Reebok VISTA 8500 RBTL09906.0 manual

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    Serial Number Decal Model No. RBTL09906.0 Serial No. CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If y ou have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTA[...]

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

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    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 described in this manual. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill on any su[...]

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    4 The decals shown here have been placed on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, call the toll-free tele- phone number on the front cover of this manual and order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. 2 1. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed. 22.[...]

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    5 T hank you for selecting the revolutionary REEBOK ® V ISTA 8500 treadmill. The VISTA 8500 treadmill offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercising, the unique VISTA 8500 tread mill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other trea[...]

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    1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the treadmill onto its left side as shown. Partially fold the Frame (58) so the treadmill is more sta- ble. Do not fully fold the treadmill until it is completely assembled. Attach two Base Pads (82) to the base of the Uprights (84) with two 1” Tek Scre[...]

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    7 2. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the treadmill onto its other side. Partially fold the F rame (58) so the treadmill is more stable. D o not fully fold the treadmill until it is com- p letely assembled. Attach two Base Pads (82) to the base of the Uprights (84) with two 1” Tek Screws (83) as shown. Insert the other Extension Le[...]

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    6. Attach the Latch Housing (73) to the left Upright (84) with two Screws (3); start both Screws and then tighten them. Note: Make sure that the large hole in the Latch Housing is on the indicated side. Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar and the spring are on the pin. (Note: If there are two collars, place one on each side of t[...]

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    9 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 22), follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the key is removed from the con- sole and that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated Screws (3) from the back of the C onsole Base (85). 2. Connect the wire on the receiv[...]

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    10 HOW TO CONNECT AN ANTENNA Indoor Antenna 1. Place a VHF antenna in the desired loca- tion. Connect the 300 ohm fl at wire from the antenna to a 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter. 2. Push the 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter onto the 75 ohm an- tenna terminal on the treadmill frame near the power cord. Outdoor Antenna Note: Outdoor antennas are subject to weath[...]

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    1 1 OPERA TION AND ADJUSTMENT T HE 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 C[...]

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    12 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effec- tive and e njoyab le. When the manual mode of the con- sole is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the touch of a button. As you ex- ercise, the console will display continuous exercise [...]

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    13 H OW TO TURN ON THE POWER Plug in the power cord (see page 11). Next, locate the reset /off circuit breaker near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset position. Next, stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 12) and attach the clip securely to the waistband [...]

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    14 The right display —This display will show the dis- t ance that you have walked or run, the speed of the w alking belt, the incline level of the treadmill, your pace (in minutes per mile), and the approximate num- bers of calories and fat calories you have burned (see FAT BURNING on page 28). This display will also show your heart rate when you[...]

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    15 H OW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 13. Select a preset program. To select a preset program, press the Program (PRGM.) button repeatedly until “P-1,” “P-2,” “P-3,” “P-4,” “P-5,” “P-6,” “P-7,” or “P-8” appears in the right display. When a preset progr[...]

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    16 F ollow your progress with the displays. See step 5 on pages 13 and 14. Measure your heart rate if desired. See step 6 on page 14. Turn on the fan if desired. See step 7 on page 14. When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console. When the program ends, make sure that the in- cline of the treadmill is at the lowest setting. Nex[...]

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    17 H OW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM During heart rate program 9, your heart rate will reach a pproximately 85% of your a ge-predicted maximum heart rate. (Note: Your age-predicted maximum heart rate is calculated by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your age-pre- dicted maximum heart rate is 190 beats per minute).[...]

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    18 If heart rate program 9 is selected, the target heart r ate setting for the first seg- ment will be shown in the f lashing Current Segment column of the matrix. The target heart rate settings for the next several segments will be shown in the columns to the right. When only three seconds remain in the first segment of t he progr am, both the Cur[...]

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    19 H OW TO CREATE A CUSTOM PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 13. Select a custom program. To select a custom program, press the Program (PRGM.) button repeatedly until “P-11” or “P-12” appears in the right display. If the custom program has not yet been defined, three columns of indicators will [...]

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    20 H OW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 13. Select a custom program. To select a custom program, press the Program (PRGM.) button repeatedly until “P-11” or “P-12” appears in the right display. When a custom program is selected, the m axi- mum speed setting of the program and t[...]

