Summary of Contents for Healthrider SoftStrider HRTL08980
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Model No. HRTL08980 Serial No. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing com- plete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction through direct assistance from our factory.
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 oxygen is administered.
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The decals shown below and to the right have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legi- ble, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756 to order a free replacement decal.
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number is HRTL08980. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
16 and 17. 3. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Place a mat beneath the treadmill to protect the floor or carpet. For your benefit, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the...
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.
When the console is in the manual mode, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback. The con- sole also offers five preset workout programs.
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C. Reading RackÑAllows you to enjoy your favorite magazine or read a book while you get in shape. D. INCLINE ButtonsÑThese buttons control the incline of the treadmill. Each time a button is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is 3% to 10%.
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DISTANCE/INCLINE display will show the incline setting for seven seconds. After the INCLINE buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting. Follow your progress with the LED displays.
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THE INCLINE PROGRAMS The Speed 1, Speed 2 and Speed 3 programs automat- ically control the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts; the Incline 1 and Incline 2 programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill.
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See step 7 on page 10. When you are finished exercising, remove the key. Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at 3%. The incline must be at 3% when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged.
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THE INFORMATION MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour.
1. Hold the handrails and place one foot on the base. 2. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels. Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location. To re- duce the risk of injury, use extreme caution while moving the treadmill.
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, push the storage latch to the left. Pivot the treadmill until the storage latch is past the catch.
3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.
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If you weigh over 200 pounds, it may also be helpful to increase the incline of the treadmill. If the error code appears again, call our Customer Service Department. Do not operate the tread- mill until the problem is corrected.
If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone.
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Cooling Down End each workout with five to ten minutes of stretching to cool down. This will develop muscle flexibility and will help to prevent post-exercise problems. SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown in the drawings at the right.
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PART LISTÑModel No. HRTL08980 No. Qty. Description Rear Roller Isolator Hood Screw Hood Bracket Clip Handrail Walking Platform Frame Pivot Bolt Screw Rear Platform Screw Cable Tie Clamp Small Screw Releasable Tie 8Ó Cable Tie Belly Pan Hood Frame Pivot Spacer...
Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). Before calling, please note the following information: ¥ The MODEL NUMBER of the product (HRTL08980). ¥ The NAME of the product (HealthRider ¥ The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual).