PRO.FORM MILLENNIUM DRIVE" Model No. 831.297990 Serial No. Find the sedal number in the location shownbelow. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. HELPLINEI 1-800-736-6879 USER'S MANUAL SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................... ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL .................................................. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING ......................
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 3
The decals shown at the right and below have been placed on your treadmill. If one of the decals is missing, or if it Is not legible, please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a free replacement decal (see the back cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown. KEEPHANDSANDFEETAWAY FROMTHIS AREAWHILETHE TREADMILLIS IN OPERATION.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORIVP J81i treadmill. The J81i treadmill combines advanced technologywith innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascularexercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. And when you're not exercising, the unique J81i can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays).
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 (15) until the treadmill is in the position shown. 2. If the Handrail Grips (91) are not attached, slide a Handrail Grip onto the square tube on the left Upright (15). Attach the Handrail Gdp with two Fastenem (63).
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 plat, form. 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 t below.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM Program Indicatol Displays LED Matrix and Track Displays Program Indicators oooooooooe ooooooooeo ooooo=eeeoo Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. __ Clip treadmill and six programs control the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts. You can even create custom workout programs and save them in the console's memory for future use. An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console.
_'.'_ Follow your progress with the LED track and the four displays. D Insert the key Into the console. A moment after the key is inserted,the four displays, the LED track, and vadous indicators will light. B tg Select the manual mode. When the key is inserted, the manual _lndicator mode will be selected, as shown by the manual indicator, if you have selected a workout program, press the mode button repeatedly until the manual indicator lights.
CALS/FATCALS/ PULSEdisplay This displayshowstheapproximate numbersof calories and fat calories you have bumed (see FAT BURNING on page 19). Every seven seconds, the display will change from one number to the other;,the indicator will lightwhen the number of fat calodes is shown. This display will also show your heart rate when the pulse sensor is used (see step 6). r_ Measure your heart rate, if desired. Stand on the foot rails and place your hands on the metal contacts on the handrail.
If you selected a speed program, a number will flash in the SPEED/PACE display. This number is the maximum speed that the walking belt will reach during the selected program. If you want to change the maximum speed setting, press the SPEED Z_button. The maximum speed setting can be from 4 mph to 10 mph. If the setting is increased, the difficultylevel of the entire program will increase. If the setting is decreased, the difficultylevel of the entire program willdecrease.
__/. * * ;* ". -.:_Y+i ¸¸ _i_ adjust the speed and inclineof the treadmill to the desired levels with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons. Every few times the SPEED buttons are pressed, one additional indicator will light or darken in the CURRENT PERIOD column. _-_-_. _.._ The Custom 1 and Custom 2 programs are workout programs that you create. The programs control both the speed and the incline of the treadmill, and can be up to 40 minutes long.
To select a custom program, press the mode button repeatedly until one of the two custom program indicators lights. To stop the program for a moment, press the STOP button.The displays will pause and the TIME/INCLINE display will begin to flash. To restart the program, press the START button. To end the program at any time, hold down the STOP button for two seconds. The MANUAL mode will then be selected. mw _ rogram Indicator !_1 Press the START button to start the program.
HOW TO ADJUST THE FIRMNESS OF THE WALKING PLATFORM The walldng platform is specially designed to cushion the impact as you walk or run on the treadmill. The firmness of the -Lift Hero walking platform can be adjusted Control to any of three settings using the controlon the right side of the treadmill. For a firmer walking platform,turn the control clockwise. For a softer walking platform,turn the control counterclockwise.
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. p 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locationsshown at the right.
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the pin. Slowly release the latch knob. 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the treadmill to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING " Jlost treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed, ff further assistance is needed, call our toll-free HELPUNE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a.
4. SYMPTOM: THE DISPLAYS OF THE CONSOLE DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY a. Remove the six screws from the hood. Carefully remove the hood. Locate the Reed Switch (26) and the Magnet (107) on the left side of the Pulley (12). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8". If necessary, loosen the Reed Switch Screw (109) and move the Reed Switch slightly.,Retighten the Screw.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the firstfew minutesdoes your body begin to use storedfat ca/odesfor energy, ff your goal is to bum fat, adjustthe speed and inclineof the treadmill untilyour heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone. It may also be helpfulto use one of the console'sFAT BURN programs(see pages 10 and 11).
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 slightlyand slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you roach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then'relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
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PART LISTmModel No. 831.297990 RllgBA To identifyparts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. ',01" 1 102 32 103 2 104 2 105 4 106 1 107 1 108 1 109 1 110 1 f 11 2 112 2 113 2 114 2 115 2 116 2 117 2 118 1 119 1 120 1 Description Pulse Bar Screw Pulse Bar Washer Pulse Bar Bolt Updght Endcap Upright Grommet Magnet Incline Reed Switch Reed Switch Screw Reed Switch Clip Endcap Spacer 2-1bWeight 3-1bWeight Cushion Plate Adjustable Deck Cushion Rod Nut Rod Bolt Cushion Rod Incline Motor Spacer Incline Optic Disk Key No. Qty.
EXPLODED DRAWING--Model No. 831.
EXPLODED DRAWINGBModel No. 831.297990 R1198A 51 114 18--_p 115 _116 117 118 13 3_. 102 1 56 J 26 9 5O 115 !1 117 114 21 2 82 S_ <,_--107 ""'-_ 11 / 102 5 _,_18 35- 12 80 21" /45" 36 21 39 .J l 102 61 80 111 62 _ 63_. 76 J .J 44 69 111 68 76 75 19 44 73 _75 '_100 REMOVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING FROM THE USER'S MANUAL. SAVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SEARS The model number and sedal number of your PROFORIVP J8U treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the locationof the decal. Model No. 831.297990 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.
