Model No. FMTK72509.0/ FMTK75009.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. USERʼS MANUAL Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, please see HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE on the back cover of this manual. CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference. www.freemotionfitness.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your incline trainer before using your incline trainer. FreeMotion Fitness assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 1. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over age 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. 10.
18. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user's movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. 23. 19. Never leave the incline trainer unattended while it is running. 20. Do not change the incline of the incline trainer by placing objects under it. so will void the warranty and may result in damage to the incline trainer.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT These drawings show the location(s) of the warning decal(s). If a decal is missing or illegible, see the back cover of this manual and request a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown at actual size. : HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect line cord from outlet before servicing. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE Disconnect power before servicing.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN after reading this manual, please see the back cover of this manual. To help us assist you, note the product model number and serial number before contacting us. The model number and the location of the serial number decal are shown on the front cover of this manual. Thank you for selecting the revolutionary FREEMOTION® INCLINE TRAINER. The INCLINE TRAINER provides an impressive selection of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Set the incline trainer 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, a 7/32" hex key, and a Phillips screwdriver. For help identifying assembly hardware, see the drawings below. Note: Some small parts may have been preassembled. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
2. Locate the Frame Wire Harness (133) and Upright Wire Harness (119) in the Upright (93) access hole. Connect the Frame Wire Harness (133) and Upright Wire Harness (119) at the front of the Uprights (93). See the inset drawing. The connectors should slide together easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one connector and try again. IF YOU DO NOT CONNECT THE CONNECTORS PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED WHEN YOU TURN ON THE POWER.
5. Orient one of the Handrail Brackets (92) with the 5/16" x 1 3/4" Bolt (113) postioned as shown. Insert the Upright Wire Harness (119) and the Upright TV Cable (116) through the large hole in the Handrail Bracket. Attach the Handrail Bracket (92) to the top of the right Upright (93) with two 5/16" x 2" Bolts (102). Start both Bolts, and then tighten each of them. Be careful nut to pinch any wires.
7. Attach the handrail assembly to the Handrail Brackets (92) with four 3/8" x 1" Bolts (51); start all four Bolts, and then tighten each of them. 7 Handrail Assembly 92 51 51 92 51 51 8. After the incline trainer is placed in the location where it will be used (see HOW TO MOVE THE INCLINE TRAINER on page 11), make sure that both Rear Leveling Feet (38) and the Base Pads (not shown) rest firmly on the floor.
If you purchase the Workout TV console, follow the steps below to assemble the console. Unplug the power cord. Remove the four Console Plate Screws (112) and the Basic Console Plate (not shown). Remove the five #8 x 3/4" Screws (A) from the back of the Basic Console (not shown), and remove the Basic Console from the incline trainer. Disconnect all wires connecting the Basic Console to the incline trainer.
HOW TO CONNECT THE INCLINE TRAINER DANGER: Improper connection of Locate the cable jack on the front of the incline trainer. Connect the CATV cable to the cable jack. Route the cable so that it will not be pinched or crushed by the lift mechanism or the frame. the equipment-grounding conductor increases the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are unsure whether the product is properly grounded.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE Your incline trainer has been pre-configured to operate with the Basic console or the Workout TV console (see the drawings below). To learn about the features of the Basic console, see page 14. To learn about the features of the Workout TV console, see the userʼs manual included with the Workout TV console. To upgrade your console and expand the capabilities of the incline trainer whenever you choose, please see the back cover of this manual.
HOW TO USE THE BASIC CONSOLE Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Matrix Display FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE to 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).
OVERVIEW OF THE CONSOLE The COOL DOWN button—This button is designed to help you cool down after a workout. When you press the COOL DOWN button, the speed of the walking belt will automatically adjust to 3 mph (or 4.8 kph) and the incline will adjust to 0% for a three-minute cool-down walk. Note: If the walking belt is already moving at less than 3 mph (or 4.8 kph), the speed of the walking belt will not change.
THE DISPLAY Calories/Watts—This section of the display will show the approximate number of calories you have burned and your power output in watts. The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds. The display will display a variety of text messages to guide you through your workouts. In addition, the display will display the following information while you exercise: Incline—The left end of the display will show the incline setting of the incline trainer.
