® Model No. 831.297571 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal EXERCISE EOu I PM ENT HELPLINE.n 1-800-736-6879 CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................... ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR .................................................... OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. 2 4 5 6 7 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL .......
14.Neverstartthe treadmillwhileyou arestandingon thewalkingbelt.Alwayshold the handrailswhile usingthetreadmill, THETREADMILL on page17.)Youmustbe ableto safelylift 45 pounds(20kg) in order to raise,lower,or movethe treadmill. 15.Thetreadmillis capableof highspeeds. Adjustthe speedin smallincrementsto avoid suddenjumpsin speed. 20.Whenfoldingor movingthe treadmill,make surethatthe storagelatchis fully closed. 21.Inspectandtightenall partsof thetreadmill 16.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the IMAGE R_ 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.
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.
DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE A CAUTION: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following before operating the console. precautions • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power or starting the walking belt. • Always wear the clip (see part "O" in the drawing above) while operating the treadill. If the key is pulled from the console, the walking belt will stop. • The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments.
DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE K. SET WEIGHT buttons--These buttons are used to 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.
Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. I How D TO USE THE MANUALMODE I B 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 Follow your progress DISTANCE/LAP display--This display with the four displays. PULSE/CALORIES display--This display shows both your heart I-I [ I-ll-I -i] rate (if the heart rate monitor is worn) and the approximate number of calories you have burned. The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds. 0 PULSE CALORIES O shows both the dis°_ tance you have walked o and the number of laps _ ,,\ you have completed (one lap equals 1/4 mile).
E! Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. II 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. B O Select one of the incline or speed programs. When the key ......... \t o...... I is inserted, the manual mode will automatically be selected and the MANUAL indicator will light.
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.
13 Put on the heart rate monitor. I.ow 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. !] 1 B [L-P /1 While the first column of the LED matrix is flashing, the walking belt will move at 1.5 mph.
O I ress the RECORD button and program the desired speed and incline settings. 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. n See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9. B Refer to the LED matrix. Each custom I_ o I_ I_ _ooooooooo program is _OOOOOOOOO IZi.'IZi. IZi. _°_000000000 ,_ooooooooe divided into _000000000 _000000000 one-minute _000000000 segments.
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. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat 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. 831.297571 R0398A Note: To identify the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached at the center of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 1 34 Frame Screw 53 54 2 2 Sensor Wire Shock 3 4 5 6 6 4 2 4 Spring Nut/Isolator Nut Spring Bolt Cushion Spring Isolator 55 56 57 58 1 8 5 1 Walking Belt Belly Pan Spacer Motor Pivot Nut Cushion Shaft 7 8 9 10" 11 12 2 8 2 1 1 1 Cushion Adj. Rack Rack Screw Cushion Adj.
Key No. 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 Qty. 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Description Key No. Platform Washer Stop Bracket Incline Decal 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 118 119 120 # # # # # # # Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWINGmModel No. 831 .297571 R0398A 31 _26 2 17 25 ..... _26 _29 2 72 28 .....
118 20 77 73 __ _ ........... 78 70 \ / \-\ 75 42 \\ / , 78 71 74 / ji 107 117 78 // / 71 73 _s 69 \ 97 52 120 99 116 87 86 97 / 73 -"i 71 I 2 94 91 47 / i
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. 831.297571 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.
