F3 Treadmill Assembly and User Manual

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Austria Life Fitness Austria

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All Other EMEA countries & distributor business C-EMEA* Bijdorpplein 25-31 2992 LB Barendrecht THE NETHERLANDS Telephone: (+31) 180 646 666 Fax: (+31) 180 646 699 Service Email: [email protected] Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected] Operating Hours: 9.00h-17.00h(CET)

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All Other Asia Pacific countries & distributor business Asia Pacific* Room 2610, Miramar Tower 132 Nathan Road Tsimshatsui, Kowloon HONG KONG Telephone: (+852) 2891.6677 Fax: (+852) 2575.6001 Service Email: [email protected] Sales/Marketing Email: [email protected] Operating Hours: 9.00h-18.00h

Before using this product, it is essential to read this ENTIRE operation manual and ALL installation instructions. This will help in setting up the equipment quickly and in instructing others on how to use it correctly and safely. FCC Warning - Possible Radio / Television Interference NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Class HB (Home): Domestic use. Not suitable for therapeutic purposes. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to this equipment could void the product warranty. Any service other than cleaning or user maintenance, must be performed by an authorized service representative. There are no user-serviceable parts.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.

Important Safety Instructions...6

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Assembly...10

2.1

Unpacking...10

2.2

Component List...11

2.3

Installing Uprights and Handlebars...12

2.4

Installing the Console...14

2.5

Attaching the Power Cord...15

2.6

Calibration...15

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Setup...16 Electrical Power Requirements // Electrical Grounding Requirements // Turning the Unit On // How to Stabilize the Life Fitness Treadmill // Checking the Belt // Raising and Lowering The Deck // Power Switch // Moving the Treadmill // Immobilizing the Treadmill // Centering the Belt

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Features...20

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Service and Technical Data...23

5.1

Troubleshooting...23

5.2

Preventative Maintenance Tips...26

5.3

How to Adjust and Tension the Striding Belt...27

Reading Rack // Accessory Trays // Activity Zone // Hand Pulse Sensor System

The Belt Tensioning Bolts // Tracking (Centering) an Existing or New Striding Belt // Tensioning an Existing Striding Belt 5.4

How to Obtain Product Service...29

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Specifications...30

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Warranty Information...32

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This Operation Manual describes the functions of the following product: Life Fitness Treadmill Model:

F3 Thank you for purchasing a Life Fitness treadmill. Before using this product please read this user manual in its entirety to ensure that you have the knowledge to safely and properly operate all of the features on your treadmill. We hope you achieve the product experience on your treadmill that you expect, but if you do have any service issues please go to the How to Obtain Product Service page in the How To section which will provide information on obtaining domestic and international product service. See "Specifications" in this manual for product specific features.

Statement of Purpose: The Treadmill is an exercise machine that enables users to walk or run in place on a moving surface.

CAUTION: Health-related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment. The manufacturer STRONGLY recommends seeing a physician for a complete medical exam before undertaking an exercise program, particularly if the user has a family history of high blood pressure or heart disease, is over the age of 45, smokes, has high cholesterol, is obese, or has not exercised regularly in the past year. The manufacturer also recommends consulting a fitness professional on the correct use of this product. If at any time while exercising, the user experiences faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath, he or she must stop immediately.

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MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE TREADMILL. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug this Life Fitness product before cleaning or attempting any maintenance activity. WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury, it is imperative to connect each product to a properly grounded electrical outlet. WARNING: This treadmill has immobilization or lockout software. Only activate the software lockout when the treadmill is not in use. Refer to this user manual for instructions on immobilizing the treadmill. Keep the instructions out of the reach of children. WARNING: Fold the treadmill into the upright and locked position BEFORE rolling it over on its side or picking it up from the floor. The base or folding frame can swing around unexpectedly if this procedure is not followed. WARNING: Do not move the treadmill by lifting the console. Do not use the console as a handlebar during a workout.

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Risk of injury to persons – To avoid injury stand on the side rails before starting the treadmill.

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To disconnect, turn power OFF at the ON/OFF switch, then remove plug from electrical outlet.

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Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Service.

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Position this product so the power cord plug is accessible to the user.

