Bodyguard T240S User manual

691035
Treadmills
USER’S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Designed and engineered in Canada
Bodyguard, cardiovascular exercise
machine manufacturer since 1969
Part. no. 691049

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A BODYGUARD FITNESS TREADMILL ........................................................... 4!
1.!OPERATING YOUR TREADMILL ....................................................................................................................... 10!
1.1.!GETTING TO KNOW THE COMPUTER DISPLAY MONITOR ....................................................................................10!
1.1.1.!T240S-T280S-T520S ..............................................................................................................................................10!
1.1.2.!T260P-T260F-T270.................................................................................................................................................11!
1.1.3.!T280P......................................................................................................................................................................12!
1.1.4.!T520P......................................................................................................................................................................13!
1.1.5.!T460XC-T560X .......................................................................................................................................................14!
1.1.6.!Console and Parameters Glossary .........................................................................................................................15!
1.2.!GETTING TO KNOW THE BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE CONSOLE .........................................................................18!
1.2.1.!Pause During an Exercise.......................................................................................................................................18!
1.2.2.!Scan Function .........................................................................................................................................................18!
1.2.3.!Viewing Exercise Parameters .................................................................................................................................18!
1.2.4.!Saving an Exercise (Memory) .................................................................................................................................19!
1.2.5.!Using the iTek Key ..................................................................................................................................................19
2.!SETTINGS MENU ................................................................................................................................................ 20!
2.1.!ACCESS TO SETTINGS MENU...................................................................................................................................20!
2.2.!LANGUAGE SELECTION.............................................................................................................................................21!
2.3.!WEIGHT UNIT SELECTION .........................................................................................................................................21!
2.4.!USER IDENTIFICATION...............................................................................................................................................21!
2.5.!DISTANCE UNIT SELECTION .....................................................................................................................................23!
2.6.!WARM UP OPTION ......................................................................................................................................................23!
2.7.!COOL DOWN OPTION.................................................................................................................................................24!
2.8.!HEART RATE CONTROL OPTION ..............................................................................................................................24!
2.9.!BEEPER OPTION.........................................................................................................................................................24!
2.10.!SPEED LIMITS OPTION...............................................................................................................................................25!
2.11.!CUSTOM PROGRAM / LEARN PROGRAM.................................................................................................................25!
2.12.!PAUSE DURATION ......................................................................................................................................................26!
2.13.!BIG NUMBERS OPTION ..............................................................................................................................................26!
2.14.!AUTO POWER OFF OPTION.......................................................................................................................................26!
2.15.!MEMORY OPTION .......................................................................................................................................................26!
2.16.!CONSOLE LOCK OPTION ...........................................................................................................................................27!
2.17.!INCLINE LIMITS OPTION.............................................................................................................................................27!
2.18.!PRESET SPEED (T280P-T460XC-T560X) ..................................................................................................................27!
2.19.!USER ID KEY (T280P-T460XC-T560X) ......................................................................................................................27!
2.20.!STATS KEY (T280P, T460XC AND T560X) ...................................................................................................................28!
2.21.!CLOCK OPTION ...........................................................................................................................................................29!
2.22.!TURBO TRAINING OPTION.........................................................................................................................................30!
2.23.!WEIGHT VALUE (T240S-T280S-T520S) .....................................................................................................................30
3.!EXERCISE PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................................................... 31!
PROGRAM CATEGORIES GRID ............................................................................................................................................31!
PROGRAM LEVEL...................................................................................................................................................................32!
3.1.!JUSTGOTM ....................................................................................................................................................................32!
3.2.!MANUAL PROGRAM....................................................................................................................................................32!
3.3.!HILL PROGRAM ...........................................................................................................................................................33!
3.4. !WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM..........................................................................................................................................33!
3.5. !CALORIE GOAL PROGRAM........................................................................................................................................34!
3.6. !DISTANCE GOAL PROGRAM......................................................................................................................................34!
3.7. !INTERVAL PROGRAM .................................................................................................................................................34!
3.8. !RANDOM PROGRAM...................................................................................................................................................35!
3.9. !WALK PROGRAM.........................................................................................................................................................35!
3.10. !SPEED RUN PROGRAM..............................................................................................................................................36!
3.11. !HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM .........................................................................................................................36!
3.12. !HEART RATE INTERVAL PROGRAM .........................................................................................................................37!

