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100

99

82

5. Remove the backing from the Wrench Clip (99). Press

the Wrench Clip onto the base of the right Upright (82)
as shown. Press the Allen Wrench (100) into the
Wrench Clip.

6.

Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill.

To protect the floor or carpet, place a

mat under the treadmill.

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4. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the

Uprights (82) down as shown.

Make sure the Extension

Legs (103) remain inserted into the Uprights. 

Attach

one of the Extension Legs with two of the four Short
Screws (101) as shown. Attach the other Extension Leg
in the same way.

Tighten a Handrail Bolt (78) with a Handrail Washer (96)
into the right Upright (82) and the lower end of the right
Handrail (75) as shown. Note: It may be necessary to
move the Handrail up or down to align the holes in the
Upright and the Handrail.

Next, tighten a Handrail Bolt (78) with a Handrail Washer
(96) into the left Upright (82) and the lower end of the left
Handrail (not shown).  

With the help of a second person, carefully tip the
Uprights (82) back to the upright position.

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101

96

78

101

82

96

78

103

101

101

103

82

75

Summary of Contents for 831.298071

Page 1: ...ual before using this equipment Save this manual for future reference Serial Number Decal Model No 831 298071 Serial No Find the serial number in the location shown below Write the serial number in the space above for reference SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 ...

Page 2: ... 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 7 plug the power cord into a surge suppressor not in...

Page 3: ... treadmill regularly 22 Never drop or insert any object into any opening 23 DANGER Always unplug the power cord immediately after use before cleaning the treadmill and before performing the main tenance and adjustment procedures de scribed in this manual Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative Servicing other than the procedures in this manual...

Page 4: ...0 736 6879 Monday through 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 298071 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...

Page 5: ...ch 3 Slide the upper end of a Handrail 75 onto the right Upright 82 as shown Note It will be necessary to pivot the Handrail to the side and back repeatedly see arrow A while pushing on the Handrail see arrow B to slide it fully onto the Upright Next pivot the lower end of the Handrail down push it toward the right Upright and then align it with the indicated hole Slide the other Handrail 75 onto ...

Page 6: ... Uprights Attach one of the Extension Legs with two of the four Short Screws 101 as shown Attach the other Extension Leg in the same way Tighten a Handrail Bolt 78 with a Handrail Washer 96 into the right Upright 82 and the lower end of the right Handrail 75 as shown Note It may be necessary to move the Handrail up or down to align the holes in the Upright and the Handrail Next tighten a Handrail ...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...nsole make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 7 Next step onto the foot rails of the treadmill Find the clip attached to the key and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing Follow the steps on page 9 to operate the console CAUTION Before operating the console read the following precautions Do not stand on the walking belt when turni...

Page 9: ...s reached Follow your progress with the LED track and the four displays The LED TrackÑThe LED track represents a distance of 1 4 mile As you exercise the indi cators around the track will light one at a time until you have com pleted 1 4 mile A new lap will then begin DISTANCE displayÑ This display shows the distance that you have walked or run in miles CALS FAT CALS displayÑThis display shows the...

Page 10: ...tures 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 as shown and place one foot against a wheel Do not hold or push on the book holder or the book holder may be damaged 2 Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on ...

Page 11: ...ower cord If the switch protrudes as shown the circuit breaker has tripped To reset the circuit breaker wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in 2 SYMPTOM THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE 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 the switch back in b Make sure tha...

Page 12: ...tment 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 first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bol...

Page 13: ...rcise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be Òaerobic Ó Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near t...

Page 14: ...es 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 Bring the sole 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 gro...

Page 15: ...ear Foot 60 2 Rear Foot Screw 61 1 Ground Wire 62 1 Ground Wire Screw 63 1 Belly Pan 64 1 Rear Endcap 65 2 Rear Roller Adj Bolt 66 1 Motor 67 1 Latch Decal 68 4 Rear Platform Screw 69 2 Catch Screw 70 1 Latch Catch 71 1 Walking Platform 72 5 8Ó cable Tie 73 4 4Ó cable Tie 74 1 Front Roller Adj Nut 75 2 Handrail 76 7 Reed Switch Screw Belly Pan Screw 77 1 Storage Latch 78 2 Handrail Bolt 79 4 Long ...

Page 16: ...22 21 3 1 3 4 2 39 40 109 33 43 42 32 45 44 46 44 45 46 41 71 55 44 44 45 76 49 46 47 16 47 45 46 47 47 62 53 54 59 60 62 61 64 58 65 60 59 47 63 56 57 67 56 58 70 69 76 76 51 15 10 11 10 14 9 66 36 65 36 68 68 76 110 110 12 23 17 52 111 111 112 113 75 29 34 34 34 EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No 831 298071 R1298A ...

Page 17: ... 107 97 98 99 83 84 84 83 82 77 93 93 93 94 101 91 106 62 104 86 92 95 97 98 103 104 72 73 105 101 74 81 85 79 87 89 89 89 89 88 75 86 95 92 93 48 50 80 102 20 20 48 108 78 96 101 78 96 EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No 831 298071 R1298A ...

Page 18: ...nual Model No 831 298071 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the PROFORM L18 treadmill a part is missing or 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 following toll free number 1 800 FON PART 1 800 366 72...

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