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Chapter 4: Programming &     

Operation

Programming & Operation

15” Touchscreen:

Here is a list of programming options available on your CS550 treadmill with 15” Touchscreen. Programming 

and operation may differ depending on the type of console. For more information on programming and 

operation please visit www.truefitness.com.

 

Quick Start:  Begin a manual workout by pressing START. (A manual workout is a   

            workout  where all aspects of the workout (workout time, distance, speed and incline)  

            are decided by the user.

 

Weight Loss:  If weight loss is your primary goal, these programs will get you to an  

             ideal workout.  

 

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Calorie Goal: This workout allows you to choose the number of calories you wish to burn  

    within a specified workout time.  

 

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Weight Loss Hills:  Hill workout divided in work and rest segments with a max speed of 4 mph.   

 

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Rolling Hills:  A series of gradual increasing and decreasing incline changes that simulate  

   rolling hills.   

 

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Walk & Run Intervals:   Segments in this workout are divided in walk and run segments.   

 

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HRC Weight Loss:   Based on age, this is a heart rate controlled workout at 65% of your 

   maximum heart rate.   

 

HRC:  Heart Rate Control monitors your heart rate and automatically adjusts speed and 

 

incline to keep it within a preselected range.   

 

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Target HRC:   The treadmill takes control of speed and incline to maintain the users target  

    Heart Rate.   

 

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HRC Weight Loss:   Based on age, this is a heart rate controlled workout at 65% of your 

   maximum heart rate.    

 

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Aerobic HRC: Based on age, this is a heart rate controlled workout at 80% of your maximum 

   heart rate.    

 

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Distance HRC: 4 fixed-distance HR workouts put the treadmill in control of the user’s speed  

   and incline to maintain the users target Heart Rate.  

Summary of Contents for CS550

Page 1: ...truefitness com 800 426 6570 1 636 272 7100 CS550 Treadmill Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... the TRUE experience Innovation across the full product line has made TRUE successful and is a trademark of the TRUE heritage TRUE s patented Heart Rate Control technology is just one of the remarkable ways we deliver simple and superior performance every user can enjoy and most importantly use to achieve personal health and fitness goals TRUE strives to perfect biomechanically correct and orthope...

Page 3: ...rview 9 Chapter 3 Display Console 10 A 15 Touchscreen B 11 Custom LCD Chapter 4 Programming Operation 16 A 15 Touchscreen B 11 Custom LCD Chapter 5 Care Maintenance 21 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 23 Chapter 7 Additional Information 25 IMPORTANT Product specifications features software are subject to change without notice ...

Page 4: ... 7100 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions 4 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 5: ...ny maintenance activity DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock always unplug the treadmill before cleaning WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire and electric shock or injury to persons follow these instructions Attach the safety clip to your clothing before each workout and while the treadmill is in use Avoid exiting treadmill while leaving the tread belt in motion Never walk or jog backwa...

Page 6: ... sensors or to rest the hand on while operating the activity zone keys but not for stability emergency or continuous use Use indoors only Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered To disconnect power cord first turn power switch to the off position then remove plug from outlet Allow only trained personnel to service this equipment Never use ne...

Page 7: ...this product If it will not fit an electrical outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Your TRUE Fitness product must be properly grounded to reduce risk of shock if the treadmill malfunctions Your treadmill is equipped with an electrical cord which includes an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be inserted into an outlet that has been properly...

Page 8: ...damages as a result of cord or plug modification electrician or service provider if you are is properly grounded or installed on a Place cords away from heat such as baseboards Use care to arrange any cord so it doesn t become an obstacle Grounded Dedicated Line TRUE equipment must be grounded If it should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current...

Page 9: ... Safety Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information Console Contact Heart Rate Pads Safety Key Handrails Belt Straddle Covers Belt Adjustment Decline Foot Optional ...

Page 10: ...2 7100 Chapter 3 Display Console 10 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 11: ...hine are Integrated 15 LCD with Touch Screen technology that has a built in TV integrated iPod connectivity with music and video featuring onscreen navigation Scenic Landscape Perspectives USB connectivity NTSC ATSC OAM digital tuner or PAL SECAM tuner 11 Custom LCD with optional integrated wireless entertainment control integrated iPod connector Please refer to the information in this manual for ...

Page 12: ...grated iPod connectivity 15 LCD with Touchscreen Touch to see a list of available pre set and custom workouts Touch the HRC Button to choose one of five heart rate control programs available If weight loss is the primary goal touch to choose one of five weight loss programs available Language Options Touch Quick Start to begin a manual workout ...