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3.13. !FITNESS TEST.............................................................................................................................................................38!
3.14. CARDIOVASCULAR PROGRAM .................................................................................................................................39!
3.15. !ADVANCED HILLS PROGRAM....................................................................................................................................40!
3.16. !TRACK PROGRAM.......................................................................................................................................................40!
3.17. !RUNNER’S INTERVALS PROGRAM ...........................................................................................................................40!
3.18. !TURBO TRAINING PROGRAM....................................................................................................................................41!
3.19. !CUSTOM PROGRAMS (T270 = LEARN PROGRAMS)......................................................................................................42!
3.20. !MEMORY PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................................42
4.!HEART RATE MONITORING .............................................................................................................................. 43!
4.1.!CONTACT HEART RATE SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................43!
4.2.!HEART RATE CHEST STRAP .....................................................................................................................................43
5.!DIAGNOSTICS MENU ......................................................................................................................................... 45!
5.1.!NVRAM TEST ...............................................................................................................................................................45!
5.2.!KEYPAD TEST..............................................................................................................................................................46!
5.3.!DISPLAY TEST.............................................................................................................................................................46!
5.4.!SOUND TEST ...............................................................................................................................................................46!
5.5.!HEART RATE TEST .....................................................................................................................................................46!
5.6.!SAFETY KEY TEST......................................................................................................................................................46!
5.7.!BELT ALIGNMENT TEST .............................................................................................................................................47!
5.8.!MOTOR CHECK ...........................................................................................................................................................47!
5.9.!CURRENT TEST...........................................................................................................................................................47!
5.10.!ESC TEST.....................................................................................................................................................................48!
5.11.!SPEED SENSOR TEST................................................................................................................................................48!
5.12.!ERROR LOG.................................................................................................................................................................48!
5.13.!MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................48!
5.14.!STATISTICS..................................................................................................................................................................49!
5.15.!USB PORT TEST..........................................................................................................................................................49
6.!MAINTENANCE INFORMATION......................................................................................................................... 50!
6.1.!GENERAL CARE ..........................................................................................................................................................50!
6.2.!BELT AND RUNNING DECK........................................................................................................................................50!
6.3.!APPLYING BELT LUBRICANT.....................................................................................................................................50!
6.4.!TREADMILL PARTS .....................................................................................................................................................51!
6.5.!QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST.................................................................................................................52!
6.6.!ERROR CODES............................................................................................................................................................53!
6.7.!USB PORT....................................................................................................................................................................54!
6.8.!INCLINE CALIBRATION ...............................................................................................................................................54!
6.9.!SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................................................................................54!
6.10.!INTERFERENCE LIMITS REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................................55!
6.11.!IPAD COMPATIBILITY..................................................................................................................................................55!

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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A BODYGUARD FITNESS TREADMILL
Bodyguard Fitness is dedicated to designing and manufacturing the very best performing fitness equipment on the market.
This manual outlines the use, safety, and basic maintenance for your Bodyguard Fitness Treadmill.
Whenever you require service for your fitness equipment, be prepared to provide your Bodyguard Fitness dealer with the
machine’s model number, serial number and date of purchase. The model number and serial numbers are located at the
front of the machine. Be sure to write this information in the space provided below.
Product Name
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Dealer Store Name
Dealer Phone Number
Please fill out the warranty registration card and return it to Bodyguard Fitness within 30 days of the date of purchase for
registration of your treadmill warranty. Your returned warranty registration card is important in helping us keep you up-to-
date with all the latest treadmill product additions. Also, the warranty card is used to establish the actual sale date. Note that
you can also quickly register online at www.bodyguardfitness.com.
NOTE – If you omit to send your warranty card to Bodyguard Fitness or register online, Bodyguard Fitness will use the
dealer purchase date as the commencement of your warranty time.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO ASSEMBLE OR USE
THIS EXERCISE EQUIPMENT
To ensure that you get the maximum benefit from the engineering that has gone into your machine,
we recommend that you read this manual carefully before attempting to assemble and use your
treadmill. Save these instructions and refer to this manual if you are unfamiliar with the operation of
the machine.
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WARNING –Before using any Bodyguard Equipment, read this owner’s manual carefully.
Use of this equipment by people with heart or other medical problems may result in serious injury.
Consult your physician before using this equipment, and continue to do so periodically as you
continue to use this equipment. Cease exercising immediately if you feel dizzy, faint or short of
breath. Using this equipment improperly or in a manner other than that prescribed by these
instructions may result in serious injury.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug this appliance from the
electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

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FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
•Do not place towels or clothing on any part of the treadmill.
•Do not place liquids near the computer console, electrical power plug, ON/OFF switch or any part
of the treadmill.
•Before disconnecting the power, exit the program screen, and then turn power OFF. To reduce any
risk of electrical shock, do not pull the power cord by the cable. Gently remove the plug from the
wall outlet.
•Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord is damaged or if the treadmill is not working
correctly. If the power cord is damaged, please contact your distributor or manufacturer to have it
replaced.
oThe rating of the power cord must be 15 amps (125 volts AC).
oFor International (Non North American) versions of these treadmills, note that the power
cord to be used for replacement must be rated 10 amps minimum (250 Volts AC) and must
be at least 2.5 meters (or 8 feet) long.
•Keep the power cord away from all moving parts of the treadmill, such as the incline arm and front
transport wheels.
•Place the equipment in such a way that the power can be easily disconnected.
•The treadmill should not be boxed in by furniture or obstacles. Keep all sides of the treadmill clear
of obstructions.
•Do not allow unsupervised children, invalids, or disabled persons near the treadmill and keep the
safety key out of the reach of children.
•Do not allow children, invalids, or disabled persons near the treadmill when in operation.
•Wear proper exercise footwear when using the treadmill. Do not use the treadmill in bare feet or in
socks. It is normal for the treadmill belt to dislodge soil or pebbles lodged in the soles of your
shoes. It is recommended to clean the soles of your shoes before using the treadmill.
•Never use the treadmill with more than one person on the belt.
•Never try to accelerate or decelerate the speed of the running belt by pushing on it or trying to stop
it, with or without power.
•Always face towards the computer display and never run backwards on the belt.
•An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in
use, and before putting on or taking off parts.
•Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments
not recommended by the manufacturer.
•Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair,
and the like.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
•Do not use the treadmill if you weight exceeds400 lbs (182 kg).

