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Reebok Fitness RBTL14600 User's Manual

1. CALS FAT CALSO To exit the information mode remove the key from the console HOVV TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOVV TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill adiust 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 your back straight As you raise the treadmill make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back Raise the treadmill about halfvvay to the vertical position 2 Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly Hold the lock knob with your left hand and pull it to the side Raise the treadmill until the lock knob is aligned with the catch Slowly release the lock knob Make sure that the pin on the lock knob is in side of the catch To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight Do not leave the treadmill in the stor age position in temperatures above 85 Fahrenheit HOVV TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill convert the treadmill to the stor age position as described above Make sure that the pin on the lock knob is insi
2. See step 7 on page 12 When the program is completed remove the key See step 7 on page 14 HOVV TO CREATE CUSTOM PROGRAMS Custom programs 1 and 2 are vvorkout programs that you create The programs control both the speed and incline of the treadmill and can be up to 40 minutes long The programs are stored in memory and can be changed as many times as desired Follovv the steps belovv to create a custom program 1 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 A Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 E Enter your vveight if desired If you have not entered your weight see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 10 El Select custom program 1 or 2 VVhen the key is inserted the manual mode will be selected To select a cus tom program press the MODE button repeatedly until the custom 1 or 2 in dicator lights 000000000 000000000 000000000 3 4 1 2 1 2 Press the START button or the SPEED button to start the program A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails and begin walking Press the LEARN button and program the desired speed and incline settings When the LEARN button is pressed the LEARN in dictor will light Speed and incline settings can be programmed only when the indicator is lit Each program is divided into one minute periods One speed setting and one incline setting can be
3. 577 118x075 S Patent Pending Model No RBTL14600 USER S MANUAL Serial No Write the serial number in the space above for future reference Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS If you have questions or if there are missing or damaged parts we will guarantee complete sat isfaction through direct assis tance from our factory TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DE LAYS PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE The trained techni cians on our Customer Hot Line will provide immediate assis tance free of charge to you CUSTOMER HOT LINE 1 800 999 3756 Mon Fri 6 a m 6 p m MST 44 CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc tions in this manual before using this equipment Save this man ual for future reference gt new products prizes fitness tips and much more XII www workoutwarehouse com UNIVERSITY TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ooo 2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN corais ware daria die dates dA Aire id 4 ASSEMBLY ef viv seen de ook a A tied bite Wet hina fee HA Bal 5 HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR 6 TREADMILL OPERATION bedi whereby 7 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL 0 0 24 TROUBLESHOOTING sanie a OOS axma Go O a eae a SA as pd 26 REEBOK UNIVERSITY az ia ets gee pee dete SS E eee a ey s A 29 EXERC
4. PART LIST MODEL NO RBTL14600 R1201A Note To identify the parts listed below refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual Key No Qty Description Foot Rail Insert Right Foot Rail Audio Wire Isolator Latch Catch Platform Walking Platform Screw Walking Belt Frame Pivot Bolt Frame Pivot Washer Front Wheel Pulley Magnet Front Roller Nut Front Wheel Nut Spacer Insert Frame Pivot Spacer Reed Switch Clip Reed Switch Lift Frame Clips Pulse Receiver Wire Left Foot Rail Endcap Motor Belt Pulse Receiver Motor Reading Rack Screw Hood Bracket Ground Wire Motor Tension Washer Lift Motor Nut Pivot Nut Lift Motor Bolt Motor Bolt Outlet Bracket Plastic Stand Off Power Supply Power Supply Bracket Controller Controller Bracket Motor Hood Hood Screw Motor Belly Pan Belt Guide Screw Plastic Fastener Frame Belly Pan 12 Audio Wire Ground Screw Rear Foot Isolator Washer Isolator Nut 34 Key No Qty NOA tp To an dh Q A do do Ny A AN pa co Description Heart Rate Strap Roller Adi VVasher Rear Roller Adiustment Bolt Rear Endcap Frame Allen VVrench Rear Platform Screvv Rear Roller Idler Assembly Tension Bolt Tension Washer Foam Grip left Idler Arm Idler Spring Upright Console Screw Lock Knob Lock Knob Sleeve Lock Knob Spring Lock Pin Coll
5. Collingwood T et al Health Promotion for Educators Impact on Health Behaviors Satisfaction and General Well Being American Journal of Public Health 1984 74 147 49 9 Cramer S Nieman D et al The effects of moderate exercise training on psychological well being and mood state in women Journal of Psychosomatic Research 1991 35 4 5 437 49 10 Carroll J Pollack M et al Incidence of injury during moder ate and high intensity walking in the elderly Journal of Gerontology 1992 47 3 M61 6 30 EXERCISE GUIDELINES A WARNING serore beginning any exercise program consult your physi cian This is especially important for individu als over the age of 35 or individuals with pre existing health problems The heart rate monitor is not a medical de vice Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings The heart rate monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in deter mining heart rate trends in general The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex ercise program For more detailed information about exercise obtain a book or consult your physician EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or strengthen your car diovascular system the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity The proper intensity level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide For effective exercise your heart rate should be m
6. If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack see instruction A below 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 LINE OUT jack on your stereo Audio Adapter B 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 an RCA Y adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that is currently plugged into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo and plug the wire into the unused side of the RCA Y adapter Plug the RCA Y adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo Cable Adapter Wire removed from LINE OUT jack HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note If your computer has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction A If your computer has only a PHONES jack 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 LINE OUT jack on your computer Qe B 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 a 3 5mm Y adapter available at el
7. programmed for each period The speed setting for 16 the first period is shown in the flashing CURRENT PERIOD col umn of the LED matrix The incline settings are not shown in the matrix To program speed and incline settings for the first period simply adjust the speed and in cline of the treadmill to the desired levels with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons Every few times the SPEED buttons are pressed one additional indica tor will light or darken in the CURRENT PERIOD column CURRENT PERIOD 000000000000 1 2 1 2 y AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM When the first one minute period of the program is completed a series of tones will sound and the cur rent speed and incline settings will be stored in memory All speed settings shown in the LED matrix will then move one column to the left and the speed setting for the second period will be shown in the flashing CURRENT PERIOD column Program speed and incline settings for the second period as described above Repeat this procedure until you have programmed speed and incline settings for as many periods as desired Programs can have up to forty periods Note To stop the program for a moment press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the pro gram press the START or SPEED button Press the STOP button remove the key and then reinsert the key When you have programmed speed and incline settings for as man
8. Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter PHONES 75 4 3 5mm Audio Y adapter Headphones HOVV TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO Note If your stereo has an RCA type AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If your stereo has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction B If your stereo has only a PHONES jack see instruction C 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 an AUDIO OUT jack on your stereo AUDIO OUT Audio Adapter 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 LINE OUT jack on your stereo 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 a 3 5mm Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your stereo Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter Audio Cable 3 Y adapter mE Headphones 18 HOVV TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note
