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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST are attached in the center of this manual. Please save them for
future reference. 

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this

manual.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at

least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not
place the treadmill on any surface that blocks
air openings. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.  

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-

ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water. 

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol

products are used or where oxygen is being
administered. 

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons

weighing more than 250 pounds. 

8. Never allow more than one person on the

treadmill at a time. 

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when

using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. 

Always wear athletic

shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals. 

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 8),

plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be
on the same circuit. Do not use an extension
cord. 

11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor

that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage
surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppres-
sor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating
of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dis-
sipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor
must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and
15 amps. 

12. Keep the power cord and the surge protector

away from heated surfaces.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

Summary of Contents for 831.297880

Page 1: ...is equipment Save this manual for future reference Serial Number Decal Model No 831 297880 Serial No The serial number is found in the location shown below Write the serial number in the space above for future reference USER S MANUAL SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 ...

Page 2: ...treadmill at all times 7 The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds 8 Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time 9 Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill Do not wear loose cloth ing that could become caught in the treadmill Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women Always wear athletic shoes Never use the tr...

Page 3: ...ly lift 45 pounds 20 kg in order to raise lower or move the treadmill 20 When folding or moving the treadmill make sure that the storage latch is fully closed 21 Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill regularly 22 Never insert any object into any opening 23 Always unplug the power cord before per forming the maintenance and adjustment pro cedures described in this manual Never re move the ...

Page 4: ...ugh Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial num ber before calling The model number of the treadmill is 831 297880 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see the front cover of this manual for the location Before reading further please review the drawing below and familiarize yours...

Page 5: ...lp of a second person carefully raise the treadmill to the upright position so the Extension Legs 41 are resting flat on the floor 2 Refer to HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE on page 13 Follow the instructions to lower the treadmill Position the Left Handrail 2 on the left Upright 14 The lower end of the Left Handrail should be on the outside of the Extension Leg 41 as shown Thread a Handrail Bo...

Page 6: ... shown Route the 30Ó and 9Ó Pulse Wires 97 95 through the bracket on the Right Handrail 32 Connect the Console Wire Harness 92 to the Upright Wire Harness 96 Connect the 30Ó and 9Ó Pulse Wires 97 95 to the Upright Wire Harness 92 Make sure that the wires with tags are connected to each other Refer to the inset drawing if needed Position the Pulse Handrail 99 between the Left and Right Handrails 2 ...

Page 7: ... in this step and in step 2 8 Attach the Storage Latch 12 to the left Upright 14 with two 1 2Ó Screws 13 Be careful not to overtighten the Screws 9 Remove the backing from the Adhesive Clip 74 Press the Adhesive Clip onto the base of the Uprights 14 in the indicated location Press the Allen Wrench 73 into the Adhesive Clip 10 Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill To p...

Page 8: ...ductor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus trated in drawing 1 below A temporary adapter that looks like the adapt...

Page 9: ...en you finish Before operating the console make sure that the on off switch located near the power cord is in the ÒonÓ position Next plug in the power cord see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 8 Note If the key is in the console remove it before plugging in the power cord Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill Find the clip attached to the key see the drawing above and slide the clip onto ...

Page 10: ...ill decrease Note The TIME display will flash to indicate that the console has been paused The walking belt will not begin to move until the START STOP button is pressed see step 4 Press the START STOP button After the START STOP button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails and care fully begin walking If the console is in the manual mode As you exercise change the spee...

Page 11: ... will appear in the display when the number of fat calories is shown Measure your heart rate if desired Stand on the foot rails and place your hands on the metal con tacts on the handrail Your palms must be resting on the upper contacts and your fingers must be touch ing the lower contactsÑavoid moving your hands while measuring your heart rate After a moment a ÒPÓ and three dashes ÒÐ Ð ÐÓ will ap...

Page 12: ...oor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight Do not leave the treadmill in the stor age position in temperatures above 85 Fahrenheit HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill convert the treadmill to the stor age position as described above Make sure that the stor age latch is closed fully over the catch 1 Hold the handrails and pl...

Page 13: ...r left thumb press the storage latch and hold it Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot rail are past the storage latch 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor Caution To decrease the possibil ity of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight Opened Storage Latch ...

Page 14: ...e circuit breaker wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in d Check the on off switch located on the treadmill near the power cord The switch must be in the ÒonÓ position PROBLEM The power turns off during use SOLUTION a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord see 1 c above If the circuit breaker has tripped wait for five minutes and then press th...

Page 15: ...he left first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise and the right bolt counterclockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt 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 f...

Page 16: ... to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the middle of your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include the following three impor tant parts 1 a warm up 2 training zone exercise and 3 a cool down Warm up Warming up prepares the body for exercise by increas ing circulation delive...

Page 17: ... of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg Reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 3 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the ...

Page 18: ...057 11 8Ó Cable Tie 57 136012 2 Flange Nut Key No Part No Qty Description 58 119163 1 On Off Switch 59 139579 1 Electronics Plate 60 140558 1 Incline Extension 61 014132 2 3 8Ó Washer 62 139763 2 Solid Isolator 63 119425 7 Incline Nut 64 117806 2 Incline Wheel Bolt 65 137731 2 Incline Wheel 66 100427 2 Incline Wheel Nut 67 138863 2 Upright Plug 68 130426 1 Ground Wire 69 142706 1 Incline Leg 70 00...

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Page 20: ...LODED DRAWING and PART LIST attached in the center of this manual Model No 831 297880 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the PROFORM EKG a part is missing you need to schedule repair service call our toll free HELPLINE 1 800 736 6879 MondayÐSaturday 7 amÐ7 pm Central Time excluding holidays REPLACEMENT PARTS If parts become worn and need to be replaced call the follow...

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