PaceMaster ProPlusII
PaceMaster ProPlusII
PaceMaster ProPlusII
ProPlus
II
OWNERS MANUAL
Manufactured by: Aerobics Inc., 34 Fairfield Place West Caldwell, NJ 07006 (973) 276-9700
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Installation Requirements Unpacking Your Treadmill Tool Required for Assembly Grounding Instructions Assembly Testing Your Treadmill THE CONTROL PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting Your Weight Metric Units Warm Up and Cool Down Quick Start Manual Operation Preset Workouts Preset Workout Course Specifications Custom Workouts EXCLUSIVE ProPlusII FEATURES Exercise Preview Aerobic Points Personal Electronic Trainer CARE AND MAINTENANCE Deck and Tread Belt Cleaning Lubrication Centering the Tread Belt TROUBLE SHOOTING Electronic Error Codes Hesitation of the Belt Drive Belt Tension Adjustment Tread Belt Tension Adjustment FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WORKOUT LOG ProPlusII TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2 3 4-6 4 4 4 5 5-6 7 8-9 10-14 10 10 10 11 11-12 12 13 14 15
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your commitment toward better health and fitness! The staff at Aerobics Inc. would like to thank you for purchasing a PaceMaster treadmill. Not only did you buy one of the highest quality treadmills on the market; you also received excellent value for your dollar. PaceMaster treadmills have been rated BEST BUY by more nationally recognized publications than any other treadmill. Aerobics Inc. has been designing and manufacturing home treadmills since 1968. We are a family-owned and operated business, comprised of fitness enthusiasts who are committed to providing consumers with outstanding quality treadmills at affordable prices. All PaceMaster treadmills are made in the USA. Your new PaceMaster treadmill has a wide variety of features to assist you in reaching your fitness goals. Please read this manual in its entirety so you will be thoroughly acquainted with assembly, operation and maintenance information.
CAUTION: If at any time during your exercise program you find the exercise abnormally difficult or you encounter dizziness, feel faint,
experience chest pains, feel as if your heart may be skipping beats, you experience forced, heavy breathing after minimal exercise or severe pain in your legs, ankles, knees, etc., STOP EXERCISING and consult your physician.
Never apply lubricant to the belt and deck. It is permanently lubricated at the factory and is maintenance free. 3
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Requirements
Your PROPLUS II should be installed indoors on a flat, level surface near a 120Volt/ 15Amp outlet. PaceMaster requires a dedicated, nonswitched outlet that is not part of a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) circuit, preferably no more than 5 feet from the outlet to eliminate the need for an extension cord. You must have a minimum of 4 feet of clearance between the rear of the treadmill and any wall or obstruction.
TIP: If you are installing your ProPlusII on a carpeted surface, use a treadmill mat or a scrap piece of carpet underneath the treadmill to
avoid soiling of the carpet. Deep pile carpet is not recommended.
Grounding Instructions
DANGER: This product must be properly grounded. If it should malfunction or become inoperable, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment grounding-conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This product is rated for more than 15 amperes and is for use on a circuit having a nominal rating of 120 volts. It is factory equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to a proper electric circuit. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product. Attempting to bypass it with an adapter or in any way defeating its purpose can result in a serious shock hazard. As a safety precaution you should unplug the treadmill during electrical storms or if the treadmill will not be in use for periods greater than one week.
CAUTION: If you need to use an extension cord it must be a 14 gauge, three wire cord, no longer than 12 feet.
Assembly
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Carefully place the bottom of the handlebar (1) on the frame (2) so the two holes in the plate at the bottom of the handlebar line up with the holes in the frame. Be extremely careful not to damage the speed sensor while installing the handlebar. Insert the 3.5 carriage bolts (3) through the handlebar and the frame. Install a 1/4-20 kep nut (4) to each carriage bolt to keep the handlebar in place. Follow the same procedure for the other handlebar. Do not tighten any nuts until both sides are bolted in place.
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With the handlebar in place, plug the wire harness (5) into the socket (6) on the power supply board (7).
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Take one of the side rails (8) and slide the end with the grip over the end of the steel tube protruding from the control panel (9). Make sure the side rail grip touches the control panel.
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Insert one of the 4 carriage bolts (10) through the side rail (11), the side rail bracket (12) (the foam on the bracket should be at the top, facing the frame) and finally through the frame (13) . Install a 1 fender washer (14) and a -20 kep nut (15) to the bolt and hand tighten. Install the other side rail following the same procedure. Tighten both side rails with a wrench.
