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timothy j mainville
January 28, 2025
how to change from metric to miles
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Mr. Anderson
February 10, 2025
To change the ProForm XP 542e treadmill from metric to miles:
1. Hold down the Stop button while inserting the key into the console. 2. An “E” (for English miles) or an “M” (for metric kilometers) will appear on the display. 3. Press the Speed + button to switch between units. 4. When the desired unit is selected, remove the key.
This will set the treadmill to display distance in miles.
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Raghav Pujari
March 21, 2025
How to check Treadmill usage in the number of miles used for ProForm XP 542e
1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
March 21, 2025
To check the mileage usage on a ProForm XP 542e treadmill, follow these steps:
1. Hold down the Stop button while inserting the key into the console. 2. The treadmill will enter information mode. 3. The left side of the display will show the total miles (or kilometers) the walking belt has moved and the total hours the treadmill has been used. 4. An "E" for miles or an "M" for kilometers will appear on the right side of the display. 5. Press the Speed + button to change the unit of measurement if needed.
This will allow you to view the total mileage usage of the treadmill.
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ModelNo.831.29525.3 LL EXERClS SerialNo. Serial N umber D ecal User's Manual o Assembly Operation • Maintenance = Part List and Drawing Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL TROUBLESHOOTING CONDiTiONiNG GUiDELiNES PART LiST PART iDENTiFiCATION CHART ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Back Cover FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY Back Cover Note An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARN ING: To reduce the risk ofburns, fire, e lectric topersons,...
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13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- 23. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the sot away from heated surfaces, treadmill regularly. 14. Never move the walking belt while the power Never insert any object into any opening. is turned off.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® ing this manual, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®(1-800-469- XP 542e treadmill. The XP 542e treadmill offers an im- 4663).To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The pressive array of features designed to make your model number of the treadmill is 831.29525.3.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant.
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Attach the Latch Assembly ( 82)totheLeftUpright ( 84) withthetwoLatchScrews (46);start bothLatch Screwsbeforetightening either of them. Note: The Latch Screws may be preattached to the Left Upright. See step 6 and locate the four Upright Bolts (86). Loosen the Upright Bolts two to three turns..
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If you wish to adjust the height of the Uprights (80, 84), go to step 7. if the Uprights are at the desired height, tighten the four Upright Bolts (86) and go to step 8. Note: The Uprights (80, 84) can be attached at three dif- ferent heights.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE=LUBRICATED WALKING BELT an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate performance lubricant, iMPORTANT: Never apply sil- outlet that is properly installed and grounded accordance...
CONSOLEDIAGRAM START STOP Note: If there is a thin sheet of plastic on the face of the console, remove it. FEATURES OFTHECONSOLE home stereo, computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com MP3, CD, and video programs (iFIT.com MP3 The treadmill console offers an impressive array of programs, CDs, and videocassettes are available sepa- features designed to help you get the most from your rately), iFIT.com programs automatically control the...
HOWTOTURNONTHEPOWER walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed + and - buttons. Each Pluginthepower c ord(seepage 8). time a button is pressed, the speed setting will Locate thereset/off change by 0.1 mph; if a circuit b reaker n ear button is held down, the speed setting will change thepower cord.Make in increments of 0.5 mph.
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The left side of the dis- of clear plas- tic on the play will show the incline _CL,N_ _ metal con- level of the treadmill, the elapsed time, the ap- ,,,E _,_:S S tacts on the proximate number of handgrip grams of carbs you have pulse sen- Contacts...
When only three seconds remain in the first seg- HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM ment of the program, both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash and a insert the key into the console. series of tones will sound.
Press the Start button or the Speed + button Follow your progress with the display. and program the desired speed and incline See step 5 on page 10. settings. A moment after the button is pressed, the walking Measure your heart rate if desired. belt will begin to move.
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When only three seconds remain in the first seg- HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS ment of the program, both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash, a se- insert the key into the console. ries of tones will sound, and the speed setting and the incline setting will flash in the display.
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HOW 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 1/8" LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your To use iFIT.com MP3 or CD programs, the treadmill stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: if your stereo has an unused LiNE OUT jack, A. Plug one end of a long 1/8" to 1/8" stereo audio see instruction A below. If the LiNE OUT jack is cable (available at electronics stores) into the input jack on the console.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM MP3, CD, OR VIDEO PROGRAM 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 To use an iFlT.com MP3, CD, or video program, the with a built=in VCR, see instruction B.
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If the speed or incline settings are too high or too , Make sure that the audio cable is properly connected. low, you can manually override the settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on , if you are using a portable CD player and the the console.
eturn 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 clothes. When the on-screen countdown ends, the program Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to access will begin and the walking belt will begin to move.
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THE iNFORMATiON MODE/DEMO MODE THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR The console features an information mode that keeps An optional chest pulse sensor offers hands-free oper- track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has ation as it monitors your workouts. To purchase been operated and the total number of miles that the optional chest pulse sensor, call toll-free 1-888-...
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HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL NOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be per= manently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed, if further assistance is needed, call toll=free 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 8).
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With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Upright Base (97) as shown. Carefully pivot the Hood (123) off. Locate the Reed Switch (22) and the Magnet (19) on the left side of the Pulley (18). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch.
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CONDiTiONiNG GUiDELiNES begin to use stored fatcaloriesfor energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread- mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone. For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone.
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch--never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
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PART LiST--Model No. 831.29525.3 RO305A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Left Foot Rail Static Decal Foot Rail Screw 3/4" Tek Screw Isolator Bolt (Top) Belly Pan Clip Isolator Decal...
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Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Console Base Left Top Handgdp Optic Disk Photo Switch Nut Ground Screw/Choke Screw Left Bottom Handgdp Key Clip 1O" Blue Wire, 2F Fan Screw 10" Blue Wire, M/F 4" Blue Wire, M/F Console 8"...
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EXPLODED DRAWING--Model No, 831.29525.3 RO305A ..39 ¢_...
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Do you have a question about the XP 542e and is the answer not in the manual?
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how to change from metric to miles
To change the ProForm XP 542e treadmill from metric to miles:
1. Hold down the Stop button while inserting the key into the console.
2. An “E” (for English miles) or an “M” (for metric kilometers) will appear on the display.
3. Press the Speed + button to switch between units.
4. When the desired unit is selected, remove the key.
This will set the treadmill to display distance in miles.
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How to check Treadmill usage in the number of miles used for ProForm XP 542e
To check the mileage usage on a ProForm XP 542e treadmill, follow these steps:
1. Hold down the Stop button while inserting the key into the console.
2. The treadmill will enter information mode.
3. The left side of the display will show the total miles (or kilometers) the walking belt has moved and the total hours the treadmill has been used.
4. An "E" for miles or an "M" for kilometers will appear on the right side of the display.
5. Press the Speed + button to change the unit of measurement if needed.
This will allow you to view the total mileage usage of the treadmill.
This answer is automatically generated