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ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
CAUTION – This equipment is intended to be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-pronged AC outlet. See Grounding Instructions on page 8. The third grounding prong must never be
removed. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug. If an extension cord has to be used, it
must be the same gauge and type of cord that equips the treadmill. Contact a licensed electrician to
replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet.
WARNING – To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this machine to rain
or moisture. Do not install the machine outdoors or near swimming pools, sauna rooms or high
humidity environments. Refer servicing to qualified Bodyguard Service personnel only. If you have any
questions about the assembly, proper use or repair of your treadmill, please contact your local
Bodyguard Fitness Dealer. All necessary adjustments or repairs during the warranty period must be
made by an Authorized Bodyguard Fitness Dealer.
IMPORTANT NOTICE – This treadmill should be plugged into a dedicated 15 amps
circuit in order to avoid functional problems. For more information, please contact our Customer
Service Department at: 1 888 407-3784.
USING THE EMERGENCY STOP SYSTEM
This treadmill is equipped with an emergency stop system comprising of a safety clip and a magnetic
key. The clip is tied to a cord that when pulled will remove the magnetic key, opening a switch inside
the console. This will stop the running belt and put the console into a PAUSE mode for the
countdown duration displayed on screen.
Before starting your workout, test that this system works correctly by following the steps below.
1. Attach the safety clip to your clothing and make sure the magnetic key is located in its correct
position on the console. NOTE: If the magnetic key is not positioned correctly, the message ''PUT
SAFETY KEY'' will appear on screen.
2. Place your feet on the footrests and press the JUSTGO button to start the treadmill. The belt will
start moving slowly at 0.5 mph (0.8 km/h). IMPORTANT: DO NOT increase the speed for this test.
3. Step onto the belt and begin walking making sure you are located in the middle of the workout
area.
4. Slow your walking pace and let the belt take you to the back of the treadmill belt area. As you
approach the rear of the treadmill belt area the safety clip cord will pull and remove the magnetic
safety key from its location on the console causing the running belt to stop.
5. If you feel the distance is too long before the running belts stops, you may reduce the length of the
cord. IMPORTANT: For your safety, DO NOT lengthen the cord under any circumstances.
Always use the safety clip when exercising on the treadmill. If the magnetic key is removed while
you are exercising, the running belt will come to a stop and the treadmill will enter into a PAUSE
mode. You will need to place back the magnetic key into its correct position and press the
JUSTGO button to restart the treadmill.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
DANGER – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product –if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C
may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet
(sketch A).
SAVE THESE SAFETY NOTICE.

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KNOW YOUR HEART RATE
WARNING –Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercising may result in
serious injury or death. If you feel faint stop exercising immediately.
To determine your recommended heart rate level and help select the correct type of exercise program
you wish to follow, see the graphic below. An approximate of your maximum heart rate (MHR) is
calculated as follows: MHR = 220 –Age.
For the T270
For all other models

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1. OPERATING YOUR TREADMILL
All Bodyguard Fitness treadmills have a Power Switch located at the front of the treadmill beside the power cord receptacle.
Turning the power switch on will light up the console. If your console does not light up, it may be in Auto Power Off (Sleep)
mode. Press the Stop key to wake the console from Sleep mode. If the console still does not light up, refer to section 6.5.
The treadmill comes with a magnetic safety key. The key’s magnet must be inserted in the appropriate slot in the console for
the treadmill to be functional. For security purposes, make sure you attach the key’s clip to your clothes before starting to
exercise.
The T240S-T280S-T520S treadmills contain a LED (light emitting diode) computer display monitor. T260P-T260F-T270-
T280P-T460XC-T520P-T560X treadmills contain a LCD (liquid crystal display) computer display monitor. The T460XC-
T520P-T560X also has 2 white LED (light emitting diode) data windows.
The control functions, unique programs and features have been designed with you in mind, to offer the best possible
exercise by displaying important and clear information regarding your exercise progress. For the best exercise results,
please familiarize yourself with the functions of the computer display monitor and each program.
1.1. GETTING TO KNOW THE COMPUTER DISPLAY MONITOR
1.1.1. T240S-T280S-T520S
The computer display monitor consists of five data windows. Refer to the glossary section 1.1.6 to find information about the
T240S-T280S-T520S console: DATA WINDOWS, MAIN KEYPAD and SAFETY KEY. In section 1.1.6, you will also find
information about the parameters displayed on the T240S-T280S-T520S: CALORIES, CALORIES/HOUR, DISTANCE,
ELAPSED TIME, HEART RATE, INCLINE and SPEED.

