Kettler TX1 User manual

VERSO by Kettler™
TX1
Item# 7882-090 and Item # 7882-099 (230v)
TX3
Item# 7883-090 and Item# 7883-099 (230v)
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TX3 #7882-090 & 7883-099
TX1 #7882-090 & 7882-099
KETTLER International Inc.
1355 London Bridge Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Office Phone: [phone]
Office Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Parts & Service Department:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
7883-090 & 7883-099
Version C

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TX1 INTRODUCTION:
Console with 5 LED windows
Water bottle holder and
accessory holder built into
the console.
Wide side landing to place
your feet before and after
your workout, or anytime
you feel like a rest during
the workout.
Running
belt
Safety key
–
treadmill will not
activate unless the safety key
is secured in place.
Motor cover
Horizontal bar with
foam grip
Handle bar with
foam grip
Upright post
Patented folding
lock release
Running belt adjustment to
adjust belt tension or to
center the running belt
Contact heart rate hand sensors
for quick check of your pulse.

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KEY FEATURES:
Congratulations on choosing a state-of-the-art treadmill.
You have taken the first step to a healthier and more rewarding lifestyle.
This treadmill has been especially designed to give you reliable performance and enjoyable
workouts in the comfort of your home. Please find below the features and benefits of this
treadmill.
Compact frame to take up less space and 78-degree-fold design is better for space saving.
The base frame is hidden below the main frame to maximize the running surface size.
Gas assisted lift makes folding and unfolding of the deck safe and easy.
The folding lock release mechanism is located at the end of the deck so that when folded,
only adults can access the release.
Built-in wireless pulse receiver compatible with Polar® and CardioSport ® chest straps to
monitor your heart rate during exercise. Wireless chest strap transmitter is optional.
Low impact design with cushions so that your joints are protected against injury.
Self-centering belt alignment helps to keep the running belt always tracked correctly in the
center.
CAUTION!
Before beginning any
exercise program,
always consult your
physician. If you
experience chest pains,
nausea, dizziness or
shortness of breath,
STOPexercising and
consult your physician
before continuing.
TX3 INTRODUCTION:
Console with text messages makes
customizing your workout easily.
Big LED and dot matrix display
windows for real time feed back of
all workout stats.
Safety key
–
treadmill will not
activate unless the safety key
is secured in place.
Contact heart rate hand sensors
for quick check of your pulse.

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KEY FEATURES:
Congratulations on choosing a state-of-the-art treadmill.
You have taken the first step to a healthier and more rewarding lifestyle.
This treadmill has been designed to provide you with reliable performance and enjoyable
workouts in the comfort of your home. Please find below the features and benefits of this
treadmill.
Compact frame to takes up less space and 78-degree-fold design is better for saving space.
The base frame is hidden below the main frame to maximize the running surface size.
CAUTION!
Before beginning any
exercise program,
always consult your
physician. If you
experience chest pains,
nausea, dizziness or
shortness of breath,
STOPexercising and
consult your physician
before continuing.
Horizontal bar with foam grip

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Gas assisted lift makes folding and unfolding of the deck safe and easy.
The folding lock release mechanism is located at the end of the deck so that when folded,
only adults can access the release.
Wireless pulse receiver compatible with Polar® and CardioSport® chest straps to monitor
your heart rate during exercise.
Low impact design with cushions so that your joints are protected against injury.
Self-centering belt alignment so that the running belt is always tracked correctly in the center.
SPECIAL FEATURES:
Model # TX3
Special
features
Message instructions
Direct speed control
Speed and elevation
adjust buttons at the
handlebar
Service notice
Extended handlebar
Back cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS:

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I. IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS……..……………………….……. 6
Grounding Instructions
Electrical Safety
Mechanical Safety
Appropriate Attire
Children and Pets
II. SETTING UP YOUR TREADMILL ……………………………………….…. 8
Placement in Your Home
Leveling the Base
Use Dedicated Circuit
III. HANDLING YOUR TREADMILL……………………….……………………. 9
Folding and Unfolding the Treadmill
Moving the Treadmill
IV. OPERATING THE TREADMILL……………………………………………… 10
Turn Power on
Safety Tether Key and Clip
Getting on and off the Treadmill
V.
VI. OPERATING THE CONSOLE TX1………………………………………… OPERATING THE CONSOLETX3………………………………………… 11
19
VII. EXERCISE TIPS AND GUIDELINES……………………………………….. 26
Stretch
Warm Up
Cool Down
How Often
How Long
How Hard
Target Heart Rate
VIII. MAINTENANCE…..………………………………………………………………. 28
Cleaning
Running Belt Centering Adjustment
Running Belt Tension Adjustment
Lubricating the Deck
IX. TROUBLE SHOOTING ………………………………………………………... 30
When to Call for Help
Trouble Shooting Guide
X. PART DESCRIPTION………………………………………………..…………. 31
XI.
XII. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION……………………………………….…… WARRANTY…………………………………………………………………..…... 32
35
XIII.
XIV. TX1 110V / 230V PART LIST………………………………………………….
TX3 110V / 230V PART LIST …………………………………………..………
36
39