Page 13: ...er workout parameters data display This is one example of a data display Applicable data related to the current workout will be displayed There are several options for data display available Use keypad to enter personal data such as age and weight Use arrows to adjust speed Media Volume Control Buttons Use arrows to adjust incline fan controls one touch speed adjustment buttons Media Control Butto...

Page 14: ...ample of a media display specifically the iPod interface There are additional media display screens for video and other media control your iPod from the touchscreen volume controls This is one example of the television interface display Control and monitor your workout while viewing the television volume controls channel controls ...

Page 15: ... Chapter 3 Display Console 11 Custom LCD Safety warning and Quick Start information USB jack Headphone jack Integrated iPod connectivity Media Controls Program Options Quick Speed Controls Fan Controls Volume Controls Program Options Change Display ...

Page 16: ...100 Chapter 4 Programming Operation 16 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 17: ...ime Weight Loss Hills Hill workout divided in work and rest segments with a max speed of 4 mph Rolling Hills A series of gradual increasing and decreasing incline changes that simulate rolling hills Walk Run Intervals Segments in this workout are divided in walk and run segments HRC Weight Loss Based on age this is a heart rate controlled workout at 65 of your maximum heart rate HRC Heart Rate Con...

Page 18: ...ls Incline intervals are divided in work and rest segments One Big Hill Incline increases to a maximum at the mid point of the workout then decreases to the finish Distance Workouts Pre determined distance workout This workout will only run the selected workout distance of 5K 10K 2mi or 4mi Fitness Tests Gerkin Fitness Test A fitness test used to estimate your VO2 max This test increases speed and...

Page 19: ...ly flat in two minute segments Speed Intervals Zero grade walking or running intervals are in one minute segments Speed Ramp Up Zero grade gradually increases speed then decreases speed changing once per minute Glute Buster A steady pace with a ramp up in incline to the middle of the workout then a gradual decline until the end of the workout Leg Shaper Similiar to Glute Buster but with varying in...

Page 20: ... of speed and incline Fitness Tests Army Fitness Test This is a 2 Mile running test measured against age and gender calculations Navy Fitness Test This is a 1 5 mile running test measured against age and gender Air Force Test This is a 1 5 mile running test measured against age and gender Marines Test This is a 3 Mile running test measured against calculations for male and female ...

Page 21: ...2 7100 Chapter 5 Care Maintenance 21 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 22: ...ld household cleaner DO NOT use paper towels ammonia or acid based cleaners CAUTION Do not use any acidic cleaners Doing so will weaken the paint or powder coatings and may void the TRUE Fitness Warranty Never pour water or spray liquids on any part of the treadmill Allow the treadmill to dry completely before using Frequently vacuum the floor underneath the unit to prevent the accumulation of dus...

Page 23: ...2 7100 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 23 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 24: ...al dealer or service provider to arrange a service call The error codes are there for your protection and we do not recommend that you continue using the unit without consulting a professional Q Is there any maintenance that I need to do to my treadmill A TRUE Fitness encourages our customers to set themselves up with a preventative maintenance contract These can be provided through your dealer or...

Page 25: ...100 Chapter 7 Additional Information 25 Chapter 1 Safety Instructions Chapter 2 Treadmill Overview Chapter 3 Display Console Chapter 4 Programming Operation Chapter 5 Care Maintenance Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Additional Information ...

Page 26: ...er damage or equipment failure resulting from or caused by improper assembly installation failure to follow instructions and warnings in owner s manual accident misuse abuse unauthorized modification or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance TRUE Fitness shall not warrant the performance of the heart rate system on its products as the heart rate system performance varies based on ...

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Page 30: ...k cohesive look but also provides versatile display options for EVERY piece of equipment But that s just the beginning Share what your TRUE World is online with us through our website www truefitness com world or through our social media sites on Facebook and Twitter TRUE World is a community of users Through that community of users we hope to continue the tradition of excellence that is TRUE TRUE...

Page 31: ...er 7 Additional Information CONTACT INFORMATION TRUE FITNESS SERVICE DEPARTMENT 865 HOFF ROAD ST LOUIS MO 63366 1 800 883 8783 HOURS OF OPERATION 8 30 A M 5 00 P M CST TRUE FITNESS HOME OFFICE 865 HOFF ROAD ST LOUIS MO 63366 1 800 426 6570 1 636 272 7100 ...

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