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Model No. 831.297880
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-
tions in this manual before using
USER'S MANUAL
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 19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the ASSEMBLY on page 5, and HOW TO MOVE treadmill is not working properly. (See THE TREADMILL on page 12.) You must be BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the tread- able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to mill is not working properly.) raise, lower, or move the tr
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ¨ Congratulations for purchasing the new PROFORM Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central EKG treadmill. The PROFORM EKG treadmill com- Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, bines advanced technology with innovative design to please note the product model number and serial num- let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascular exer- ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill cise in the convenience and privacy of your home. And is 831.297880. T
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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. Refer to the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screw- driver , adjustable wrench , and scissors . Pulse Handrail Bolt (98)Ð2 1/2" Screw (13)Ð2 Extension Leg
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3. With the help of a second person, hold the Console Base 3 (6) and the Right Handrail (32) near the right Upright (14) as shown. Route the Console Wire Harness (92) through the bracket on the Right Handrail. 6 Refer to the inset drawing. Slide the Strain Relief Clip 88 Bracket (88) onto the Console Wire Harness (92). Make sure that there is no slack in the Console Wire Harness between 32 91 the Strain Relief Clip and the Console Base (6). Insert a 92 3/4Ó Screw (91) into the Strain Relief Cl
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7. Thread a Handrail Bolt (15) with a Handrail Washer (16) 7 into the right Upright (14) and the Right Handrail (32). Do not tighten the Handrail Bolt yet. 15 16 Attach the lower end of the Right Handrail (32) to the Extension Leg (41) with a 3 1/2Ó Handrail Bolt (89), a 3/8Ó 32 Washer (61), and a Flange Nut (57). 14 Tighten all parts used in this step and in step 2. 41 57 61 89 8. Attach the Storage Latch (12) to the left Upright (14) with 8 two 1/2Ó Screws (13). Be careful not to overtigh
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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 DIAGRAM Manual Indicator Program Indicator Displays If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic Clip Key on the face of the console, remove it. rate before you begin exercising, during your workout, and again when you finish. CAUTION: Before operating the console, read the following precautions. Before operating the console, make sure ¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- ÒOnÓ that the on/off ing on the power. Position switch, located near the power cord, is in ¥ Always wear the
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Press the MODE button to select the desired Press the START/STOP button. 2 4 mode. After the START/ When the key is STOP button is inserted, the manual pressed, the walking mode will be belt will begin to selected, as shown move. Hold the by the MANUAL in- handrails and care- dicator. If a workout fully begin walking. program has been selected, press the MODE button repeatedly to select the manual mode again. If the console is in the manual mode: As you exercise, change the speed of the walking
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Follow your progress with the four displays. Measure your heart rate, if desired. 6 7 DISTANCE dis- Stand on the Metal Contacts playÑThis display foot rails and shows the total place your distance that you hands on the have walked or run. metal con- tacts on the TIME/PULSE handrail. Your displayÑWhen the palms must manual mode is be resting on selected, this display the upper contacts, and your fingers must be touch- shows the elapsed ing the lower contactsÑavoid moving your hands time. When one
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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, press the storage latch and hold it. Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot rail are 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. 13
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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. If further assistance is needed, call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: 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 8). Use only a single-outlet surg
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PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup- pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- b 3ÓÐ4Ó mance may decrease and the walking belt may be pe
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Burning Fat WARNING: Before beginning To burn fat, you must exercise at a low intensity level this or any exercise program, consult your for a sustained period of time. During the first few physician. This is especially important for in- minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few with pre-existing health problems. minutes of exercise does your body begin to u
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Cool-down tween workouts. After a few months, you may com- plete up to five workouts each week if desired. Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your The key to success is to make exercise a regular and muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. enjoyable part of your everyday life. Exercise Frequency To maintain or improve your condition, complete three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be- SUGGE
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PART LISTÑModel No. 831.297880 R1297B Key No. Part No. Qty. Description Key No. Part No. Qty. Description 1 119038 1 Key/Clip 58 119163 1 On/Off Switch 2 142284 1 Left Handrail 59 139579 1 Electronics Plate 3 125708 2 Cage Nut 60 140558 1 Incline Extension 4 140119 1 Power Supply 61 014132 2 3/8Ó Washer 5 100691 4 Rear Isolator Screw 62 139763 2 Solid Isolator 6 139109 1 Console Base 63 119425 7 Incline Nut 7 134690 1 8Ó Wire Harness 64 117806 2 Incline Wheel Bolt 8 142349 2 Spider Nut 65 137731
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15 EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.297880 R1297B 1 55 16 35 67 16 35 14 17 98 91 9 2 6 96 11* 15 3 16 12 28 19* 18 29 93 13 20 94 92 8 21 99 93 35 70 35 41 35 57 25 101* 35 35 16 105 37 94 93 8 95 35 36 49 38 45 39 97 82 77 30 83 86 39 87 35 93 22 35 22 24 22 4 84 8 23 40 67 88 60 22 91 4 100 3 46 35 77 7 63 16 85 81 98 77 16 10 63 46 39 80 34 59 78 45 35 79 44 33 32 13 46 43 89 5 77 16 35 35 42 61 57 41 75 47 34 62 51 74 5 47 50 16 90 39 48 35 38 73 62 36 76 47 36 30 31 37 72 46 30
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¨ The model number and serial number of your PROFORM EKG Model No. 831.297880 treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the treadmill. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or QUESTIONS? special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free If you find that: numbers listed at the left. ¥ you need help assembling or ¨ operati