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1.1.2. T260P-T260F-T270
The computer display monitor features a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dots central matrix to display exercise profiles,
information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and an alphanumeric message center at the bottom
of the screen. Refer to the glossary in section 1.1.6 to find information about the T260P-T260F-T270 console: MAIN
KEYPAD, PROFILE DISPLAY, SAFETY KEY, SCROLLING SCREEN and the USB PORT (T260P & T260F only).
In section 1.1.6, you will also find information about the parameters displayed on the T260P-T260F-T270. CALORIES,
CALORIES/HOUR, DISTANCE, ELAPSED TIME, GOAL %, HEART RATE, INCLINE, MAXIMUM HEART RATE %, SPEED
and TARGET BPM are each permanently displayed on the console during a program. On a T270 CALORIES REMAINING,
CALORIES SEGMENT, DISTANCE REMAINING, DISTANCE SEGMENT, PACE, TIME REMAINING and TIME SEGMENT
are displayed on the scrolling screen during a program. AVERAGE SPEED, CALORIES BURNED, TOTAL DISTANCE and
TOTAL EXERCISE TIME are displayed on the scrolling screen at the end of the workout during the program summary. On a
T260P-T260F CALORIES REMAINING, CALORIES SEGMENT, DISTANCE REMAINING, DISTANCE SEGMENT,
ELEVATION CHANGE, METS, PACE, TIME IN ZONE, TIME REMAINING and TIME SEGMENT are displayed on the
scrolling screen during a program. AVERAGE SPEED, CALORIES BURNED, TOTAL ELEVATION CHANGE, TOTAL TIME
IN ZONE, TOTAL DISTANCE and TOTAL EXERCISE TIME are displayed on the scrolling screen at the end of the workout
during the program summary.
T260P-T260F Main Keypad
T270 Main Keypad

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The vertical axes show the speed and incline values. A matrix of 20 horizontal segments and 13 vertical levels is displayed
in the center of the screen. Horizontally, each segment (dot) represents one twentieth of the length of the exercise.
Vertically, each dot represents either 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph), or a 1.5% change in incline. A graduated bar on the right of the
central matrix shows that the vertical dots indicates Speed. If the graduated bar is on the left of the matrix, the points
indicates Incline.
Every exercise program begins on the left-hand side of the screen and ends when it has reached the right-hand side of the
screen. A flashing dot shows your progress in the program. As the speed and incline increases, the profile moves towards
the top of the screen. At the bottom of the screen, a scrolling message center indicates various exercise parameters not
shown in the dedicated windows.
1.1.3. T280P
The computer display monitor features a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dots central matrix to display exercise profiles,
information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and a message center at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to the glossary in section 1.1.6 to find information about the T280P console: MAIN KEYPAD, PRESET SPEED KEYS,
PROFILE DISPLAY, PROGRAM QUICK KEYS, QUICK INCLINE KEYS, QUICK SPEED KEYS, SAFETY KEY,
SCROLLING SCREEN, STATS AND USER ID KEYS and the USB PORT. In section 1.1.6, you will also find information
about the parameters displayed on the T280P. CALORIES, CALORIES/HOUR, DISTANCE, ELAPSED TIME, GOAL %,
HEART RATE, INCLINE, MAXIMUM HEART RATE %, SPEED and TARGET BPM are each permanently displayed on the
console during a program. CALORIES REMAINING, CALORIES SEGMENT, DISTANCE REMAINING, DISTANCE
SEGMENT, ELEVATION CHANGE, METS, PACE, TIME IN ZONE, TIME REMAINING and TIME SEGMENT are displayed
on the scrolling screen during a program. AVERAGE SPEED, CALORIES BURNED, TOTAL ELEVATION CHANGE, TOTAL
TIME IN ZONE, TOTAL DISTANCE and TOTAL EXERCISE TIME are displayed on the scrolling screen at the end of the
workout during the program summary.

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The vertical axes show the speed and incline values. A matrix of 20 horizontal segments and 13 vertical levels is displayed
in the center of the screen. Horizontally, each segment (dot) represents one twentieth of the length of the exercise.
Vertically, each dot represents either 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph), or a 1.5% change in incline. A graduated bar on the right of the
central matrix shows that the vertical dots indicates Speed. If the graduated bar is on the left of the matrix, the points
indicates Incline.
Every exercise program begins on the left-hand side of the screen and ends when it has reached the right-hand side of the
screen. A flashing dot shows your progress in the program. As the speed and incline increases, the profile moves towards
the top of the screen. At the bottom of the screen, a scrolling message center indicates various exercise parameters not
shown in the dedicated windows.
1.1.4. T520P
The computer display monitor features a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dots central matrix to display exercise profiles,
information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and a message center at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to the glossary in section 1.1.6 to find information about the T520P console: MAIN KEYPAD, PROFILE DISPLAY,
SAFETY KEY and SCROLLING SCREEN and the USB PORT.
In section 1.1.6, you will also find information about the parameters displayed on the T520P. CALORIES,
CALORIES/HOUR, DISTANCE, ELAPSED TIME, GOAL %, HEART RATE, INCLINE, MAXIMUM HEART RATE %, SPEED
and TARGET BPM are each permanently displayed on the console during a program. CALORIES REMAINING, CALORIES
SEGMENT, DISTANCE REMAINING, DISTANCE SEGMENT, ELEVATION CHANGE, METS, PACE, TIME IN ZONE, TIME
REMAINING and TIME SEGMENT are displayed on the scrolling screen during a program. AVERAGE SPEED, CALORIES
BURNED, TOTAL ELEVATION CHANGE, TOTAL TIME IN ZONE, TOTAL DISTANCE and TOTAL EXERCISE TIME are
displayed on the scrolling screen at the end of the workout during the program summary.

