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Model No. RBTL15981 Serial No. Serial Number Decal UESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee complete satisfac- tion through direct assistance from our factory.
2. Use the treadmill only as described in this manual. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air openings.
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24. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 25. This treadmill is intended for home use only. Do not use this treadmill in any commercial, rental, or institutional setting. DANGER: Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
The model number is RBTL15981. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
OW TO P THE Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until set-up is completed. No tools are required. 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (39) until the treadmill is in the position shown.
OW TO SE THE HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR Before you use the heart rate monitor, please read all instructions on this page and the following page. The heart rate monitor consists of Chest Strap two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit.
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¥ As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your- self near the center of the walking belt. For the console to display heart rate readings, the user must be within armÕs length of the console. ¥ The heart rate monitor is designed to work with people who have normal heart rhythms.
READMILL PERATION 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. They will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.
When the console is in the manual mode, the speed and in- cline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback.
If the key is pulled from the con- sole, the power will automatically turn off. N. INCLINE ButtonsÑThese buttons control the incline of the treadmill. Each time a button is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is 1.5% to 12%.
Press the USER button. Press the USER button to designate yourself as user 1. The USER 1 indicator will light without flashing. Note: To desig- nate yourself as user 2 or user 3, press the USER button repeatedly. Enter your weight if desired. The current weight set- ting will be shown in the CALS/FAT CALS display.
Step onto the foot rails and press the STOP button. Next, lower incline of the treadmill to itÕs lowest set- ting. The incline must be at itÕs lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the storage po- sition or the treadmill will be damaged.
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HOW TO USE THE SPEED PROGRAMS AND THE INCLINE PROGRAMS The three speed programs automatically control the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effec- tive workouts; the three incline programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill.
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See step 6 on page 13. When you are finished exercising, remove the key. Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at itÕs lowest setting. The incline must be at itÕs lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the stor- age position or the treadmill will be damaged.
See step 6 on page 13. When you are finished exercising, remove the key. Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at itÕs lowest setting. The incline must be at itÕs lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the stor- age position or the treadmill will be damaged.
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HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS at the right. When the program is completed, remove the key. Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at itÕs lowest setting. The incline must be at itÕs lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the stor- age position or the treadmill will be damaged.
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Refer to step 6 on page 13. When the program is completed, remove the key. Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at itÕs lowest setting. The incline must be at itÕs lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the stor- age position or the treadmill will be damaged.
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Refer to drawing 2 above. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, slide the storage knob to the right. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the left handrail.
PROBLEM: The power turns off during use SOLUTION: a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see 1. c. above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.
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1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b. If the walking belt has shifted to the right, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.
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Several studies have reported that regular walking at moderate to brisk speeds appears to increase bone density. Specifically, Fradin and his colleagues 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.
For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone. Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys- tem, your exercise must be Òaerobic.Ó...
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
Left Pulse Pad Right Pulse Pad Console Base (top) Motor Belt (bottom) Console Base Motor Tension Bolt Receiver Bracket Small Bolt Star Washer RBTL15981 Key No. Qty. R0599A Description Optic Switch Small Nut Right Foam Grip Motor Nut Pulley/Flywheel/Fan Motor...
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