Vision Fitness T9800S manual

Owner ’ s Guide T9800 Series TREADMILLS[...]

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ongratulations on the purchase of your VISION FITNESS T9800 T readmill. Y ou’ve t aken an important step in of fering your customers what they need to achieve their fitness goals with a T readmill that is designed specifically to meet your facility’ s needs. It is important to have complete knowledge of this piece of equipment before use. Pleas[...]

ALL MODELS T9800S T9800HRT GENERAL Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4 POWER REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . 5 LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 POWER & EMERGENCY STOP . . . . . . 7 FEEDBACK DISPLA Y . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 USER LOG-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 WORKOUT TOT ALS . . . . . . . .[...]

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3 TRANSPORT WHEELS CONSOLE T9800S PLA TFORM TREADMILLS HANDLEBARS SIDE RAILS MOTOR COVER LEVELERS RUNNING BEL T T9800HR T[...]

4 ALL MODELS IMPOR T 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 exercise product. T o reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injur y to persons: • Use this exercise product for its inte[...]

5 ALL MODELS POWER REQUIREMENTS This product is intended for use on a nominal 120-volt electrical circuit. This product is equipped with a NEMA 5-20P plug (illustrated below). Be sure the product is connected to an outlet with the same configuration (also shown below). This product requires a 20-amp dedicated circuit. If a p roperly grounded 20-amp[...]

6 ALL MODELS LEVELING Y our T readmill should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed your T readmill where you intend to use it, raise or lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the back of the T readmill frame. A carpenter’ s level is recommended. If your T readmill is not level, the running belt may not track properly . [...]

7 ALL MODELS POWER Ensure that your T readmill is properly connected to the T readmill and a power outlet, then turn on the power switch, located at the front of the main frame. For safety , remove the power cord when the T readmill is not in use. EMERGENCY STOP If at any time you need to stop the T readmill quickly , simply press the Emergency Sto[...]

8 ALL MODELS T9800S & T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLA Y ALPHANUMERIC MESSAGE CENTER This is a display that will scroll the operation instructions in the top center display window . It will also display your feedback when the LED next to the appropriate word is lit. CALORIES Shown as estimated calories burned during workout. P ACE Shown as time (minute[...]

9 ALL MODELS T9800S & T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLA Y HEART RA TE Shown as beats-per-minute. Y ou can monitor your heart rate at any time during a workout by using a wireless chest transmitter or gripping the hand pulse heart rate sensors on the front handlebar . A VG HEAR T RA TE Displays percentage of maximum heart rate. ELEV A TION Shown as perce[...]

10 ALL MODELS T9800S & T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLA Y PROFILE MA TRIX WINDOW The left dots will show an Elevation profile in six segments in ORANGE. This profile is not an exact representation of the elevation profile, but just a bar graph. The profile will scroll to the left during operation. The right dots will show a Speed profile in six segment[...]

11 ALL MODELS T9800S & T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLA Y SPB-SEGMENT PROGRESS BAR The center two columns on the dot matrix are the SPB (Segment Progress Bar). These two bars represent the accumulated time per segment. Each program has 20 segments. The SPB takes the segment time and divides it into 10 vertical dots. More dots appear as you progress in [...]

12 ALL MODELS T9800S & T9800HRT FEA TURES USER LOG-IN The T9800S and T9800HRT consoles have a special feature that allows you to log-in and save all data from your workout. T o use this function, follow these steps: PRESS LOG-IN BUTTON Use either set of arrow keys to choose a user I.D. number (1-10). This will appear in the Alphanumeric Message[...]

13 ALL MODELS TOT ALS ARE DISPLA YED Now your accumulated totals for Distance, Hours, Calories, Average Speed, and Average Pace are displayed. Press ENTER or arrow keys to scroll the data. Press ST AR T to enter Quick Start or Program Quick Keys ( T9800HRT ONL Y). RESET WORKOUT TOT ALS When reviewing your workout totals, simply press and hold the S[...]

T9800S & T9800HRT FEA TURES QUICK SPEED AND QUICK ELEV A TION KEYS Use the QUICK SPEED and QUICK ELEV A TION keys as an option to increase and decrease the speed and elevation to your desired setting. First press the QUICK SPEED or QUICK ELEV A TION key , then press the numbered keys (0-9). QUICK SPEED Examples of the QUICK SPEED key operation:[...]

