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USER'S MANUAL

CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

Serial Number
Decal

Model No. 831.297212 

Serial No. 

The serial number is found in the location
shown below. Write the serial number in
the space above for future reference.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Summary of Contents for 831.297212

Page 1: ...efore using this equipment Save this manual for future reference Serial Number Decal Model No 831 297212 Serial No The serial number is found in the location shown below Write the serial number in the space above for future reference SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 ...

Page 2: ...all times 7 The treadmill should be used only by persons weighing 250 pounds or less 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 b...

Page 3: ...the storage latch is fully closed 20 Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months 21 Never insert any object into any opening 22 Always unplug the power cord before per forming the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representa tive Servicing other than the procedures in ...

Page 4: ...y 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 297212 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...

Page 5: ... to the upright position so that both Extension Legs 34 are resting flat on the floor 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight Extension Leg Screw 53 Ð2 Handrail Washer 92 Ð2 Handrail Nut 91 Ð2 Handrail Bolt 93 Ð2 Latch Screw 35 Ð2 53 53 34 40 34 40 1 ASSEMBLY Assembly requires ...

Page 6: ...andrail back to the position shown by the dotted line Repeat until the holes are aligned 5 Attach the Storage Latch 14 to the left Upright 11 with two Latch Screws 35 Be careful not to overtighten the Latch Screws 4 Attach the Right Handrail 7 to the Extension Leg 34 with a Handrail Bolt 90 a Handrail Washer 92 and a Handrail Nut 91 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to attach the Left Handrail not shown 11 34 ...

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: ... Find the clip attached to the key and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing Follow the steps on the page 9 to operate the console 8 CAUTION Before operating the console read the following precautions Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power Always wear the clip see the drawing at the lower right while using the treadmill When the key is removed from the console the ...

Page 9: ...ow your progress with the LED track and the four displays The LED trackÑThe track in the center of the console represent a distance of 1 4 mile As you exercise the indi cators around the track will light one at a time until you have completed 1 4 mile A new lap will then begin SPEED displayÑThis display shows the speed of the walking belt in miles per hour TIME displayÑThis display shows the elaps...

Page 10: ...he catch To protect the floor 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...

Page 11: ...our 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 To decrease the possibility of in jury bend your legs and keep your back straight Storage Latch Unlatched ...

Page 12: ...aker 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 that the power cord is plugged in c Remove the key from the c...

Page 13: ...RD 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 over tighten 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...

Page 14: ...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 the highest number i...

Page 15: ...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 16: ... 48 4 Platform Screw 49 4 Isolator 50 1 Front Roller Pulley Key No Qty Description 51 1 Front Roller Adj Bolt 52 2 Incline Wheel 53 2 Extension Leg Screw 54 1 Power Cord 55 1 Power Cord Grommet 56 1 Circuit Breaker 57 2 Frame Pivot Washer 58 2 Frame Pivot Bolt 59 2 Roller Guard 60 1 Motor Belly Pan 61 6 Cable Tie Clamp 62 4 Rear Platform Screw 63 1 Releasable Tie 64 1 Choke 65 2 Belt Guide 66 12 B...

Page 17: ... 50 47 48 48 39 51 11 23 22 22 58 73 53 40 25 36 37 38 40 89 89 89 60 89 89 89 26 73 61 63 64 73 66 47 53 34 69 66 68 67 48 5 62 33 5 88 84 83 39 85 83 39 66 66 86 42 25 40 57 28 62 16 38 38 15 39 39 87 7 91 13 13 13 13 4 8 3 3 59 59 91 90 92 92 90 74 75 55 54 81 80 31 32 31 38 38 6 31 49 73 72 25 25 89 71 13 61 81 39 39 EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No 831 297212 R1098A ...

Page 18: ...manual Model No 831 297212 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the PROFORM J4i 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 ...

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