Vision Fitness Platform Treadmill T9700 Runne User manual

Owner’s
Guide
T9700 Series AND Premier
TREADMILLS

ongratulations on choosing a VISION FITNESS Treadmill. You’ve taken
an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your
Treadmill is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal
fitness goals. Regular use of your Treadmill can improve the quality of your
life in so many ways…
Here are just a few of the health benefits of aerobic exercise:
• Weight Loss
• A Healthier Heart
• Improved Muscle Tone
• Increased Daily Energy Levels
• Reduced Stress
• Help In Countering Anxiety and Depression
• An Improved Self Image
The key to reaping these benefits is to develop the exercise habit. Your
new Treadmill will help you eliminate the obstacles that prevent you from
getting in your exercise time. Snow and rain and darkness won't
interfere with your workout when you have your Treadmill in the comfort of
your home. This Owner’s Guide provides you with basic information on
starting an exercise program. A more complete knowledge of your new
Treadmill will assist you in realizing your goal of a healthy lifestyle.
Service to your Treadmill should only be performed by your
VISION FITNESS retailer. Please contact your authorized VISION FITNESS
retailer should service be required. If a question or problem arises which
cannot be handled by your VISION FITNESS retailer, please contact us:
VISION FITNESS
500 South CP Avenue
P.O. Box 280
Lake Mills, WI 53551
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com
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ALL MODELS T9700S T9700HRT PREMIER GENERAL
Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
PLATFORM TREADMILLS:
MOVING & LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . 7
FOLDING TREADMILLS:
TRANSPORT WHEEL LOCK & UNLOCK . 8
FOLDING & UNFOLDING . . . . . . . . . . 9
MOVING & LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . 10
POWER & EMERGENCY STOP . . . . . 11
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
FEATURES & QUICK KEYS . . . . . . . 16
WORKOUT TOTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SPEED & ELEVATION QUICK KEYS . . 18
CONTACT HEART RATE . . . . . . . . . . 19
CHOOSING PROGRAM & AGE . . . . . 21
CHOOSING A LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CHOOSING A TIME & WEIGHT . . . . 23
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM . . . 25
PACER PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . 26
HRT WEIGHT LOSS & HRT CARDIO . 27
HRT ENDURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
HRT INTERVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
ABOUT HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . . 41
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . 42
WIRELESS CHEST TRANSMITTER . . . 43
CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1-3 . . . . . . . . 44
CUSTOM PROGRAMS 4 AND 5 . . . . 47
ALL MODELS
GENERAL
T9700HRT CONSOLE
T9700S CONSOLE
EASY START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
USER ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . 50
AUTO-CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 56
TENSIONING THE BELT . . . . . . . . . . 57
HOME MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . 58
T9700 SERIES
COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE . . . . . 59
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 62
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 64
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 65
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 70
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 72
PREMIER

T9700S
PLATFORM TREADMILLS
T9700HRT PREMIER
TRANSPORT WHEELS
CONSOLE
HANDLEBARS
SIDE
RAILS
MOTOR
COVER
LEVELERS
RUNNING
BELT

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FOLDING TREADMILL
PREMIER
CONSOLE
MOTOR
COVER
TRANSPORT
WHEELS
SIDE
RAILS
HANDLEBARS
RUNNING
BELT

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this exercise product.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury
to persons:
• Use this exercise product for its intended use as described in this Owner’s
Guide. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not remove the Treadmill motor covers or roller covers. Service should
be performed only by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer.
• Never operate this Treadmill if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been damaged, or immersed in water. Return
the Treadmill to a retailer for examination and repair.
• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use outdoors.
• To disconnect, turn the switch to the OFF position, then remove plug from
outlet.
• Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on
top of the power cord, which may pinch and damage it.
• Unplug your VISION FITNESS Treadmill before moving it.
CHILDREN
• Keep children off your VISION FITNESS Treadmill at all times.
• When the VISION FITNESS Treadmill is in use, young children and pets
should be kept at least 10 feet away.
WARNING!

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POWER REQUIREMENTS
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding
plug that looks like the plug illustrated below. An improper connection of
the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of an electrical
shock. Do not modify the plug that was provided with this product. If this
plug does not fit into your outlet, have a qualified electrician install the
proper outlet. Adapters, extension cords and surge protectors should not
be used with this product. Also, a GFI protected receptacle should not be
used. It is recommended to use a 20 amp dedicated circuit.

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OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS TREADMILL
CAUTION!
: If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of
breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before
continuing.
• Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the Treadmill.
• Read this Owner’s Guide before operating this Treadmill.
ASSEMBLY
VISION FITNESS recommends this Treadmill be assembled and delivered
by qualified personnel. If you have elected to assemble this product
yourself, for your safety please read and follow each of the steps in the
enclosed Assembly Guide. It is recommended, when possible, that
assembly be performed by an authorized VISION FITNESS retailer. If you
have any questions regarding any part or function of your Treadmill,
contact your VISION FITNESS retailer.
PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME
It is important that you place your Treadmill in a comfortable and inviting
room. Your Treadmill is designed to use minimal floor space. Many
people will place their Treadmills facing the TV or a picture window. If at
all possible, avoid putting your Treadmill in an unfinished basement. To
make exercise a desirable daily activity for you, the Treadmill should be in
an attractive setting.
NOTE: If you place your Treadmill facing out from a wall, you should leave
three feet between the wall and the Treadmill to ensure safe operation.