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I.IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all
instructions before using this treadmill.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded! If treadmill should malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. This plug must be connected to an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
DANGER!
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service technician 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.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons, take the following
precautions.
DO NOT leave the treadmill unattended at any time when plugged in. Unplug the treadmill
from the power source when it is not in use.
DO NOT use the treadmill if the unit is wet or the plug or cable is damaged or the treadmill is
not working properly. DO NOT use damaged or defective equipment. Keep equipment
out of use until unit is repaired by trained technician.
Keep the power cable and plug away from heated surfaces.
NEVER place the power cord under carpeting or have any object on top of the power cord.
ONLY use the power cord provided with this treadmill.
To disconnect, turn the switch to the off position, then remove the plug from the outlet.
This exercise equipment is designed and built for optimum safety for the home use. However,
certain precautions always apply whenever you operate any exercise equipment. Be sure to
read the entire manual before assembly and operation of this machine. Also, please note the
following safety precautions.
WARNING!
Connect this unit to a
properly grounded
outlet only.
CAUTION!
STOPyour workout
immediately if you
feel any pain or
abnormal symptoms
and consult your

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MECHANICAL SAFETY
Before you start exercise, make sure the unit functions correctly. To maintain the safety level
of the exercise equipment, DO NOT use a faulty device.
Replace defective components immediately and/or keep the equipment out of use until repair.
Inspect the equipment prior to exercising to ensure that all nuts and bolts are fully tightened
before each use.
DO NOT use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.
ONLY one person may use the treadmill at a time.
NEVER activate the speed when someone else is standing on the treadmill.
APPROPRIATE ATTIRE
Always wear appropriate clothing. DO NOT wear clothing that might catch on any
part of the treadmill.
Always wear non-slippery shoes during workout with the treadmill. DO NOT wear
shoes with heels or leather soles. Check the soles of your shoes and remove any dirt and
embedded stones.
CHILDREN AND PETS
Most exercise equipment is not recommended for use by young children.
Children should not use the equipment unless they are under constant adult supervision.
To ensure safety, keep young children off the treadmill at all times.
■Exercise equipments have many moving parts. In the interest of safety, keep others
(especially children and pets) at a safe distance while you exercise.

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II. SETTING UP YOUR TREADMILL:
PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME
To make exercise a desirable daily activity for you, the treadmill should be placed in a
comfortable and convenient setting. This treadmill is designed to use a minimal amount
of floor space and to fit nicely in your home.
zDO NOT place the treadmill outdoors.
zDO NOT place the treadmill near water or in high moisture content environment.
zMake sure power cord is not in the path of heavy traffic.
zIf your room is carpeted, check the clearance to make sure there is enough space
between the carpet fiber and the treadmill deck. If you are uncertain, it is best to
place a mat beneath your treadmill.
zLocate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls or furniture.
zAllow a safety area of 5 feet X 3 feet behind the treadmill so that you can easily get
on and off the treadmill without being trapped during an emergency.
Occasionally after extended use you will find a fine black dust below your treadmill. This is
normal wear and DOES NOT mean there is anything wrong with your treadmill. This dust can
be easily removed with a vacuum cleaner. If you wish to prevent this dust from getting on your
floor or carpet, place a mat beneath your treadmill.
LEVELING THE BASE
It is important that you place the treadmill on a firm level surface.
Check the treadmill to ensure the frame is level once you have moved the treadmill into
the position of your choice.
USE DEDICATED CIRCUIT
The outlet selected should be a dedicated circuit. It is particularly important that NO
sensitive electrical equipments, such as computer or TV, share the same circuit.
CAUTION!
Make sure the
running deck is level
to the ground.
If the deck is
positioned on uneven
surface, it would
cause premature
damage to the
electronic system.

