Pro-Form PT6.0 PFTL69501 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMB Y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
HOW TO FO D AND MOVE THE TREADMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
MAINTENANCE AND TROUB ESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
CONDITIONING GUIDE INES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
PART IST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
ORDERING REP ACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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Note: An EXP ODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual.
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1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described.
3. Place the treadmill on a le el surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that blocks air openings. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place
a mat under the treadmill.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or co ered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds.
8. Ne er allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. Always wear athletic
shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 8),
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 8. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806-
3651 and order part number 146148.
12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con-
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and serious injury.
13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
14. Ne er mo e the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread-
mill is not working properly.)
15. Ne er start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to a oid
sudden jumps in speed.
17. The pulse sensor is not a medical de ice.
Various factors, including the user's mo e-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.
18. Ne er lea e the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remo e the key, unplug
the power cord and mo e the on/off switch to
the off position when the treadmill is not in
use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca-
tion of the on/off switch.)
19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or mo e the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 19.) You
must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in
order to raise, lower, or mo e the treadmill.
20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.
21. When folding or mo ing the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
DANGER:To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

22. When using iFIT.com CD’s and ideos, an
electronic “chirping” sound will alert you
when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill
is about to change. Always listen for the
“chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in-
cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per-
sonal trainer describes the change.
23. When using iFIT.com CD’s and ideos, you
can manually o erride the speed and incline
settings at any time by pressing the speed
and incline buttons. Howe er, when the next
“chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will
change to the next settings of the CD or ideo
program.
24. Always remo e iFIT.com CD’s and ideos
from your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.
25. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
26. Ne er drop or insert any object into any
opening.
27. DANGER:Always unplug the power
cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main-
tenance and adjustment procedures de-
scribed in this manual. Ne er remo e the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized ser ice representati e. Ser icing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized ser ice
representati e only.
28. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer-
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
WARNING:Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This
is especially important for persons o er the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The decals shown ha e been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is
missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Ser ice
Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back co er of this manual).
Apply the decal in the location shown.
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Note: This decal below is shown at 38% of actual size.

Thank you for selecting the PROFORM®PT6.0 tread-
mill. The PT6.0 treadmill combines advanced technol-
ogy with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent
form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and
privacy of your home. And when you’re not exercising,
the unique PT6.0 can be folded up, requiring less than
half the floor space of other treadmills.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you have additional questions,
please call our Customer Service Department toll-free
at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To
help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before calling. The model
number of the treadmill is PFT 69501. The serial num-
ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill
(see the front cover of this manual for the location).
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail
Accessory Holder
Storage atch
Pulse
Sensor
Book Holder
Key/Clip
Circuit
Breaker
On/Off Switch
Walking Belt
Cushioned Walking Platform
Front
Wheel
Foot Rails
Power
Cord
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Water Bottle
Holder (Bottle
not included)
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials; do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking
belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to
the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant
on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdri er and
adjustable wrench .
1. Identify the Right Upright (103), which has the Pulse
Wire (121) inside of it. Do not remo e the rubber
bands from the Pulse Wire until the Pulse Wire has
been connected.
Have a second person hold the Console Base (64) near
the Right Upright (103) as shown. Feed the Wire
Harness (90) into the indicated hole near the upper end
of the right Upright and out of the hole near the lower
end of the Right Upright.
Connect the Wire Harness (90) to the Base Wire Harness
(126). If the connectors do not fit together easily, ro-
tate them and then connect them. Insert the connectors
into the Right Upright (103). Be careful not to damage
the Wire Harness during steps 1 through 5.
103
126
118
90
90
Hole
121
64
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2. Have a second person hold the Right Upright (103) and
the Console Base (not shown) in a vertical position. Hold
the Right Upright against the Base (118) as shown.
Hand tighten two Upright Bolts (84) with Washers (125)
and Star Washers (89) into the Right Upright and the
Base; do not tighten the Upright Bolts yet. Be careful
not to pinch the Wire Harness (not shown) inside of
the Right Upright.
Attach the eft Upright (not shown) as described above.
Note: There are no wires in the eft Upright.
103
89 118
84
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3. Hold the Pulse Bar (101) near the Right Upright (103).
Disconnect the ends of the Pulse Wire (121) in the Right
Upright from each other. Connect the wire in the Pulse
Bar to the Pulse Wire. If the connectors do not fit to-
gether easily, rotate them and then connect them.
Orient the Pulse Bar (101) so that the small screws in
the Pulse Bar are on the side shown by the arrow. Slide
the O-ring (129) onto the end of the Pulse Bar. Insert the
end of the Pulse Bar into the Right Upright (103). Hand
tighten a Pulse Bar Bolt (104) with a Washer (125) into
the Right Upright and the Pulse Bar. Do not tighten the
Pulse Bar Bolt yet.
Hand tighten the other Pulse Bar Bolt and Washer into
the eft Upright and the Pulse Bar (not shown). Note:
There is not a wire in the left end of the Pulse Bar.
104
125
101
121
129 103
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3
125
Hole

