miles or kilometers. To find which unit of measurement is selected, hold down the Stop button while inserting the k ey in to the con- sole. An “E” for English miles or an “M” for metric kilometers will appear in the Speed display. To change the unit of measurement, press the S[...]

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    12 HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM Insert the key fully into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10. Select a preset program. To select a preset pro- gram, press the Program Select button repeatedly until one of the five preset program indicators lights. When a preset program is selected, the Speed display will flash the maximum speed set[...]

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    13 To stop the program temporarily, press the Stop button. The Time/Pace display will begin to fla sh. To restart the program, press the Start button or the Speed + bu tton. The walking belt will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next segment of the pro- gram begins, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the n[...]

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    14 During heart rate pro- grams, the matrix will show a graphic that rep - resents your heart rate. Each time a heartbeat is detected, an additional peak will appear. Enter your age and a maximum speed setting. When a heart rate pro- gram is selected, the word “AGE” and the current age setting will flash in the Calories/ Pulse display. If you h[...]

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    15 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 15 and 16 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com video- cassettes , the treadmill must be connected to your VCR. See page 17 f[...]

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    16 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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    17 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 16. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the[...]

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    18 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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    19 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 16. 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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    20 THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved. The information mode also al- lows you to switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour. In addition, the informa[...]

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    21 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 per- manently 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[...]

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    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 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). PROBLEM: The power d[...]

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    With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (97) to the position shown. Caref ully pi vot the Hood (105) off. Locate the Reed Switch (22) and the Magnet (19) on the left side of the Pulley (18). 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[...]

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    24 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 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 [...]

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    25 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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    P ART LIST—Model No. PFTL51 1040 R0804A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 1 Left Foot Rail 2 12 Foot Rail Screw 3 2 Isolator Bolt (Top) 4 2 Isolator Decal 5 2 Isolator Top Cap 6 1 Cotter Pin 7 2 Isolator 8 2 Isolator Bottom Cap 9 2 Isolator Bracket Cover 10 2 Isolator Bracket 11 4 Isolator Bracket Bolt 12 2 Isolator Bolt 13 1 Wa[...]

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    27 Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 101 1 Console Base 102 1 Console Back 103 8 Ground Screw/Choke Screw 104 1 Key Clip 105 1 Hood 106 1 Fan 107 1 Console 108 50 Screw 109 1 Left Tray 110 1 CD Holder 111 1 Right Tray 112 1 iFIT.com Wire 113 1 iFIT.com Jack 114 2 Motor Bracket Bolt # 1 12” Blue Wire, M/F # 1 12” Blue Wire, 2F # [...]

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    Part No. 215186 R0804A 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). Before calling, please note the following information: • The MODEL NUMBER of the p[...]