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The vertical axes show the speed and incline values. A matrix of 20 horizontal segments and 13 vertical levels is displayed
in the center of the screen. Horizontally, each segment (dot) represents one twentieth of the length of the exercise.
Vertically, each dot represents either 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph), or a 1.5% change in incline. A graduated bar on the right of the
central matrix shows that the vertical dots indicates Speed. If the graduated bar is on the left of the matrix, the points
indicates Incline.
Every exercise program begins on the left-hand side of the screen and ends when it has reached the right-hand side of the
screen. A flashing dot shows your progress in the program. As the speed and incline increases, the profile moves towards
the top of the screen. At the bottom of the screen, a scrolling message center indicates various exercise parameters not
shown in the dedicated windows.
1.1.5. T460XC-T560X
The computer display monitor features two white LED windows for data display, a main screen comprising a 20 x 13 dot
central matrix to display exercise profiles, information windows showing the parameters of the exercise under way and a
message center at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to the glossary in section 1.1.6 to find information about the T460XC-T560X console: MAIN KEYPAD, PRESET
SPEED KEYS, PROFILE DISPLAY, PROGRAM QUICK KEYS, QUICK INCLINE KEYS, QUICK SPEED KEYS, SAFETY
KEY, SCROLLING SCREEN, STATS AND USER ID KEYS and the USB PORT. In section 1.1.6 you will also find
information about the parameters displayed on the T460XC-T560X. CALORIES, CALORIES/HOUR, DISTANCE, ELAPSED
TIME, GOAL %, HEART RATE, INCLINE, MAXIMUM HEART RATE %, SPEED, and TARGET BPM are each permanently
displayed on the console during a program. CALORIES REMAINING, CALORIES SEGMENT, DISTANCE REMAINING,
DISTANCE SEGMENT, ELEVATION CHANGE, METS, PACE, TIME IN ZONE, TIME REMAINING and TIME SEGMENT
are displayed on the scrolling screen during a program. AVERAGE SPEED, CALORIES BURNED, TOTAL ELEVATION
CHANGE, TOTAL TIME IN ZONE, TOTAL DISTANCE and TOTAL EXERCISE TIME are displayed on the scrolling screen
at the end of the workout during the program summary.

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The vertical axes show the speed and incline values. A matrix of 20 horizontal segments and 13 vertical levels is displayed
in the center of the screen. Horizontally, each segment (dot) represents one twentieth of the length of the exercise.
Vertically, each dot represents either 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph), or a 1.5% change in incline. A graduated bar on the right of the
central matrix shows that the vertical dots indicates Speed. If the graduated bar is on the left of the matrix, the points
indicates Incline.
Every exercise program begins on the left-hand side of the screen and ends when it has reached the right-hand side of the
screen. A flashing dot shows your progress in the program. As the speed and incline increases, the profile moves towards
the top of the screen. At the bottom of the screen, a scrolling message center indicates various exercise parameters not
shown in the dedicated windows.
1.1.6. Console and Parameters Glossary
MAIN KEYPAD (T240S-T260P-T260F-T280S-T280P-T520S-T520P). The main keypad has 9 silicone keys. From the left to
right these keys are: INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE, iTek, COOL DOWN, STOP, JustGoTM (ENTER) and
INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED.
MAIN KEYPAD (T270). The main keypad has 8 silicone keys. From the left to right these keys are: INCREASE/DECREASE
INCLINE, COOL DOWN, PAUSE, STOP, JustGoTM (ENTER) and INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED.
MAIN KEYPAD (T460XC-T560X). The T460XC-T560X main keypad has 3 silicone keys. From the left to right these keys
are: iTek (Home),STOP (PAUSE) and JustGoTM (ENTER). The T460XC-T560X also has INCREASE/DECREASE
INCLINE keys and INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys on the contact heart rate bar. PAUSE and COOL DOWN buttons
are not placed on the T460XC-T560X. You can pause an exercise by pressing the STOP button once and Cool Downs can
be programmed directly in the settings menu.
JustGoTM. Allows you to simply push the button and start the workout from the MAIN Menu. You can press this key
twice to skip the 3, 2, 1 countdown. The JustGoTM button is also used as an ENTER key in various menus.
STOP. Lets you cancel a program, exit the current program or exit a menu. Use the STOP key to stop the running belt
if you wish or need to stop quickly during an exercise. T460XC-T560X: During a program pressing the STOP button
once will pause the program. See details below.
PAUSE (Designated button on T270 model only). Lets you temporarily stop the program and hold the current workout
without erasing the parameters. Press JustGoTM to resume. Press STOP to erase all parameters and to return to the
MAIN Menu.
COOL DOWN (Designated COOL DOWN key on T240S-T260P-T260F-T270-T280S-T280P-T520S and T520P). Press
this key to begin an automatically customized workout cool-down.
INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED. Pressing these keys allows you to modify the speed of the running belt during the
exercise. If you continuously hold down a key, the speed display will gradually change (0.1 km/h or 0.1 mph at a time).
Release the key when you have selected your desired exercise speed. The treadmill belt will slowly change to reach
the speed you want. On the display monitor, the desired speed will be displayed flashing until that speed has been
attained. These keys also allow you to select the programs and parameters prior to each exercise.
INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE. Pressing these keys allows you to modify the slope of the running belt during the
exercise. If you continuously hold down a key, the incline display will gradually change (0.5% at a time). Release the
key when you have selected your desired exercise incline. The incline of the treadmill will slowly change. On the
display monitor, the desired incline will be displayed flashing until it has been attained. These keys also allow you to
select the programs and parameters prior to each exercise.
iTek (all models except T270). When at the MAIN Menu pressing the iTek button once allows you to access the
SETTINGS Menu (see section 2 for more details about the SETTINGS Menu). When at the MAIN Menu pressing and
holding the iTek button for 3 seconds allows you to access the DIAGNOSTICS Menu (see section 5 for more details
about the DIAGNOSTICS Menu). When in one of the general menus pressing the iTek button will act as a Home key
and cancel all data and return the user to the MAIN Menu.
PROFILE DISPLAY (all models except T240S-T280S-T520S). During an exercise, you can change the type of profile
displayed by pressing the JustGoTM key once. To alternate the speed and incline profiles displayed on-screen, simply hold
the JustGoTM key down for 3 seconds before releasing it. To exit this mode, press the JustGoTM key once again.

