Bowflex TreadClimber TC5000 - Manual (Page 35)

32 Bowflex ® TreadClimber ® Owner’s Manual
Before You Start
1. Make sure you have calibrated your machine (TC3000 or TC5000 only) as outlined in Step 19 of the
Assembly Guide before using your Bowflex ® TreadClimber ® exercise machine for the first time.
2. Determine your workout mode (treadmill, stair-stepper or TreadClimber ® mode).
NOTE: If you are working out in treadmill mode, you must lock the treadles by following the locking
procedure in the Locking the Treadles section in this manual.
3. Adjust the Workout Level Settings on the Hydraulic Cylinders following the procedure in the Adjusting
Workout Level Settings section on Page 33.
Do not stand on the machine while adjusting hydraulic resistance settings.
4. If you are using the Heart Rate Monitor (TC5000 only), thoroughly follow the heart rate transmitter
chest-strap directions in the Remote Heart Module section in this manual.
5. Plug the power cord into the base of the machine and into a grounded AC wall outlet. Always plug
into the machine before plugging into the wall outlet.
NOTE: The TreadClimber ® machine may be equipped with an external circuit breaker.
6. Main Power Switch.
• Power is switched on using the Main Power Switch near the incoming power cord plug.
• Power is supplied to the motor and console only when the unit is plugged in and the Main Power
Switch is turned on.
NOTE (TC3000 and TC5000): The console will not light up until you turn on the console
by pressing the POWER Button (START/STOP Button for the TC1000).
• Position the power cord along the side of the TreadClimber ® machine, making sure that it is out
of your way when you dismount the machine. Always take care when securing the power plug to
prevent stepping on it and always check the placement of the cord and plug before beginning your
workout.
7. Straddle the belts and stand on the Side Foot Support Platforms. Insert the Safety Key into the Safety
Keyhole and clip the Safety Key cord to your clothing.
• The console will NOT power up if the Safety Key is not properly inserted
into the Safety Keyhole.
• In the event of an emergency, you may need to pull the Safety Key out
while the TreadClimber ® machine is in motion. Be aware that this will cut
all power to the console and the belts will stop quickly (brace yourself—
this is an abrupt stop).
• You should always wear the Safety Key clip attached to your clothing
during workouts to be prepared to stop the belts quickly, if ever necessary.
Main Power Switch “On” Main Power Switch “Off”
Safety key and Cord
(TC5000 & TC3000)
Getting Started