9. START button or the SPEED button To end the program press the STOP button remove the key and then rein sert the key Follow your progress with the LED displays Refer to step 7 on page 12 When the program is completed remove the key See step 7 on page 14 HOVV TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER To use iFIT com CD s the treadmill must be con nected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo or computer vvith CD player See pages 18 and 19 for connecting instructions To use iFIT com videocassettes the treadmill must be connected to your VCR See page 20 for connecting instructions To use iFIT com programs directly from our internet site the treadmill must be connected to your home computer See page 19 for connecting instructions HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE CD PLAYER Note If your CD player has separate LINE OUT and PHONES jacks see instruction A below If your CD player has only one jack 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 LINE OUT jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the PHONES jack phones 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 a 3 5mm Y adapter available at electronics stores
10. alcohol abrasives or chemicals The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE SHOOTING The instructions on the following pages explain how the heart rate monitor is used with the console If the heart rate monitor does not function properly try the steps below Make sure that the heart rate monitor is under your clothing tight against your skin and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable The logo on the sensor unit must be facing forward and be right side up Note If the heart rate monitor does not function when positioned as described try moving it slightly lower or higher on your chest Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution to wet the two electrode areas on the sensor unit f heart rate readings do not appear until you begin perspiring re wet the electrode areas As you walk or run on the treadmill position your self near the center of the vvalking belt For the console to display heart rate readings the user must be within arm s length of the console The heart rate monitor is designed to work with people who have normal heart rhythms Heart rate reading problems may be caused by medical conditions such as premature ventricular contrac tions pvcs tachycardia bursts and arrhythmia The operation of the heart rate monitor can be affected by magnetic interference caused by high power lines or other sources f it is suspected that thi
11. and that the TIME display is not flashing If the TIME display is flashing press the START button or the SPEED button on the console 21 e adjust the volume of your CD player or VCR If the volume is too high or too low the console may not detect the program signals e make sure that the audio cable is properly connected that it is fully plugged in and that it is not wrapped around a power cord e if you are using your portable CD player and the CD skips set the CD player on the floor or another flat surface instead of on the console 6 Follovv your progress vvith the LED displays See step 7 on page 12 When the program is completed remove the key See step 7 on page 14 CAUTION Always remove iFIT com CD s and videocassettes from your CD player or VCR when you are finished using them HOVV TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR INTERNET SITE Our Web site at www iFIT com allows you to access basic programs audio programs and video programs directly from the internet Additional options are soon to be available See vvvvvv iFTT com for details To use programs from our internet site the treadmill must be connected to your home computer See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 19 In addition you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider A list of specific system requirements will be found on our internet site Follow the steps below to use a program from our inter net site
12. the Uprights 65 until the treadmill is in the position shown 2 Press the Lock Knob Sleeve 68 into the left Upright 65 If necessary use a rubber mallet to tap the Lock Knob Sleeve into the Upright Remove the Lock Knob 67 from the Lock Pin 72 Make sure that the Lock Pin Collar 70 and the Spring 69 are on the Lock Pin Note If there are two Lock Pin Collars place them on each side of the Spring Insert the Lock Pin into the left Upright 65 and tighten the Lock Knob onto the Lock Pin 3 Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill Keep the included allen wrench in a secure place The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt see pages 26 and 27 To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR HOVV TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR The heart rate monitor consists of two components the chest strap and the sensor unit see the drawing below Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap through the hole in one end of the sensor unit Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest strap The tab should be almost flush with the front of the sensor unit Buckle VJ T Sensor Unit ab Next wrap the heart rate moni tor around your chest and attach the other end of the chest strap to the sen sor unit Adjust the length of the chest strap if necessary The heart rate moni tor sho
13. the console the walking belt will stop e The treadmill is capable of high speeds adjust the speed in small increments e To reduce the risk of electric shock keep the console dry Avoid spilling liquid on the console and use only a sealable water bottle HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER Make sure that the on off switch located on the front of the treadmill is in the on position Next make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in see page 7 Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill Find the clip attached to the key see the drawing on page 8 and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes Next insert the key fully into the console After a moment var ious displays and indicators will light Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward until the key is pulled from the console If the key is not pulled from the console reposition the clip on your waistband as needed Then re insert the key fully into the console To use the manual mode of the console follow the steps beginning on page 11 To use a fat burn pro gram or an aerobic program see page 13 To use a pulse program see page 14 To create and use a custom program see pages 16 and 17 To use an iFIT com CD or video program refer to page 20 To use an iFIT com program directly from our internet site see page 22 10 HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION Each time the power is turned on the USER 1 indicator wi
14. the matrix 17 7 When only three seconds remain in the first period of the program both the CURRENT PERIOD col umn and the column to the right will flash and a series of tones will sound All speed settings will then move one column to the left The speed set ting for the second period will then be shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column and the speed and incline of the treadmill will adjust to the sec ond settings that you programmed previously The program will continue in this way until the speed setting for the last period is shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column and the TIME display counts down to zero The walking belt will then slow to a stop During the program the speed and incline settings for the current period can be adjusted with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons Adjustments will not be stored in memory To reprogram speed and incline settings press the LEARN button The LEARN indicator will light Speed and incline set tings can be reprogrammed only when the in dicator is lit Next adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill with the SPEED and INCLINE but tons When the current period of the program is completed the new speed and incline settings will be stored in memory When you have repro grammed speed and incline settings for as many periods as desired press the LEARN button again To stop the program temporarily press the STOP button The TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the
15. to give the following information The MODEL NUMBER of the product RBTL14600 e The NAME of the product REEBOK RBX 5758 treadmill e The SERIAL NUMBER of the product see the front cover of this manual e The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part s see the PART LIST on page 34 35 R1201A EXPLODED DRAWING Model No RBTL14600 IVANVIA S 43SN ay jo ge pue pe sabed uo 1511 LHYd 9U 511 uo UMOUS sped y muapi OL EXPLODED DRAWING Model No RBTL14600 R1201A LIMITED VVARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED The entire REEBOK RBX 5758 Product is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship WHO IS COVERED The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser HOW LONG IS IT COVERED ICON Health amp Fitness Inc ICON warrants the motor for ten years after the date of purchase The belt and deck are covered for two years after the date of purchase All mechanical components are covered for two years after the date of purchase All electrical components are covered for two years after the date of purchase Labor is covered for one year WHAT WE DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTS We will ship to you without charge any replacement part or com ponent providing the repairs are authorized by ICON first and are performed by an ICON trained and authorized service provider or a
