Reebok ACD 4 manual

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    CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. Serial Number Decal Q UESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction through di[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 HOW TO SET UP THE TREADMILL . . . .[...]

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    3 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 in this manual. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air op[...]

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    4 24. When using iFIT.com CDÕs and videos, an electronic ÒchirpingÓ sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the ÒchirpÓ 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 new REEBOK ¨ ACD4 treadmill. The ACD4 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the conve - nience and privacy of your home. And when youÕre not exercising, the unique ACD4 can be folded up, requir - ing less than half the floor spac[...]

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    6 Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Make sure that all parts are included before you dispose of the packing materials. H OW T O S ET U P THE T READMILL 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (39) until the treadmill is in the position shown. 2. Make sure that all parts are tightened bef[...]

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    7 HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR Before you use the heart rate monitor, please read all instructions on this page and the following page. The heart rate mon- itor consists of two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit. Refer to drawing 2 and attach the chest strap to the sensor unit. Insert one of the tabs on the chest strap through [...]

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    8 ¥ The heart rate monitor is designed to work with people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate reading problems may be caused by medical conditions such as premature ventricular contrac- tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia. ¥ The operation of the heart rate monitor can be affected by magnetic interference caused by high power l[...]

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    9 T READMILL O PERA TION 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. They will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW TO PLUG IN TH[...]

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    10 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more effective. When the console is in the manual mode, the speed, incline, and cushion level of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback. The console [...]

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    11 DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Refer to the drawing on page 10. A. CUSHION ButtonsÑThese buttons control the firm- ness of the walking platform. There are ten different firmness levels. B. CUSHION DisplayÑThis display shows the firm- ness level of the walking platform. C. ENTER ButtonÑThis button is used to enter age, weight, and maximum heart rate s[...]

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    12 Make sure that the on/off switch, located on the front of the treadmill, is in the on position. Next, make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in (see page 9). Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key, and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing. Pull the cord on the clip to make sure that [...]

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    13 Enter your age if desired. The current age setting will be shown in the PULSE display. Press the + or Ð button to enter your age. Each button press will change the age setting by 1 year; if a button is held down, the age setting will change in increments of 5 years. When your age is shown, press the ENTER button. Note: Once your age is entered,[...]

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    14 Adjust the incline as desired. To vary the intensity of your workout, change the incline of the treadmill as desired by pressing the INCLINE buttons Note: After the INCLINE but- tons are pressed, it will take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting. Adjust the cushion level of the walking platform if desired. The walking[...]

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    15 The ten fat burn, aerobic, and performance programs automatically control the speed and incline of the tread- mill as they guide you through effective workouts de- signed to help you achieve specific exercise goals. Follow the steps below to use a fat burn, aerobic, or performance program. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE [...]

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    16 To stop the program temporarily, press the STOP button. The TIME display will begin to flash. To restart the program, press the START button or the SPEED + button. To end the program, press the STOP button, remove the key, and then reinsert the key. Adjust the cushion level of the walking platform if desired. See step 7 on page 14. Follow your p[...]

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    17 As the program progresses, the speed and/or incline of the treadmill will change automatically to keep your heart rate near the heart rate setting shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column. The program will continue until the heart rate setting for the last period is shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column and the TIME display counts down to zero. The walki[...]

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    18 Press the START button or the SPEED + button to start the program. A moment after the but- ton is pressed, the in- cline of the treadmill will automatically adjust to 3% and the walking belt will begin to move at 1.5 mph. The DISTANCE/LAPS display will show an ÒL 1Ó (level 1), indicating that the first 4-minute segment of the fitness test prog[...]

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    19 Custom programs 1 and 2 are workout programs that you create. The programs control both the speed and incline of the treadmill, and can be up to 40 minutes long. The programs are stored in memory and can be changed as many times as desired. Follow the steps below to create a custom program. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE[...]

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    20 Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select user 1, 2, or 3. See step 2 on page 13. Enter your weight if desired. If you have not entered your weight, see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 12. Select custom program 1 or 2. When the key is in- serted, the manual mode will be selected. To select a custom pr[...]

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    21 The console features a workout history mode that keeps track of the total hours you have exercised, the miles you have walked or run, the calories and fat calories you have burned, and your average speed. The console can display the totals for the previous 7 days or the totals since the workout history mode was last reset. Enter the current time[...]

