ProForm PFTL591040 manual

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    Visit our website at www .proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more! USER'S MANUAL Model No. PFTL591040 Serial No. CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc - tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this man - ual for future reference. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Num[...]

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    2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . .[...]

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    3 W ARNING: 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 that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. 2. Use the treadmill only as descri[...]

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    20. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in- cline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the per- sonal trainer describes the change. [...]

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    5 Congratulations for purchasing the PROFORM ® CROSSWALK CALIBER trea dmil l. Th e CROSSWALK CALIBER treadmill offers an impressive array of fea- tures to help you achieve your fitness goals in the con - venience of your home. From the advanced console to the cushioned walking platform, the CROSSWALK CALIBER treadmill is designed to make each work[...]

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    ASSEMBL Y 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. N ote: The und ersi de o f th e tr eadm ill walk ing belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walki[...]

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    7 2. Attach six Base Pads (125) to the bottom of the Base (131) with six 1” Tek Screws (126). Note: Only four Base Pads are shown. With the help of another person, carefully tip the tread- mill so that the Base Pads (125) are resting on the floor. 131 125 125 125 126 126 126 2 3 3. Attach a Wheel (139) to the right side of the Base (131) with a W[...]

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    8 7. Attach the Console Back (104) to the console assembly with five 3/4” Screws (33). 104 33 Console Assembly 33 33 7 76 52 77 101 80 6. Turn the Console (101) upside-down; be careful not to scratch the Console. Remove the bands and the Console Back (104) (see drawing 6) from the Console. If the four Pulse Bar Screws (76) (only two are shown) ar[...]

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    11. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place. The large allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 27). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. If there is a sheet of clear plastic on [...]

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    10 THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- icone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD Your treadmill, like any[...]

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    1 1 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features that help you get the most from your workouts. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display instant exercise feedback. You can even m[...]

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    HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER Plug in the power cord (see page 10). Locate the reset /off circuit breaker near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset position. Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 11) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your cloth es. Next, [...]

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    13 Distance/Incline dis- play —This display shows the distance that you have walked or run and the incline level of the treadmill. The dis- play will change from one number to the other every few secon ds. Note: Each time the incline changes, the display will show the incline setting for several seconds. Calories/Pulse display —This display sho[...]

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    14 HOW TO USE PRESET PROGRAMS Insert the key fully into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select one of the preset programs. When the key is in- serted, the manual mode will be selec ted. To select a personal trainer program, press the Program Select but- ton repeatedly until one of the four personal trainer program indicators l[...]

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    15 To stop the program at any time, press the Stop button. The Time/Pace display will begin to fla sh. To restart the program, press the Start button or the Speed increase bu tton. The walking belt will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next segment of the program begins, the treadmill will automati- cally adj ust to the spe ed and incline settings [...]

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    16 HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS Put on the optional chest pulse sensor. You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 23) to use a heart rate program. See the instructions included with the chest pulse sensor. Insert the key fully into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. Select a heart rate program. When the key is in [...]

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    17 Press the Start button or the Speed increase button to start the progr am. A moment after the button is pressed, the tread- mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the program. Hold the handrails and begin walking. Each heart rate program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. O ne ta rg et [...]

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    18 HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.com CDs , the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 18 and 19 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com video- cassettes , the treadmill must be connected to your VCR. See page 20 f[...]

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    19 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord. Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter. Plug the adapter into the [...]

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    20 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 19. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the[...]

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    21 If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low, you can manually override the settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console. However, when the next “chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program. To stop the walking belt at any time, press the St[...]

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    22 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 19. In addi- tion, you must have an internet connection and an in- ternet service provider. A list of specific system re- quirements is found on our Web site. Follow the[...]

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    THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of total number of miles that the walking belt has moved and the total number of hours that the treadmill has been used. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles to kilometers. In addi- tion, the information mode allows you to turn [...]

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    HOW T O 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. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the [...]

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    25 HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the storage position as described above. Make sure that the pin on the latch knob is fully inserted into the hole in the left handgrip. 1. Hold the treadmill and place one foot on a wheel. 2. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the wheels. Carefully move[...]

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    26 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 10). Use only a sing le-out let su rge su ppres- sor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. Im port ant: The tre admi ll i s no t[...]

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    Locate the Reed Switch (47) and the Magnet (35) on the left side of the Pulley (36). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8”. If necessary, loosen the Screw (48), move the Reed Switch slightly, and then retighten the Screw. Reattach the Hood. Mak[...]

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    28 PROBLEM: One of the upper body arms squeaks during use SOLUTION: a. Correcting this problem requires a small amount of white marine grease, available at most hardware stores. Turn the Resistance Knob (83) counterclock - wise until it can be removed. Remove the Resistance Cone (89) and the Upper Body Arm (95), along with the 3/8” Washers (84), [...]

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    29 The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program. For more detailed exercise informa- tion, obtain a reputable book or consult your physician. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity. Th[...]

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    To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. 30 P ART LIST—Model No. PFTL591040 R0105A 1 2 Spring Top Cap 2 4 Spring Nut 3 2 Spring 4 2 Spring Bottom Cap 5 2 Spring Bracket Cover 6 2 Spring Bolt 7 1 Latch Plate 8 2 Latch Plate Screw 9 1 Warning Decal 10 2 Rear Platform Nut 11 1 Left Rear Endcap[...]

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    101 1 Console 102 1 Right Cup Holder (Top) 103 1 Right Cup Holder (Bottom) 104 1 Console Back 105 1 Accessory Door 106 1 Left Handgrip (Top) 107 1 Left Handgrip (Bottom) 108 1 Left Handrail 109 2 Latch Screw 110 1 Latch Assembly 111 1 Left Upright 112 4 U-Nut 113 4 5/16” x 1” Bolt 114 2 Upright Endcap 115 1 Right Handgrip (Top) 116 1 Right Hand[...]

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    6 5 4 2 3 2 1 61 60 52 74 73 146 63 62 64 33 66 33 16 69 68 71 16 70 65 33 16 16 72 67 25 7 13 9 1 1 15 16 18 12 22 19 13 14 15 16 20 24 23 29 28 31 30 34 36 37 25 34 27 27 30 31 29 28 8 17 21 14 12 35 26 26 38 33 33 32 105 10 10 48 47 51 50 49 40 46 41 42 43 39 44 45 58 59 45 46 145 53 52 52 52 54 56 52 55 57 5 4 2 3 2 1 45 147 148 150 EXPLODED DR[...]

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    131 93 1 17 1 16 120 108 1 15 106 33 1 13 1 13 1 12 107 33 1 12 84 33 81 100 98 99 82 33 33 80 76 78 77 76 102 101 75 33 97 33 33 33 103 33 33 33 33 52 79 79 33 33 33 33 33 33 105 104 1 18 121 1 14 93 1 17 1 14 1 19 1 1 1 126 126 125 130 45 126 125 126 125 124 128 1 18 129 132 133 132 133 137 138 143 144 142 127 136 135 134 126 134 135 136 121 96 9[...]

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    Part No. 221132 R0105A Printed in USA © 2005 ICON IP, Inc. HOW T O ORDER REPLACEMENT P ARTS To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-888-533-1333, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information: • The[...]