Wall mount install manual body 04-25-07.doc
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Purging the Hydraulic System:
Sometimes when the Treadwall is first assembled, the control system runs a bit rough and
noisy - almost a grinding sound - and the wall doesn't descend smoothly. This is due to air
in the system that foams into the oil and causes cavitation in the pump. To purge the air,
put the wall at the steepest angle, set the control valve at the fastest setting, and pull the
wall around steadily and slowly for about 15 seconds. Let the wall sit for about 5 - 10
minutes, and do it again. If you do this about 3 times, the air will percolate up into the
reservoir where it belongs, and the wall will run smoothly.
Climbing tips:
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Some people like to climb fast and some climb slowly.
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Fast climbing provides a quick pump, and - at easy angles - an excellent aerobic
workout.
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Slow climbing promotes fluid motion, balance, flexibility, and - at harder angles - a great
upper-body workout.
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The photoelectric braking system in the Treadwall insures that the wall will always stop
before the climber reaches the bottom of the wall.
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Some climbers like the wall to operate continuously without the photocell-brake
stopping the wall. A switch on the control panel allows you to put the Treadwall into this
mode. Continuous operation is particularly good for aerobic climbing.
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Climbing is most comfortable when the speed of descent is matched to the climbing
speed, so that the wall rarely stops. Adjust the speed dial as you climb to a comfortable
level.
Why is climbing on the Treadwall one of the world's best forms of
exercise?
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Climbing is a true whole-body exercise. Climbing naturally works out almost every
muscle in the body.
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Climbing is non repetitive. Many forms of exercise work out the same muscles over and
over, but not climbing.
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Climbing is progressive. Anyone can climb, but the more you climb, the better you get -
even if you climb for years and years.
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Treadwall Climbing promotes balance, stretching, flexibility, upper-body strength and
aerobic conditioning. No other form of exercise is so versatile.
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Climbing is fun and engages the mind.
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There are no age limits and very few physical handicaps preclude climbing on the
Treadwall.
Instruction Card:
A laminated instruction card with a ball chain is included with the Treadwall. Hang it
from the right frame on the cable attachment pin. This pin uses a split ring instead of a
cotter pin, and the instruction card hangs from this ring.