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III. HANDLING YOUR TREADMILL:
FOLDING THE TREADMILL
Folding and unfolding of this treadmill is made easy with the assistance of gas shock.After the
treadmill has come to a complete stop, it is important to make sure the elevation is lowered all
the way to the lowest level before folding the treadmill. The display console will indicate “0%
elevation” in the lower left window when positioned at the lowest level. With caution, fold up the
deck slowly with both hands. Fold the deck vertically upright until you hear a click, then the
folded deck is locked in place. Please note that if you failed to lower the elevation to the lowest
level (0% elevation) then the folding safety lock will not click nor lock in place. Be certain the fold
lock clicks and locks in place,
UNFOLDING THE TREADMILL
Pull out the lock pin on the upright post (L) with your left hand. At the same time, press the
deck slowly with right hand. Use both hands to bring the deck slowly to the ground. As the
deck gets closer to the ground, it will drop at a faster rate and feel heavier. Please handle with
caution.
MOVING THE TREADMILL
This treadmill is easy to move around safely.
To move the treadmill:
1. Turn power switch off.
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Make sure the deck is at 0% grade elevation.
4. Fold the treadmill and make sure lock is engaged. You should hear a click to indicate
positive engagement.
5. Simply roll the treadmill on four wheels to the desired location.
STORING THE TREADMILL
For safety precaution, especially when you have children in the house, we recommend that you
follow these steps to keep the treadmill out of potential harm.
1. Turn off the power switch when you have finished workout.
2. Disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
3. Remove the safety tether key and store out of reach of children.

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IV. OPERATING THE TREADMILL:
TURN POWER ON
The ON/OFF switch for the treadmill is located next to the power supply cord at the back of the
motor cover. Flip this switch to the “ON” position.
SAFETY TETHER KEYAND CLIP
The safety key is designed to cut the main power to the treadmill should you fall. Therefore, the
safety key is designed to bring the treadmill to a abrupt stop. At high speeds, it may be
uncomfortable and somewhat dangerous to come to a complete stop immediately. So, use the
safety key as emergency stop only. To bring the treadmill to a complete stop safely and
comfortably, use the red stop button.
Your treadmill will not start unless the safety key is properly inserted into the key holder at the
side of the console. The other end of the safety key should be securely clipped to your clothing
so that in case you fall, you will pull the safety key from the console, which will stop the treadmill
immediately to minimize injury. For your safety, never use the treadmill without securing the
safety key clipped to your clothing. Pull on the safety key clip to make sure it will not come off
your clothing.
GETTING ON AND OFF THE TREADMILL
Handle with care when getting on or off the treadmill. Try to use the handlebars while getting
on or off safely. While you are preparing to use the treadmill, do not stand on the running belt.
Straddle the running belt by placing your feet on both side rails of the treadmill deck. Place
your foot on the belt only after the belt has begun to move at a consistent slow speed.
During exercise, keep your body and head facing forward at all times. Never attempt to turn
around on the treadmill when the running belt is still moving. When you have finished
exercising, stop the treadmill by pressing the red stop button. Wait until the treadmill comes to
a complete stop before attempting to get off the treadmill.
If you feel uneasy with the speed and are not sure how to stop, hold the handlebars, lift your feet
off the running belt and place on both sides of the side landing. The side landing is a
non-moving platform and would be a good place to rest before resuming the workout. Always
remember to start at a low speed for your safety and comfort.
WARNING!
NEVER use this
treadmill without first
securing the safety
tether clip to your
clothing.
CAUTION!
For your safety, step
onto the belt when the
speed is no more
than 1.5 MPH or 2.4
Km/H.
NEVER start the
treadmill at a running
speed and attempt to
get on while it is
moving fast.
NOTE!
The deck should NOT
be folded unless the
elevation is at 0%
grade.Attempts to
fold the deck while it
is elevated may
cause damage to the
frame.

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V. OPERATING THE CONSOLE TX1:
MODEL TX1
DISPLAY VALUES
Display Resolution Range Increment
PULSE XXX 40-240 1
ELEVATION (%) XX 0-12 1%
DISTANCE (Miles) XX.X 00.1 – 99.0 0.1
DISTANCE (Km) XX.X 00.1 – 99.0 0.1
SPEED (MPH) XX.X 00.5 – 10.0 0.1
SPEED (Km/H)TX1 XX.X 01.0 – 16.0 0.1
TIME XX:XX 00:01 – 99:00 00.01
CALORIES XXX 1-999 1
NOTE: Display can be switched between Mile/MPH or Kilometer/Km/H readouts.
See “Unit Conversion” on page 13
QUICK START /
START / ENTER -
three different
functions
PAUSE – press once to pause
STOP – press twice to stop
FAST – increase speed
SLOW – decrease speed
UP – elevation up
DOWN – elevation down
Service required indicator
Pulse indicator LED display
windows
HOLD – display pulse or calories
SCAN – display both interchangeably
COOL DOWN
PROGRAM – program selection
VIEW – pulse or calories display selection