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7. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. There may be extra parts.
Keep the included allen wrench in a secure place (the allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt, as de-
scribed on page 21). To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
6. Make sure that the ock Knob Sleeve (93) is fully in-
serted into the left Upright (15).
Remove the ock Knob (92) from the ock Pin (97).
Make sure that the ock Pin Collar (95) and the Spring
(94) are on the ock Pin. (Note: If there are two ock Pin
Collars, place one on each side of the Spring.) Insert the
ock Pin into the ock Knob Sleeve (93) and tighten the
ock Knob onto it.
95
95
97
93
94
92
15
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4. ocate the ground wire extending from the Console
Base (64). Using the Silver Screw (124), attach the
metal ring on the end of the ground wire to the small
hole in the side of the Right Upright (103).
Connect the Pulse Wire (121) to the corresponding wire
extending from the Console Base (64). If the connec-
tors do not fit together easily, rotate them and then
connect them. Insert the excess wire into the Right
Upright (103).
64
121
Ground
Wire
5. While a second person holds the Console Base (64)
against the Right Upright (103) and the eft Upright (not
shown), tighten two 3/4” Screws (75) into each Upright.
Raise the treadmill frame (not shown) to the vertical po-
sition so that it is centered between the Right Upright
(103) and the eft Upright (not shown).
Refer to step 2. Firmly tighten the four Upright Bolts (84).
Refer to step 3. Firmly tighten the two Pulse Bar Bolts
(104).
ower the treadmill frame back to the floor.
64 103
75
4
5
124
90
103

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT UBETM, a high-performance lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Ne er apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walking belt or the walking plat-
form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking
belt and cause excessi e wear.
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other appli-
ances being turned on or off. To decrease the pos-
sibility of your treadmill being damaged, always
use a surge suppressor with your treadmill (see
drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge sup-
pressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call
1-800-806-3651 and order part number 146148.
Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is
UL 1449 listed as a transient oltage surge sup-
pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must ha e a
UL suppressed oltage rating of 400 olts or less
and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules.
The surge suppressor must be electrically rated
for 120 olts AC and 15 amps. There must be a
monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indi-
cate whether it is functioning properly. Failure to
use a properly functioning surge suppressor could
result in damage to the control system of the
treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the
walking belt may change speed or stop unexpect-
edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,
and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCI-equipped outlets.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus-
trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place
by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
co ers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec-
trician to determine if the outlet box co er is
grounded before using an adapter.
DANGER:Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or ser ice-
man if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug pro ided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, ha e a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
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2
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Surge Suppressor
Surge Suppressor
Grounding Pin
Adapter
ug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Pin

