Model No. FMTL39940 Serial No. The serial number is found in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if there are missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction through direct assistance from our factory. TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DELAYS, PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL-FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE. The trained technicians on our Customer Hot Line will provide immediate assistance, free of charge to you.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. your local EPIC dealer or call 1-800-806-3651 and order part number 146148. 12.
20. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or incline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the personal trainer describes the change. ductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. 28.
Power Lines Ground Clamp Service Entrance Conductors Standoff Insulators Mast To External Antenna Terminal of Treadmill Service Entrance Equipment Power Service Grounding Electrode System (e.g. Interior Metal Water Pipe) Antenna Lead-in Wire Ground Wire Antenna Discharge Unit Ground Wire Ground Clamps Ground Clamps Bonding Jumper Optional Antenna Grounding Electrode Driven 8 Feet (2.44m) Into The Earth (If Required By Local Codes). See NEC Section 810–21 (f).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary EPICTM T40 treadmill. The EPIC T40 treadmill offers an impressive array of features to make your home workouts more effective and enjoyable. cluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of your treadmill is FMTL39940. The 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 the included allen wrenches. 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.
4. See step 1. While a second person holds the Uprights (95, 97), remove the two Upright Bolts (96). 4 99 Slide the Uprights (95, 97) fully onto the brackets on the Frame (not shown). Be careful to avoid pinching your hands or the Wire Harness (not shown). Attach each Upright with four Upright Bolts (96) as shown. Firmly tighten all eight Upright Bolts. 99 99 97 Firmly tighten the eight Handrail Bolts (99). 95 96 96 5. Plug the indicated end of the Power Cord (48) fully into the treadmill as shown.
2. Connect the 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter to the 75 ohm antenna terminal on the treadmill (see assembly drawing 7 on page 8). ANTENNA CONNECTIONS Indoor Antenna 1. Place the VHF antenna in the desired location. Connect the 300 ohm flat wire on the antenna to the screws on the 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter. 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable 1. See the drawing at the lower left. Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to the 75 ohm antenna terminal on the treadmill (see assembly drawing 7 on page 8).
HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR The chest pulse sensor consists of two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset drawing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the front of the sensor unit. Chest Strap Tab Sensor Unit • Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
TREADMILL OPERATION THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets. Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant.
Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. TV Matrix Main Display FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE personal trainer in your home. Using the included audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com CD and video programs (iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes are available separately). iFIT.
3 CAUTION: Before operating the Insert the key into the console. Find the key and the clip, and attach the clip to the Clip waistband of Key your clothes. Next, insert the key into the console. Test Key the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward until the key is pulled from the console. If the key is not pulled from the console, adjust the position of the clip as needed. console, read the following precautions. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power.
4 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 To change the incline of the treadmill, press the INCLINE + and – buttons. Each time a button is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is 0% to 15%. Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting. Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 13. 2 Select the manual mode. When the key is inserted, the manual mode will automatically be selected.
Distance—The center section of the main display will show the distance that you have walked or run. To reset the displayed time, distance, and Calories at any time, press the RESET button. 6 Measure your heart rate if desired. To use the chest pulse sensor, see page 10. To use the handgrip pulse sensor, follow the instructions below. Calories—This section of the main display will show the approximate number of Calories you have burned.
Each program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. The main display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program. One speed setting and one incline CURRENT SEGMENT setting are programmed for each segment. The speed setting for the first segment is shown in the flashing CURRENT SEGMENT column of the matrix. (The incline settings are not shown in the matrix.
darken in those columns as well.) Important: When the next segment of the program begins, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the next segment. HOW TO USE PULSE-DRIVEN PROGRAMS Pulse-driven 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 pulse-driven program. To stop the program at any time, press the STOP button.
4 5 You must enter your age to use a pulse-driven program. To enter your age, press the + and – buttons above the ENTER AGE/WT button. The buttons can be held down to enter your age quickly. The age range is 20 to 80 years. When your age is shown, press the ENTER AGE/WT button. Each pulse-driven program is divided into oneminute segments. The main display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program.
5 HOW TO USE THE FITNESS TEST PROGRAM When the button is pressed, the main display will show the words LEVEL 1, indicating that the first four-minute level of the fitness test program has begun. The incline of the treadmill will automatically adjust to 3% and the walking belt will begin to move at 1.5 mph. Hold the handrails and begin walking. The fitness test program measures your relative fitness level.
