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FT98 TREADMILL

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, install the treadmill on a flat level sur-

face with access to a 120-volt, 15-amp grounded outlet.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD UNLESS IT IS 14AWG OR BETTER, WITH ONLY ONE OUTLET ON THE END. The 

treadmill should be the only appliance in the circuit in which it is connected. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISABLE THE 

GROUNDED PLUG BY USING IMPROPER ADAPTERS, OR IN ANY WAY MODIFY THE CORD SET. A serious shock or fire 

hazard may result along with computer malfunctions.

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To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, remove tether cord, then remove the plug from the outlet.

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Do not operate equipment on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to both carpet and equipment may 

result. You can purchase a floor mat directly from www.fuelfitnessusa.com

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Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult a physician. This is especially important for persons over the 

age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health conditions.

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Do not block the rear of the equipment. Provide a minimum of 3 1/2 feet clearance between the rear of the equip-

ment and any fixed object. 

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Keep hands away from all moving parts.

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Use handrails provided; they are for your safety.

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The pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user’s movement, may affect the accuracy 

of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in gen-

eral.

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Do not attempt to use your equipment for any purpose other than for the purpose it is intended.

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Wear proper shoes. High heels, dress shoes, sandals or bare feet are not suitable for use on your  

equipment. Quality athletic shoes are recommended to avoid leg fatigue.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1.  Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons: 
1.  An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before 

putting on or taking off parts. 

2.  Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to per-

sons.

3.  Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children or disabled persons.

4.  Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not  

recommended by the manufacturer.

5.  Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or 

damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair. 

6.  Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle. 

7.  Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

8.  Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.

9.  Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 

10.  Do not use outdoors.

11.  Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 

12.  Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only.

13.  The appliance is intended for household use. 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THINK SAFETY!

Fitness Equipment Safety Instructions

Failure to follow all guidelines may compromise the effectiveness of the exercise experience, expose  

yourself (and possibly others) to injury, and reduce the longevity of the equipment.

Summary of Contents for FT98

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Page 2: ...ns Important Electrical Instructions Important Operation Instructions FT98 Assembly Instructions Operation of Your Treadmill Programmable Features Heart Rate General Maintenance Manufacturer s Limited Warranty Vacuum Under Motor Cover Check Wiring Every Other Month Clean Inspect Deck for Lubrication Every Other Month Lubricate Deck Every 90 hours or sooner if dry Inspect Belt Tracking Monthly Adju...

Page 3: ...easant as possible for many years to come If you have questions or if parts are missing or damaged or you require customer service call 1 866 697 6531 Please have your model number and serial number handy when you call Please take a moment to record where you purchased your machine as well as the date of purchase FUEL FITNESS and we will always remem ber that you are the reason that we are in busi...

Page 4: ...void leg fatigue IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this appliance DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock...

Page 5: ... no abil ity to control This part is available through most electrical supply stores Examples Grainger part 1D237 or available online at www squared com part QO120HM GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded If the treadmill s electrical system should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current reducing the risk of electric shock This produ...

Page 6: ...up Simply standing on the belt during slow acceleration is proper after you have learned to operate the unit ALWAYS hold on to a handrail or hand bar while making control changes incline speed etc A safety tether cord is provided with this unit It is a simple magnetic design that should be used at all times It is for your safety should you fall or move too far back on the tread belt Pulling this s...

Page 7: ...EP 4 ASSEMBLY TOOLS HARDWARESTEP 5 126 M5 x 15mm Phillips Head Screws 6 pcs 125 5 16 x 3 4 Button Head Socket Bolt 4 pcs 125 5 16 x 3 4 Button Head Socket Bolt 4 pcs 103 M6 L Allen Wrench 102 Combination M5 Al len Wrench Phillips Head Screw Driver FT98 ASSEMBLY PACK CHECKLIST 90 13mm Wrench 80 5 16 Split Washer 4 pcs ...

Page 8: ...se 2 and use 13mm Wrench 90 to tighten the eight Hex Head Bolts 99 and eight Flat Washers 100 54 55 4 99 99 100 100 99 99 100 100 90 2 99 100 99 100 99 100 99 100 5 Hardware Step 2 99 5 16 x1 2 Hex Head Bolt 8 pcs 100 5 16 Flat Washer 8 pcs NOTE This step may work better with a second person assisting Be very careful when assembling the uprights so as not to pinch the computer cables This could le...

Page 9: ...to right and left Uprights 4 and 5 and secure with four Button Head Socket Bolts 125 with four Split Washers 80 by using Combination M5 Allen Wrench Phillips Head Screw Driver 102 Hardware Step 3 80 5 16 Split Washer 4 pcs 125 5 16 x 3 4 Button Head Socket Bolt 4 pcs NOTE This step may work better with a second person assisting Be very careful when assembling the console so as not to pinch the com...

Page 10: ... Handrail Support 9 between Left and Right Uprights 5 and 4 Use the combination M5 Allen Wrench and Phillips Head Screw Driver 102 to tighten four Button Head Socket Bolts 125 102 125 9 125 Hardware Step 4 125 5 16 x 3 4 Button Head Socket Bolt 4 pcs ...