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The treadmill console offers an impressive array of
features to help you get the most from your exercise.
When the console is in the manual mode, the speed
and incline of the treadmill can be controlled with a
touch of a button. As you exercise, the ED track and
the four displays will provide continuous exercise feed-
back. You can even measure your heart rate using the
built-in pulse sensor.
Six certified personal trainer programs are also offered.
Each program automatically controls the speed and in-
cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec-
tive workout.
The console also features advanced iFIT.com interac-
tive technology. iFIT.com technology is like having a
personal trainer right in your home. Using the included
audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your
home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play
special iFIT.com CD programs (CD’s are available
separately). iFIT.com CD programs automatically con-
trol the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal
trainer guides you through every step of your workout.
High-energy music provides added motivation. Each
CD features two different programs designed by certi-
fied personal trainers.
In addition, you can connect the treadmill to your VCR
and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (videocas-
settes are available separately). Video programs offer
the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but add
the excitement of working out with a class and an
instructor—the hottest new trend at health clubs.
With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac-
cess basic programs, audio programs, and video pro-
grams directly from the internet. Additional options are
soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details.
To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 10. To use a personal trainer
program, see page 12. To use iFIT.com CD or ideo
programs, refer to page 15. To use iFIT.com pro-
grams directly from our Web site, see page 17.
CAUTION:Before operating the
console, read the following precautions.
• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn-
ing on the power.
• Always wear the clip (see the drawing
abo e) while operating the treadmill.
• Adjust the speed in small increments to
a oid sudden jumps in speed.
• To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
keep the console dry. A oid spilling liquids
on the console and place only a sealed water
bottle in the water bottle holder.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
Clip
Key
Displays Displays iFIT.com Indicator
Manual/Program Indicators ED Track
Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the console, remove it.

GETTING STARTED
Attach the clip to the waistband of your clothes.
Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the
clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page
9), and slide the clip onto the waistband of your
clothes. Next, insert the key fully into the console.
Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps
backward until the key is pulled from the con-
sole. If the key is not pulled from the console,
adjust the position of the clip as needed. Then,
remove the key from the console.
Plug in the power cord.
See page 8.
Mo e the on/off switch to the on position.
ocate the on/off
switch on the tread-
mill near the power
cord. Move the switch
to the on position.
Insert the key fully into the console.
When the key is inserted, the four displays and
various indicators on the console will light.
Note: The console can display speed and distance in
either miles or kilometers (see SPEED/MIN-MI E DIS-
P AY on page 11). For simplicity, all instructions in this
manual refer to miles.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
Insert the key fully into the console.
See GETTING STARTED above.
Select the manual mode.
When the key is in-
serted, the manual
mode will be selected
and the MANUA
CONTRO indicator
will light. If a program
is selected, press the
PROGRAM button repeatedly to select the man-
ual mode.
Press the START button or the SPEED
▲▲ button
to start the walking belt.
A moment after the button is pressed, the walking
belt will begin to move at 1 mph. Hold the
handrails and carefully
begin walking. As you ex-
ercise, change the speed
of the walking belt as de-
sired by pressing the
SPEED buttons.
To stop the walking belt, press the STOP button.
The TIME display will begin to flash. To restart the
walking belt, press the START button or the
SPEED
▲▲ button.
During the first few minutes that you use the tread-
mill, inspect the alignment of the walking belt, and
align the walking belt if necessary (see page 20).
Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.
To change the incline of
the treadmill, press the IN-
C INE buttons. Each time
one of the buttons is
pressed, the incline will
change by 0.5%. The in-
cline range is 1.5% to
10%. Note: When one of the INC INE buttons is
pressed, the DISTANCE/ INC INE/ APS display
will show the incline setting for several seconds.
After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment
for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting.
Follow your progress with the LED track and
the four displays.
The LED Track—The
ED track represents a
distance of 1/4 mile. As
you exercise, the indica-
tors around the track will
light one at a time until
you have completed 1/4
mile. A new lap will then begin.
DISTANCE/INCLINE/
LAPS display—This dis-
play shows the distance
that you have walked or
run, the incline level of
the treadmill, and the
number of laps you have
completed (one lap equals 1/4 mile). The display
will change from one number to the next every
seven seconds, as shown by the indicators beside
the display.
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4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
On
Position
Indicator
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