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XT285 Treadmill
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please carefully read this entire manual before operating your new treadmilll
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Registration 1 Important Safety Instructions 2 Important Electrical Instructions 3 Grounding Instructions 3 Important Operation Instructions 4 XT285 Assembly Instructions 5 Folding/Transport Instructions 10 Features 11 Console Operation 12 Programmable Features 15 Using Heart Rate Transmitter 20 General Maintenance 22 Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty 27 ATTENTION This treadmill is intended for residential use only and is warranted for this application. Any other appli
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Congratulations on your new treadmill and welcome to the Spirit family! Thank you for your purchase of this quality treadmill from Spirit Manufacturing, Inc. Your new treadmill was manufactured by one of the leading fitness manufacturers in the world and is backed by one of the most comprehensive warranties available. Through your dealer, Spirit will do all we can to make your ownership experience as pleasant as possible for many years to come. If not purchased direct from Spirit, the local
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING - Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your Spirit treadmill from the electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work. W ARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, install the treadmill on a flat level surface with access to a 110-volt, 15-amp grounded outlet with only the treadmill plugged into the circuit. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD UN
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IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! NEVER use a ground fault circuit interrupt (GFCI) wall outlet with this treadmill. As with any appliance with a large motor, the GFCI will trip often. Route the power cord away from any moving part of the treadmill including the elevation mechanism and transport wheels. NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power. If voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your treadmill may be affected. Such conditions are no
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IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS NEVER operate this treadmill without reading and completely understanding the results of any operational change you request from the computer. Understand that changes in speed and incline do not occur immediately. Set your desired work level on the computer console and release the adjustment key. The computer will obey the command gradually. NEVER use your treadmill during an electrical storm. Surges may occur in your household power supply that could
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XT285 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS !!ATTENTION: IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE READ BEFORE UNPACKING YOUR FOLDING TREADMILL!! Serious injury could occur if this folding treadmill is not unpacked properly. There is a Velcro strap installed around the treadmill base that prevents the treadmill from unfolding accidentally during shipping. If this strap is not removed properly the treadmill could spring open unexpectedly and cause injury if someone is standing near the treadmill when the strap
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UPRIGHT TUBE ASSEMBLY 1. Take the Left and Right upright tubes (part numbers 5 & 4) and slide the upright covers (99 & 1 100 right) onto the tubes (observe the cover orientation is correct). Connect the Middle Console Cable (38) that exits from the bottom of the right upright tube with the lower Console Cable (39). Insert the Left and Right (5 & 4) Uprights into the Left and Right Receiving Tubes (holes are on the outside of the tubes). Be careful not to pinch the wire when installing the up
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7 XT285 Treadmill
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CONSOLE ASSEMBLY 1. Connect the Speed Adjustment Switch Cable (128) to the Speed Cable (Upper)(126). Connect 2 2. the Incline Adjustment Switch Cable (129) to the Incline Cable (Upper)(127). Connect the Computer Cable (Middle)(37) to the Computer Cable (Upper)(38). 3. Insert Console Assembly (40) into right and left Uprights (4) and (5) and secure with four Button Head Socket Bolts (90) and four Split Washers (82) using the M6 Allen Wrench (97). Now go back and completely tighten the 8 bolts
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PLASTIC PARTS ASSEMBLY 1. Attach the lower half of the bottle holder (Right - 100) and (Left - 99) to the right and left 3 Uprights (4) and (5) and Console Support(6) with ten Sheet Metal Screws (89) using the Phillips Head Screw Driver (122). HARDWARE #89. 3.5 x 12mm Sheet Metal Screw (10 pcs) 9 XT285 Treadmill
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FOLDING INSTRUCTIONS Do not attempt to move the unit unless it is in the folded and locked position. Be sure the power cord is secured to avoid possible damage. Use both handrails to maneu- ver the unit to the desired position. TO FOLD THE TREADMILL Make certain the treadmill is at minimum incline. Lift the treadmill running deck until it is secured by the locking telescoping tube assembly in center back of base. TO UNFOLD THE TREADMILL Apply slight forward pressure* on the treadmil
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FEATURES HANDRAIL ADJUSTMENTS The XT285 treadmill allows you to make speed and incline changes on the side handrails. You can also choose to turn these off if you frequently hold on to these rails. This is achieved by pressing the disable button on the right side of the lower portion of the console. QUICK SPEED & INCLINE BUTTONS You are able to set your speed and incline settings quickly by using the quick keys on the console. Just press either Speed or Incline, then select either 1 or 2 di
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OPERATION OF YOUR CONSOLE GETTING FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROL PANEL XT285 CONSOLE SPEAKER DATA DISPLAY (Pace, Distance, Time [Elapsed/Countdown], Calories, & Pulse) DOT MATRIX (Speed, Program Profiles, PROGRAM BUTTONS Incline, & Lap Track) (Manual, Hill, Fat Burn, Cardio, Strength, MESSAGE CENTER Interval, 2HR) (Program Name, Laps, Altitude, & Segment Time) QUICK KEYS COOLING FAN SAFETY KEY CONTROL KEYS GETTING STARTED Power the treadmill on by plugging it into an appropriate wall outle
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QUICK-START/MANUAL OPERATION STEP 1: Press and release the Start key to wake display up (if not already on). Note: Installing the tether key will also wake up the console. STEP 2: Press and release the Start key to begin belt movement, at .5 mph, then adjust to the desired speed using the + / - or Fast/Slow keys (console or hand rail). You may also use the quick speed key, then 0 through 9 to adjust the speed. STEP 3: To slow the tread-belt press and hold the v key (console or hand rail) to the
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1/4 MILE TRACK The 1/4-mile track (one lap) will be displayed around the dot matrix window. The flashing segment indicates your progress. Once the 1/4-mile (Metric - 0.4k) is complete this feature will begin again. There is a lap counter in the message window for monitoring your distance. PULSE GRIP FEATURE The Pulse (Heart Rate) console window will display your current heart rate in beats per minute during the workout. You must use both stainless steel sensors on the front cross bar or t
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PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES The XT 285 offers seven factory preset-programs and one Manual program. Each preset program has a maximum Speed and Incline level that is displayed when a desired workout is chosen. The maximum Speed and Incline that the particular program will achieve will be displayed in the Message Center. SELECT A PRESET PROGRAM STEP 1: Press the desired Program key. Press enter to select the program. The display will prompt you through the programming or you can just press Star
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PRESET PROGRAMS The XT285 has five different programs that have been designed for a variety of workouts. These five programs have factory preset work level profiles for achieving different goals. Hill Resistance: This program follows a triangle or pyramid type of gradual progression from approximately 10% of maximum effort (the level that you chose before starting this program) up to a maximum effort which lasts for 10% of the total workout time, then a gradual regression of resistance back
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Strength Resistance: This program has a gradual progression of speed up to 100% of maximum effort that is sustained for 25% of workout duration. This will help build strength and muscular endurance in the lower body and gluts. A brief cool down follows. Incline: There is a quick climb to a moderate, sustained elevation that lasts the majority of the workout length. SPEED INCLINE Interval Resistance: This program takes you through high levels of intensity followed by recovery periods of low
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HEART RATE PROGRAMS The old motto, “no pain, no gain”, is a myth that has been overpowered by the benefits of exercising comfortably. A great deal of this success has been promoted by the use of heart rate monitors. With the proper use of a heart rate monitor, many people find that their usual choice of exercise intensity was either too high or too low and exercise is much more enjoyable by maintaining their heart rate in the desired benefit range. To determine the benefit range in which you
