Vision Fitness T9700HRT User manual

Owner’s
Guide
T9700S AND T9700HRT
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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ALL MODELS T9700S T9700HRT GENERAL
Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 4
MOVING & LEVELING . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
POWER & EMERGENCY STOP . . . . . 8
FEEDBACK DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
FEATURES & QUICK KEYS . . . . . . . 12
USER LOG-IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CHOOSING PROGRAM, LEVEL, TIME . 18
PROGRAM DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
HRT - FAT BURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
HRT - SPEED TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . 28
HRT - ENDURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
HEART RATE TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . 38
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION . . . . .39
CUSTOM PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . 41
ALL MODELS GENERAL
T9700HRT CONSOLE
T9700S CONSOLE
FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
EASY START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
USER ENGINEERING MODE . . . . . . . 45
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
COMMON QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 50
TENSIONING THE BELT . . . . . . . . . . 51
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . .52
HOME WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
COMMERCIAL WARRANTY . . . . . . . . 56
DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM . 58
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . 59
BALANCED FITNESS . . . . . . . . . . . .60
STRETCHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
WEEKLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . . . 64
MONTHLY WORKOUT LOGS . . . . . . 66

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

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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.