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QUICK KEYS (T280P, T460XC and T560X only).
USER ID KEY. This key allows you to access the USER ID Menu. In this menu you may create or select a user ID. To
select a saved user ID scroll through the list by continually pressing the USER ID button or by pressing the USER ID
key once and then by pressing one of the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys.
STATS KEY. Each user listed in the USER ID key can record statistics to their personal data file. The STATS key
allows you to view the stored statistics of the current user. To enter this menu, a user ID must have been previously
selected.
QUICK SPEED KEYS. These keys allow you to quickly modify the speed of the belt during an exercise without having
to use the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys.
PROGRAM QUICK KEYS. These 3 keys allow you to quickly access the
program category of your choice. From left to right the 1st button leads you to
a series of Basic Programs; the 2nd leads you to the Cardio Programs
(Programs that require a heart rate chest strap) and the 3rd key on the right
leads you to Advanced Programs which include the Memory and Custom Programs. See the grid at the beginning
of section 3 for more information.
QUICK INCLINE KEYS. These keys allow you to quickly modify the incline of the belt during an exercise to a preset
incline without having to use the INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE keys.
PRESET SPEED KEY. These two keys allow you to quickly modify the speed of the belt while exercising to any
preprogrammed speed without having to hold the INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE keys. To store a speed, manually
change the speed of the belt to your desired value and then press and hold down the preset A or B key for 1 second
and it will save the speed in the memory. To recall that speed, just press the preset key again. If you had a user ID
selected while completing this process the values will follow the user ID each time they log in. If no user ID was
selected, the values will be cleared from the memory after the workout.
SAFETY KEY. The magnetic safety key must be inserted in the appropriate slot in the console for the treadmill to be
functional. For security purposes, make sure to attach the key clip to your clothes prior to starting an exercise.
SCROLLING SCREEN (with the exception of the S series T240S-T280S-T520S) AND DATA WINDOWS (on all models).
The scrolling screen and the data windows show various parameters during the exercise program (SPEED, TIME, etc.) and
final results are displayed at the end of a workout (CALORIES BURNED, AVERAGE SPEED, etc).
AVERAGE SPEED. At the end of a program; the average speed value is displayed for the entire workout.
CALORIES. Indicates your total caloric expenditure from the start of the workout.
This parameter displays an evaluation of the real values of your exercise. The evaluations are based on formal
information, tests and are supported by specialists and physicians.
CALORIES/HOUR. Indicates your hourly caloric expenditure based on your weight input and actual exercise intensity
level.
CALORIES BURNED. At the end of a workout; the approximate caloric expenditure is displayed for the entire
workout period.
DISTANCE. Displays the total distance in miles or kilometers from the start of the workout, ranging from 0.00 to 99.99
miles or 0.00 to 99.99 km.
ELAPSED TIME. Indicates the amount of time accumulated from the start of any program. The time will range from 0
to a maximum of 99 minutes during the JustGoTM program and from 0 to 6 hours during the Manual program. The
other programs are limited to 99 minutes.
ELEVATION CHANGE. The elevation change (indicated as ELEV CHNG) is displayed both during the program and in
the Workout Summary at the end of the workout. It indicates the change in elevation during the workout. If no incline is
used during the exercise, the value will be 0 feet (if the value is miles) or 0 meters (if the unit is kilometers). If the user
uses a negative value during the exercise (-3% incline for example), the negative value will be subtracted from any
positive values. (e.g. if 50% of the workout is completed at 3% incline and 50% is completed at -3% incline then the
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GOAL %. Indicates the percentage of your goal achieved.
HEART RATE. Displays your current heart rate as transmitted by the chest strap (optional on some models) or your
hands on the contact heart rate bars (at less than 4mph) if you are not using a chest strap. The display is shown in
beats per minute (BPM).
INCLINE. Displays the slope of the running belt in terms of percentage. For example, a one percent (1%) slope is equal
to one foot (or one meter) climbed for every 100 feet (or 100 meters) covered.
T240S-T260P-T260F-T270-T520S-T520P: Incline goes from 0 % to 15%.
T280S-T280P-T460XC-T560X: Incline goes from -3% to 15%.
MAXIMUM HEART RATE %. Displays your current BPM (beats per minute) percentage in relation to your maximum
BPM. Go to Know your Heart Rate on page 9 for more information. If you are wearing a chest strap and are exercising
in a Heart Rate program, the maximum heart rate % will be automatically shown.
METS. Indicates the ratio of working metabolism over the resting metabolism.
PACE. Indicates how long it will take to complete one mile or one kilometer at your current speed. Pace per mile or
kilometer is shown in minutes and seconds.
SPEED. Indicates speed in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.
T240S-T260P-T260F: Range speed is 0.5 to 11 mph or 0.8 to 17.7 km/h.
T270-T280S-T280P-T460XC-T520S-T520P-T560X: Range speed is 0.5 to 12 mph or 0.8 to 19.2 km/h.
TARGET BPM. Shows your target heart rate in beats per minute if you are using a Cardio program.
TARGET REMAINING. Indicates the time (or calories or distance) left once a program has started.
The parameters shown depend on the selected program (Time Goal, Calories Goal, Distance Goal).
TIME REMAINING. Indicates the time left before reaching your goal.
CALORIES REMAINING. Indicates the number of calories remaining to burn before reaching your goal.
DISTANCE REMAINING. Indicates the number of miles or kilometers left before reaching your goal.
DURATION SEGMENT. Indicates the time (or calories and distance) remaining during the current segment. The
parameters shown depend on the selected program (Time Goal, Calories Goal, Distance Goal).
TIME SEGMENT. Indicates the time remaining before the end of the current segment.
CALORIES SEGMENT. Indicates the number of calories to burn before the end of the current segment.
DISTANCE SEGMENT. Indicates the number of miles or kilometers left before the end of the current
segment.
TIME IN ZONE (TIZ). This parameter is only displayed in Heart Rate Control programs where the treadmill will change
either speed, incline or both speed and incline together to keep someone in a particular zone. In the Heart Rate
Control program, if the user chooses to workout in the Fat Burning Zone, the total time spent between 60 and 69% of
their training zone will be counted and displayed during and at the end of the exercise.
TOTAL DISTANCE. At the end of an exercise; displays the distance traveled for the entire workout.
TOTAL EXERCISE TIME. At the end of an exercise; displays the length of the exercise in minutes and seconds.
USB PORT. The USB Port can be used for software updates and various program based features.