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    22 HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.com CDÕs , the treadmill must be con- nected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 22 and 23 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com videocassettes , the treadmill must be connected to your VCR. See page 24[...]

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    23 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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    24 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 CON- NECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 23. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into t[...]

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    25 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 ÒchirpÓ 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 STOP[...]

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    26 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR INTERNET SITE Our new internet site at www.iFIT.com allows you to access a selection of programs that interactively con- trol your treadmill to help you achieve your specific ex- ercise goals. In addition, you can play iFIT.com audio and video programs directly from the internet. By adding an optional iFIT.c[...]

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    27 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) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hand[...]

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    28 PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge protector, and that the surge protector is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. (See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 9.) Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. Impo[...]

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    29 PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center SOLUTION: a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench, turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise, and the right bolt counterclockwise, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power [...]

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    30 PROBLEM: The displays and indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed SOLUTION: a. Hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console. Make sure that there is not a letter ÒdÓ in the CALS/FAT CALS display. If a ÒdÓ appears in the display, the console is in the ÒdemoÓ mode. This mode is intended to be used [...]

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    31 Reebok University was launched in 1993 to fulfill a vision to establish a Òuniversity without wallsÓ that develops quality, researched, state-of-the-art fitness programming for the fitness industry throughout the world. Working with the worldÕs best professionals, Reebok University has created a host of original programs, such as Step Reebok [...]

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    32 Several studies have reported that regular walking at moderate to brisk speeds appears to increase bone density. Specifically, Fradin and his colleagues 6 found that 70-year-old subjects who walked at least 30 min- utes per day had higher bone mineral content than subjects who walked less than 30 minutes per day. Jones and his colleagues 7 repor[...]

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    33 The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program. RememberÑthese are general guide- lines only. For more detailed exercise information, ob- tain 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 resul[...]

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    34 1 2 Foot Rail 2 1 Front Roller Nut 3 1 Front Left Endcap 4 1 Key/Clip 5 2 Frame Pivot Spacer 6 1 Front Roller/Pulley 7 16 Platform Screw 8 2 Belt Guide 9 2 Caution Decal 10 8 Isolator Spacer Screw 11 1 Cushion Optic Disk 12 2 Adjustable Deck Cushion 13 1 Walking Belt 14 1 Walking Platform 15 1 Storage Knob Screw 16 1 Storage Knob Shaft 17 1 Stor[...]

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    35 101 2 Nylon Washer 102 2 Incline Spacer 103 1 Console 104 2 Motor Tension Washer 105 1 Motor Star Washer 106 1 Motor Pivot Bolt 107 1 Sensor Unit 108 1 Motor Bracket 109 2 Motor Tension Nut 110 2 Cushion Screw 111 2 Cushion Plate 112 1 Warning Decal 113 1 Reading Rack 114 1 8Ó Wire Harness 115 1 Rear Roller 116 1 Cushion Rod 117 2 Sensor Foam 1[...]

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    8 41 41 8 K. Niebergall PRODUCT LIT. GROUP 1 41 41 41 3 34 5 6 14 13 5 34 41 36 41 1 41 22 23 24 41 41 23 22 7 7 21 25 64 29 27 37 38 100 9 9 11 5 80 93 93 7 7 56 130** 124** 40** 15 17 18 41 20 16 31 81 81 10 111 12 111 12 10 11 6 11 0 11 0 52 51 50 11 77 47 47 97 77 49 122 122 28 50 96 10 35 30 35 35 35 35 35 32 41 32 41 11 2 E XPLODED D RA WING [...]

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    53 39 99 98 90 89 91 95 77 77 99 99 98 99 92 10 94 90 88 89 77 26 64 82 74 75 78 77 79 23 77 76 77 72 125 64 70 71 94 46 43 41 45 44 43 125 41 41 41 54 54 67 10 64 65 68 69 66 67 64 64 63 133 62 41 41 133 58 72 64 84 83 85 86 87 64 42 42 92 10 92 10 92 10 102 101 103 106 108 76 77 75 105 109 125 102 4 125 125 11 3 2 73 64 64 131 11 8 11 7 11 9 107 [...]

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    Part No. 162546 R0700A Printed in USA © 2000 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. WHAT IS COVEREDÑThe entire REEBOK ¨ ACD4 (ÒProductÓ) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and work- manship. WHO IS COVEREDÑThe original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser. HOW LONG IS IT COVEREDÑICON He[...]