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    21 H OW TO OPERATE THE PERSONAL TELEVISION IMPORTANT: Before operating the television, you must connect an antenna, a 75 ohm CATV cable, or a VCR to the 75 ohm antenna terminal on the tread- m ill. See page 10 for instructions. Follow the steps below to operate the television. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 13[...]

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    22 Press the On/Off button again and add or delete channels. After all valid channels available in your area have been saved into the television’s memory (see step 5 below), you can manually add channels or delete unwanted channels. To add or delete a channel, first press the Channel buttons until the desired channel number appears on the screen.[...]

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    23 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 per- m anently 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. Hol[...]

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    24 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame down until the catch is past the latch pin. 2. Hold the metal frame firmly with both hands , and lower the treadmill to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, do not lowe[...]

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    25 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 the toll-free telephone number on the f ront cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged i[...]

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    Raise the Uprights (84) to the vertical position. Remove the three Hood Screws (7) from the Hood ( 41), and carefully pivot the Hood off. L ocate the Reed Switch (63) and the Magnet (46) on the left side of the Pulley (47). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switc[...]

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    27 PROBLEM: Television reception is poor S OLUTION: a . For the television to operate properly, good reception is necessary. If you are using an antenna, make sure that it is properly connected and adjusted for optimal reception. (See HOW TO CON- N ECT AN ANTENNA on page 10.) b. Check for the problems listed below and follow the applicable instruct[...]

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    28 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 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 [...]

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    29 SUGGESTED STRETCHES T he 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 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, the[...]

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    30 P ART LIST—Model No. RBTL09906.0 R1206A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Foot Rail Cover 2 6 3/4” Screw 3 51 Screw 4 1 Catch 5 10 Foot Rail Screw 6 2 Isolator 7 5 Hood Screw 8 4 Star Washer 9 2 Platform Bolt, Back 10 3 Platform Bolt, Front/Idler Pulley Bolt 11 4 Belt Guide Screw 12 2 Belt Guide 13 1 Left Handrail 14 1 Ri[...]

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    31 Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 97 1 Idler Pulley 98 1 Idler Pulley Washer 99 1 Idler Pulley Nut 100 1 Transformer 101 1 TV Cable 1 02 2 Cable Nut 103 1 Cable Star Washer 1 04 2 Frame Pivot Spacer 105 1 Console TV Cable # 1 12” Blue Wire, 2F # 1 4” Red Wire, M/F # 1 8” Green Wire, F/Ring # 1 8” Blue Wire, M/F # 1 User?[...]

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    16 9 12 1 1 15 10 46 47 10 49 48 9 58 51 53 50 52 3 54 33 57 50 53 17 12 15 55 70 70 1 1 69 3 3 3 3 1 1 6 6 4 3 70 70 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 90 90 95 95 5 91 91 3 50 50 50 50 EXPLODED DRA WING A—Model No. RBTL09906.0 R1206A 32[...]

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    2 59 2 2 2 2 41 3 38 40 7 7 7 33 36 62 39 92 92 92 33 100 27 26 24 45 32 43 42 60 63 30 19 22 3 2 97 10 98 99 25 32 23 104 104 33 EXPLODED DRA WING B—Model No. RBTL09906.0 R1206A[...]

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    84 73 77 82 83 82 83 68 68 72 87 86 88 80 82 83 29 29 67 65 65 31 56 3 44 3 44 31 56 8 8 64 64 8 64 8 21 64 20 94 83 89 81 78 82 83 80 67 89 81 78 94 83 77 3 87 102 101 103 101 61 34 EXPLODED DRA WING C—Model No. RBTL09906.0 R1206A[...]

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    3 76 79 75 33 74 71 37 35 35 3 3 14 13 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 34 3 3 3 85 61 66 93 3 7 105 35 EXPLODED DRA WING D—Model No. RBTL09906.0 R1206A[...]

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    Part No. 248483 R1206A Printed in USA © 2006 ICON IP, Inc. ORDERING REPLACEMENT P ARTS T o order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to pro- vide the following information when contacting us: • the MODEL NUMBER of the product (RBTL09906.0) • the NAME of the product (REEBOK VISTA 8500[...]