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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. FreeMotion Fitness assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals. 1. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician.
20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord, and press the power switch into the off position when the treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the power switch.) 24. 21. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by placing objects under it.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ing 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. Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary FREEMOTION® T7.5 treadmill. The T7.5 treadmill offers an impressive array of features designed to help you achieve your fitness goals in the convenience and privacy of your home.
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 7/32" hex key and an adjustable wrench . Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, some lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is normal and does not affect treadmill performance.
1. The Wheels (91) may be preattached. If they are not, complete this step. 1 With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Upright (96) and insert a Wheel (91) into the bottom of each side of the Upright. Be careful not to pinch the 65" Wire Harness (not shown) in the Upright. 96 42 Attach the Wheels (91) with two 3/8" x 2 1/2" Bolts (34), two 3/8" Wheel Washers (57), and two 3/8" Nuts (42) (only one of each is shown). Do not overtighten the Nuts; the Wheels must turn freely. 57 91 2.
4. Align the holes in the Upright (96) above the holes in the Base Frame (75). Lower the Upright onto the Base Frame. Be careful not to pinch your fingers or the Wire Harnesses (not shown). Make sure to keep the holes aligned. 4 96 Holes 75 5. Tighten four 1/2" x 3 1/4" Bolts (1) with four 1/2" Star Washers (7) and four 1/2" Jam Nuts (5) (only two of each are shown) into the Upright (96) and the Base Frame (75). Start all four Bolts, and then tighten each of them.
6. The Upright Brackets (98, 99) may be preattached. If they are not, complete this step. 6 Identify the Left Upright Bracket (99). Insert the TV cables through the Left Upright Bracket. Press the Left Upright Bracket onto the left side of the Upright (96). Be careful not to pinch the wires. 3 99 TV Cables Insert the 65" Wire Harness (48) through the Right Upright Bracket (98). Press the Right Upright Bracket onto the right side of the Upright (96). Be careful not to pinch the Wire Harness.
8. Insert the Wire Harnesses (47, 48) and each of the TV cables into the Handrail (100) as you set the Handrail on the Upright Brackets (98, 99). Be careful not to pinch the wires. 8 TV Cables Attach the Handrail (100) to the Upright Brackets (98, 99) with four 5/16" x 1 1/4" Bolts (3). Start all four Bolts, and then tighten each of them. 3 3 99 100 47, 48 98 3 9. Attach the Front Roller Cover (68) with four 5/16" x 1" Screws (2). 9 3 2 68 2 10.
If you purchased the optional personal television (see HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE on page 13), follow the steps below. 11. Remove the three #8 x 1/2" Console Cover Screws (121) from the Console Cover (105). Save the Screws for step 12. Discard the Console Cover. 11 105 121 12. Have a second person hold the TV Console (138) near the Console Back (49). Connect the TV cable (A) in the TV Console to the 45" TV Cable (125) in the Console Back.
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it requires two or three persons. Hold the metal frame firmly in the location shown at the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of damage to the treadmill or of injury, do not lift the frame by the plastic front cover or by the handrail. Carefully roll the treadmill on the wheels to the desired location and then lower it to the level position.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE This console features an optional personal television, which offers additional functionality. With the optional personal television, you can watch the television programs of your choice, or connect and use your own VCR or DVD player. To purchase the optional personal television, please see the back cover of this manual.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT dance with all local codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets and may not be compatible with AFCI-equipped outlets. Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with highperformance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will cause excessive wear.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM SPEED FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. When you use the manual mode of the console, you can change the speed and incline of the treadmill with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. In addition, the console features fourteen personal trainer workouts.
HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before turning on the power. If you do not do this, the console displays or other electrical components may become damaged. Plug in the power cord (see page 14). Next, locate the power switch on the treadmill frame near the power cord. Make sure that the switch is in the reset position. 1. Insert the key into the console.
5. Select a display mode and monitor your progress with the display. 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. Before using the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the sheets of plastic from the metal contacts. In addition, make sure that your hands are clean. When the manual mode is selected, the console offers seven display modes. The display mode that you select will determine which workout information is shown. Press the Display button repeatedly to select the desired display mode.
HOW TO USE A PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUT after each selection. Note: To use the Interval workouts, you must also enter your minimum and maximum speed settings using the Quick Touch Speed buttons or the Speed Increase and Decrease buttons. 1. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16. 3. Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. 2. Select one of the personal trainer workouts.