15 ALL MODELS NOTE: For the Heart Rate T raining programs, you must use a chest transmitter (not included). See Page 37. CARDIO PORT A Cardio Port is located on the back of the console that is compatible to entertainment protocol, such as Cardio Theater . The bottom port is the active por t to use for this function. CONT ACT HEAR T RA TE HAND PULSE[...]

16 T9800S CHOOSING A TIME Choose time using the number keys or either set of arrow keys and press ENTER. Time will count down. EASY ST AR T T o start the T9800S , simply press ST ART ; the T readmill will star t and time will count up. Press ENTER to set age, time, and weight. ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using the number keys or either set of[...]

17 T9800HRT PROGRAM QUICK KEYS W e have made choosing a program simple and easy with our program Quick Key feature. All you need to do is select one of the keys and you are on your way . The SPRINT 8 key takes you directly to that program. FITNESS SOLUTIONS, HRT ® HEART RA TE, and CUSTOM are categories. Select these buttons and use the arrow keys [...]

18 T9800HRT T9800HRT FEA TURES PROGRAM LEVELS Most programs have 10 levels, and SPRINT 8 has 17 levels. By having multiple levels to chose from, you can change the intensity of your workout as your fitness level improves. In general, the beginner levels have lower level numbers and the most advanced levels have higher level numbers. For example, L1[...]

19 T9800HRT ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using the number keys or either set of arrow keys, and p r es s ENTER. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will display the weight. After you press ST ART , the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 countdown and “beep.” The belt will start after the countdown. SPB AVG. SPEED DISTANCE AVG. PACE TIME % [...]

20 T9800HRT T9800HRT PROGRAM DET AILS SPRINT 8 • SPEED AND ELEV A TION CHANGES SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically-based inter val program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch muscle fibers and improving athletic perfor mance. Medical research supports that this type of exercise will help combat somatopause, which inflicts adults in middle-age and[...]

21 T9800HRT USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM The SPRINT 8 program is an anaerobic inter val program designed to build muscle, improve speed, and naturally increase the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) in your body . Producing HGH through exercise and a proper diet has been shown as an effective way to bur n fat and build lean muscle mass according t[...]

22 T9800HRT SET WEIGHT Set your weight using the number keys or either set of arrow keys. Press ENTER. By entering weight, the totals for calories will be adjusted according to your entered weight. ST AR TING When you are ready to begin, press ST ART . T9800HRT P ACER PROGRAM DET AILS This is a motivational program that allows you to race against t[...]

23 T9800HRT CHOOSE THE HRT ® WEIGHT LOSS & HRT ® CARDIO Press the HRT ® HEART RA TE button. Use either set of arrow keys to choose “ HRT WEIGHT LOSS” or “ HRT CARDIO . ” Press ENTER. T9800HRT HEART RA TE TRAINING NOTE: A CHEST TRANSMITTER IS NEEDED TO USE THE HEART RA TE PROGRAMS HRT ® WEIGHT LOSS (65% OF PREDICTED MAXIMUM HEART RA [...]

24 T9800HRT CHOOSE PROGRAM TIME Set the time using the number keys or either set of arrow keys. Press ENTER. The minimum time for this program is five minutes. ENTER T ARGET HEAR T RA TE Y ou can change the target heart rate by using the number keys or either set of arrow keys. Press ENTER. ENTER AGE Set your age using the number keys or either set[...]

25 T9800HRT ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using the number keys or either set of arrow keys. The Message Center window will display the weight. Press ENTER. Press ST ART to begin. After you press ST ART , the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 countdown and “beep.” The belt will start after the countdown. SPB AVG. SPEED DISTANCE AVG. PACE TIME[...]

26 T9800HRT COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “COOL DOWN . ” This is to let you know that your program has ended. Y ou are now in a manual mode cool-down and have control of the speed and elevation. This lets you cool down at your own pace. NOTES FOR YOUR HEART RA TE TRAINING PROGRAMS • If t[...]

27 T9800HRT CHOOSE THE HRT ® ENDURANCE PROGRAM Press the HRT ® HEART RA TE key . Use either set of arrow keys to choose “ HRT ENDURANCE . ” Press ENTER. ENTER AGE Set your age using the number keys or either set of arrow keys. Press ENTER. Y our age is used to determine your predicted maximum heart rate. T9800HRT HRT ® ENDURANCE • SPEED AN[...]