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To install the motor cover, stand in front of the treadmill. Pick up the motor cover (16) so it is level and the word PaceMaster is upside down. Holding the motor cover level and waist high, tilt it 45 degrees by lowering your left hand. Then slide it between the handlebars and lower the motor cover until it is level. Lower the cover all the way, keeping it level. Screw the two #8x1/2 black sheet metal screws (17) into the front of the motor cover. Press down on each side of the motor cover where it meets the black plastic shrouds to lock the Velcro pads (18) into place.
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Your ProPlusII has been adjusted and tested at the factory. However, due to changes that can occur during shipment, it should be tested prior to use. Once you have assembled your treadmill and it is located where it will be used, proceed as follows. (Do not make any adjustments unless necessary.) For the purpose of this test, DO NOT stand on the tread belt. Once tested, always start and finish on the tread belt. Step One: After your treadmill is in place and plugged in to the wall outlet, insert the magnetic safety key into the recess on the control panel. Step Two: You will see the number 150 in the INCLINE display window and the SET WEIGHT indicator light will be blinking. This is where the users weight is adjusted. The default weight set at the factory is 150 lbs. For the purpose of this test, it is not necessary to enter your actual weight at this time. Press the ENTER (PAUSE) button so the treadmills computer will accept the information. Step Three Set the workout time for 3 minutes by pressing the + button in the TIME display window 3 times until the time displayed is 3:00 minutes. Step Four: Set the workout speed by pressing the SPEED + button until the SPEED display window shows 2.5 mph. Step Five: Press the START/STOP button. Within a few seconds, the tread belt will begin to move. If the tread belt does not move, or the treadmill stops after a few seconds and displays an error code, make a note of the error code and contact the authorized PaceMaster retailer where you purchased your treadmill. Step Six: After the treadmill has reached 2.5 mph, observe the tread belt to make sure it is reasonably centered. If the tread belt is not centered, Immediately press the STOP button and refer to the CARE and MAINTENANCE section of this manual, under Centering The Tread Belt. Once the tread belt is centered, run the treadmill at 2.5 mph for 2 minutes to be sure it remains centered. Step Seven: To test the elevation, the tread belt must be moving. Press the arrow up button to raise the elevation to 3% incline. The elevation will be displayed in the INCLINE display window. Once it reaches 3%, press the down arrow button to reduce the incline to 0%. If the treadmill does not elevate, or stops after a few seconds and displays an error code, make a note of the error code and contact the authorized PaceMaster retailer where you purchased your treadmill.
MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY - The MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY, with its red cord and garment clip, is a safety feature. Before you begin your workout, clip the safety cord to your clothing at waist level. This safety key provides a means of powering down the treadmill in an emergency situation. It is also the ON/OFF switch. The ProPlusII will not operate unless the MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY is engaged. To turn your ProPlusII on, insert the MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY into the recess on the control panel. During exercise, an emergency stop can be made at any time by pulling on the cord to release the key from its slot. Using the key to stop your ProPlusII is an emergency procedure only! To end your exercise routine, press the STOP button or allow the timer to count down to zero. Once your ProPlusII has come to a complete stop, remove the MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY. When not in use, store the MAGNETIC SAFETY KEY in a safe place to prevent unauthorized use. WARM UP / COOL DOWN To achieve the maximum benefit from your workout, fitness experts advise that you warm up for a minimum of 5 minutes before and cool down for a minimum of 5 minutes after your main aerobic routine. This is a built- in feature on all PaceMaster treadmills. While in the warm up phase, the WARM UP indicator light will blink. While in the cool down phase, the COOL DOWN indicator light will blink. For details, refer to the WARM UP AND COOL DOWN section in this manual. TIME + AND BUTTONS Prior to beginning your workout, these buttons are used to set your desired exercise time. Each press of the TIME + button adds 1 minute to the clock. While in a manual program, you can increase or decrease the remaining time in one-minute increments by pressing the TIME + or -- button. Time is displayed in minutes and seconds until it reaches 59 minutes and 59 seconds. Then time is displayed in hours and minutes. 1.15 represents 1 hour and 15 minutes. TIME DISPLAY WINDOW If you have chosen a warm up and/or cool down mode, time will be displayed as a 5- minute countdown for the warm up phase, a countdown for the main exercise phase and then a 5- minute countdown for the cool down phase. In Quick Start, the TIME DISPLAY WINDOW shows elapsed time. DISTANCE DISPLAY WINDOW - Before beginning your program, this window displays the total distance you will exercise based on the time and speed entered. During your program, the DISTANCE DISPLAY WINDOW shows the distance thus far. DATA DISPLAY WINDOW When selecting a preset workout, the program and level numbers will appear in the DATA DISPLAY WINDOW. Once the program and level have been selected, the ProPlusII calculates your calorie expenditure based on the weight entered and the intensity of your workout. When calories are displayed, the CALORIES indicator light will be illuminated.
