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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 O
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14. Never start the treadmill while you are 19. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill standing on the walking belt. Always hold every three months. the handrails while using the treadmill. 20. Never drop or insert any object into any 15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. opening. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed. 21. DANGER: Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning 16. Never leave the treadmill unattended while the tr
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ¨ Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM 485EX at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. treadmill. The 485EX treadmill combines advanced until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an help us assist you, please note the product model excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the conve- number and serial number before calling. The model nience and privacy of your home. And when youÕre not number of the treadmi
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ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver . Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. Th
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3. Hold one of the Handrails (1) at an angle as shown and 3 insert the upper end as far as possible into the right Upright (11). Keep the lower end of the Handrail away 11 from the treadmill to avoid scratching the finish. Next, 1 rotate the lower end of the Handrail to the position shown by the dotted line. Note: It may be necessary to push on the lower end of the Handrail in order to position it against the bracket on the Extension Leg (34). Bracket 3a.Refer to drawing 3a. Make sure that the
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT TM THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge TM PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. protector, and plug the surge protector into an ap- IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other propriate outlet that is properly installed and substances to the walking belt or the walk
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM LED Track Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it before operating the console. CAUTION: Before operating the console, read the following precautions. ¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. Battery ¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing at Cover Batteries Battery the lower right) while using the treadmill. Cover Tab When the key is removed from the console, the walking belt will stop. ¥ Adjust the speed in s
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until you have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will Insert the key fully into the power switch. 1 then begin. Inserting the key will SPEED displayÑThis not turn on the dis- display shows the plays. The displays will speed of the walking turn on when the belt, in miles per hour. ON/RESET button is pressed or when the walking belt is started. TIME displayÑThis Note: If you just display shows the installed batteries, the displays will already be on. elapsed time. Reset the speed control. 2 Slide
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HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, 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 hands in the locations shown at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back. Raise the treadmill abo
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left thumb, press the storage latch and hold it. Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot rail are past the storage latch. Storage Unlatched Latch 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the treadmill to the floor. To decrease the possibility of in- jury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. 11
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING 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 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge protector, and that the surge protector is plugged into a properly ground
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4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT SLOWS WHEN WALKED ON a. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may b decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged. 2ÓÐ3Ó Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclock- wise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you should be able
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES training zone. It may also be helpful to set the speed control on the console to FAT BURN to help you main- WARNING: Before beginning tain the proper intensity level. (See page 9.) this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for in- Aerobic Exercise dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys- tem, your exercise must be Òaerobic.Ó Aerobic exercis
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Training Zone Exercise to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. After warming up, increase the intensity of your exer- cise until your pulse is in your training zone for 20 to Exercise Frequency 60 minutes. (During the first few weeks of your exer- cise program, do not keep your pulse in your training To maintain or improve your condition, complete three zone for longer than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly workouts each week
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PART LISTÑModel No. PFTL49390 R0799A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Handrail 48 4 Platform Screw 2 1 Key/Clip 49 4 Isolator 3 8 Screw 50 1 Front Roller/Pulley 4 1 Battery Cover 51 1 Front Roller Adj. Bolt 5 2 Foot Rail 52 2 Incline Wheel 6 1 Lift Motor 53 4 Extension Leg Screw 7 1 Frame Guide 54 1 Power Cord 8 1 Speed Potentiometer 55 1 Power Cord Grommet 9 1 Speed Control Knob 56 1 Circuit Breaker 10* 1 Console Assembly 57 2 Frame Pivot Washer 11 1 Upright Base 58 2 Fram
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. PFTL49390 R0799A 16 22 2 22 12 74 3 10* 46 11 13 1 8 21 23 27 20* 3 24 13 41 75 14 18 13 19 22 53 35 61 76 13 13 34 13 78 39 25 17 4 36 40 29 13 37 25 28 47 38 48 45 38 44 33 55 54 31 49 30 70 89 56 43 5 25 50 71 26 73 48 51 48 39 5 49 81 38 67 53 47 90 73 68 42 62 58 25 49 31 72 32 48 53 57 31 41 73 70 34 87 66 65 59 62 53 73 69 38 64 86 38 39 37 72 40 59 66 40 36 6 38 25 49 25 90 84 1 66 7 73 33 33 66 31 63 77 73 52 85 39 31 61 33 33 66 60 38 88 16 82 79 39 33 40 83
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). When ordering parts, please be prepared to give the following information: ¥ The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (PFTL49390) ¨ ¥ The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (PROFORM 485EX treadmill) ¥ The SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (see the front cover of this manual) ¥ The KEY NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PART(S) (see