16. turn on a Make sure that the povver cord is plugged into a surge suppressor and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet see page 7 Use only a single outlet surge suppres sor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps Important The treadmill is not compatible with GFCl equipped outlets b After the power cord has been plugged in make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console c Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill near the power cord If the switch protrudes as shown the circuit breaker has tripped To reset the Tripped circuit breaker vvait for five minutes and then press the svvitch back in d Check the on off svvitch located on the treadmill near the povver cord The svvitch must be in the on On position Position The povver turns off during use a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill near the power cord see c above If the circuit breaker has tripped wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in b Make sure that the power cord is plugged in c Remove the key from the console Reinsert the key fully into the console d Make sure that the on off switch is in the on position see d a
17. within a target range during your workouts You can even create your own custom workout pro grams and store them in memory for future use The console also features new iFIT com interactive technology IFIT com technology is like having a per sonal trainer right in your home Using the included audio cable you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo portable stereo or computer and play special iF T com CD programs CD s are available sep arately IFIT com CD programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal trainer guides you through every step of your workout High energy music provides added motivation Each CD features two programs designed by certified per sonal trainers In addition you can connect the treadmill to your VCR and TV and play iFIT com video programs videocas settes are available separately Video programs offer the same benefits as iFIT com CD programs but add the excitement of working out with a class and an instructor the hottest new trend at health clubs With the treadmill connected to your computer you can also go to our Web site at www iFIT com and ac cess basic programs audio programs and video pro grams directly from the internet Additional options are soon to be available See www iFIT com for details To purchase iFIT com CD s or videocassettes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Refer to the drawi
18. 1 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 A Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 3 Select the iFIT com mode When the key is in serted the manual mode will be selected To use an iFIT com CD or video program press the MODE button re peatedly until the iFIT com indicator lights The letters I FIT and one moving indicator will appear in the LED matrix Go to your computer and start an internet connection Start your web browser if necessary and go to our internet site at www iFIT com Follovv the desired links on our internet site to select a program Read and follovv the on line instructions for using a program 7 Follow the on line instructions to start the program When you start the program an on screen count down will begin Return to the treadmill and stand on the foot rails Find the clip attached to the key and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing When the on screen countdown ends the program will begin and the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails step onto the walking belt and begin walking During the program an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the speed and or incline of the treadmill is about to change CAUTION Always listen for the chirp and be prepared for speed and or incline changes If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low you can manually override the s
19. FIT COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT com CD s or videocassettes the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo computer with CD player or VCR See HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER on page 18 Note To purchase iFIT com CD s or videocas settes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 Follow the steps below to use an iFIT com CD or video program 1 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 2 Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 E Select the iFIT com mode VVhen the key is in serted the manual mode vvill be selected To use an iFIT com CD or video program press the MODE button re peatediy until the FIT com indicator lights The let ters I FIT and one moving indicator will appear in the LED matrix DOOOOOOOO DOOOOOOO DOOOOOOO 2 3 4 4 2 1 2 AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM oo oo oo El Insert the iFIT com CD or videocassette If you are using an iFIT com CD insert the CD into your CD player If you are using an iFIT com video cassette insert the videocassette into your VCR Press the PLAY button on your CD player or VCR A moment after the button is pressed your personal trainer will begin guiding you through your workout Simply follow your personal trainer s instructions Note If the TIME display is flashing press the START button or the SPEED button on the con sole The trea
20. ISE GUIDELINES ceru cerror eiae ie ee ee de ee nde er ed sae eee 31 PART LIST iri ia bese ates cain east ee eee og ee 34 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS 35 EIMITED WARRANTY osa a ad la Ante Mat s d s Back Cover Note An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS A WARNING 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 Use the treadmill only as described Place the treadmill on a level surface with eight feet of clearance behind it Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air openings To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill indoors away from mois ture and dust Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio or near water Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time Wea
21. When a workout program is selected the matrix will show the upcoming speed settings or target heart rate settings of the program MODE Button This button is used to select the manual mode vvorkout programs and the iFit com mode START Button This button starts the walking belt LEARN Button This button is used to program speed and incline settings for custom programs STOP Button This button stops the walking belt When the button is pressed the LED displays will pause and the TIME display will flash Key with Clip The key turns the console on and off The attached clip is designed to be worn on your waistband If the key is pulled from the console the power will automatically turn off INCLINE Buttons These buttons control the incline of the treadmill Each time a button is pressed the incline will change by 0 5 The incline range is 0 to 10 INCLINE Display T his display shows the incline level of the treadmill The first indicator will light when the incline is at 1 5 the second indicator will light when the incline is at 2 or 2 5 the third in dicator will light when the incline is at 3 or 3 5 and so forth A CAUTION serore operating the console read the following precautions e Do not stand on the walking belt when turn ing on the power or starting the walking belt Always wear the clip see M on page 8 while operating the treadmill If the key is pulled from
22. aintained at a level between 65 and 85 of your maximum heart rate as you exercise This is known as your training zone You can find your training zone in the table below Training zones are listed ac cording to age and physical condition Training Zone Beats Min Unconditioned Conditioned 138 167 136 166 135 164 134 162 132 161 131 159 129 156 127 155 126 153 125 151 123 150 122 147 120 146 133 162 132 160 130 158 129 156 127 155 125 153 124 150 122 149 121 147 119 145 118 144 117 142 115 140 31 Burning Fat To burn fat you must exercise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of time During the first few minutes of exercise your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy If your goal is to burn fat adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the low end of your training zone as you exercise Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near th
23. ar Pin Clip Lock Pin Incline Pivot Bolt Metal Motor Washer Console Screw long Wheel Spacer Front Wheel Wheel Bolt Pulley Nut Console Base Top Console Key Clip Right Pad Left Foot Rail Upright Wire Harness Shock Upright Endcap Left Pad Right Foot Rail Endcap Latch Warning Decal Incline Motor 12 Wire Harness Incline Motor Spacer Tie Holder Screw Tie Holder Tie 8 Cable Tie Bumper Bumper Screw Base Screw On Off Switch Key No Qty Description Key No Qiy Description 101 1 Circuit Breaker 116 1 Foam Grip right 102 1 Power Cord 117 1 Console Base bottom 103 1 Power Cord Grommet 118 1 Latch Assembly 104 2 Warning Decal 119 1 Reed Switch Bracket 105 1 Heart Rate Sensor 1 14 White Wire 2 F 106 1 Jack 1 4 White Wire M F 107 1 FIT com Audio Cable 1 8 Blue Wire M F 108 8 Console Base Screw 1 8 Blue Wire 2 F 109 2 Pulley Washer 1 4 Black Wire 2 F 110 1 Idler Pulley 1 8 Green Wire 2 Ring 111 1 Pulley Spacer 1 20 Wire Harness 112 2 Outlet Bracket Star Washer 1 User s Manual 113 2 Static Decal 114 1 Audio Wire Nut Includes all parts shown in the box 115 1 Idler Pulley Bolt These parts are not illustrated HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts 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 To help us assist you please be prepared