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Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Do not pull the equipment by the power cord or use the cord as a handle. Do not run the power cord on the floor, under or along the side of the treadmill.

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If the electrical supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.

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Do not use this product in areas where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. Such substances create the danger of combustion and explosion.

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Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.

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Close supervision is necessary when used by, or near, children or disabled persons.

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Do not use this product outdoors, near swimming pools, or in areas of high humidity.

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Never operate a Life Fitness product with the air openings blocked. Keep air openings free of lint, hair or any obstructing material.

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Never insert objects into any openings in this product. If an object should drop inside, turn off the power, unplug the power cord from the outlet and carefully retrieve it. If the item cannot be reached, contact Life Fitness Customer Service.

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Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in a bottle holder or accessory tray. Lidded containers are recommended.

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When using the treadmill, wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles. Do not use this product in bare feet. Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels away from moving parts.

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Do not reach into or underneath the unit, or tip it on its side during operation.

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Keep an open area of six feet (2 meters) by three feet (1 meter) behind the treadmill clear of any obstructions, including walls, furniture and other equipment.

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Use the handrails whenever additional stability is required. In case of emergency, such as tripping, the user should grab the handrails and place his/her feet on the side platforms. The handrails may be held to enhance stability as needed, but are not for continuous use.

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Never walk or jog backwards on the treadmill.

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Immobilize the treadmill so the motors will not run when the unit is not in use. To do this, press and hold both the DOWN ARROW and the ENTER key on the console.

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Activate the software lockout when not in use. Refer to Console Owner’s Manual for the lockout instructions. Store instructions out of the reach of children.

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Use caution when folding and unfolding the treadmill. Do not let the treadmill lower to the floor unassisted. Guide the deck to the floor by hand.

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Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

HEART RATE HAND PULSE SENSORS The heart rate hand pulse sensors found on your Life Fitness F3 product provide an approximate heart rate value. The sensors are not medical devices and should not be used in any type of medical application. If you purchased the advanced console, use the Polar heart rate chest strap that was included with your product for more accurate readings. To improve heart rate accuracy when using the heart rate hand pulse sensors, follow the guidelines below. •

Remove hands from heart rate hand pulse sensors and wait for heart rate display to disappear. Grasp sensors again.

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Make sure hands are fully contacting the sensors.

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Dry hands periodically during use.

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Limit movement. Life Fitness recommends the heart rate hand pulse sensors on treadmills be used when standing on side rails.

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Clean heart rate hand pulse sensors per recommended maintenance in user manual.

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SSEMBLY

For safety, and to save time and effort, read these setup instructions and the Operation Manual completely before installing your Life Fitness Treadmill. Place the treadmill near where it will be used before beginning the unpacking procedure.

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UNPACKING

These unpacking instructions assume you have already done the following: •

Removed the top of the shipping carton.

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Removed the styrofoam packing material.

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Removed these assembly instructions from the bridge assembly carton.

The best method for unpacking the rest of the treadmill is as follows: •

Remove the bridge assembly carton from the base unit.

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Break down the sides of the inner shipping carton.

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Remove the treadmill uprights from the shipping carton.

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Assemble the treadmill. Once assembly is complete: -

Fold the treadmill upward until it locks in its upright position.

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Roll the treadmill off the shipping carton and to the location where it will be used.

WARNING: Fold the treadmill into the upright and locked position before rolling it over on its side or picking it up from the floor. The base or folding frame can swing around unexpectedly if this procedure is not followed.

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2.2

COMPONENT LIST

Identify the following components after unpacking your treadmill: 1. Left Upright... Qty: 1

STAR WASHER

2. M8 x 60mm Bolt... Qty: 6 3. Star Washers... Qty: 21 4. Right Upright... Qty: 1 5. Console Bridge... Qty: 1 6. M8 x 25mm Bolt... Qty: 3

M8 X 15MM BOLT

7. Handlebar Extensions... Qty: 2 8. M8 x 15mm Bolt (Black)... Qty: 4 9. M8 x 15mm Bolt (Zinc)... Qty: 8 10. 6mm Hex Head Wrench... Qty: 1 11. Power Cord... 120V Qty: 1 ... 230V Qty: 3

