Model No. Serial No. The model number and serial number are found in the location shown below. Write the model number and serial number in the space above. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? At FreeMotion Fitness, we’re committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 of this manual. CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS How to Contact Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 SECTION 1 Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Warning Decal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE If you have questions after reading this manual, or if you require assistance, please contact Customer Care at the address and phone number listed below. Please be prepared to give the following information: • The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (see the front cover of this manual for the location). • The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (FreeMotion treadmill). • The SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill. 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. should be on the same circuit as the treadmill. Do not use an extension cord. 13. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. 2.
23. DANGER: Always unplug the power Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only. cord before cleaning the treadmill and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. Read all instructions before using.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT The decals shown below have been placed on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 of this manual and order a free replacement decal. Note: The decals may not be shown at actual size. : HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect line cord from outlet before servicing. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE Disconnect power before servicing. ! Note: There is one decal on each side.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary FreeMotion® treadmill. The FreeMotion treadmill offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. assist you, please note the model number and serial number of the treadmill before calling. The model number and serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location of the decal).
ASSEMBLY 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. Assembly can be completed using a 3/8” hex key, 7/32” hex key and a phillips screwdriver. For help identifying assembly hardware, see the drawings below. Note: If a part is not found in the part bags, check to see if the part has been preattached. To avoid damaging plastic parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
2. Finger tighten two Top Base Bolts (96) with two 1/2” Star Washers (124) through the top of the bracket near the right Upright (93) and into the Base Frame (56). 2 Repeat this step on the left side of the treadmill. 93 Then, tighten the Top Base Bolts (96) and the Side Base Bolts (95) on both sides. 96 124 95 56 3. Cut the tie holding the wire to the right Upright (93). Plug the wire in the right Upright and the wire in the console assembly into a Wire Adapter (130) (see the inset drawing).
5. After the treadmill is placed in the location where it will be used (see HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL below), make sure that both Rear Feet (38) and the Base Pads (not shown) rest firmly on the floor. If the treadmill rocks even slightly, turn the right Rear Foot clockwise or counterclockwise until the rocking motion is eliminated. 5 64 38 Note: The Power Cord Bracket (64) must be attached at all times. 6. Remove the two Cover Screws (2) and the four Front Cover Screws (16) from the Frame (22).
HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD IN THE UK DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in an increased risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product—if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use an adapter to connect the plug to an improper receptacle.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE pand the capabilities of your treadmill whenever you choose, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 of this manual. Your treadmill has been pre-configured to operate with the Basic console or the Workout TV console (see the drawings below).
HOW TO USE THE BASIC CONSOLE Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Matrix Main Display WALK / RUN FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE keep your heart rate near target levels during your workouts, and three unique FITNESS TEST programs that measure your relative fitness level. Note: The HEART RATE programs and the FITNESS TEST programs require the use of a Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (not included).
The DISPLAY LOCK button—This button can be used during your workout to keep the main display from scanning from one number to the next every few seconds. Each time the DISPLAY LOCK button is pressed during your workout, the word LOCKED or UNLOCKED will briefly appear in the main display. OVERVIEW OF THE CONSOLE For your benefit, please read all of the instructions on pages 13 and 14 before you use the treadmill. THE BUTTONS The CLEAR button—This button is used to reset the console.
Pulse/% Max—When you use the handgrip pulse sensor or a Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (not included), this section of the main display will show your heart rate. When a HEART RATE program is selected, the display will show your heart rate and the corresponding percentage of your age-predicted maximum heart rate (see step 6 on page 20 for an explanation of your age-predicted maximum heart rate). The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds.
GETTING STARTED 1 HOW TO USE THE QUICK START MODE If you do not plan to use a program, the QUICK START mode will allow you to simply start exercising and adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill manually. Plug in the power cord. See HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD on page 10. 2 Move the on/off circuit breaker to the “on” position. 1 Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED at the left. Locate the on/off circuit breaker on the treadmill near the power cord.