Page 11: ... left and right Frame Base Covers 41 and 42 on the Frame Base and secure with four Phillips Head Screws 128 by using Combination M5 Allen Wrench Phillips Head Screw Drive 102 126 102 126 41 42 Hardware Step 5 126 M5 x 15mm Phillips Head Screw 6 pcs ...

Page 12: ...NSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLD THE TREADMILL Make certain the treadmill is at minimum incline Lift the treadmill running deck until it is se cured by the locking telescoping tube assembly on the right side of the base You will hear it pop into place when secure TO UNFOLD THE TREADMILL Apply slight forward pressure on the treadmill running deck with your left hand Pull out on the round knob and s...

Page 13: ...When the power is turned on the console will show the current software version the total running mileage hours The treadmill will then enter idle mode which is the starting point for operation ...

Page 14: ...he SPEED keys console or handgrip You may also use the QUICK SPEED keys 1 2 4 6 8 10 to ad just the speed 3 To slow tread belt press and hold the SPEED key console or handgrip to the desired speed You may also press the QUICK SPEED keys 1 2 4 6 8 10 to adjust the speed 4 To stop the tread belt press the STOP key or pull away Safety key Incline may be adjusted anytime after belt movement Press the ...

Page 15: ... hand rails to display your pulse Pulse value displays anytime the upper display is receiving a Pulse signal PULSE GRIP FEATURE Displays the cumulative calories burned at any given time during your workout Note used for medical purposes CALORIE DISPLAY 1 follow the instructions in Engineering Mode on page 22 Remove tether cord 2 TO TURN TREADMILL OFF TO TURN OFF AUDIBLE BEEP ...

Page 16: ... program P1 P2 P24 Press the Clear Set key to set the workout time Press Start to begin your workout 2 To set custom targets for your workout Time Calories or Distance press the Clear Set key while in the Idle mode Each time you press Clear Set a different target will start blinking If the Calories target is blinking you can use the Speed Up and Down keys to set a Calorie target Pressing Start wil...

Page 17: ...ommended for burning fat while training at 80 of your maximum heart rate is recommended for strengthening your cardiovascular system For someone who is 40 years old their predicted target heart rate zone is calculated 220 40 180 maximum heart rate 180 x 6 108 beats per minute 60 of maximum 180 X 8 144 beats per minute 80 of maximum So for a 40 year old the training zone would be 108 to 144 beats p...

Page 18: ...7 Very very light 8 Very very light 9 Very light 10 Very light 11 Fairly light 12 Comfortable 13 Somewhat hard 14 Somewhat hard 15 Hard 16 Hard 17 Very hard 18 Very hard 19 Very very hard 20 Maximal You can get an approximate heart rate level for each rating by simply adding a zero to each rating For example a rating of 12 will result in an approximate heart rate of 120 beats per minute Your RPE w...

Page 19: ...s Wearing the transmitter immediately against bare skin assures you of proper operation If you wish you may wear the transmitter over a shirt To do so moisten the areas of the shirt that the electrodes will rest upon Note The transmitter is automatically activated when it detects activity from the user s heart Additionally it automatically deactivates when it does not receive any activity Although...

Page 20: ...e drive belt located un der the motor cover that connects the motor to the front roller If that belt is loose it feels similar to the walking belt being loose Tightening the motor belt should be done by a trained service person BELT AND DECK mized when the deck is kept as clean as possible Use a soft damp cloth or paper towel to wipe the edge of the belt and the area between the belt edge and fram...

Page 21: ...olt only a 1 4 turn to the right clockwise and wait a few min utes for the belt to adjust itself Continue to make 1 4 turns until the belt stabilizes in the center of the running deck If the belt is too close to the right side turn the bolt counter clockwise The belt may require periodic tracking adjustment depending on use and walking running characteristics Some users may af as required to cente...

Page 22: ...components Failure to lubricate the deck at regular intervals may void the warranty The belt deck come pre lubricated and subsequent lubrication should be performed every 90 hours of use or if you notice that the deck is dry It is recommended that you reach between the belt and deck to verify there is lubrication present every other month If you check and there isn t any lubrication present follow...

Page 23: ...ately 7 mph but shows higher speed on display This indicates motor should be receiving power to operate Low AC voltage to treadmill Do not use an extension cord If an extension cord is required it should be as short as possible and heavy duty 16 gauge minimum Low volt age vvA minimum of 110 volt AC current is required High belt deck friction See General Maintenance section on cleaning the deck If ...

Page 24: ...ine cables connected properly Check if incline mechanism is stuck or defective Perform calibration procedure ENGINEERING MODE 2 Pressing and hold PROGRAM key and replace the safety key the unit enters engineering mode 3 Press the Clear Set key to change the set value and use SPEED and INCLINE UP DOWN keys to make selection is to switch it on Press Clear Set after setting iii The wheel size is set ...

Page 25: ...han original FUEL acts of God 4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered 5 Products that have been sold transferred bartered or given to a third party 6 Products that are used as store display models 7 warranty record exists for the product 8 Product use in any environment other than a residential setting 9 THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES E...

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