Horizon Fitness Horizon T81 User manual

TREADMILLUSER'S GUIDE

CONGRATULATIONSand THANKYOUforyourpurchaseof thisHorizonSeriestreadmill!
Whetheryour goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, a Horizon Series treadmill
can help you attain it- adding club-quality performance toyour at-home workouts, with the ergonomics
and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster. Because we're committed to
designing fitness equipment from the inside out, we use only the highest quafity components. It's a
commitment we back with one of the strongest frame-to-motor warranty packages in the industry.
Youwantexerciseequipmentthat offers themost comfort,the bestreliability and thehighest quality
in its class.
TheHorizonSeriesderivers.
Important Precautions
Assembly
Before You Begin
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6
13
Treadmill Operation 16
Conditioning Guidelines 24
Troubleshooting &Maintenance 32
Limited Warranty 35
CONTACTINFORMATION Back Panel

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Readall instructions before using this treadmill. Whenusing an electrical product, basic precautions
shouldalwaysbefollowed,including thefollowing:Readaftinstructionsbeforeusing this treadmill.It isthe
responsibilityof the ownertoensurethat aftusersof this treadmill areadequatelyinformedof aft warnings
and precautions.Ifyouhaveany questionsafter readingthis manual,contactCustomerTechSupportat the
numberlisted onthebackpanelof this manual
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GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS
Thisproductmust begrounded.If a treadmill shouldmalfunctionor breakdown,groundingprovidesa path
of leastresistanceforelectrical currentto reducetherisk of electricalshock.Thisproductis equippedwith
a cordhavingan equipment-groundingconductorand a groundingplug. Theplug must bepluggedinto an
appropriateoutlet that is properlyinstafledand groundedin accordancewith local codesand ordinances.
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Improperconnectionof theequipment,groundingconductorcanresult in a risk of
electric shock.Checkwith a qualifiedelectricianorservicemanifyouarein doubt
as to whetherthe productis properlygrounded,Donotmodify the plug provided
iwith the product,if it will not fit the outlet, have properOutletinstalled by a
qualified e!ectrician
This product is for use on a nominal 110-volt circuit
and has a grounding plug that looks like the iflustration
to the right. This product must be used on a dedicated
circuit. Todetermine if you are on a dedicated circuit,
shut off thepower to that circuit and observe if any other
devices lose power. If so, move devices to a different
circuit. Note: Thereare usually multiple outlets on one
circuit. It is recommended that the treadmill be used
with a 20 amp circuit for optimal performance.
3-Pole Grounded Outlet
GROUNDED
TREADMILL
POWERCORD

•Never use the treadmill before securing the safety tether clip toyour clothing.
• Ifyou experienceany kind of pain, including but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness
of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
• Donot wear clothes that might catch on any part of the treadmill.
• Always wear athletic shoes while using this equipment.
• Donot jump on the treadmill.
•Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
• Donot insert or drop any object into any opening.
• Unplug treadmill before moving or cleaning it. Toclean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only, never use solvents. (SeeMAINTENANCE)
• At no time should more than one person be on treadmill while in operation.
• Thetreadmill should not be used bypersons weighing more than 275 pounds. Failure to comply will void
the warranty.
• Thetreadmill is intended for in-home use only. Donot use this treadmill in any commercial, rental, school
or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• Do not use the treadmill in any location that is not temperature controlled, such as but not limited to
garages, porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
• Use the treadmill only as described in this manual
OTHERSAFETYTIPSFORYOURTREADMILL
OPERATION
Toreduce the risk of damaging important components on your treadmill, it is strongly
recommended that your treadmill is plugged into a dedicated 20 amp circuit, without
the use of an additional extension cord and/or power strip. Failure to comply may void
the warranty.
IMPORTANT..Thetreadmill is not compatible with GFCl-equippedoutlets.
It is essential that_fourtreadmifl is usedonlyindoors,in a climate controlledroom.If your treadmill has been
exposedto colder temperaturesor high moistureclimates, it is strongly recommendedthat the treadmill is
warmedup toroom temperaturebeforefirst time use,Failureto dosomay causeprematureelectronicfailure.

IMPORTANT..READTHESESAFETYINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSE!
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During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid.
It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure aft parts are firmly
tightened. If theassembly instructions are not followed correctly, the treadmill could have frame parts that
are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises. Thereshould be no side-to-side play
in the console masts or any forward and back play in the console assembly or handlebars. If there is any
play in these areas, the treadmill has not been properly assembled. Toprevent damage to the treadmill, the
assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
UNPACKING
Placethe treadmill cartonona levelflat surface.It is recommendedthatyou place aprotectivecoveringon
your floor. TakeCAUTIONwhenhandling and transporting this unit. Neveropenbox whenit is on its side.
Oncethe bandingstraps have beenremoved,donotlift or transport this unit unlessit is fully assembled
and in the upright foldedposition, with the lock latch secure.Unpackthe unit whereit will beused. The
enclosedtreadmill is equippedwith high-pressureshocksand mayspring openif mishandled.Nevergrab
holdofanyportionof theincline frameandattern_ttofit ormovethe treadmill.FAILURETOFOLLOWTHESE
INSTRUCTIONSCOULDRESULTININJURY!
Beforepreceeding,findyour treadmill's serial number
model name located to the left Of
powerswitch and powercordand enter it in the space
MODELNAMEINTHEBOXESBELOW:
* Referto theSERIALNUMBERandMODELNAMEwhencaring forservice.
* Alsoenterthis serialnumberonyourWarrantyCard.