The workout will continue in this way until the last segment of the profile flashes in the display and the last segment ends. The walking belt will then slow to a stop. If the speed or incline setting is too high or too low at any time during the workout, you can manually override the setting by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons; however, when the next segment of the workout begins, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the next segment.
HOW TO USE A WALK/RUN WORKOUT OR A MANUAL CONTROL WORKOUT 3. Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. A moment after you press the Start/Stop button, the walking belt will begin moving. Hold the handrails and begin walking. 1. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16. During the workout, the profile will show the incline of the walking belt.
HOW TO USE A FITNESS TEST WORKOUT 4. Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. The fitness test workouts measure your relative fitness level. For the most accurate results, use a fitness test workout when you are not feeling tired, when you have not eaten for at least two hours, and when you have not exercised for at least 24 hours. A moment after you press the Start/Stop button, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the fitness test.
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the workout. Hold the handrails and begin walking. CAUTION: If you have heart problems, or if you are over age 60 and have been inactive, do not use the heart rate workouts. If you are taking medication regularly, consult your physician to find out whether the medication will affect your exercise heart rate. The heart rate workouts are divided into several one-minute segments.
HOW TO USE A CUSTOM WORKOUT current segment. At the end of each segment, a series of tones will sound, the next segment of the profile will begin to flash, and the speed or incline setting for the next segment will appear in the display to alert you. 1. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16. The workout will continue in this way until the last segment of the profile flashes in the display and the last segment ends. The walking belt will then slow to a stop. 2.
HOW TO USE AN IFIT WORKOUT At the end of each one-minute segment, the speed and incline settings for the next segment will appear in the display and a series of tones will sound to alert you. If a different speed and/or incline setting is programmed for the next segment, three tones will sound. 1. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16. 2. Insert an iFit card and select a workout.
HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE Press the Display button to move to the next screen. You may be able to select one of five languages for the displays. If desired, select a language for the displays. The console has a maintenance mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total distance that the walking belt has moved. The maintenance mode also allows you to adjust the maximum workout time, the pause timeout, and the sleep timeout.
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, please see the back cover of this manual. CAUTION: Make sure to remove the key and unplug the power cord before performing any maintenance procedures.
REPLACING THE WALKING BELT When the walking belt becomes worn, it should be replaced. The walking belt will need to be replaced after every 10,000 to 15,000 miles (16,000 to 24,000 kilometers). 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.
3. Note: Be very careful to avoid chipping or damaging the phenolic coating on the Walking Platform (63). Lift the Walking Platform and the Walking Belt (64) to the position shown by the dotted lines. Slide the Walking Platform out of the Walking Belt, turn it, and then slide it back into the Walking Belt. Note: If you are replacing the Walking Platform, slide the new Walking Platform into the Walking Belt. 3 64 67 Lay down the Walking Platform (63) and the Walking Belt (64).
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 26 to 28. 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 simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, see the back cover of this manual. SYMPTOM: The walking belt slows when walked on a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 14).
SYMPTOM: The walking belt is off-center or slips when walked on c. If the walking belt slips when walked on, remove the key and unplug the power cord. Using a 7/32" hex key, turn both roller adjustment screws clockwise 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking platform. The center of the walking belt should just touch the walking platform. Make sure to keep the walking belt centered.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Before beginning any 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.
PART LIST Model No. VMTL83607.5 R0311A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual. 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 4 4 8 4 4 4 4 4 2 4 4 1 1 1 8 1 22 5 2 10 2 2 2 2 12 1 2 2 2 4 2 2 4 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 6 1 3 1 1 2 2 2 4 2 2 2 2 2 2 5 7 1 1 4 5 Description Key No. Qty.
39 84 72 74 113 112 20 110 21 60 74 20 17 58 113 21 110 73 59 60 20 112 72 39 17 27 20 61 20 63 62 17 60 111 53 64 65 10 20 20 17 20 27 54 2 60 111 69 10 56 20 17 70 61 53 68 67 29 17 2 62 17 71 54 66 17 2 20 29 2 17 17 17 EXPLODED DRAWING A Model No. VMTL83607.
77 28 75 43 130 77 28 106 31 50 25 76 5 38 80 25 76 38 93 25 76 36 109 93 106 93 76 31 79 130 5 109 109 25 35 78 109 5 35 5 46 EXPLODED DRAWING B Model No. VMTL83607.
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EXPLODED DRAWING E Model No. VMTL83607.
HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE If you have questions after reading this manual, or if parts are damaged or missing, please contact the store where you purchased this product. If you are unable to contact the store, 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.