24. bove e If the treadmill still will not run please call our Customer Service Department toll free The walking belt slows when walked on a Use only an appropriate surge suppressor see a near the top of this page b If the walking belt is overtightened treadmill perfor mance may decrease and the walking belt may be come damaged Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POVVER CORD Using the allen vvrench turn both rear roller adiustment bolts counterclockvvise 1 4 of a turn VVhen the vvalking belt is properly tightened you should be able to lift each side of the vvalking belt 3 to 4 inches off the vvalking platform Be careful to keep the vvalking belt centered Plug in the povver cord in sert the key and run the treadmill for a fevv minutes Rear Roller Bolts Repeat until the vvalking belt is properly tightened c If the walking belt still slows when walked on please call our Customer Service Department toll free 26 PROBLEM The walking belt is off center or slips when walked on SOLUTION a If the walking belt has shifted to the left first re move the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1 2 of a turn Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt If the walking belt has shifted to the right turn the left rear roller bolt counterclockwise 1 2 of a turn Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walkin
25. cardiovascular disease Duncan and his colleagues concluded that exercise does not have to be vigorous to reduce cardiovascular risk factors In other words people who choose to stroll rather than walk briskly can reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease After studying the physical activity patterns of 17 000 Harvard alumni over a 20 year period Paffenbarger and his colleagues concluded that walking as little as five city blocks per day can reduce the risk of cardio vascular disease and walking 2 miles per day can reduce the risk of a heart attack by 28 or more Therefore while walking at a fast pace will improve aerobic fitness walking at any speed slow or fast can reduce a person s risk for heart disease WALKING AND WEIGHT REDUCTION Walking is an excellent activity for burning calories The steeper the incline and or the faster the speed the more calories are burned For example a 150 pound person walking at 3 5 miles per hour on flat ground will burn about 300 calories per hour This same person will burn 400 calories per hour on a gentle 4 incline and 500 calories per hour on a steeper 10 incline If this person speeds the pace up to 4 miles per hour on level ground 350 calories will be burned in one hour 5 It should be noted that participants who do not wish to walk at faster speeds can burn a comparable number of calories by walking for longer periods of time WALKING AND BONE DENSITY Osteoporosis is a maj
26. dditional questions please call our Customer Service Department toll free Handrail Upright Lock Knob Walking Belt Rear Roller Adjustment Bolt at 1 800 999 3756 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number of the treadmill is RBTL14600 The serial num ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see the front cover of this manual for the location Before reading further please familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled in the drawing below Console Reading Rack Water Bottle Holder Bottle not included On Off Switch Circuit Breaker Power Cord 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 A rubber mallet may be needed for assembly 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 a normal condition and does not affect treadmill performance f there is lubricant on top of the walking belt simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cleaner 1 With the help of a second person carefully raise
27. de of the catch 1 Hold the handrails as shovvn and place one foot against the hood only in the location shown Do not hold or push on the book holder or it may be damaged 2 Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels Carefully move the treadmill to the desired loca tion Never move the treadmill without tipping it back To reduce the risk of injury use extreme caution while moving the treadmill Do not move the treadmill over an uneven surface 3 Place one foot on the base and carefully lower the tread mill until it is resting on the base 24 HOVV TO LOVVER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1 Hold the upper end of the treadmill vvith your right hand as shovvn Hold the lock knob vvith your left hand and pull it to the side Pivot the treadmill dovvn a fevv inches 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor Do not drop the treadmill frame to the floor To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight 25 TROUBLE SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by follovving the steps belovv 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 PROBLEM SOLUTION PROBLEM SOLUTION PROBLEM SOLUTION The povver does not
28. dmill will not respond to a CD or video program when the TIME display is flashing During the CD or video program an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the speed and or incline of the treadmill is about to change CAUTION Always listen for the chirp and be prepared for speed and or incline changes In some instances the speed and or incline may change before the personal trainer describes the change 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 STOP button on the console The TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button After a moment the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph When the next chirp is heard the speed and incline will change to the next set tings of the CD or video program When the CD or video program is completed the walking belt will stop and the TIME display will begin to flash Note To use another CD or video program press the STOP button or remove the key and go to step 1 on page 20 Note If the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a chirp is heard e make sure that the iFIT com indicator is lit
29. e middle of your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include the following three impor tant parts A Warm up Warming up prepares the body for exer cise by increasing circulation delivering more oxygen to the muscles and raising the body temperature Begin each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise to warm up Training Zone Exercise After warming up increase the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is in your training zone for 20 to 60 minutes During the first few weeks of your exercise program do not keep your heart rate in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes Breathe regularly and deeply as you exer cise never hold your breath A cool down Finish each workout with 5 to 10 min utes of stretching to cool down This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post exercise problems Exercise Frequency To maintain or improve your condition complete three workouts each week with at least one day of rest be tween workouts After a few months you may com plete up to five workouts each week if desired The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shovvn at the right Move slovvly as you stretch never bounce 1 Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips All
30. ect pulse program 1 or 2 press the MODE button repeatedly until the pulse program 1 or 2 indicator lights The first thirteen target heart rate settings of the program you have selected will appear in the LED matrix Press the START button or the SPEED button to start the program A moment after the button is pressed the treadmill will automatically adjust to the first speed and in cline settings for the program Hold the handrails and begin walking Pulse pro grams 1 and 2 consist of twenty three one minute periods One target heart rate setting is programmed for each period The target heart rate setting for the first pe riod will be shown in the flashing CURRENT PE RIOD column of the LED matrix The target heart rate settings for the next twelve periods will be shown in the twelve columns to the right CURRENT PERIOD 00000000 00000000 00000000 o o o o o o o 4 QOOOOOOO U 2 M12 3 4 1 2 MANUAL FATBURN AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM When only three seconds remain in the first period of the program both the CURRENT PERIOD col umn and the column to the right will flash and a series of tones will sound All target heart rate settings will then move one column to the left The target heart rate setting for the second period will then be shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column As the program progresses the speed and or incline of the treadmill will change auto
31. ectronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your computer Plug your headphones or speakers into the other side of the Y adapter 66 Headphones Speakers 19 HOVV 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 CON NECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 19 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 AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR Audio Adapter 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 an RCA adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that is currently plugged into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR and plug the wire into the unused side of the RCA adapter Plug the RCA adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR RCA Adapter Audio Cable Adapter cr Wire removed from AUDIO OUT jack 20 HOW TO USE I