28 T9800HRT ENTER T ARGET HEAR T RA TE (See Page 35 to determine your recommended target heart rate.) Using the number keys or either set of arrow keys, enter your target heart rate and press ENTER. ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using the number keys or either set of arrow keys, and p r es s ENTER. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will di[...]

29 T9800HRT WARM-UP MODE Now the T readmill is in the manual warm-up mode. Y ou are now in control of both the speed and elevation to reach your target heart rate zone. Once a steady heart rate within + / – 3 beats per minute of your entered target zone is found, the console will beep and then enter the heart rate training mode. NOTE: The dot mat[...]

30 T9800HRT ENDING THE PROGRAM Once you feel your cool-down has elapsed, press the STOP button and the T readmill will stop. COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “COOL DOWN . ” This is to let you know that your program has ended. Y ou are now in a manual mode cool-down and have control of the spe[...]

31 T9800HRT CHOOSE THE HRT ® INTERV AL PROGRAM Press the HRT ® HEART RA TE key . Use either set of arrow keys to choose “ HRT INTER V AL . ” Press ENTER. USER CONTROLS SPEED AND ELEV ATION TO 85% OF T ARGET HEART RA TE W ARM UP REPEA T WORK INTER V AL A T 100 % T ARGET HEART RA TE & RECOVER Y INTER V AL A T 85 % T ARGET HEAR T RA TE UNTIL[...]

32 T9800HRT ENTER AGE Set your age using either set of arrow keys. Press ENTER. Y our age is used to determine your predicted maximum heart rate. ENTER T ARGET HEAR T RA TE (See Page 35 to determine your recommended target heart rate.) Using the number keys or either set of arrow keys, enter your target heart rate. This will be the maximum effor t [...]

33 T9800HRT ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using the number keys or either set of arrow keys, and p r es s ENTER. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will display the weight. After you press ST ART , the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 countdown and “beep.” The belt will start after the countdown. SPB AVG. SPEED DISTANCE AVG. PACE TIME % [...]

34 T9800HRT COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “COOL DOWN . ” This is to let you know that your program has ended. Y ou are now in a manual mode cool-down and have control of the speed and elevation. This lets you cool down at your own pace. NOTES FOR YOUR HEART RA TE TRAINING PROGRAMS • If t[...]

35 T9800HRT GENERAL HEART RA TE TRAINING RECOMMENDA TIONS T o use the Heart Rate T raining Program, it is important to deter mine your target heart rate using the char t below . After deter mining your target rate, you should use the T readmill in MANUAL mode to see if the target you have selected is correct. This will give you a good base to start[...]

36 GENERAL RA TE OF PERCEIVED EXER TION Rate of Perceived Exertion (R.P .E.) is one of the easiest ways to monitor exercise intensity . By becoming familiar with the RPE scale, you can continually assess your level of intensity and insure a level of exertion that is comfortable. An increase in exercise intensity is directly related to elevation in [...]

37 T9800HRT USING A WIRELESS CHEST TRANSMITTER (NOT INCLUDED) Center the T ransmitter Strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles, directly over your sternum with the logo facing out. Adjust the elastic strap length to avoid bouncing or sliding.[...]

38 PROGRAM DET AILS PROGRAMMING A CUSTOM PROGRAM Select a custom program by pressing the CUSTOM key . Use either set of arrow keys to choose “ CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1, 2, 3, 4, OR 5 . ” Press ENTER. CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1-5 Design your own programs by setting the desired time, speed, and elevation of 20 different segments. By designing your own programs, [...]

39 PRESS ENTER TO PROGRAM ENTER SEGMENT TIME Modify the segment number using the elevation arrows and the segment time using the speed ar ro w s. Press ENTER. T9800HRT ENTER SEGMENT SPEED AND ELEV A TION The #1 column will blink. Press the number keys and/or the SPEED arrow keys to change the speed segment column ( Speed numeric values changing wit[...]

40 T9800HRT BEGINNING WORKOUT Begin exercising in your new custom program by pressing the ST ART button. Once your custom program is set up, you can use the program by pressing ST ART after entering weight. NOTE: This program will be saved permanently and may be changed by repeating the steps above. SA VING SEGMENT DA TA Press the ENTER key to stor[...]

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42 GENERAL USER ENGINEERING MODE Y our T readmill offers a User Engineering Mode that can access certain data and help to troubleshoot your T readmill. User Engineering Mode is designed for you to access functions that will not affect impor tant T readmill settings. T o access this mode please hold down SPEED DOWN and ENTER for 5 seconds while the [...]