M8 X 25MM BOLT

12. Emergency Stop Lanyard... Qty: 1

M8 X 60MM BOLT 11

2.3

INSTALLING UPRIGHTS AND HANDLEBARS

Locate the left upright (1). Position the left upright near the left upright bracket and attach the wire connectors that lead from the bottom of the left upright and the left upright bracket. Be sure the connectors are fully seated together. Feed any excess wire into the hollow inside the left upright. CAUTION: Do not pinch the wire when attaching the left upright to the left upright bracket. Put the uprights in their brackets by first inserting them at an angle tilting away from the treadmill, then fitting their upper rectangular slots over the bracket’s tabs (A) and straightening them, then lowering them fully into position. Secure the left upright to the left upright bracket using three M8 x 60mm bolts (2) and three star washers (3). Leave the bolts finger-tight at this time. Secure the right upright (4) to the right upright bracket using three M8 x 60mm bolts (2) and three star washers (3). Leave the bolts finger-tight at this time. For (-0202) version only: Secure the front of both uprights by installing one M8 x 15mm bolt (9) and one star washer (3) per side. Leave the bolts finger-tight at this time.

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Position the console bridge (5) near the top of the uprights. Attach the wire connectors leading from the left upright and the console bridge. Be sure the connectors are fully seated together. Feed any excess wire into the hollow inside the left upright. CAUTION: Do not pinch the wire when attaching the left upright to the console bridge. Attach the console bridge to the uprights using six M8 x 15mm zinc bolts (9) and six star washers (3), three for each upright. Leave the bolts finger-tight at this time. Attach one handlebar extension (7) on each side of the console bridge, using two black M8 x 15mm (8) bolts and two star washers (3) each.

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2.4

INSTALLING THE CONSOLE

Remove the pre-installed bolt (A) from the back of the main console (B). Position the main console near the top of the console bridge and attach the connectors leading from the console bridge to the corresponding tabs on the back of the main console. The wires are color wrapped to match colored tabs on the main console circuit board. The main console harness (C) wrapped in a green sleeve corresponds with the green tab on the console circuit board. The Activity Zone harness (D) wrapped in a yellow sleeve corresponds with the yellow tab on the console circuit board. The grounding wire (E) is the small green and yellow wire that inserts onto either of the two metal circuit board receptacles. Be sure the connectors are fully seated together. Feed any excess wire into the console bridge. Attach the main console to the console bridge using three M8 x 25mm ZINC BOLTS (6). Tighten the bolts securely. CAUTION: Do not pinch the wires when attaching the main console to the console bridge. Securely tighten all the bolts that were left finger-tight.

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2.5

ATTACHING THE POWER CORD

Insert the female plug of your treadmill’s power cord into the male outlet next to your treadmill’s power switch. NOTE: F3 treadmills shipped in the USA and Canada are supplied with a North American line cord. 230V F3 treadmills shipped outside North America are supplied with three line cords: a UK line cord, a continental line cord, and an Australian line cord. Attach the cord suited to your area.

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CALIBRATION

Before using your treadmill please follow the calibration instructions below. Please stand to the side of your treadmill during calibration. 1.

Turn treadmill on, or if on press the RESET key.

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The console will display "PLEASE WAIT" or "WAIT".

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When "PLEASE WAIT" or "WAIT" disappears and the screen is blank press and hold the PAUSE key until "DIAGNOSTICS" appears.

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Use the arrow keys to scroll through the diagnostics menu to "CALIBRATION" or "CALIB".

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Press enter to select "CALIBRATION" or "CALIB".

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Press the START key located on the lower control pad to begin calibration.

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Your treadmill will now automatically cycle through a series of tests including speed and incline adjustments in order to complete calibration.

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When successfully completed the console will display "PASS" ***If there was an error during calibration the console will display "FAIL". ***If a failure occurred press STOP twice and restart the process at Step 1. ***If failure occurs again take note of the error number display and contact Life Fitness customer support at 1-800-351-3737 (U.S.A. and Canada).