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SPEEDADJUSTMENTS
A single press of FAST and SLOW buttons will adjust speed by increments of 0.1 MPH (or Km/H)
during workout…or you may press and hold these buttons to quickly scroll up or down.
ELEVATION ADJUSTMENTS
For safety reasons, the elevation level is designed to be manually adjusted for most applications.
The treadmill will only automatically adjust elevation during one of the following three programs:
P2 = elevation program, H-SE = HRC by speed and elevation, and H-E = HRC by elevation. You
will find more details in the “Preset Programs” section beginning on page 15.
Elevation may be manually adjusted even while the running belt is not moving, however, during
the program setup mode, elevation will not be adjustable.
PULSE FUNCTION
This treadmill features wireless heart rate monitoring, the most advanced technology to date for
accurate read out of your heart rate. For convenience, this treadmill is also designed to pick
up heart rate info via the contact sensors located on the horizontal handlebar. Treadmill will
look for wireless pulse signal first. If no wireless pulse signal is present, then treadmill will look
for the signal from contact sensors.
To use the wireless pulse monitoring system, you must wear the heart rate transmitter chest
strap. Place the contact surface next to your skin directly under your heart to pick up the pulse
signals from your heart. The heart rate transmitter strap is an optional purchase and not
included with this treadmill.
To use the contact heart rate, place your hands gently but firmly around the contact sensors on
the handlebars. Movements in the hands may cause difficulty for the treadmill to pick up the
signal properly. When signal is picked up, the LED light next to the pulse display window will
light up and flash to the rate of your heart beat.
Please note that some fibers used in clothes (e.g. polyester, polyamide) create static electricity
which may prevent reliable heart rate measurement. Also, note that mobile phone, television
and other electrical appliances form an electro-magnetic field around them, which may also
cause problems in heart rate measurement.
PAUSE FUNCTION
When STOP button is pressed during workout, the program is suspended. After the running
belt has come to a complete stop, display will count down from 03:00. During pause mode,

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only START and STOP buttons will function.
If START is pressed within three minutes during the pause mode, the treadmill will bring the
running belt movement back to the speed at which the treadmill was paused. Workout values
will resume counting and continue where it left off.
If STOP is pressed during the pause mode, the program will end. After three minutes if no
button is pressed, treadmill will automatically end the workout program.
END OF WORKOUT STATS
When you have completed your workout or if you have ended your workout, the display windows
will report your workout stats for one minute. After the running belt has come to a complete
stop, the displays will show total time, total distance, total calories and average speed. Then
the display will go to idle mode, ready for the next workout setup. If you wish to skip the
workout stats report, simply press the STOP button, which will skip display to the idle mode.
UNIT CONVERSION
To change units from metric to English or English to metric, you must be in the idle mode.
Follow the steps below to make the unit conversion.
1. Simultaneously press both the STOP and SLOW together.
2. The message center will display “unit”.
3. Simply press START to confirm.
Notice that the LED lights next to both the speed and distance display windows on the upper
right corner will have changed the measurement unit accordingly.
VIEW / PROGRAM
During workout setup – this button will select program.
During workout – this button will change PULSE to CALORIES or CALORIES to PULSE.
SCAN / HOLD
This button will allow user to view both calories and pulse display values intermittently (SCAN).
The user may select to steadily view only calories or only pulse (HOLD).
COOL DOWN
Whenever you are ready to stop your workout, even if you are in the middle of a program, be
sure to use the COOL DOWN program. When the cool down button is pressed, it will
automatically interrupt the current workout and go directly into cool down routine, which is
programmed for four minutes. The first two minutes will reduce speed and elevation by 50% of

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your last display values. The last two minutes will reduce speed by another 50% and the
elevation will reduce to 0%.