4 Follow your progress with the matrix and the main display. HOW TO USE A MANUAL PROGRAM The MANUAL TIME program allows you to enter a time goal for your workout. The program will then count down the time remaining in your workout as you control the speed and incline of the treadmill. The matrix will show your progress and the speed settings that you select. When you begin exercising, the left column of the matrix will begin to flash.
4 As you exercise, change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the SPEED + and – buttons. Each time a button is pressed, the speed setting will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down, the speed setting will change in rapid increments. To change the speed quickly, press the QUICKTOUCH SPEED buttons. Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected speed setting. Enter your weight.
3 HOW TO USE A FITNESS TEST PROGRAM Select a FITNESS TEST program. Press the FITNESS TEST button one, two, or three times to select the GERKIN FIT TEST, the EBBELING FIT TEST, or the FREEMOTION FIT TEST. The FITNESS TEST programs measure your approximate VO2 max, or aerobic capacity. VO2 max is a measure of your ability to take in and utilize oxygen to generate energy for endurance activities such as running and cycling.
6 When the EBBELING FITNESS TEST is completed, the walking belt will slow to a stop and your VO2 max will be shown in the main display. Enter your gender. If you selected the EBBELING FITNESS TEST, you will be prompted to enter your gender. Either the word MALE or the word FEMALE will appear in the main display. To enter your gender, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button. When your gender is shown, press the ENTER button.
4 HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS Enter your age. See step 3 on page 16. HEART RATE programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level while you exercise. Follow the steps below to use a HEART RATE program. 1 5 See step 4 on page 17. If you have selected the CONSTANT HEART RATE or VARIABLE HEART RATE program, go to step 6. If you have selected the FAT BURN program, go to step 7. Put on a Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (not included).
8 Note: The SPEED and INCLINE buttons will not function while a HEART RATE program is selected. If your pulse is not detected during the program, the letters PLS will flash in the main display and the speed and incline of the treadmill may automatically decrease until your pulse is detected. If this occurs, see the instructions included with your chest pulse sensor. Press the QUICK START button to start the program.
the minimum speed you want to walk or run during your workout, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button; hold down the buttons to enter the minimum speed quickly. Then press the ENTER button. HOW TO USE AN INTERVAL PROGRAM The INTERVAL programs will automatically change the speed of the walking belt as they guide you through an effective interval training workout. 1 Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 15. 2 Select an INTERVAL program.
Note: You can manually override the speed setting for the current segment by pressing the SPEED buttons. Every few times a SPEED button is pressed, an additional indicator will light or darken in the flashing column. (If any of the columns to the right of the flashing column have the same number of lit indicators as the flashing column, an additional indicator may light or darken in those columns as well.
If you have selected the 5K or 10K program, go to step 6. If you have selected the CROSS COUNTRY program, go to step 5. HOW TO USE A WALK/RUN PROGRAM The 5K program is designed to help you train for a 5K race. 5 The 10K program is designed to help you train for a 10K race. If you have selected the CROSS COUNTRY program, the words ENTER DISTANCE and a distance setting of 10 miles will appear in the main display.
3 HOW TO USE A TERRAIN PROGRAM Enter your age. See step 3 on page 16. During the FOOTHILLS program, the incline of the treadmill will gradually increase and then gradually decrease. The number of times that the incline will increase and decrease will depend on the maximum incline setting and the program length that you select. 4 See step 4 on page 17. 5 During the PEAKS program, the incline of the treadmill will increase and then decrease.
3 HOW TO USE THE FIXED OR RANDOM PROGRAM Enter your age. See step 3 on page 16. The FIXED program controls the speed of the treadmill to create a workout with a warm-up period, a steady workout, and a cool-down period. 4 Enter your weight. See step 4 on page 17. The RANDOM program creates a different speed program every time it is selected for a variety of workouts. 1 5 Insert the key into the console. See step 7 on page 22. See GETTING STARTED on page 15. 2 Enter a maximum speed setting.
Each custom program is divided into several segments. One speed setting and one incline setting is programmed for each segment. (The same speed and/or incline setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments.) The speed setting for the first segment is shown in the flashing column of the matrix. The speed settings for the next several segments are shown in the columns to the right. HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM 1 Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 15.
