Horizon Fitness T900 - Manual (Page 8)

BEFORE
YOU
BEGIN
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INTRODUCTION
IMPORT
ANT
PRECAUTIONS
ASSEMBL
Y
BEFORE
YOU
BEGIN
TREADMILL OPERA
TION
LIMITED
W
ARRANTY
TROUBLESHOOTING
&
MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBL
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BEFORE
YOU
BEGIN
BEFORE YOU
BEGIN
ASSEMBL
Y
ASSEMBL
Y
15
INTRODUCTION
IMPORT
ANT
PRECAUTIONS
TREADMILL OPERA
TION
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING &
MAINTENANCE
LIMITED WARRANTY
ASSEMBL
Y
BEFORE YOU
BEGIN
IMPORT
ANT
PRECAUTIONS
PROPER USAGE
Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds. Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in
small increments to reach a higher speed level. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. When
not in use, remove the safety key, turn the on/off switch to off and unplug the power cord. Make sure to follow
the MAINTENANCE schedule located on page 33 in this manual. Keep your body and head facing forward. Do not
attempt to turn around or look backwards while the treadmill is running. Stop your workout immediately if you
feel pain, faint, dizzy or are short of breath.
Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged.
If the treadmill appears to not be working properly, do not use the treadmill.
FOLDING
Firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill. Carefully lift the end of the
treadmill deck into the upright position until the foot lock latch engages
and securely locks the deck into position. Make sure the deck is securely
latched before letting go. To unfold, firmly grasp the back end of the
treadmill. Gently press down on the foot lock latch with your foot until the
lock latch disengages. Carefully lower the deck to the ground.
MOVING
Your treadmill has transport wheels built into the frame. To move,
make sure the treadmill is folded and securely latched. To unlock
wheels, push down on the top lever of the rear wheel locks located on
the rear corners of the base frame. Then firmly grasp the handlebars,
and slowly move the treadmill. After moving to the desired location,
push down on the bottom lever of the rear wheel locks to lock the
rear wheels.
NOTE: Both rear wheel locks MUST be locked before using the
treadmill.
Our treadmills are heavy, use care and additional help if necessary when moving.
Do not attempt to move or transport treadmill unless it is in the upright, folded
position with the lock latch secured. Do not attempt to disassemble machine and
transport. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.
POWER
The power cord must be plugged into the power jack, which is located in the front of the machine below the
MOTOR COVER. Make sure the power switch is in the ON position. After use, the power switch should be turned
to the OFF position.
WARNING
WARNING
WHEEL LOCKS
CENTERING THE RUNNING BELT
The running belt has been properly adjusted at the
factory before it was shipped. At times the belt can
move off-center during shipment. Before operating the
treadmill, make sure the belt is centered and remains
centered to maintain smooth operation.
CAUTION: Do not run belt faster than 1/2 mph while
centering. Keep fingers, hair and clothing away from
belt at all times.
If the running belt is too far to the right side:
With the treadmill running at 1/2 mph, turn the right
adjustment bolt clockwise 1/4 TURN at a time (using
the supplied allen wrench). Check the belt alignment.
Allow belt to run a full cycle to gauge if more adjustment
is needed. Repeat if necessary, until the belt remains
centered during use.
If the running belt is too far to the left side:
With the treadmill running at 1/2 mph, turn the right
adjustment bolt counter-clockwise 1/4 TURN at a time
(using the supplied Allen wrench). Check the belt
alignment. Allow belt to run a full cycle to gauge if more
adjustment is needed. Repeat if necessary, until the
belt remains centered during use.
Belt is too far to the right side
Belt is too far to the left side
TENSIONING THE RUNNING BELT
The running belt has been properly adjusted at the
factory before it was shipped. At times the belt can
move off-center during shipment.
CAUTION: Running belt should NOT be moving during
tensioning. Over-tightening the running belt can
cause excessive wear on the treadmill as well as its
components. Never over-tighten the belt.
If you can feel a slipping sensation when running on the
treadmill, the running belt must be tightened. In most
cases, the belt has stretched from use, causing the
belt to slip. This is a normal and common adjustment.
To eliminate this slipping, TURN THE TREADMILL OFF
and tension BOTH THE REAR ROLLER BOLTS using the
supplied allen wrench, turning them 1/4 TURN to the
right as shown. Turn the treadmill on and check for
slipping. Repeat if necessary, but NEVER TURN the
roller bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time. Belt is properly
tensioned when the slipping sensation is gone.
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