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Model No. 831.297820
Serial No.
The serial number is found in the location
shown below. Write the serial number in
the space above for future reference.
Serial Number
Decal
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
USER'S MANUAL
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 O
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13. Never move the walking belt while the power ASSEMBLY on page 5, and HOW TO MOVE is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if THE TREADMILL on page 10.) You must be the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to treadmill is not working properly. (See raise, lower, or move the treadmill. BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the tread- mill is not working properly.) 19. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully c
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ¨ Congratulations for purchasing the HEALTHRIDER Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central SOFTSTRIDER LX treadmill. The new SOFTSTRIDER Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, LX combines advanced technology with innovative please note the product model number and serial num- design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovas- ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill cular exercise in the convenience and privacy of your is 831.297820. The s
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ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver . 1. With the help of a second person, carefully lay the 1 83 treadmill on its right side as shown (refer to the drawing on page 4 to identify the right side). Insert the Extension Legs (88) into the treadmill. Make 8
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4. Remove the backing from the Wrench Clip (26). Press 4 the Wrench Clip onto the base of the Uprights (84) in the indicated location. Press the Allen Wrench (29) into the Wrench Clip. 84 26 29 5. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. 6
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT TM THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus- Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that TM PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole substances to the wal
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CONSOLE OPERATION Reading Rack Displays Water Bottle Holder Start/Pause Button Speed Buttons Accessory Tray Key Clip Follow the steps below to operate the console. CAUTION: Before operating the Insert the key into the console. console, read the following precautions. 1 ¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- When the key is inserted, the four displays will ing on the power or starting the walking belt. turn on. ¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing above) Press the start/pause button. 2
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To stop the walking belt, press the start/pause HOW TO CHANGE THE INCLINE OF THE button. The displays will pause and the time dis- TREADMILL play will begin to flash. To restart the walking belt, press the start/pause button again. Note: The The incline of the treadmill can be changed by raising walking belt can also be stopped by pulling the or lowering the back end. Before changing the in- key out of the console. cline, remove the key and unplug the power cord. Hold the rear Follow your prog
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HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right. Caution: To decrease the possibility of in- jury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back. Raise the treadmill about halfway to the v
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left thumb, slide open the storage latch and hold it open. Pivot the treadmill until the frame is past the storage latch. Opened Storage Latch 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the treadmill to the floor. Caution: To decrease the possibil- ity of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be
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c. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill c near the power cord. If the switch protrudes as shown, the circuit breaker has tripped. To reset the Tripped Reset circuit breaker, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in. Tripped Reset PROBLEM: The power turns off during use SOLUTION: a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see 1. c. above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in
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PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center when walked on SOLUTION: a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove a the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise, and the right bolt counterclockwise, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b. If the walking belt has shif
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, WARNING: Before beginning adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your this or any exercise program, consult your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training physician. This is especially important for in- zone as you exercise. dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to
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Training Zone Exercise muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. After warming up, increase the intensity of your exer- cise until your heart rate is in your training zone for 20 Exercise Frequency to 60 minutes. Note: During the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your heart rate in your To maintain or improve your condition, complete three training zone for longer than 20 minutes. workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be- tween workouts. After a fe
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PART LISTÑModel No. 831.297820 R0198A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Rear Roller Adjustment Bolt 56 1 Console Base 2 5 Roller Adjustment Washer 57 1 Console 3 1 Left Rear Endcap 58 1 Console Plug 4 1 Latch Decal 59 1 Console Insert 5 1 Frame 60 1 Console Insert Plate 6 2 Roller Guard 61 43 Screw 7 1 Nut Cap 62 1 Hood 8 6 Platform Screw 63 1 Key/Clip 9 7 Frame Guide Screw 64 1 Storage Latch Bracket 10 2 Frame Guide 65 1 Power Cord Grommet 11 1 Frame Guide Spacer 66 1 Power
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.297820 R0198A 63 56 44 46 57 50 45 44 51 61 50 47 48 49 54 64 61 61 48 50 58 61 47 59 89 50 50 62 74 61 68 36 50 89 84 44 81 61 60 82 55 96 95* 61 52 97 61 94 92 46 87 75 61 93 90 77 61 71 91 76 61 80 61 44 79 73 66 65 54 61 72 67 88 71 61 80 83 79 85 2 82 70 81 86 71 19 71 79 69 88 83 61 70 19 71 2 70 61 86 71 85
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¨ The model number and serial number of your HEALTHRIDER Model No. 831.297820 SOFTSTRIDER LX treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the treadmill. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. QUESTIONS? All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. If you find that: To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free ¥ you need help assembling or numbers listed at the