Aerobic Points is a system of measuring the aerobic benefit of the workout. You can see how many Aerobic Points you have earned at any time by pressing the AEROBIC POINTS button. The POINTS indicator light will be illuminated. You can toggle between Calories and Aerobic Points by pressing the corresponding button. When in Metric units operation (kilogram, kilometers and KPH) instead of English units (pounds, miles and MPH), the METRIC indicator light in the upper left corner of the DATA DISPLAY WINDOW will be illuminated. For details, refer to the METRIC UNITS section in this manual. INCLINE DISPLAY WINDOW - When the magnetic safety key is inserted, the last entered weight will be displayed in the INCLINE DISPLAY WINDOW and the WEIGHT indicator light will blink. To adjust the weight, press the INCLINE arrow up or down buttons until the desired weight is displayed. Then press ENTER. Prior to beginning a preset workout, the maximum incline will be displayed and the MAX indicator light will be illuminated. Once your workout has begun, the current incline will be constantly displayed in the INCLINE DISPLAY WINDOW. INCLINE UP AND DOWN ARROWS - Incline is adjustable from 0% to 15% in 0.5% increments. You can increase or decrease the incline by pressing the INCLINE UP OR DOWN ARROW buttons at any time during your workout. At the end of your workout, it is recommended that the elevation setting be returned to 0%. PRESET WORKOUTS The profiles for the preset workouts are listed here. For details, refer to the PRESET WORKOUTS section in this manual. ENTER/PAUSE You can put your exercise "on hold" at any time by pressing the ENTER/PAUSE button. Your ProPlusII will stop, retaining the distance, calories, and Aerobic Points accumulated thus far, as well as the speed and remaining time. The SPEED display window displays -P- to indicate the PAUSE feature has been activated. To resume your workout, press START. This button is also used to ENTER pertinent information into the treadmills computer. START/STOP - Press this button to start or stop your program. To begin using the Quick Start feature, press ENTER then the START button and the ProPlusII will gradually accelerate. For details, refer to the QUICK START section in this manual. SPEED DISPLAY WINDOW Prior to beginning a preset workout, the maximum speed will be displayed here. The MAX indicator light will be illuminated. Once your workout has begun, the current speed is constantly displayed in the SPEED DISPLAY WINDOW. By pressing the PACE button, the current pace will be displayed. The PACE indicator light will be illuminated. When in Metric units operation (kilogram, kilometers and KPH) instead of English units (pounds, miles and MPH), the METRIC indicator light in the upper left corner of the DATA DISPLAY WINDOW will be illuminated. For details, refer to the METRIC UNITS section in this manual. SPEED + AND BUTTONS - Speed is adjustable from 0.7 to 11 mph in 0.1 mph increments. You can adjust your speed by pressing these buttons to increase or decrease at any time during exercise in any program. PRESET BUTTON Press the PRESET button until the desired program is displayed in the DATA display window. For details, refer to the PRESET WORKOUTS section in this manual. LEVEL + / LEVEL BUTTONS Once the desired Preset Workout is chosen, press these buttons for the desired level of intensity. The level will be displayed in the DATA display window next to the program number. For details, refer to the PRESET WORKOUTS COURSE SPECIFICATIONS section in this manual. CUSTOM Press this key to choose one of four locations to create and store a new CUSTOM program or to select a previously designed program. The CUSTOM program number will be displayed in the DATA display window. For details, refer to the CUSTOM PROGRAMS section in this manual. CUSTOM LEARN (LEVEL -) This button must be pressed prior to creating a custom program in order for the program to be stored. When the CUSTOM LEARN feature is activated, LRN . will be displayed in the DATA display window. During your workout, LRN . will reappear in the DATA display window whenever a speed and/or elevation change has been made to signify it is learning, or recording, the change. LRN . will disappear as soon as the treadmills computer has accepted the change. Calories burned will then reappear. For details, refer to the CUSTOM PROGRAMS section in this manual.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Initially, you may want to keep both hands on the side rails until you feel comfortable walking on your ProPlusII. Once comfortable, try Removing your hands to let them swing naturally, as you would walking outdoors. Always hold on to the side rail or front handle bar with one hand when operating the buttons of the control panel.