Note: The SPEED and INCLINE buttons will not function while the fitness test program is selected. If your pulse is not detected during the program, the letters PLS will flash in the main display. If your pulse is not detected at the end of any four-minute level, the fitness test program will end and the main display will show a fitness level of 00. HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. 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 left side of the console.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the indicated jack on the left side of the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the PHONES jack or LINE OUT jack on your computer. Plug your headphones into the other jack on the console. 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 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 “chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings for the program. HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD player, or VCR.
7 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE When the on-screen countdown ends, the program will begin and the walking belt will begin to move. Hold the handrails, step onto the walking belt, and begin walking. During the program, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. CAUTION: Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or incline changes. Our Web site at www.iFIT.
5 HOW TO USE THE TELEVISION See step 6 on page 17. Whether you select the manual mode, a program, or the iFIT.com mode, the personal TV will allow you to enjoy the programs of your choice while you exercise. Note: For the television to operate, an antenna, a CATV cable, or a VCR must be connected to the treadmill. See page 9 for connecting instructions. To use the personal TV, follow the instructions below. 1 Insert the key fully into the console.
2 The console will begin scanning all TV channels. If no broadcast signal is detected on a channel, the channel will be skipped; if a signal is detected, a tone will sound and the channel will be stored in memory. This process will continue until the highest channel is reached. The lowest channel stored in memory will then appear in the main display. Press the STOP button again and enable or disable the TV.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps outlined in this section. Find any symptoms that apply, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time. 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a. Make sure that the power cord is fully plugged into the treadmill.
4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT IS OFF-CENTER a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left: Remove the key and unplug the power cord. Using the included allen wrench, turn each roller adjustment bolt 1/4 of a turn in the direction shown. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and use the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b. If the walking belt has shifted to the right: Remove the key and unplug the power cord.
7. SYMPTOM: THE SURFACE OF THE WALKING PLATFORM IS DAMAGED a. Both sides of the walking platform are designed to be used as walking surfaces. If the surface becomes damaged, or if there is any wood showing through the coating, the walking platform can be turned over. The walking platform typically needs to be turned over after approximately 6,000 to 7,500 miles. Follow the instructions below to turn over the walking platform. Remove the key and unplug the power cord.
8. SYMPTOM: TELEVISION RECEPTION IS POOR a. For the television to operate properly, good reception is necessary. If you are using an antenna, make sure it is properly connected and adjusted for optimal reception. (See ANTENNA CONNECTIONS on page 9.) b. Check for the problems listed below and follow the applicable instructions.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with preexisting health problems.
PART LIST—Model No. FMTL39940 R1103A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 34 and 35. Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 1 2 2 4 2 6 6 1 6 1 2 4 1 1 4 1 4 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 3 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 103 104 105 106 107 108 109* 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 1 1 2 1 5 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 12 1 1 4 1 Description Key No. Qty. Allen Wrench (5/16”) Tie Block Belt Guide Bolt Voltage Decal (Small) Cable Tie Belt Guide Idler Arm Assembly Rear Endcap (Right) Motor Flywheel Idler Arm Bolt Rear Foot Locknut Foam Grip (Left) Rear Roller Adj.
37 86 22 17 60 102 137 103 135 122 85 132 8 16 90 107 97 99 89 63 88 136 91 99 114 44 90 96 96 12 12 EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No.
82 78 77 5 113 83 120 115 84 9 7 74 2 82 110 10 78 80 11 115 6 4 81 80 74 1 9 7 74 3 120 74 77 79 74 46 6 2 74 6 75 9 7 5 32 25 56 27 9 7 3 6 76 108 105 15 70 133 74 53 54 54 14 30 74 46 74 130 138 6 13 11 74 109* 21 3 9 7 66 35 41 50 72 68 65 6 108 7 9 119 40 26 123 42 28 36 23 38 67 64 116 69 111 55 53 130 71 73 24 53 20 18 74 48 67 9 27 105 74 58 121 57 28 66 65 62 123 61 123 127 24 123 119 1
LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED—The entire EPICTM T40 treadmill (“Product”) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship. WHO IS COVERED—The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser. HOW LONG IS IT COVERED—ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (“ICON”), warrants the frame for a lifetime. The motor for ten years after the date of purchase.