CAUTION: THE PULSE SENSOR Before operating the console, read the following precautions. If there are sheets of Contacts plastic on the metal contacts on the pulse sensor, peel off the plastic. To measure your heart rate, stand on the foot rails and hold the contacts with both hands; your palms must be resting on the upper contacts, and your fingers must be touching the lower contacts. Avoid moving your hands.
GETTING STARTED HOW TO USE THE QUICK START MODE 1. Plug in the power cord. 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 incline trainer manually. See HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD on page 12. 2. Move the power switch to the on position. Locate the power switch on the incline trainer near the power cord. Press the power switch into the on position. 1. Insert the key into the console.
4. Follow your progress with the display. HOW TO USE A MANUAL PROGRAM The matrix will show your progress and the incline settings that you select. When you begin exercising, the left column of the matrix will begin to flash. After 30 seconds, a tone will sound and the column to the right will begin to flash. The MANUAL TIME program allows you to enter a time goal for your workout.
4. Enter your weight. 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. Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the incline trainer to reach the selected speed setting. Next, the words ENTER WEIGHT and a weight setting of 185 pounds will appear in the display.
HOW TO USE A FITNESS TEST PROGRAM 3. Select a FITNESS TEST program. 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. In technical terms, VO2 max is the maximum volume of oxygen, in milliliters, that your body can use in one minute, per kilogram of body weight. A high VO2 max indicates a high level of cardiorespiratory fitness.
6. Enter your gender. When the EBBELING FITNESS TEST is completed, the walking belt will slow to a stop and your VO2 max will be shown in the display. 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 display. To enter your gender, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button. When your gender is shown, press the ENTER button.
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM During HEART RATE programs, the matrix will show a moving graphic that represents your heart rate. Each time a heartbeat is detected, an additional peak will appear in the graphic. HEART RATE programs automatically control the speed and incline of the incline trainer to keep your heart rate near a target level while you exercise. Follow the steps below to use a HEART RATE program. 1. Put on a Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (not included).
7. Enter a target heart rate setting. Each HEART RATE program is divided into 30second segments. (The display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program.) One target heart rate setting is programmed for each segment. (During the CONSTANT HEART RATE program, the same target heart rate setting will be programmed for all segments.) The words MAX PERCENT and the target heart rate setting for the program will be shown in the display.
HOW TO USE AN INTERVAL PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. The INTERVAL programs will automatically adjust the incline of the walking belt as they guide you through an effective interval training workout. See step 4 on page 20. 5. Enter a program time. 1. Insert the key into the console. See step 8 on page 24. 6. Enter a minimum incline setting. See GETTING STARTED on page 18. 2. Select an INTERVAL program. The words MIN INCLINE and the minimum incline setting will appear in the display.
segment of the program begins, the incline trainer will automatically adjust to the incline setting for the next segment. Each program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. The display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program. One incline setting is programmed for each segment. The incline setting for the first segment is shown in the flashing left column of the matrix.
HOW TO USE A WALK/RUN PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. The 5K program is designed to help you train for a 5K race. See step 4 on page 20. If you have selected the 5K or 10K program, skip to step 6. If you have selected the CROSS COUNTRY program, continue to step 5. The 10K program is designed to help you train for a 10K race. 5. Enter a distance goal. The CROSS COUNTRY program is designed to help you train for a race of a length of your choice.
HOW TO USE A TERRAIN PROGRAM 4. Enter a maximum incline setting. During the HILL program, the incline of the incline trainer will depend on the vertical distance goal and the speed setting that you set. The incline will remain constant with only minor adjustments throughout the program to help you reach your vertical distance goal. The words MAX INCLINE and the incline setting will appear in the display.
HOW TO USE A FITNESS OR RANDOM PROGRAM 4. Enter your weight. The FITNESS program controls the speed and incline of the incline trainer to create a workout with a warmup period, a steady workout, and a cool-down period. See step 4 on page 20. If you have selected a RANDOM program, continue to step 5. If you have selected a FITNESS program, skip to step 7. The RANDOM program creates a different incline program every time it is selected for a variety of workouts. 5. Enter a maximum incline setting. 1.
HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM 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 incline setting for the first segment is shown in the flashing column of the matrix. The incline settings for the next several segments are shown in the columns to the right. 1. Insert the key into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 18. 2.
HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE 5. Press the ENTER button again and set the delay time for the timeout 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. Any time that the incline trainer is not used for several minutes, the console will enter a timeout mode and the words SELECT PROGRAM TO BEGIN will appear in the display.
7. Press the ENTER button again and set the delay time for the sleep timeout mode. Enter a name for the program. The name can have up to twelve characters, including spaces. To enter a name, press the + and – buttons beside the ENTER button until the desired character appears in the display. Then, press the ENTER button. If you select the wrong character, press the CLEAR button. Continue entering a name in this way. Then, press the ENTER button.
HOW TO ENABLE OR DISABLE THE SAFETY KEY To allow the INCLINE TRAINER to be used without the safety key, press the + or – button until the words SAFETY KEY DISABLED appear. Note: The next time the key is inserted into the console, the safety key will automatically be enabled and the console will require the use of the safety key again. If your INCLINE TRAINER is connected to a 120-volt circuit, you can disable the safety key so the INCLINE TRAINER does not require the use of a key.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is necessary for optimal performance and long life of the incline trainer. Please read and follow all instructions below. If the incline trainer is not maintained as described, components may wear excessively, the incline trainer may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided. If you have questions about maintenance, please see the back cover of this manual.
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 36) 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. Please see the back cover of this manual 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 incline trainer. 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 34 to 36. If the procedures are not performed as described, components may wear excessively, the incline trainer may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most incline trainer 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 see the back cover 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 12.) b. Make sure that the key is inserted into the console. c. Check the power switch located on the incline trainer 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 incline trainer for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Before beginning this Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST— Model No. FMTK72509.0/FMTK75009.0 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 2 6 4 6 16 2 2 2 2 4 1 1 1 2 1 7 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 2 2 1 2 8 4 1 4 2 2 2 2 4 4 4 1 2 1 2 2 2 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 2 4 1 2 1 4 1 4 1 1 1 8 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 Description Key No. Qty.
16 44 30 28 27 67 25 24 21 30 10 4 2 16 3 27 26 32 25 4 3 1 24 10 5 8 7 6 4 23 9 22 11 97 20 5 4 3 13 12 114 2 14 4 19 97 5 3 5 20 18 6 16 8 7 5 114 17 2 1 5 2 14 5 4 9 19 16 EXPLODED DRAWING A— Model No. FMTK72509.0/FMTK75009.
33 34 33 36 82 81 45 85 34 79 37 85 80 91 38 39 87 89 48 47 87 85 127 128 15 86 40 46 45 131 43 42 126 41 49 127 89 35 87 53 122 126 42 125 120 68 126 120 43 44 50 84 81 52 5 146 80 121 42 43 78 64 121 66 56 77 65 39 37 89 41 55 38 131 31 54 79 40 83 44 88 55 62 138 72 74 54 133 134 63 34 31 58 57 76 72 69 61 75 90 73 71 70 58 57 132 59 90 60 EXPLODED DRAWING B— Model No. FMTK72509.0/FMTK75009.
51 136 102 95 93 124 51 92 46 96 34 108 124 119 51 116 92 136 96 102 95 124 51 130 95 34 108 119 129 117 116 137 111 112 29 112 112 BASIC CONSOLE TV CONSOLE 118 112 112 112 EXPLODED DRAWING C— Model No. FMTK72509.0/FMTK75009.
104 85 85 85 103 109 100 101 98 104 99 99 105 106 100 98 135 107 106 106 94 47 85 85 110 106 98 100 101 99 115 99 100 98 123 EXPLODED DRAWING D— Model No. FMTK72509.0/FMTK75009.
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE If you have questions after reading this manual, or if parts are damaged or missing, please contact Customer Care at one of the phone numbers or addresses listed below. Please note the model number, serial number, and name of the product (see the front cover of this manual) before contacting Customer Care. If you are ordering replacement parts, please also note the key number and description of each part (see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual).