Sears TREADMILL 831.297940 manual

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    USER'S MANUAL SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 CAUTION Read all precautions and in- structions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. DO NOT AL TER Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Model No. 831.297940 Serial No. Serial Number Decal[...]

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    2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . .[...]

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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 one foot of clearance behind it. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air opening[...]

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    4 The decal shown below has been placed on your treadmill. If the decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a free replacement decal (see the back cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown. 21. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months. 22. Never insert any obje[...]

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    Handrail Console Storage Latch Key/Clip Circuit Breaker Upright Walking Belt Wheel Foot Rail Emergency Off Switch Power Cord Front Roller Adjustment Bolts Water Bottle Holder (Bottle not included) Accessory Tray RIGHT SIDE LEFT SIDE Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ¨ 730 SIGHTLINE treadmill. The 730 SIGHTLINE blends advanced techn[...]

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    SET -UP Setting up the treadmill requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until set-up is completed. Scissors (not included) are needed. 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the treadmill to the position shown at the right. 4. To protect the fl[...]

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    DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Pulse Sensor Speed Control Incline Control Clip Key Monitor Displays LED Track 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 while using the treadmill. When the key is removed from the console, the walking belt will[...]

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    Follow your progress with the LED track and the four displays. The LED TrackÑ The LED track represents a distance of 1/4 mile. As you ex- ercise, the indica- tors around the track will light one at a time until you have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin. DISTANCE/LAPS display ÑThis display shows the distance that you have walked and t[...]

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    OPERA TION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE TM , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW T[...]

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    HOW T O FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 65 pounds (30 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Grasp the storage handle with your right hand as shown. Caution: To avoid pinching your hands, do not hold the t[...]

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    HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the storage handle with your right hand as shown. Using your left thumb, slide open the storage latch and hold it open. Hold the left upright with your left hand and pivot the treadmill until the upright support is past the storage latch. 2. Hold the storage handle firmly with you right hand, and lower the[...]

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    12 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 [...]

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    c. If the walking belt slips when walked on , first re- move the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench, turn both front roller adjust- ment bolts clockwise 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep [...]

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    14 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program. For more detailed exercise informa- tion, obtain a 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 i[...]

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    P ART LISTÑModel No. 831.297940 R1297A Key No. Part No. Qty. Description 1 143089 1 Motor Hood 2 126996 16 Hood Screw/Spacer Screw 3 013576 26 Hood Support Screw 4 141081 1 Hood Support 5 131738 1 Storage Latch 6 141506 1 Emergency Off Switch 7 141001 1 Base 8 136728 29 Screw 9 139345 1 Circuit Board 10 137857 1 Controller 11 141366 1 Electronics [...]

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    EXPLODED DRA WINGÑModel No. 831.297940 R1297A 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 76 21 21 21 80 82 86 86 90 89 25 86 92 91 8 83 86 85 25 89 90 90 89 91 25 86 92 86 85 90 8 86 83 28 89 93 2 25 93 2 18 103 96 8 77 3 75 5 3 97 2 2 96 103 32 56 102* 43 88 84 95 20 101 8 98 100 65 25 103 103 86 86[...]

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    94 2 2 2 1 3 3 4 8 6 8 8 9 8 8 12 11 17 2 19 8 16 15 14 13 7 10 2 2 39 23 26 35 25 24 38 36 37 40 41* 33 25 44 45 27 42 34 3 31 87 19 8 25 27 28 25 81 8 80 23 8 19 24 26 38 79 38 70 71 72 73 78 25 25 64 74 72 72 74 72 71 70 67 65 99 46 3 66 46 46 47 25 51 49 49 50 53 52 49 54 49 45 55 59 59 55 45 57 29 8 48 46 61 60 8 62 22 20 8 19 69 68 64 58 30 8[...]

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    Part No. 141475 G03983BC R1297A Printed in USA © 1997 Sears, Roebuck and Co. The model number and serial number of your PROFORM ¨ 730 SIGHTLINE 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 special order whe[...]