READINGRACK
MP3-1NJACK
SPEAKERS(T83ONLY)
HEADPHONEJACK
ON/OFFSWITCH
CIRCUITBREAKER
TRANSPORTWHEEL_
AIRCELL
CONSOLE
(T83SHOWN)
TOUCHPADPANEL
FAN
SAFETYKEYPLACEMENT
CONSOLEMAST
MOTORCOVER
FOOTLOCKLATCH
RUNNINGBELT/RUNNINGDECK
SIDERAIL
ROLLERENDCAP
REARROLLER
ADJUSTMENTBOLTS
[] 4mmAllen Wrench
[] 5 mmAllen Wrench
[] 6 mm T-wrench
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[] 1Safety Key
[] 1ConsoleAssembly(locatedundertreadmill deck)
[] 1PowerCord
[] 4 HardwareBags
[] 1SupportBar
[] 2 Handlebars
Ifyou havequoStionso_if thereareanymissingpa_s, contactcustomerTech
iContactinf°rmationis !°catef!°nthebackpane! ofthismanual.
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NOTE=During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before
completely tightening any ONEbolt. NOTE:A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware.
Any grease, such as lithium bike grease is recommended.
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I--h_RD_S_REB_O_c_Hrl_z_,jBOLT(A) FLATWASHER(H) TEFLONWASHER(C)
15turn 20 rnrn 18 mm
Qty:1 Qty:1 Qty:1
BOLT(H)
Qty:1 FLATWASHER(E) WAVYWASHER(F)
27 mm 29 mm
Qty:1 Oty:1
MAiNFRAME
LEFTCONSOLEMAST
WAVYWASHER
LEFTLINKAGEARM ._ ......
BOLT(A) _,_ -?/_
FLATWASHER(B) /
TEFLONWASHER(O) /ELEVATIONFRAME
AOpenttARDWAREBAGI.
BCutbandingstraps.Donotmoveorlift treadmill frompackaging.
CMoveLEFTLINKAGEARMinto position.InsertBOLT(A)andFLATWASHER(B)into LEFT
LINKAGEARMfollowedbya TEFLONWASHER(C)andattach toELEVATIONFRAME
D Lift LEFTCONSOLEMASTinto upright position.Besureto holdtheconsolemast firmly,as
it will notstayin theuprightpositiononits own.
EInsertBOLT(D)and1FLATWASHER(E)throughLEFTCONSOLEMASTfollowedbya
WAVYWASHER(F)andattachto MAINFRAME.

BOLT(D)
Qty:1
FLATWASHER(E)
27mm
Qty:1
WAVYWASHER(F)
29ram
Qty:1
MAINFRAME
CONSOLECABLES
ELEVATIONFRAMECONSOLECABLES
A. PuffLEADWIREthroughRIGHTCONSOLEMASTAfter
puffingtheLEADWIREthroughthemast, thetopof the
CONSOLECABLESshouldbelocatedat thetopofthe
mast.DetachanddiscardLEADWIRE.
B.OpenHARDWAREBAG2.
C.MoveRIGHTLINKAGEARMinto positionandattach to
ELEVATIONFRAME.
NOTE..WhileholdingRIGHTCONSOLEMASTin the
uprightposition,tightenPRE-ATTACHEDBOLTusing
T-wrenchto attachRIGHTLINKAGEARM.
D.AttachRIGHTCONSOLEMASTtoMAINFRAMEusing1
BOLT(D),1FLATWASHER(E)and1WAVYWASHER(F).
E.Lift theRUNNINGDECKuntil locklatch onsideof
treadmiflis fully engaged.
F.RemoveCONSOLEfromboxandplaceoutof theway.
G.LowerthetreaflmiflRUNNINGDECKfromthefolded
positionbysteppingonLOCKLATCHonlowerright side.
MAST
BOLT(B)
movethetreadmill from thebox
iand themachine hassprung
andCan,otbeaSsembled,
refer to the troubleshooting
section in order to restorethe
itreadmill toits properposition,

BOLT(G)
20mm
Qty:4
SPRINGWASHER(H)
15mm
Qty:4
FLATWASHER(B)
20mm
Qty:4
/
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÷
>CONSOLECABLE
MAST
FLATWASHER(B)
SPRINGWASHER(H)
(G)
AOpenHARDWAREBAG3.
BWithrunningdeckin loweredposition,placeCONSOLEon theconsolemasts.Align the
bracketsthat areunderneaththe consolewith thetop holesof theconsolemasts.
CToassembletheCONSOLEtotheLEFTCONSOLEMAST,insert 1BOLT(G),
1SPRINGWASHER(H)and 1FLATWASHER(B)into the2 holesin the
LEFTCONSOLEMASTandlightly tighten.
DGentlylift RIGHTs/deof theCONSOLEto connecttheCONSOLECABLE.Carefullytuck wire
in mast toavoiddamage.NOTE:Donotpinchconsolecableorgrip pulsewires.
ERepeatSTEPCabovetoassembletheRIGHTCONSOLEMASTto theCONSOLE
F Leaveconsoleboltslooseuntil after STEP4is completed.

BOLT(I)
15mm
Qty:4
A.
B.
C.
\
\ \
\ \ \
BOLT(i)
F,
OpenHARDWAREBAG4.
AlignSUPPORTBARwith holesin CONSOLEMASTS.
InsertBOLTS(I) into all 4 holesof theSUPPORTBAR.
NOTE:Lookinto holesin the right mastbeforeinsertingbolts toavoidpinching cables.
D. Tightenaft console bolts (Step3) and support bar bolts (Step4) completely.