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1.2. GETTING TO KNOW THE BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE CONSOLE
Before starting your workout, read the following functions of your treadmill and then, in section 2, get to know the various
console settings.
Please refer to the following grid to know which sections of this chapter concern your treadmill.
Base functions
T240S-T280S
T520S
T270
T260P-T260F
T280P-T520P
T460XC-T560X
1.2.1 Pause During an Exercise
1.2.1
1.2.1
1.2.1
1.2.1
1.2.2 Scan Function
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1.2.2
1.2.2
1.2.2
1.2.3 Viewing Exercise Parameters
1.2.3
1.2.3
1.2.3
1.2.3
1.2.4 Saving an Exercise (Memory)
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1.2.4
1.2.4
1.2.4
1.2.5 Using the iTek Key
1.2.5
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1.2.5
1.2.5
1.2.1. Pause During an Exercise
You can pause during a workout by pressing the designated Pause key (T270 only) or by pressing the STOP key once (all
other models). When this key is pressed, the motor will stop and, within seconds, the running belt will slow down to 0 mph (0
km/h). The stop is gradual, allowing the user to safely come to a complete stop. The incline will remain at the level it was
prior to the pause.
To pause during an exercise:
1. Press the designated Pause key (T270 only) or the STOP key (all other models) whenever you feel the need to stop or
pause during the workout. A message indicating the pause time remaining is displayed on the screen (T240S-T280S-
T520S): The abbreviation “P.A.U.” will appear in the incline window to indicate that you are in pause mode. The pause
time remaining will appear in the time window). The pause countdown will only start once the running belt has come to a
complete stop.
2. If you wish to resume exercising, simply press the JustGoTM key to restart the running belt.
3. If you wish to cancel the workout during the pause, simply press the STOP key. The workout will be terminated and a
summary of your exercise parameters, as well as the SAVING/MEMORY option will be displayed (note that the
SAVING/MEMORY option is not available on the T240S-T280S-T520S). If your pause exceeds the duration of the pause
time, the session will terminate automatically and the summary will be displayed.
NOTE – When the safety key is removed, the treadmill will behave as if entering the PAUSE mode.
1.2.2. Scan Function
As you exercise on the T270, the scan function scrolls three exercise parameters across the scrolling screen. These
parameters are PACE, TARGET REMAINING and TARGET SEGMENT. The T260P-T260F-T280P-T460XC-T520P-T560X
display six parameters: PACE, TARGET REMAINING, TARGET SEGMENT, ELEVATION CHANGE, METS and TIME IN
ZONE. Note that TIME IN ZONE is only displayed when training in a Heart Rate Control program.
NOTE – Refer to the glossary at section 1.1.6 to find information about these parameters.
1.2.3. Viewing Exercise Parameters
At the end of each exercise program, the computer will display total exercise parameters: TOTAL DISTANCE, CALORIES
BURNED, TOTAL EXERCISE TIME and AVERAGE SPEED (note that AVERAGE SPEED is not displayed on the T240S-
T280S-T520S). The T260P-T260F-T280P-T460XC-T520P-T560X will display two further parameters: TOTAL ELEVATION
CHANGE and TOTAL TIME IN ZONE.
NOTE – Refer to the glossary at the 1.1.6 section to find information about these parameters.
The total exercise parameters on the T240S-T280S-T520S will loop until the STOP key is pressed and then it will exit to the
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1.2.4. Saving an Exercise (Memory)
Once a program has ended or has been stopped, the user can save up to 20 speed and incline levels from the end of each
on-screen segment and repeat them later. This function is very useful when a workout is particularly interesting and
motivating. All treadmills (except the T240S-T280S-T520S) can create a program or modify an existing one and then save it
for future use, including Heart Rate Control programs. Your Bodyguard treadmill offers a unique option to save and
resume a Heart Rate Control program without the use of a chest strap.
When an exercise program is over or prematurely stopped, the exercise parameters are displayed and the menu offers you
the opportunity to save the exercise. This option is displayed in abbreviated form: SAVE PRESS ENTER followed by NOT
PRESS STOP. If you wish to save the workout, simply press the JustGoTM key and, if you do not wish to save it, simply
press the STOP key. If you choose to save the program a message will indicate under what name your workout was saved.
The T270 treadmill has four (4) spaces available for saving individualized exercise programs and the T260P-T260F-T280P-
T460XC-T520P-T560X have eight (8) spaces available.
1. When SAVE PRESS ENTER appears on screen press the JustGoTM key.
2. The treadmill will indicate under which name the program was saved.
NOTE – If all the available spaces are taken, press the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys to select the space you wish
to overwrite. Press the JustGoTM key to accept.
1.2.5. Using the iTek Key
The iTek key has up to 4 different functions depending on the model.
On all models with an iTek key;
1. When at the welcome screen, press the iTek key once to access the SETTINGS Menu (section 2).
2. When at the welcome screen, press and hold the iTek key for 3 seconds to access the DIAGNOSTICS Menu (section 5).
On a T260P-T260F-T280P-T460XC-T520P-T560X;
3. When exercising in a program, press the iTek button to scroll through various performance statistics.
CURRENT (XX.X): Shows the actual current drawn by the main motor from the drive
AVERAGE CURRENT (XX.X): Shows the current calculated by the maintenance algorithm.
TOTAL EQUIPMENT DISTANCE XXX.X MILES
TIME: XX MONTH, YY DAYS, ZZ HOURS, AA MINUTES
NOTE – To stop seeing the performance stats, press the iTek button until the exercise stats are displayed.
4. When in a general menu, press the iTek button to cancel all data and return to the MAIN Menu (Home Key).

