Vision Fitness T9200 User manual

Owner’s
Guide
T9200, T9300HRT, T9500HRT
T9500HRT Ortho AND T9600HRT Comfort
PLATFORM 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
P.O. Box 280
500 South C.P. Avenue
Lake Mills, WI 53551
Ph: 1.800.335.4348
Fax: [phone]
www.visionfitness.com
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Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
POWER REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . 5
MOVING & LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
QUICK KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
USER ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . 29
TROUBLESHOOTING:
TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . 32
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 33
TENSIONING THE BELT . . . . . . . . . . 34
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . .35
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . .40
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . .41
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . .42
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 46
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 48
ALL MODELS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CONSOLE
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
EASY START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CHOOSING PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . 17
HEART RATE TRAINING PROGRAM . . 19
ENTERING WEIGHT, STARTING . . . . . 20
WARM UP MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
COOL DOWN MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CHEST TRANSMITTER . . . . . . . . . . . 24
ABOUT HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . . 25
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . .26
CUSTOM USER PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . 27
GENERAL
T9200
T9300HRT
CONSOLE
T9500HRT
T9600HRT Comfort
T9500HRT Ortho

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TRANSPORT WHEELS
CONSOLE
T9200
T9500HRT Ortho
FULL PLATFORM TREADMILLS
HANDLEBARS
SIDE
RAILS
MOTOR
COVER
LEVELERS
RUNNING
BELT
T9600HRT Comfort
T9300HRT T9300HRT

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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.

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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
3 feet between the wall and the Treadmill to ensure safe operation.
LEVELING
The Treadmill should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed the
Treadmill where you intend to use it, raise or lower one or both of the
adjustable levelers located on the back of the Treadmill frame. A carpenter’s
level is recommended. If your Treadmill is not level, the running belt may
not track properly. Once you have leveled the Treadmill, lock the levelers
in place by tightening the nuts against the frame.
MOVING YOUR VISION FITNESS TREADMILL
Your VISION FITNESS Treadmill has a pair of transport wheels built
into the front legs. To move, firmly grasp the back end of the frame,
carefully lift and roll.
CAUTION: Our Treadmills are well-built and heavy, weighing up to
300 lbs.! Use care and additional help if necessary.

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POWER
Ensure that your Treadmill is
properly connected to a power
outlet, then turn on the Power
switch, located at the front of the
main frame.
SAFETY KEY CLIP & TETHER
Your VISION FITNESS Treadmill
will not start unless the Safety Key
is inserted into the keyhole in the
center of the console case. You
should attach the clip end to your
clothing. If at any time you need
to stop the Treadmill quickly simply
pull the Safety Key off the console.
This will cut all power to the
Treadmill and it will come to a
complete stop. To resume your
workout, place the Safety Key
back in place. This will send you
back to the start-up mode.

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SPEED QUICK KEYS
After pressing the Start button, you can change the speed of the tread-
mill by pressing one of the Speed Quick Key buttons numbered 1-9.
Each key represents a mile/kilometer per hour. For example, when you
press 3, the treadmill will adjust the speed to 3 mph/kmph.
ELEVATION QUICK KEYS
After pressing the Start button, you can change the elevation of the
treadmill by pressing one of the Elevation Quick Key buttons numbered
1-9. Each key represents a % incline. For example if you press 3, the
treadmill will elevate to a 3% incline.

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T9200
INTRODUCTION TO THE T9200
Simply press the Start Button to begin exercising.
PAUSE
Press the Stop Button to pause during your workout.
RESET
Press and hold the Stop Button to reset the Treadmill.

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T9200
T9200 FEEDBACK DISPLAY
SCAN FUNCTION
To scan through the functions during your workout, press the SELECT but-
ton. To continuously Scan, press and hold until the console double-beeps
(about 2 seconds). The selected function is displayed when the Function
light is on above the word itself
ELEVATION
Shown as a percentage of incline. This Indicates how steeply inclined the
running surface is, to simulate walking/running on a hill.
TIME
Shown as (Minutes:Seconds). View the Time elapsed in your workout.
DISTANCE
Shown as miles or kilometers. View Distance traveled during workout.
CALORIES
Shown as estimated accumulated Calories burned during workout.
SPEED
Shown as Miles/Hour or Kilometers/Hour. This Indicates how fast the
running surface is moving, to simulate outdoor walking/running.

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T9300HRT, T9500HRT, T9500HRT ORTHO & T9600HRT COMFORT
PROGRAM DETAILS
P1 - MANUAL
Customized workouts; with no default Time.
P2 - INTERVALS • SPEED CHANGES
Improves your strength, speed, and endurance by raising and
lowering the Speed throughout your workout to involve both
your heart and muscles; Time defaults to 24 minutes.
P3 - WEIGHT LOSS • SPEED CHANGES
Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering your speed level
while still keeping you within your fat burning zone; Time
defaults to 48 minutes.
P4 - SPEED WALK • ELEVATION & SPEED CHANGE
Promotes weight loss by raising and lowering your elevation
level while still keeping you within your fat-burning zone; Time
defaults to 32 minutes.
P5 - 5K BACKTRAIL RUN
Improves your cardiovascular training by simulating a 5K run
with hills; no preset time with elevation changes.
P6 - 10K LAKESIDE RUN
Improves your endurance training by simulating a 10K run with
hills; no preset time with elevation changes.
P7 - HEART RATE TRAINING
Saves time by making the most of your limited workout time;
motivates and encourages you to achieve your fitness goals.
Benefits weight loss by maintaining an optimum exercise level
to burn fat; Time defaults to 34 minutes.
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T9300HRT, T9500HRT, T9500HRT ORTHO & T9600HRT COMFORT PROGRAM DETAILS
Programs P2-P6 have 9 levels. By having 9 levels to chose from, you can change
the intensity of your workout as your fitness level improves. In general the beginner
levels have lower level numbers and the most advanced levels have higher level
numbers. For example, L9 will be the most advanced workout and L1 will be the
beginner level. If you are not sure what fitness level you are at, you should start
out at a lower level and work up to a comfortable level.
NOTE: All the programs can provide an aerobic and cardiovascular benefit in
addition to the specific benefits listed.

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T9300HRT, T9500HRT, T9500HRT ORTHO, & T9600HRT COMFORT EASY START
Simply press the START Button to begin exercising in the MANUAL
Program.
PAUSE
Press the STOP button to pause during your workout.
RESET
Press and hold the STOP button to reset the Treadmill.

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SCAN FUNCTION
To scan through the functions
during your workout, press the
SELECT button. To continuously
Scan, press and hold until the
console double-beeps (about 2
seconds). The selected function is
displayed when the Function light
is next to the word itself.
TIME
Shown as (Minutes:Seconds). View the Time remaining or the Time
elapsed in your workout.
DISTANCE
Shown as Miles or Kilometers. View Distance traveled during workout.
CALORIES
Shown as estimated accumulated Calories burned during workout.
HEART RATE
Shown as Beats-per-Minute. You can monitor your Heart Rate at any time
during a workout.
AVERAGE SPEED
Shown as Miles/Hour or Kilometers/Hour. Equals accumulated Distance
plus elapsed Time. Corresponds to simulated outdoor walking or running
Speed.
PACE
Shown as Time (Minutes:Seconds) required to travel 1 mile at current
Speed.
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ELEVATION
Shown as percentage of incline,
Elevation is visible in the left-hand
LED window. Indicates how
steeply inclined the running
surface is, to simulate
walking/running on a hill.
SPEED
Shown as Miles/Hour, Speed is
visible in the right-hand LED
window. Indicates how fast the
running surface is moving, to
simulate outdoor walking/running
PROFILE
Shown as a graphical representation
of the Program you have chosen
(Intervals, Weight Loss, etc.). The
left-most column of orange
LEDs indicates Elevation and
corresponds to the main Elevation
window. The right-most column of
green LEDs indicates Speed and
corresponds to the main Speed
window.
T9300HRT, T9500HRT, T9500HRT ORTHO & T9600HRT COMFORT FEEDBACK DISPLAY