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Model No. 831.298070
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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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14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand- 20. When folding or moving the treadmill, make ing on the walking belt. Always hold the sure that the storage latch is fully closed. handrails while using the treadmill. 21. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill 15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. regularly. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed. 22. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 16. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill ov
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN ¨ Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM L18 Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central treadmill. The L18 treadmill combines advanced tech- Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, nology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excel- please note the product model number and serial num- lent form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill and privacy of your home. And when youÕre not exer- is 831.29
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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 and adjustable wrench . 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the 1 treadmill to the upright position. While a second person tips the treadmill to one side and holds it, insert one of
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4. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the 4 Uprights (82) down as shown. Make sure the Extension Legs (103) remain inserted into the Uprights. Attach one of the Extension Legs with two of the four Short Screws (101) as shown. Attach the other Extension Leg in the same way. 82 Tighten a Handrail Bolt (78) with a Handrail Washer (96) 101 into the right Upright (82) and the lower end of the right 96 Handrail (75) as shown. Note: It may be necessary to move the Handrail up or down to al
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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 LED Track Speed Control Incline Control Displays Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic Clip on the face of the console, remove it. Key Battery Cover CAUTION: Before operating the console, read the following precautions. ¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. ¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing at Battery the lower right) while using the treadmill. Batteries Cover Tab When the key is removed from the console, the walking belt will stop. ¥ Adj
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pleted 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin. Insert the key fully into the power switch. 1 DISTANCE displayÑ Inserting the key will This display shows the not turn on the dis- distance that you have plays. The displays will walked or run, in miles. turn on when the ON/RESET button is pressed or when the CALS/FAT CALS walking belt is started. Arrow displayÑThis display Note: If you just shows the approximate installed batteries, the displays will already be on. numbers of calories and fat calo
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HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE 1 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. 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 y
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING 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, call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN 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
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PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a UL-listed surge suppressor, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- b 3ÓÐ4Ó mance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged. Remove the key and UN- PLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclock- wise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you sho
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES training zone. It may also be helpful to set the speed control on the console to FAT BURN to help you main- WARNING: Before beginning tain the proper intensity level. (See page 9.) this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for in- Aerobic Exercise dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys- tem, your exercise must be Òaerobic.Ó Aerobic exercis
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Training Zone Exercise to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. After warming up, increase the intensity of your exer- cise until your pulse is in your training zone for 20 to Exercise Frequency 60 minutes. (During the first few weeks of your exer- cise program, do not keep your pulse in your training To maintain or improve your condition, complete three zone for longer than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly workouts each week
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PART LISTÑModel No. 831.298070 R1298A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 1 Motor Belt 63 1 Belly Pan 2 1 Pulley/Flywheel/Fan 64 1 Rear Endcap 3 4 Motor Nut 65 2 Rear Roller Adj. Bolt 4* 1 Motor/Pulley/Flywheel/Fan 66 1 Motor 5 3 Incline Motor Bolt 67 1 Latch Decal 6 1 Incline Motor Spacer 68 4 Rear Platform Screw 7 1 Incline Motor 69 2 Catch Screw 8 1 Stop Bracket 70 1 Latch Catch 9 1 Small Nut 71 1 Walking Platform 10 2 Star Washer 72 5 8Ó cable Tie 11 1 Optic Switch 73 4 4Ó ca
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.298070 R1298A 8 4* 112 5 7 9 16 27 6 3 10 66 24 52 11 1 14 2 10 16 26 16 28 13 15 34 34 113 16 16 15 3 17 18 30 76 19 39 21 22 25 15 40 15 5 39 31 33 15 23 41 29 38 109 16 36 35 32 111 16 34 43 111 45 41 18 44 33 42 75 32 15 46 37 71 51 76 45 44 76 44 46 70 69 44 68 55 45 58 46 76 56 47 56 47 12 110 68 49 45 76 57 58 16 67 47 47 46 59 60 62 54 110 47 36 63 65 53 64 65 59 62 61 36 60
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.298070 R1298A 85 80 88* 79 90 48 87 108 89 81 77 89 82 79 89 50 75 84 74 83 89 86 72 95 73 102 92 91 97 84 16 93 98 62 101 107 92 20 93 101 103 93 96 48 106 83 78 86 104 105 97 95 97 20 99 94 98 98 103 100 101 96 78 104 93 97 98
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¨ The model number and serial number of your PROFORM L18 Model No. 831.298070 treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. 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 operating the
