IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARN ING: 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 pation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor that all use rs of this tread m ill are adequately must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and informed of all warnings and precautions.
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21.Whenusingi-FIT,com CD'sandvideos,an 24.Inspectandtightenall parts ofthe treadmill electronic "chirping" sound will alert you regularly. when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the 25. Never insert or drop any object into any "chirp" and be prepared for speed and/or in- opening.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ® Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central 740CS treadmill. The 740CS treadmill combines ad- Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, vanced technology with innovative design to help you...
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. Assembly requires your own Phillips screw- driver _, wire cutters _\ _ and rubber mallet _.
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Insert a Handrail Extension (85) into the left post as shown. Align the holes in the Handrail Extension with the holes in the post. If necessary, tap the Handrail Extension with a rubber mallet to fully insert it. Next, attach the Handrail Extension by tightening three Small Screws (76) into the indicated holes.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus- Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that PERFORMANT LUBE a high-performance...
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM Incline Display LED Track Display_ DISTANCE LAPS CALS CALS SPEED MINI MCLE (kin) Manual/iFIT.com Indicators Speed Buttons Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play CAUTION: Before operating special iFIT.com CD programs (one CD is provided).
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HOWTOTURNONTHEPOWER change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the SPEED/, _e_ Plug in the power cord (see HOW TO PLUG IN and 'J buttons. To change THE POWER CORD on page 8). the speed setting quickly, press the QUICK SPEED ocate the on/off switch on the front of...
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TIME display--When Measure your heart rate, if desired. • the manual mode or an 13"4B Stand on the iFIT.com program is Sensors selected, this display TIME SEGMENT TIME foot rails and shows the elapsed time. place your hands on the When a personal trainer program is selected, this display shows both the metal contacts...
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One speed setting and one incline setting are pro- HOW TO USE PERSONAL TRAINER PROGRAMS grammed for each segment. When only three sec- onds remain in the first segment, a series of tones will sound and the treadmill will automatically ad- Insert the key into the console, just to the speed and incline settings for the second See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page...
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOWTO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER 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 To use iFIT.com CD's, the treadmill must be con- 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, Note: If your computer has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is see instruction A.
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Follow the steps below to use an iFIT.com CD or video. Note: The instructions included in the CD case describe how to use the CD with a variety of PROFORM treadmills, Some instructions may not apply to this treadmill, r ... R°°$i...
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During the CD or video program, an electronic TIME display is flashing, press the START button or the SPEED/'_ button on the console "chirping" sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. CAUTION: Always listen for the "chirp"...
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HOWTO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM eturn to the treadmill and stand on the foot rails. Find the clip attached to the key and slide INTERNET SITE the key onto the waistband of your clothing. When the on-screen countdown ends, the program Our new internet site at www.iFIT.com allows you to will begin and the walking belt will begin to move.
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THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console. The chest pulse sensor provides The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has hands-free operation and continuously monitors your been operated and the total number of miles that the heart rate during your workouts.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be 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.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING 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 our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a UL-listed surge suppressor, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- mance may decrease and the walking belt may be- come damaged.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body ,&WARN ING: begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal Before beginning this is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread- or any exercise program, consult your physi- mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in cian.
PART LIST--Model No. 831.299462 RlOOOA To locate the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Qty. Description Qty. Description Qty. Description Motor Belt Belt Guide Allen Wrench Screw Pulley/Flywheel/Fan Book Holder 50" Wire Harness Motor Nut Front Belly Pan Motor/Pulley/...
The model number and serial number of your PROFORM _"740CS Model No, 831,299462 treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. QUESTIONS? All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center.
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