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PRESET PROGRAMS:
QUICK START:
Once the power switch is turned on and the safety key is secured in place, simply press the
QUICK START button. Treadmill will activate at 1.0 Km/H (.6 mph) after 3 seconds. You may
increase/decrease speed or elevation at any time during your workout. To end workout, simply
press the STOP button to stop the treadmill. During manual quick start workout, time will count
up. During other program workouts, time will count down.
1. Turn power on
2. Check safety key secured to treadmill and clip secured to user clothing
3. Press START to begin workout
SPEED PROGRAMS:
Once the power switch is turned on and the safety key is secured in place, you may press the
PROGRAM button to choose the pre-set speed program P1, press START key to activate the
treadmill. Where user may customize, the default value (or the previous input value) will flash
indicating that you may either confirm the value flashing or change the value. Once you have
made your data input, press START to activate the treadmill.
1. Turn power on
2. Check safety key secured to treadmill and clip secured to user clothing
3. Press the PROGRAM button once, PI (speed program) will be displayed
4. Press ENTER to confirm
5. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input workout time
6. Press ENTER to confirm
7. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input intensity level based on maximum speed
8. Press ENTER to confirm, program will begin workout
ELEVATION PROGRAMS:
Once the power witch is turned on and the safety key is secured in place, you may press the
PROGRAM button twice to choose the pre-set elevation program P2. Where user may
customize, the default value (or the previous input value) will flash indicating that you may either
confirm the value flashing or change the value. Once you have made your data input, press
START to activate the treadmill.
1. Turn power on
2. Check safety key secured to treadmill and clip secured to user clothing
3. Press the PROGRAM button twice, P2 (elevation program) will be displayed
4. Press ENTER to confirm
5. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input workout time
6. Press ENTER to confirm
7. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input intensity level based on maximum elevation
8. Press ENTER to confirm, program will begin workout
QUICK START
Once the power is on
and the safety tether
key is secured in place,
simply press the
START button, and
after three- second
count down treadmill
will activate and
maintain the running
belt at .5 MPH (1.0
Km/H).

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TARGET TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Users have the option to customize workout based on setting training targets for time and
distance. Once the power switch is turned on and the safety key is secured in place, you may
press the PROGRAM button to choose one of the target program, P3 set training target based
on time and P4 set training target based on distance. Where user may customize, the default
value (or the previous input value) will flash indicating that you may either confirm the value
flashing or change the value. Once you have made your data input, press START to activate
the treadmill.
1. Turn power on
2. Check safety key secured to treadmill and clip secured to user clothing
3. Press the PROGRAM button three times for P3 = Target time, or press the program
button four times for P4 = Target distance
4. Press ENTER to confirm
5. Use FAST and SLOW buttons to input target time or distance
6. Press ENTER to confirm, program will begin workout
HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAMS:
Users have the option to customize their heart rate control programs based on their target heart
rate value. Once the power switch is turned on, and the safety key is secured in place, you
may press the PROGRAM button to select H-SE program, H-S program or H-E program.
Where user may customize, the default value (or the previous input value) will flash indicating
that you may either confirm the value flashing or change the value. Once you have made your
data input, press START to activate the treadmill.
Treadmill will automatically adjust by elevation or speed or both (depending on which program is
chosen) to reach and maintain the user’s target heart rate. During workout, users may still be
able to adjust speed or elevation. During workout, time counts down from total time, which is
defined as time for workout and cool down.
At the end of the workout, treadmill will automatically go into cool down mode. Cool down
mode is pre-set up for 4 minutes. In the first two minutes, speed and elevation will reduce by
50%. The last two minutes, speed will reduce by another 50% and elevation will go to 0%.
To use the heart rate control programs, user must wear wireless transmitter chest strap.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR TARGET
HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAMS:
1. Turn power on
2. Check safety key secured to treadmill and clip secured to user clothing
3. Press PROGRAM button to select H-SE (HRC by speed and elevation adjustments),
H-S (HRC by speed adjustment only) or H-E (HRC by elevation adjustment only).
4. Press ENTER to confirm
5. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input your age
6. Press ENTER to confirm
7. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input workout time
8. Press ENTER to confirm
9. Use FAST or SLOW buttons to input target heart rate
10. Press START to begin workout

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NOTES:

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VI. OPERATING THE CONSOLE TX3:
DISPLAY VALUES
Display Resolution Range Increment
PULSE XXX 40-240 1
ELEVATION (%) XX 0-12 1%
DISTANCE (Miles) XX.X 00.1 – 99.0 0.1
DISTANCE (Km) XX.X 00.1 – 99.0 0.1
SPEED (Miles/H) XX.X 00.5 – 11.0 0.1
SPEED (Km/H)TX3 XX.X 00.8 – 18.0 0.1
TIME XX:XX 00:01 – 99:00 00.01
CALORIES XXX 1-999 1
NOTE: Display can be switched between Mile/MPH or Kilometer/Km/H readouts.
See “Unit Conversion” on page 21
QUICK START /
START –
two different
functions
PAUSE – press once to pause
STOP – press twice to stop
FAST – increase speed
SLOW – decrease speed
UP – elevation up
DOWN – elevation down
ENTER - confirm selection or input 0 ~ 9 buttons
– preset program selections
– direct speed control during workout
Service required indicator
Pulse indicator
LED dot matrix
display window
LCM with backlight
message center