5 HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE The console features a maintenance mode that allows you to access information and to view and change various default settings. Follow the steps below to use the maintenance mode. 1 Press the ENTER button again and select a language. The main display can display text messages in any of five languages. To select a language, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button. Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 15.
You can design up to three CUSTOM programs. To select a CUSTOM program, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button. When you see the CUSTOM program you want to design (PROGRAM1, PROGRAM 2, or PROGRAM 3), press the ENTER button. Program a speed setting and an incline setting for the second segment as described above. Continue programming speed and incline settings for the remaining columns.
the ENTER button again and enable or 10 Press disable the TV. 11 To make the TV available for use, press the + or – button above the ENTER button until the words TV ON appear in the main display. To prevent the TV from being used, press the + or – button until the words TV OFF appear. Hold down the ENTER button and the CLEAR button simultaneously for two seconds to exit the maintenance mode.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is necessary for optimal performance and long life of the treadmill. Please read and follow all instructions below. If the treadmill is not maintained as described, components may wear excessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided. If you have questions about maintenance, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 of this manual. CAUTION: Make sure to remove the key and unplug the power cord before performing any maintenance procedures.
TURNING THE WALKING PLATFORM Both sides of the walking platform are designed to be used as walking surfaces. Inspect the walking platform periodically for wear. If there is any wood showing through the phenolic coating, or if the surface is damaged, the walking platform should be turned over. The walking platform will need to be turned over and the walking belt replaced (see page 33) after every 16,000 to 24,000 kilometers (10,000 to 15,000 miles).
REPLACING THE WALKING BELT When the walking belt becomes worn, it should be replaced. The walking belt will need to be replaced after every 16,000 to 24,000 kilometers (10,000 to 15,000 miles). See the Service Manual for replacement instructions. See HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 to order a new walking belt. REPLACING THE WALKING PLATFORM When both sides of the walking platform become worn, the walking platform should be replaced.
SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD Photocopy this form and use it to record the preventive maintenance performed on the treadmill. Each copy of the form can be used for six months (26 weeks). When maintenance is performed, write the date in the appropriate spaces. Make sure to perform each maintenance procedure as described on pages 31 to 33. If the procedures are not performed as described, components may wear excessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided.
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, see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on page 2 of this manual. 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. (See page 10.) b. Make sure that the key is inserted into the console. c. Check the on/off circuit breaker located on the treadmill near the power cord.
4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT IS OFF-CENTER OR SLIPS WHEN WALKED ON a. If the walking belt has shifted to the right: Remove the key and unplug the power cord. Using a 7/32” hex key, turn the roller adjustment bolts in the directions shown, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and use the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 3 FACTORS IN A SENSIBLE DIET Your target heart rate (THR), is the rate at which you would like your heart to work during aerobic exercise. It is expressed as a percentage of your maximum heart rate (MHR). MHR is the maximum number of times that your heart can pump during one minute. To determine your approximate MHR, subtract your age (in years) from 220. This is only an estimation of your MHR—only clinical stress testing can provide an actual MHR reading.
3. Hamstring Stretch—Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times for both legs. Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back, and groin. WEIGHT LOSS TIPS At least four, 30-minute workouts per week, along with a reduced-calorie diet, are recommended if you are trying to lose weight.
“T” is for the time or duration of your workout. Beginning exercisers may wish to start with 5 to 10 minutes of aerobic activity. Those in average physical condition should exercise for 20 to 30 minutes. Highly fit people, or people who want to lose weight, should exercise for 30 to 60 minutes. The key is to maintain your target heart rate for the duration of the workout period.
WORKOUT TIPS Move on to the Fitness Level only when you feel ready and your heart rate has moved below your target heart rate zone. Full-body conditioning helps take care of many of life's aches and pains. However, it takes time for your body to adapt to any new routine. Below are some tips that will help ease you into your new Freemotion routine. The Fitness level usually lasts 12 to 20 weeks. (It may last longer, depending on your fitness goals.
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