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® TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS DANGER: 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 12. Keep the power cord and the surge protector that all users of this treadmill are adequately away from heated surfaces. informed of all warnings and precautions. 13. Never move the walking belt while the power 2. Use the treadmill only as described in th
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22. Never drop or insert any object into any motor hood unless instructed to do so by an opening. authorized service representative. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service 23.DANGER: Always unplug the power representative only. cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and before performing the main- 24. This treadmill is intended for in-home use tenance and adjustment procedures de- only. Do not use this treadmill in any
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ® Thank you for selecting the PROFORM GP5 treadmill. at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. The GP5 treadmill combines advanced technology until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent help us assist you, please note the product model form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and number and serial number before calling. The model privacy of your home. And when you’re not exercising, number of the tread
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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 a rubber mallet and a phillips screwdriver (not included). 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. This is
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT TM THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge TM PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. protector, and plug the surge protector into an ap- IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other propriate outlet that is properly installed and substances to the walking belt or the w
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM Program Indicators LED Track Displays Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic Clip on the face of the console, remove it. Key STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION CAUTION: Before operating the Note: The console can display speed and distance in console, read the following precautions. either miles or kilometers (see SPEED/INCLINE DIS- PLAY on page 9). For simplicity, all instructions in this • Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- section refer to miles. ing on the power. Be
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TIME/SEGMENT Select the manual mode. 2 display—When the manual mode is se- When the key is lected, this display will inserted, the manual show the elapsed time. mode will be se- When a workout pro- lected, as shown by gram is selected, this display will show the time the MANUAL CON- remaining in the program as well as the time re- TROL indicator. If maining in the current “segment” (segments will you have selected a be explained in a later step). The display will workout program, press the PRO
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Measure your heart rate, if desired. HOW TO USE THE WORKOUT PROGRAMS 6 To measure Insert the key into the console. Metal Contacts your heart rate, 1 stand on the A moment after the key is inserted, the four dis- foot rails and plays and various indicators on the console will place your light. hands on the metal contacts Press the MODE button to select a workout on the pulse 2 program. sensor. Your palms must be When the key is inserted, the manual mode will be resting on the selected, as shown b
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Each program is divided into several individual THE INFORMATION MODE “segments.” The speed and/or incline of the tread- mill will automatically change at the beginning of The console features an information mode that keeps each segment. track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has Throughout the pro- been operated and the total number of miles that the gram, the TIME/SEG- walking belt has moved. The information mode also MENT display will allows you to switch the console from miles
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HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord. CAU- TION: 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 injury, bend your legs and keep you
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE Open 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the pin. Slowly release the latch knob. Closed Latch Knob Pin 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 steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call our Customer Service Department toll- free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge protector, and that the surge protector is plugged into a
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4. SYMPTOM: THE DISPLAYS OF THE CONSOLE DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY a. Remove the key from the console and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Remove the screws from the hood and remove the hood. 1/8” Locate the Reed Switch (16) and the Magnet (10) on the left side 11 15 of the Pulley (111). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the 16 10 Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8”. If necessary, loosen the Reed Switch Screw (15) and move the Reed Switch s
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for en- ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body WARNING: Before beginning this begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal or any exercise program, consult your physi- is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread- cian. This is especially important for individu- mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in als over the age of 35 or individuals with pre- your training zone. ex
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward 1 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. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot
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PART LIST—Model No. PFTL59290 R1299A To locate the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key Key No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description 1 2 Center Track 51 1 Motor Pulley 2 2 Left Foot Rail Cap 52 1 Motor 3 4 Foot Rail Cap 53 1 Motor Tension Bolt 4 2 Foot Rail 54 1 Motor Tension Washer 5 4 Isolator 55 1 Star Washer 6 4 Isolator Screw 56 1 Motor Tension Nut 7 4 Deck Screw 57 1 Shock 8 2 Frame Pivot Bolt 58 1 Incline Motor Shield 9 2 Frame Spac
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Key Key No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description 101 1 Key/Clip 119 2 Warning Decal 102 2 Book Holder Screw 120 2 Upright Base Endcap 103 1 Book Holder 121 1 Walking Platform 104 1 Console Base 122 1 Lock Knob Spacer 105 1 Console Plug 123 1 Releasable Tie 106 4 Hood Screw 124 1 Incline Belly Pan 107 1 Motor Hood 125 8 8” Wire Tie 108 7 Belly Pan Screw/Shield Screw 126 2 Frame Endcap 109 1 Belly Pan 127 1 Foot Spacer 110 4 Wheel Spacer # 1 4” Black Wire, 2 F 111 2 Front Wheel # 1 4” Blue Wire,
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EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFTL59290 R1299A 27 25 28 18 34 31 17 19 26 29 30 31 35 24 36 32 3 20 22 37 23 16 20 38 15 2 39 33 14 1 21 8 13 49 9 40 50 51 22 126 18 12 24 43 41 7 4 10 44 46* 42 11 41 5 45 20 6 52 47 48 5 125 7 53 121 9 54 12 21 55 81 56 82 123 61 6 7 126 65 3 64 8 66 7 6 1 60 67 5 79 59 80 78 66 77 65 5 67 62 4 75 60 60 63 45 75 6 76 72 60 77 71 68 64 73 45 60 76 74 127 75 69 72 70 71