32. ess For example subjects who engaged in a regular aerobic conditioning program and who altered their diets experienced significant gains in self concept feelings of well being and reduced depression Cramer and his colleagues specifically examined the effect of brisk walking on mildly obese sedentary women and found that walking improved general psy chological well being Walking therefore appears to be an effective tool for improving psychological well being WALKING AND INJURIES Walking is often associated with a low injury rate Walking is considered to be a low impact activity be cause one foot remains in contact with the ground at all times Walking at speeds of 3 miles per hour pro duces vertical impact forces that are around 1 25 times body weight whereas running at 7 miles per hour in creases vertical impact forces to more than 2 5 times body weight During a 24 week study not one of 59 participants who walked five days a week at speeds between 3 and 5 miles per hour sustained a walking related injury that necessitated consulting with a physician Carroll and his colleagues reported that 14 of the elderly sub jects participating in a walking study suffered training related orthopedic injuries mostly to the lower leg and foot The majority of injuries occurred in the group as signed to fast walking It is important to note that all forms of exercise have some degree of risk associated with the activit
33. ettings 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 program To stop the walking belt at any time press the STOP button on the console The TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button After a moment the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph When the next chirp is heard the speed and incline will change to the next set tings of the program When the program is completed the walking belt will stop and the TIME display will begin to flash Note To use another program press the STOP button and go to step 6 Note If the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a chirp is heard make sure that the iFIT com indicator is lit and that the TIME display is not flashing In addition make sure that the audio cable is properly con nected that it is fully plugged in and that it is not wrapped around a power cord Follow your progress with the LED displays See step 7 on page 12 When the program is completed remove the key See step 7 on page 14 THE INFORMATION MODE DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total number of miles that the vvalking belt has moved The information mode also allovvs you to svvi
34. g belt is centered b If the walking belt slips when walked on first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn both rear roller bolts clockwise 1 4 of a turn When the walking belt is correctly tight ened you should be able to lift each side of the walk ing belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform Be careful to keep the walking belt centered Plug in the power cord insert the key and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened PROBLEM The Speed Minutes Mile display on the console does not function properly SOLUTION a Remove the key from the console and unplug the power cord Remove the screws from the hood and carefully remove the hood Locate the Reed Switch 17 and the Magnet 12 on the left side of the Pulley 11 Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch Make sure that the gap between 26 o the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1 8 If 17 necessary loosen the Reed Switch Screw 26 and move the Reed Switch slightly Retighten the Screw Re attach the hood and run the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading a Top View 1 11 12 18 lt PROBLEM Bubbles form in the walking belt SOLUTION a Due to variations in humidity and temperature there is a possibility that bubbles may form in the walking belt Alt
35. he outside of the carton and insure the product Include a letter explaining the product or problem and a copy of your proof of purchase if you believe the service is covered by war ranty ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss loss of property loss of revenues or profits loss of enjoyment or use costs of removal installation or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you No one is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state ICON HEALTH amp FITNESS INC 1500 S 1000 W LOGAN UT 84321 9813 Part No 179092 R1201A Printed in USA 2001 ICON Health amp Fitness Inc
36. hough the bubbles will disappear with time you may unplug the power cord carefully insert a needle into the bubbles a and push the air out of the bubbles b 27 PROBLEM The heart rate monitor does not function properly SOLUTION a If the heart rate monitor does not function properly see HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE SHOOTING on page 6 b If the heart rate monitor still does not function properly the battery should be changed To replace the battery locate the battery cover on the back of the sensor unit Insert a coin into the slot in the cover and turn the cover counterclockwise to the open position Remove a Battery Cover the cover Remove the old battery from the sensor unit Insert a new CR 2032 B battery making sure that the writing is on top In addition make sure Y that the rubber gasket is in place in the sensor unit Replace the bat SZ tery cover and turn it to the closed position Battery 28 REEBOK UNIVERSITY Reebok University was launched in 1993 to fulfill a vision to establish a university without walls that develops quality researched state of the art fitness programming for the fitness industry throughout the world Working with the world s best professionals Reebok University has created a host of original programs such as Step Reebok Walk Reebok Slide Reebok and Reebok City Jam The industry has adopted Reebok programming as the gold standard Our guide
37. ill as desired by pressing the INCLINE buttons Note After the INCLINE but tons are pressed it will take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting Follow your progress with the LED track and the LED displays The LED Track The LED track rep resents a dis tance of 1 4 mile As you exercise the indicators around the track will light one at a time until you have com pleted 1 4 mile A new lap will then begin x0 0000000 00000000 00000000 4000000096 00000000 2 3 412 12 AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM 3 MANUAL FAT BUI CALS FAT CALS display This display shows the approximate numbers of calories and fat calories you have burned see FAT BURN ING on page 31 Every seven seconds the display will change from one number to the other O CALS FAT CALSO PULSE display This display shows your heart rate when the heart rate monitor is worn CALS FAT CALSO SPEED PACE display This display shovvs the speed of the vvalking belt and your current pace pace is measured in min utes per mile The dis play will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds Note VVhen either of the SPEED buttons is pressed the display vvill shovv the speed setting 12 How to select miles per hour or kilometers per hour Speed can be dis played in either miles per hour mph or k
38. ilometers per hour kph To change the unit of measurement first hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console The SPEED PACE display will show either an E for English miles or an M for metric kilometers Press the SPEED button to change the unit of measure ment Then remove and reinsert the key DISTANCE LAPS display This display shows the distance that the walking belt has moved and the number of laps you have com pleted one lap equals 1 4 mile The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds O DISTANCE LAPS Q Note If the speed is displayed in miles per hour the distance will be displayed in miles if the speed is displayed in kilometers per hour the distance will be displayed in kilometers TIME display This display shows the total time that the walking belt has been moving Note When a workout pro gram is selected this display will show the time remaining in the program O DISTANCE LAPSQ When you are finished exercising stop the walking belt and remove the key Step onto the foot rails press the STOP button and change the incline of the treadmill to the lowest setting The incline must be at the low est setting when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be dam aged Next remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place Finally move the on
39. le to safely lift 45 pounds 20 kg in order to raise lower or move the treadmill 22 When folding or moving the treadmill make sure that the storage latch is fully closed 23 Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months 24 Never drop or insert any object into any open ing 25 DANGER Always unplug the power cord immediately after use before cleaning the treadmill and before performing the main tenance and adjustment procedures de scribed in this manual Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only 26 This treadmill is intended for in home use only Do not use this treadmill in any commer cial rental or institutional setting A WARNING Before beginning this or any exercise program consult your physician This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre existing health problems Read all instructions before using ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The decals shown have been placed on the treadmill If a decal is missing or if it is not legible please call our Customer Service Department toll free to order a free replace ment decal see HOW TO ORDER REPLACE MENT PARTS on page 35 of
40. lines and terminology are used by fitness profes sionals and participants around the world and our exceptional programming has been approved in the United States by AFAA and ACE for continuing educa tion credits WALKING AND CARDIORESPIRATORY ENDURANCE Scientific studies confirm that walking at a moderate to brisk pace can enhance aerobic fitness Rippe and his col leagues found that of 500 subjects tested 67 of the men and 90 of the women were able to reach their target heart rates by walking 4 per hour Pollock and his colleagues found that middle aged men who walked at a pace of 3 5 to 4 5 miles per hour for 40 minutes four times per week had the same car diovascular improvements as men the same age who jogged for 30 minutes three times per week Although the intensity of exercise was lower for the walkers than the runners the increased duration and frequency of walking provided the walkers with similar aerobic ben efits as the runners On the basis of current research it seems clear that walking at a moderate to brisk pace can be an excel lent aerobic activity WALKING AND REDUCED RISK FOR CARDIOVAS CULAR DISEASE Several studies have found that regular walking at any speed can increase HDL C cholesterol a high density lipoprotein which removes excess cholesterol from the body and can lower concentrations of blood triglyc erides a storage form of fat thus reducing the risk for
41. ll begin to flash The console allows up to three different users to enter their weight their age and a maximum heart rate setting into the console If you enter your weight into the console the CALS FAT CALS display will be more accurate If you want to use a pulse program you must enter your age and a maximum heart rate setting If you want to enter your weight your age or a maxi mum heart rate setting follow the instructions below Press the USER button Press the USER button to designate yourself as user 1 The USER 1 indicator will remain lit without flashing Note To designate yourself as user 2 or user 3 press the USER button repeat edly IMPORTANT Each time you use the tread mill make sure that the correct user is selected Enter your weight if desired The current weight set ting will be shown in the CALS FAT CALS display Press the or button to enter your weight Each button press will change the weight setting by 1 pound if a button is held down the weight setting will change in increments of 5 pounds When your weight is shown press the ENTER button Note Once your weight is entered it will be saved in memory even when the power cord is unplugged O CALS FAT CALSO Ej Enter your age if desired The current age setting will be shown in the PULSE display Press q the or button to enter o your age Each button press will change the age setting by 1 year if a butt
42. matically to keep your heart rate near the heart rate setting shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column The program will continue until the heart rate setting for the last period is shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column and the TIME display counts down to zero The walking belt will then slow to a stop 15 If your heart rate is not detected during the program the letters PLS will flash in the PULSE display and the speed and or incline of the treadmill will automatically decrease See HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE SHOOTING on page 6 While the program is in progress minor adjust ments can be made to the speed or incline of the treadmill with the SPEED or INCLINE buttons However if you increase the speed the incline will automatically decrease if you decrease the speed the incline will increase If you increase the incline the speed will decrease if you decrease the incline the speed will increase The console will always attempt to keep your heart rate near the heart rate setting shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column Note When the incline reaches the lowest setting the speed cannot be increased any further When the incline reaches the highest setting the speed cannot be decreased any further To stop the program press the STOP button Pulse programs should not be stopped temporarily and then restarted To use the pulse program again reselect the program and start it at the beginning Follow your progress with the LED displays
43. ndicator f you have designated yourself as user 2 or 3 press the USER button repeatedly until the appropriate indi cator lights Enter your weight if desired If you have not entered your weight see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 10 Select the manual mode When the key is inserted the manual mode vvill be selected If you have se lected a vvorkout pro gram or the iFIT com mode you can select the manual mode again by pressing the MODE button repeatedly until the manual indicator lights Press the START button or the SPEED button to start the walking belt A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph Hold the handrails and begin walking As you exer cise change the speed of the walking belt as de sired by pressing the SPEED buttons or the QUICK SPEED buttons CAUTION Change the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed To stop the walking belt press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the walking belt press the START button or the SPEED button Note When either of the SPEED buttons is pressed the SPEED PACE display will show the selected speed setting for seven seconds The display will then show the actual speed of the walking belt Adjust the incline as desired To vary the intensity of your workout change the incline of the treadm
44. ng on page 8 A ENTER Button This button is used to enter age weight and maximum heart rate settings B and Buttons These buttons are used to change age weight and maximum heart rate settings C USER Button This button is used to select user information Up to three different users can store age weight and maximum heart rate settings D QUICK SPEED Buttons These buttons allow you to quickly select speed settings from 1 mph to 10 mph E SPEED Buttons These buttons control the speed of the walking belt Each time a button is pressed the speed will change by 0 1 mph if a button is held down the speed will change in increments of 0 5 mph The speed range is 0 5 mph to 10 mph F LED Displays These displays provide continuous feedback of the calories and fat calories you have burned the speed of the walking belt your current pace the distance you have walked or run the number of laps you have completed and the elapsed time In addition the PULSE display shows your heart rate when the heart rate monitor is worn Note The console can display speed and dis tance in either miles or kilometers see page 12 For simplicity all instructions in this manual refer to miles G Manual Program Indicators These indicators show when the manual mode a workout program or the Fit com mode is selected LED Matrix When the manual mode is selected the matrix will show your progress on an LED track
45. ngs move to the left again and not all of the indicators in the CURRENT PERIOD column are lit the speed settings will move back up If the speed or incline setting for the current period is too high or too low you can manually override the setting by pressing the SPEED or INCLINE buttons Every few times one of the SPEED buttons is pressed an additional indicator will light or darken in the CURRENT PERIOD col umn f any of the columns to the right of the CURRENT PERIOD column have the same num ber of lit indicators as the CURRENT PERIOD col umn an additional indicator may light or darken in those columns as well Note If you manually ad just the speed setting so that all of the indicators in the CURRENT PERIOD column are lit the speed settings in the LED matrix will not move downward as described above Note If you manually over ride the speed or incline setting for the current period when the period ends the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the next period To stop the program temporarily press the STOP button The TIME display vvill begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button To end the program press the STOP button remove the key and then reinsert the key Follow your progress with the LED displays See step 7 on page 12 When the program is completed remove the key Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at the lovvest
46. of 400 volts or less and a mini mum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge sup pressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps This product must be grounded If it should malfunc tion or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec tric shock This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Important The treadmill is not compatible with GFCl equipped outlets This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus trated in drawing 1 below A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available Grounded Outlet Grounding Plug Grounded Outlet Box Surge Suppressor Metal Screw The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet drawing 1 can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used i