43 GENERAL USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) DEF AUL T AGE The default age is 40. Y ou can modify the default age using the speed arrow keys. Press ENTER to save. DEF AUL T WEIGHT Default weight is 150 lbs/ 68kg. Y ou can modify the weight by using the speed arrow keys. Press ENTER to save. SCROLL SPEED The scroll speed default number is 3. Y ou ca[...]

44 GENERAL USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) AUTO-CALIBRA TION DO NOT ST AND ON THE BEL T WHEN PERFORMING THE AUTO-CALIBRATION! T o begin auto-calibration, press ENTER. The T readmill will run through minimum and maximum speed and maximum incline; this will take 3-5 minutes. Let the T readmill perfor m this complete function before exiting the User[...]

45 GENERAL USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) LUBRICA TE DECK MESSAGE This is a ser vice message that will appear on the console. Use the speed arrows to turn this message On or Of f. Press ENTER to save. CLEAN TREADMILL This is a ser vice message that will appear on the console. Use the speed arrows to turn this message On or Of f. Press ENTER to S[...]

46 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR TREADMILL Our T readmills are designed to be reliable and easy to use. If, however , you have a problem, these troubleshooting steps may indicate the cause. PROBLEM: The console does not light up. SOLUTION: Check to make sure the T readmill is connected to a functioning outlet and that the T readmill is turned on. PR[...]

47 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HEART RA TE MONITOR CHEST STRAP PROBLEM: No pulse reading appears. SOLUTION: There may be a poor connection between the contact pads and skin. Remoisten electrodes. SOLUTION: T ransmitter is not properly positioned. Reposition the chest strap. SOLUTION: V erify that the distance between transmitter and receiver is no[...]

48 GENERAL TENSIONING THE BEL T If the running belt slips when used, use the supplied 8mm Allen wrench to turn the left and right tension bolts clockwise 1 / 4 -turn at a time until the belt no longer slips. CENTERING THE BEL T Run the treadmill at 2.0 mph. If the running belt is too far to the right side, use the supplied 8mm Allen wrench to turn [...]

49 GENERAL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Following are several tips on taking care of your VISION FITNESS T readmill. The location of your T readmill is important in maintaining it properly . Find a location that does not accumulate dust and dirt easily . A clean environment can help to prolong the life and improve the perfor mance of your treadmill. CLEA[...]

50 GENERAL WEEKL Y MONTHL Y QUARTERL Y ANNUALL Y CONSOLE BOL TS FRAME RUNNING BEL T DECK** POWER CORD CONSOLE BOTTLE HOLDERS HANDLEBARS HANDLEBAR BOL TS FRONT/REAR ROLLER STOP KEY MOTOR DRIVE BEL T WAX DECK DECK BOL TS DRIVE BEL T MOTOR MOUNT BOL TS CONSOLE UPRIGHTS RUNNING BEL T UNDER MOTOR HOOD ITEM CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN (V ACUUM) INSPECT CLEAN CLEAN[...]

51 HOME MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Following are several tips on taking care of your VISION FITNESS T readmill. The location of your T readmill is important in maintaining it properly . Find a location that does not accumulate dust and dirt easily . A clean environment can help to prolong the life and improve the perfor mance of your T read[...]

52 GENERAL T9800S & T9800HRT COMMERCIAL WARRANTY COMMERCIAL USES DEFINED VISION FITNESS warrants the T9800S and T9800HRT model treadmills for use in commercial facilities. Examples of commercial facilities include but are not limited to: Hotels; Resorts; Police and Fire Stations; Apartment Complexes; Rehabilitation and Spor ts Medicine Clinics;[...]

53 GENERAL T9800S & T9800HRT COMMERCIAL WARRANTY (continued) EXCLUSIVE REMEDY The exclusive remedy for any of the above warranties shall be repair or replacement of defective parts or the supply of labor to cure any defect, provided that the labor be limited to two years. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMIT A TIONS This warranty applies only to the original o[...]

54 GENERAL LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY 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 hereby extends the following limited warranties for the following c[...]

55 GENERAL LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY (continued) EXCLUSIVE REMEDY The exclusive remedy for any of the above warranties shall be repair or replacement of defective Parts, or the supply of Labor to cure any defect, provided that Labor shall be limited to two years. All Labor shall be supplied by the local Retailer and the product must be located with[...]

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