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ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS Most Life Fitness Treadmills are intended for use on a normal 120 volt circuit in the United States and Canada. Below is a table that provides the current rating for this product based on supply voltage. Make sure that the treadmill model supports the proper line voltage for the installation location before plugging into the outlet. Supply Voltage (VAC) 120 230

Frequency (Hz) 50 / 60 50 / 60

Maximum Current (Amps) 12 6.3

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS This Life Fitness product must be properly grounded. If the unit malfunctions or breaks down, proper grounding provides the path of least resistance for the electric current, which reduces the risk of shock to anyone touching or using the equipment. Each unit is equipped with an electrical cord, which includes an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that has been properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. A temporary adapter must not be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle in North America. If a properly grounded, correct amperage outlet is not available, a qualified electrician must install one. DANGER: A risk of electrical shock may result from improper connection of the equipment’s grounding conductor. Check with a qualified electrician if you are unsure about proper grounding techniques. Do not modify the plug provided with this product. If it will not fit an electrical outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

TURNING THE UNIT ON To turn the treadmill on, locate the ON/OFF power switch at the front of the treadmill near the power cord and turn it ON.

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HOW TO STABILIZE THE LIFE FITNESS TREADMILL After placing the unit where it will be used, check its stability. If there is even a slight rocking motion or the unit is not stable, determine which stabilizing leg is not resting on the floor. To adjust, turn the STABILIZING LEG (A) until the rocking motion ceases and both stabilizing legs rest firmly on the floor. NOTE: If excessive vibration occurs during use, adjust the height of the levelers closer to the uprights. Do not adjust the height of the levelers further from the uprights. NOTE: It is extremely important that the stabilizing leg be correctly adjusted for proper operation.

CHECKING THE BELT After the treadmill has been installed and stabilized, the belt must be checked to confirm proper tracking. First, ensure the power cord is plugged into a suitable outlet, as described in the Electrical Requirements section. Then turn the treadmill on. Stand on the side rails of the treadmill and straddle the belt. To start the belt, press the START/ENTER key, then press the SPEED UP ARROW key until the treadmill reaches 4.0 MPH. If the striding belt appears off-center, see the instructions on the How to Center the Striding Belt page in the Service and Technical Data section.

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RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK The treadmill’s deck can be folded up when not in use. To do so, make sure that the incline is set to 0%, then simply grab the deck and lift it until it snaps into place. To lower the deck again, squeeze the release handle (A) and slowly lower it to the ground. Make sure the deck is completely lowered before using the treadmill. NOTE: When raising and lowering the deck, take care not to get hands or skin caught in the treadmill’s pinch points (C).

POWER SWITCH Located on the front panel at the base of the treadmill, the ON/OFF switch has two positions - "I" (one) for ON and "0" (zero) for OFF.

MOVING THE TREADMILL Turn the treadmill off and disconnect its power cord, then raise its deck. NOTE: If adjustments were made to the front levelers during setup, make sure to tighten the levelers snug against the base frame before moving. The treadmill may now be moved on its front platform wheels by pushing and pulling on its handrails. Do not attempt to move the treadmill by pushing or pulling on the deck or deck support tubing.

IMMOBILIZING THE TREADMILL When it is necessary to immobilize the treadmill, press and hold both the DOWN ARROW and the ENTER keys on the console.

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CENTERING THE BELT After the treadmill has been installed and leveled, the belt must be checked to confirm proper tracking. First, plug the power cord into a suitable outlet. See the topic titled Electrical Requirements, which appears earlier in this section, for details. Then, turn the treadmill ON. Stand on the siderails of the treadmill and straddle the belt. Press the START key and increase the speed to 4.0-mph (6.4 kph) using the SPEED UP ARROW key. If the striding belt moves to the right, turn the right tension bolt (D) a quarter-turn clockwise with provided quarter-inch Allen wrench, and then turn the left tension bolt a quarter-turn counter-clockwise (see figure). This sets the striding belt tracking back to the center of the roller. If the striding belt moves to the left, turn the left tension bolt a quarter-turn clockwise and then turn the right tension bolt a quarter-turn counter-clockwise to start striding belt tracking back to the center of the roller. Repeat adjustments until the striding belt appears centered. The belt should be centered on the roller with an equal distance on both sides from belt to roller. Allow the machine to continue running for several minutes to observe if the tracking remains stabilized. NOTE: Do not exceed one full turn of the adjusting screws in either direction. If, after one full turn, the belt does not track properly, contact Customer Support Services. The phone numbers are listed in the beginning of this manual.

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