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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................... ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR .................................................... 2 4 5 6 OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL .........
14.Neverstartthe treadmillwhileyou arestandingon the walkingbelt.Alwayshold the handrailswhile usingthetreadmill. 15.Thetreadmillis capableof high speeds. Adjustthe speedin smallincrementsto avoid THETREADMILL on page17.)Youmustbe ableto safelylift 45pounds(20kg) in order to raise,lower,or movethe treadmill. 20.Whenfolding or movingthetreadmill,make surethatthe storagelatchis fully closed. sudden jumps in speed. 16.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the IMAGE ® 10.6Q treadmill. The IMAGE ®10.6Q treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an effective form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. And when you're not exercising, the unique IMAGE _ 10.6Q can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. For your benefit, read this manual carefully before using the treadmill.
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. No tools are required for assembly. 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (115) until the treadmill is in the position shown. 2. Press the Lock Knob Sleeve (100) into the left Upright (115). Remove the Lock Knob (99) from the Lock Pin (103).
HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR HOW 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 one of the holes in 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. _Chest Strap use, it may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE TM, a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in drawing 1 below.
I J K L M P Q Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it.
DIAGRAM OFTHECONSOLE K. SETWEIGHTbuttons--These buttonsareusedto enter your weight into the console. Refer to the drawing on the opposite page. L. A. Workout profiles--These profiles show how the incline of the treadmill will change during incline programs, how the speed will change during speed programs, and how your heart rate will change during pulse driven programs. B. Mode indicators--These indicators show whether the manual mode is selected or whether one of the U. E. F.
Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. IHOW B TOUSE THE MANUAL MODE L_ For the PULSE/CALORIES display to show your heart rate, the heart rate monitor must be worn. To put on the heart rate monitor, see HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9. Note: When you are familiar with the operation of the console, you may go directly to step 5 if desired. The first time you use the console, please read and follow all steps.
B DISTANCE/LAP Follow your progress with the four displays. PULSE/CALORIES playiThis display playiThis display shows both the distance you have walked and the number of laps you have completed (one lap equals 1/4 mile). The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds. diso outs _A_o_seo shows bothheart your rate heart [ [_/I 51] rate (if the monitor is worn) and the approximate number of calories you have burned.
Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. I HOWTO SPEED _1 USE THE iNCLINE PROGRAMS PROG_MS AND THE For the PULSE/CALORIES display to show your heart rate, the heart rate monitor must be worn. To put on the heart rate monitor, see HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6. D Press the START button. Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9. FI D Select one of the incline or speed programs.
If a speed program is selected: When the START button is pressed, the walking belt will begin to move at 1.0 mph, the speed setting shown in the first column of the LED matrix. After one minute (or 90 seconds if a thirty-minute program is selected), the second column of the LED matrix will begin to flash and the speed will adjust to the speed setting shown in the second column.
B Put on the heart rate monitor. I HOW T0 CREATE A cUSTOM PRoG_M The heart rate monitor must be worn when a pulse driven program is used. See HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6. Note: A pulse driven program 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. D _1 F,I Select one of the custom programs. To select one of the Press the START button.
B ress the RECORD button and program the desired speed and incline settings. IHow When the RECORD button is pressed, the indicator on the button will light. Speed and incline settings can be programmed only when the indicator on the button is lit. _ll Refer to the LED matrix. Each custom program is divided into one-minute Insert the key into the console. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9. B Select one of the custom programs.
HOW TO SELECT THE INFORMATION When the first one-minute segment of the program is completed, all columns of the LED matrix will move one position to the left, the speed setting of the second segment will be shown in the flashing column, and the speed of the treadmill will change accordingly. The incline will also change according to the settings that you programmed previously. The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. If further assistance is needed, call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 7).
PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center when walked on a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the left adjustment bolt clockwise 1/4 of a turn. 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.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Burning Fat WARN ING: Before beginning 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.
Cool-down tween workouts. After a few months, you may complete up to five workouts each week if desired. Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.
PART LISTmModel No. 831.297570 R0298A Note: To identify the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached at the center of this manual. Key No. Part No. Qty. Key No. Part No. Qty.
Key No. Pa_ No. Qty. 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 014041 137077 118395 014157 109370 013576 141881 137960 128986 137688 141883 137009 134690 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Description Platform Washer Stop Bracket Incline Motor Bolt Small Star Washer Incline Disk Console Bracket Screw Incline Motor I-Bolt Roller Tension Spring Belly Pan Hinge Upright/Base Upright Cover (left outside) Console Wire Harness Key No. Pa_ No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING--Model No. 831.297570 R0298A 2 24 10" 76 25 i! .26 19 --. 21 %. : 72 19< \62 85 15 40 38 -:_ 33
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SEARS The model number and serial number of your IMAGE ® 10.6Q treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. Model No. 831 297570 QUESTIONS? All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center. To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free numbers listed at the left.