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2. SETTINGS MENU
The T260P-T260F-T270-T280P-T460XC-T520P-T560X treadmills offer a wide range of unique functions allowing the user to
customize the treadmill to their own environment. The T240S-T280S-T520S offer five (5) settings that can be modified.
Refer to the following grid to see the chapter sections that apply to your model.
Settings
T240S-T280S-T520S
T270
T260P-T260F-T280P-
T460XC-T520P-T560X
2.1 Access to SETTINGS Menu
2.1
2.1
2.1
2.2 Language Selection
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2.2
2.2
2.3 Weight Unit Selection
2.3 (S1)
2.3
2.3
2.4 User Identification
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2.4
2.4
2.5 Distance Unit Selection
2.5 (S1)
2.5
2.5
2.6 Warm Up Option
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2.6
2.6
2.7 Cool Down Option
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2.7
2.7
2.8 Heart Rate Control Option
At program setup
2.8
At program setup
2.9 Beeper Option
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2.9
2.9
2.10 Speed Limits Option
2.10 (S3)
2.10
2.10
2.11 Learn Program / Custom Program
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2.11
2.11
2.12 Pause Duration
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2.12
2.12
2.13 Big Numbers Option
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2.13
2.13
2.14 Auto Power Off Option
2.14 (S4)
2.14
2.14
2.15 Saving/Memory Option
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2.15
2.15
2.16 Console Lock Option
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2.16
2.17 Incline Limits Option
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2.17
2.18 Preset Speed
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2.18
2.19 User ID Key
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2.19
2.20 Stats Key
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2.20
2.21 Clock Option
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2.21
2.22 Turbo Training Option
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2.22
2.23 Default Weight
2.23 (S2)
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2.1. ACCESS TO SETTINGS MENU
To enter the SETTINGS Menu do the following;:
T240S-T260P-T260F-T280S-T280P-T460XC-T520S-T520P-T560X
1. Power up the treadmill with the ON/OFF switch at the front of the treadmill.
2. Press the iTek key once.
3. Scroll through the menus with the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and select the setting you wish to access.
4. Press JustGoTM.
T270
1. Power up the treadmill with the ON/OFF switch at the front of the treadmill.
2. When the welcome screen appears, press the INCREASE/DECREASE INCLINE keys at the same time.
3. Once in the SETTINGS Menu, release both keys.
4. Press the JustGoTM key when “SETTINGS MENU” appears on-screen.
5. Scroll through the menu with the INCREASE/DECREASE SPEED keys and select the setting you wish to access.
6. Press JustGoTM.