47. off switch to the off position and unplug the power cord HOVV TO USE FAT BURN PROGRAMS AND AEROBIC PROGRAMS The four fat bum programs and the four aerobic pro grams automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as they guide you through effective vvork outs Follow the steps below to use a fat burn program or an aerobic program Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 Enter your weight if desired If you have not entered your weight see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 10 Select the desired program When the key is inserted the manual mode vvill be selected To select a fat burn program or an aer obic program press the MODE button repeatedly until one of the four fat burn indicators or one of the four aerobic indicators lights The LED matrix will show the first twelve speed settings of the pro gram you have selected The SPEED PACE dis play will flash the program s maximum speed set ting and the INCLINE display will flash the pro gram s maximum incline setting for ten seconds MANUAL FATBURN AEROBIC PUI Press the START button or the SPEED button to start the program A moment after the button is pressed the treadmill will automatically adjust to the first speed and in cline settings for the program Hold the handrails and begin vvalking Each program is divided into several time pe
48. on is held down the age setting will change in increments of 5 years When your age is shown press the ENTER button Note Once your age is entered it will be saved in mem ory even when the power cord is unplugged OYCALS FATCALSO PULSE optional Enter a maximum heart rate setting if desired The current maximum 000000000000000 heart rate set ting will be 000000000000000 shown in the LED matrix When a pulse program is used this is the highest level that your heart rate will reach dur ing the program This setting is a percentage of your estimated maximum heart rate Your esti mated maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age For example if you are 30 years old your esti mated maximum heart rate is 190 If desired you can change the maximum heart rate setting by pressing the and buttons Each button press will change the setting by 1 if a button is held down the setting will change in in crements of 5 The setting can be from 65 to 85 When the desired setting is shown press the ENTER button Note When the key is removed from the console the maximum heart rate setting will be reset to 65 11 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 2 Select user 1 2 or 3 VVhen the key is inserted user 1 vvill be selected as shown by the USER 1 i
49. or health problem in the United States affecting an estimated 15 to 30 million people An age related disorder osteoporosis reduces the density of bones This disease can be life threatening since many older people die as a result of complica tions suffered from broken bones Adequate calcium in the diet and weight bearing exercises seem to reduce the risk of osteoporosis 29 Several studies have reported that regular vvalking at moderate to brisk speeds appears to increase bone density Specifically Fradin and his colleagues found that 70 year old subjects who walked at least 30 min utes per day had higher bone mineral content than subjects who walked less than 30 minutes per day Jones and his colleagues reported that sedentary women aged 30 to 61 years old who began a regular walking program and continued for one year increased their bone density Since walking can be comfortably performed by people of any age walking appears to be practical and effec tive in reducing a person s risk for developing osteo porosis WALKING AND STRESS REDUCTION There are many stressors in today s society including economic concerns work related pressures and the need to balance career goals with home responsibili ties People who are unable to cope with these types of stressors are often tense and anxious and may even become physically or psychologically ill Researchers have found that exercise is one way to help people reduce str
50. ow 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 to ward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg Reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 3 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean forward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons bend your back leg as well Stretches Calves achilles tendons and ankles 4 Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wall for balance reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 5 Inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outvvard Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 32 NOTES 33
51. r appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill Do not wear loose cloth ing that could become caught in the treadmill Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women Always wear athletic shoes Never use the treadmill with bare feet 15 wearing only stockings or in sandals When connecting the power cord see page 7 plug the power cord into a surge suppressor not included and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps No other appliance should be on the same circuit Do not use an extension cord Use only a single outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps Keep the power cord and the surge suppres sor away from heated surfaces Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged or if the treadmill is not working properly See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the tread mill is not working properly Never start the treadmill while you are stand ing on the walking belt Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill The treadmill is capable of high speeds Adjust the speed in small increments to a
52. riods of different lengths One speed setting and one in cline setting are programmed for each period The speed setting for the first period is shovvn in the flashing CURRENT PERIOD column of the LED matrix The incline settings are not shown in the matrix The speed settings for the next twelve periods will be shown in the twelve columns to the right CURRENT PERIOD o o o O 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 000 ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo When only three seconds remain in the first period of the program both the CURRENT PERIOD col umn and the column to the right will flash a series of tones will sound and all speed settings will move one column to the left The speed setting for the second period will then be shown in the flash ing CURRENT PERIOD column and the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the second period The program will continue in this way until the speed setting for the last period is shown in the CURRENT PERIOD column and the TIME display counts down to zero The walking belt will then slow to a stop Note Each time a period ends and the speed set tings move to the left if all of the indicators in the CURRENT PERIOD column are lit the speed set tings may move downward so that only the highest indicators in the columns will appear in the LED matrix When the speed setti
53. s is a problem try relocating the treadmill The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced see page 28 TREADMILL OPERATION THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE 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 TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD A DANGER Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in an increased risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service man if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the product if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Your treadmill like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home s power Voltage surges spikes and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off To decrease the possibility of your treadmill being damaged always use a surge suppressor with your treadmill see drawing 1 at the right Use only a single outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge suppressor must have a UL sup pressed voltage rating
54. setting The incline must be at the lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged Next remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place n addition move the on off switch to the off position and unplug the power cord 14 HOW TO USE PULSE PROGRAMS Pulse programs 1 and 2 automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate within a preset range during your workouts Follow the instructions below to use pulse programs 1 or 2 1 nsert the key into the console See HOVV TO TURN ON THE POVVER on page 10 A Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 Enter your weight your age and a maximum heart rate setting If you enter your weight into the console the CALS FAT CALS display will be more accurate To use pulse programs 1 or 2 you must enter your age and a maximum heart rate setting If you have not entered this information see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 10 Put on the heart rate monitor The heart rate monitor must be worn when a pulse program is used See HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6 Note A pulse pro gram can be started without a heart rate reading however the speed and or incline of the treadmill will automatically decrease if your heart rate is not detected during the program Select the desired program When the key is inserted the manual mode will be selected To sel
55. t must be held in place by a metal screw Some 2 pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded Contact a qualified elec trician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter SET WEIGHT O SET AGE SET MAX HEART RATE o interactivity PULSE optional O DISTANCE ana M12 3 412 3 4 1 2 1 2 MANUAL FATBURN AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM G NF ORMATION a care F 5 3 PACE O E SLOWER quick 3 A PRESS MPH KEY amp 41 3 9 4 gyick MPH ED START EY PR START Note If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console remove it FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more effective When the console is in the manual mode the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button As you exercise the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback The console also offers ten preset workout programs four fat burn programs that automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to give you effective fat burning workouts four aerobic programs that control the speed and incline of the treadmill to provide optimal aerobic exercise and two pulse programs that change the speed and incline to keep your heart rate
