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  • Page 1

    Serial Number Decal M odel No. PFTL51105.3 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? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction . If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or m[...]

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

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    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 described. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that bloc[...]

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    4 The decals shown here have been placed on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call the toll- free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. 2 1. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully close[...]

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    5 T hank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® 6 .0 GSX treadmill. The 6.0 GSX treadmill offers an im- pressive array of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercising, the unique 6.0 G SX tr ead- mill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmi[...]

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    6 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: The und ersi de o f th e tr eadm ill walk ing belt is coated [...]

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    7 4. Attach the Latch Housing (73) to the left Upright (84) with two Latch Screws (50); start both Latch Screws and then tighten them. Note: Make sure that the large hole in the Housing is on the indicated side. 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 eac[...]

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    8 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 16), follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the key is removed from the console and that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated Screw (3) and the Access Door (76) from the back of the Console Base (85). 2. Connect t[...]

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    9 OPERA TION AND ADJUSTMENT T HE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- icone 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 COR[...]

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    10 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the t ouch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. You can eve[...]

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    1 1 HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER N ote: To prevent damage to the walking platform, always wear clean shoes when using the treadmill. Plug in the power cord (see page 9). Next, locate the reset/off circuit breaker near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset po- sition. Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip a[...]

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    The left side of the dis- play will show the incline l evel of the treadmill, the elapsed time, and the d istance you have walked or run. Note: When a program is selected (except for heart rate program 2), the display will show the time remain- ing in the program instead of the elapsed time. The right side of the display will show the speed of the [...]

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    13 H OW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 11. S elect a preset program. To select one of the four preset programs, press the Program Select button repeatedly until “P3,” “P4,” “P5,” or “P6” appears in the display. A few seconds after a preset program is selected, the maxi[...]

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    14 Follow your progress with the display. See step 5 on page 11. Measure your heart rate if desired. S ee step 6 on page 12. Turn on the fan if desired. See step 7 on page 12. When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console. See step 8 on page 12. H OW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM Follow the steps below to use a heart rate program.[...]

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    15 E nter a target heart rate setting. If heart rate program 1 is selected, the maxi- mum target heart rate setting of the program will appear in the dis- p lay. If desired, press the Heart Rate increase and decrease buttons to change the maximum target heart rate setting (see EXERCISE INTENSITY on page 21). Note: If the maximum target heart rate s[...]

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    16 THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE T he console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has b een operated and the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved. The information mode also al- lows you to select miles or kilometers as the unit of measurement and to turn on and turn off the[...]

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    17 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- m anently 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. Hol[...]

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    18 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame down until the catch is past the latch pin. 2. Hold the metal frame firmly with both hands , and lower the treadmill to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, do not lowe[...]

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    19 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 the toll-free telephone number on the f ront cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged i[...]

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    20 With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (84) to the position shown. Carefu lly pi vot th e H ood (41) off. L ocate the Reed Switch (63) and the Magnet (46) on the left side of the Pulley (47). 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 [...]

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    21 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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    22 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[...]

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    P ART LIST—Model No. PFTL51 105.3 R0506A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Foot Rail Cover 2 8 3/4” Screw 3 41 Screw 4 1 Catch 5 10 Foot Rail Screw 6 2 Isolator 7 5 Hood Screw 8 8 Star Washer 9 2 Platform Bolt (Back) 10 2 Platform Bolt (Front) 11 4 Belt Guide Screw 12 2 Belt Guide 13 1 Left Handrail 14 1 Right Handrail 15 2 [...]

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    16 9 12 1 1 15 10 46 28 47 10 49 48 9 58 51 53 8 52 83 54 33 57 8 53 17 12 15 63 2 3 59 60 3 2 7 61 7 7 7 2 2 2 3 41 33 33 38 39 33 43 28 55 40 66 70 70 32 32 62 45 1 1 33 36 66 69 3 3 3 3 1 1 6 6 4 3 18 32 25 22 27 30 23 26 19 24 70 70 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 83 22 25 23 30 42 90 90 2 2 EXPLODED DRA WING—Model No. PFTL51 105.3 R0506A[...]

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    84 50 73 3 76 77 81 32 82 83 33 82 83 79 75 33 74 71 80 68 68 72 87 86 88 56 81 32 80 37 35 35 82 83 82 83 29 29 67 67 65 8 8 65 31 32 3 44 3 44 31 32 3 3 14 13 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 34 8 8 64 64 8 64 8 21 64 20 3 82 83 82 83 32 3 3 85 78 89 89 91 EXPLODED DRA WING—Model No. PFTL51 105.3 R0506A[...]

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    Part No. 235824 R0506A Printed in USA © 2006 ICON IP, Inc. ORDERING REPLACEMENT P ARTS T o order replacement parts, see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFTL51105.3) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 6.0 GSX treadmill) • the SERIAL[...]