56. t our option we will replace the Product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service misuse accident negligence im proper assembly or installation alterations modifications without our written authorization or by failure on your part to use operate and maintain as set out in your User s Manual Manual WHAT YOU MUST DO Always retain proof of purchase such as your bill of sale store operate and maintain the Product as specified in the Manual notify our Customer Service Department of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect as instructed return any defected part for replacement or if necessary the entire product for repair USER S MANUAL It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product Remember to do the periodic maintenance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfac tion HOW TO GET PARTS AND SERVICE Simply call our Customer Service Department at 1 800 999 3756 and tell them your name and address and the serial number of your Product They will tell you how to get a part replaced or if necessary arrange for service where your Product is located or advise you how to ship the Product for service Before shipping al ways obtain a Return Authorization Number RA No from our Customer Service Department securely pack your Product save the original shipping carton if possible put the RA No on t
57. tch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour n addition the information mode allows you to turn on and turn off the demo mode To select the information mode hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console When the information mode is selected the following informa tion will be shown The SPEED PACE display will show an E for English miles or an M for metric kilome ters The unit of measurement can be changed by pressing the SPEED button The DISTANCE LAPS display will show the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved O DISTANCE LAPSQ 23 The TIME display will show the total number of hours that the treadmill has been used O DISTANCE LAPSQ IMPORTANT Make sure that there is not a letter d in the CALS FAT CALS dis play If a d appears in the display the console is in the demo mode This mode is intended to be used only when a treadmill is displayed in a store When the con sole is in the demo mode the power cord can be plugged in the key can be removed from the console and the displays and indicators on the console will auto matically light in a preset sequence although the but tons on the console will not operate If a d appears in the CALS FAT CALS display when the information mode is selected press the SPEED button so the display is blank YA SET MAX HEART RATE
58. this manual Apply the decal in the location shown Note The decal below is shown at 38 of actual size e Keep hands and feet clear of this area while operating or folding treadmill Protect yourself and others from risk of serious injury Read the user s manual and Fully engage storage latch Stand only on side rails when starting or before treadmill is moved or 1 stopping treadmill Change speed in small increments Reduce incline to lowest level before folding treadmill into storage position Hold handrails to prevent falling and always wear the safety clip while operating treadmill LY Stop if you feel faint dizzy or short of breath ar Never allow children on or Keep clothing fingers and hair around treadmill 1 away from moving belt Remove key when not in use Never try to adjust or fix the belt while it is moving Always wear athletic shoes while operating treadmill BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the REEBOK RBX 575S treadmill The RBX 5758 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an effective form of cardiovascular exercise in the conve nience and privacy of your home And when you re not exercising the unique RBX 5758 can be folded up re quiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the treadmill If you have a
59. uld be under your clothing tight against your skin and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable Make sure that the logo on the sensor unit is facing forward and is right side up Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side The electrode areas are the areas covered by shallow ridges Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution wet both electrode areas Return the sensor unit to a position against your chest HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE e Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each use The heart rate monitor is activated when the electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate monitor is put on the heart rate monitor shuts off when it is removed and the electrode areas are dried f the heart rate monitor is not dried after each use it may remain activated longer than necessary draining the battery prematurely Store the heart rate monitor in a warm dry place Do not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag or other container that may trap moisture Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct sunlight for extended periods of time do not expose it to temperatures above 122 Fahrenheit 50 Celsius or below 14 Fahrenheit 10 Celsius Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit when using or storing the heart rate monitor Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth never use
60. void sudden jumps in speed 16 The heart rate monitor is not a medical de vice Various factors including the user s movement may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings The heart rate monitor is in tended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general 17 When using iFIT com CD s and videos an electronic chirping sound vill 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 18 When using iFIT com CD s and videos you can manually override the speed and incline set tings at any time by pressing the speed and in cline buttons However when the next chirp is heard the speed and or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program 19 Always remove iFIT com CD s and videos from your CD player or VCR when you are not using them 20 Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running Always remove the key unplug the power cord and move the on off switch to the off position when the treadmill is not in use See the drawing on page 4 for the loca tion of the on off switch 21 Do not attempt to raise lower or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled See ASSEMBLY on page 5 and HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 24 You must be ab
61. y Generally the less mechanical stress on the muscu loskeletal system the less risk of becoming injured Because of the low impact nature of walking the inci dence of injury appears to be low when compared to other high impact activities REFERENCES 1 Rippe J Ross J et al Cardiovascular effects of walking Abstract Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Physical Activity Aging and Sports July 1985 p 47 2 Pollock M Miller H Jr et al Effects of walking on body com position and cardiovascular function of middle aged men Journal of Applied Physiology 1971 30 126 130 3 Duncan J Gordon N et al Women walking for health and fit ness How much is enough Journal of the American Medical Association 1991 266 23 3295 9 4 Paffenbarger R Hyde R et al Physical activity all cause mortality and longevity of college alumni New England Journal of Medicine 1986 314 605 613 5 Better walking workouts University of California at Berkeley Wellness Letter 1992 8 12 4 5 6 Fradin K Grimby G et al Walking habits and health related factors in a 70 year old population Gerontology 1991 37 5 281 8 7 Jones P Hardman A et al Influence of brisk walking on the broadband ultrasonic attenuation of the calcaneus in previously sedentary women aged 30 61 years Calcified Tissue International 1991 49 2 112 5 8 Blair S
62. y one minute periods as desired press the STOP button remove the key and then reinsert the key The speed and incline settings that you have programmed and the length of the program will be stored in memory To use the program again see HOW TO USE CUSTOM PRO GRAMS on page 17 When the program is completed remove the key See step 7 on page 14 HOVV TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS nsert the key into the console See HOVV TO TURN ON THE POVVER on page 10 Select user 1 2 or 3 See step 2 on page 11 Enter your vveight if desired If you have not entered your weight see HOW TO ENTER USER INFORMATION on page 10 Select custom program 1 or 2 VVhen the key is inserted the manual mode will be selected To select a custom program press the MODE button repeat ediy until the custom 1 or 2 indicator lights Press the START button or the SPEED but ton to start the program A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails and begin walking Each custom program is divided into one minute periods One speed setting and one incline setting are programmed for each period The speed set ting for the first eriod is 7 in the CURRENT PERIOD flashing CUR RENT PE RIOD column 009000000000000 009Y000000000000 of the LED 00 matrix The e nene ESO settings are MANUAL FAT BURN AEROBIC PULSE CUSTOM not shown in

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