METRIC UNITS
To select operation in Metric units (kilograms, kilometers and KPH) instead of English units (pounds, miles and MPH) insert the magnetic safety key. While the SET WEIGHT indicator light is blinking, press and hold the PACE button in the SPEED display window until the METRIC indicator light in the left corner of the DATA display window is illuminated.
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QUICK START
Once you have entered your weight, Quick Start allows you to begin your workout by pressing one button. You control the speed, incline and time.
TIP: If the magnetic safety key was not removed since the treadmill was last used, skip to Step Three
Step Two: Enter your weight as described in the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SETTING YOUR WEIGHT. Step Three: Press START and your ProPlusII will gradually accelerate until it reaches 1 mph. Or you can enter a specific starting speed prior to pressing START and the treadmill will gradually accelerate until it reaches your desired speed. Adjust the speed at any time during your workout by pressing the SPEED + and buttons. Speed will adjust in 0.1 mph increments Add incline at any time during your workout by pressing the incline up and down arrow buttons. Elevation will adjust in 0.5% increments.
TIP: You can pause your program at any time by pressing the PAUSE button. To resume, press the START button.
To end your workout, press the STOP button. The treadmill will display the total time, calories expended, Aerobic Points earned and distance. If a problem should occur, your ProPlusII can be stopped quickly by pulling on the magnetic safety cord to dislodge the key from the control panel. The treadmill will stop a bit more abruptly, but still gently enough to prevent you from being injured. This is an emergency procedure only and should not be used as the normal stopping procedure.
MANUAL OPERATION
Manual operation allows you to choose the length of time and the degree of intensity for your workout. You can make speed and incline adjustments at any time during the program.
TIP: If the magnetic safety key was not removed since the treadmill was last used, skip to Step Three
Step Two: Enter your weight as described in the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SETTING YOUR WEIGHT. Step Three: Enter the starting speed by press the SPEED + button until the desired speed appears in the SPEED display window. Speed can be adjusted at any time during your workout. Step Four: Enter the workout time by pressing the TIME + button in the TIME display window until the desired workout time appears. If you wish to include warm up and/or cool down to your program, press the WARM UP/COOL DOWN button until the indicator light next to the desired mode is illuminated. You will notice that your workout time will automatically increase by 5 minutes for each addition. For details, refer to the WARM UP AND COOL DOWN section in this manual. Adjust incline by pressing the INCLINE up or down arrow buttons. Elevation will be adjusted in 0.5% increments. 11
Step Five: Press START and your ProPlusII will gradually accelerate until it reaches the entered speed. To end your workout, either allow the timer to count down to zero or press the STOP button. The treadmill will display total time, calories expended, Aerobic Points earned and distance.
Tip: You can pause your workout at any time by pressing the PAUSE button. To resume, press the START button.
If a problem should occur, your ProPlusII can be stopped quickly by pulling on the magnetic safety cord to dislodge the key from the control panel. The treadmill will stop a bit more abruptly, but still gently enough to prevent you from being injured. This is an emergency procedure only and should not be used as the normal stopping procedure.
PRESET WORKOUTS
To assist you in reaching your fitness goals, your ProPlusII comes with 4 Preset workouts- Fat Burn, Cardio, Endurance and Interval. These specifically designed courses each offer 9 different levels of intensity, giving you 36 different workout possibilities. During your workout, you will be alerted to any speed and/or elevation changes in the program with 3 beeps and a flashing speed and/or incline display, then the new speed and/or incline will be displayed
TIP: If the magnetic safety key was not removed since the treadmill was last used, skip to Step Three
Step Two: Enter your weight as described in the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SETTING YOUR WEIGHT. Step Three: Press the PRESET button until the indicator light next to the desired program is illuminated. The program number will be displayed in the DATA display window. Press the + LEVEL button to adjust the level of intensity. The level will be displayed in the DATA display window next to the program number. The maximum speed for that level will be displayed in the SPEED display window and the maximum incline for that level will be displayed in the INCLINE display window. The MAX indicator lights will also be illuminated. You can adjust the level of intensity at any time during your workout by pressing the + LEVEL or LEVEL - buttons.
TIP: The ProPlusII provides you with a preview of all of your accomplishments prior to beginning your workout. Total distance is displayed
after you select the program and the intensity level. Press the CALORIES button for the total caloric expenditure and the AEROBIC POINTS button for the total points you will earn. If your goals are different that the program provides, you know that you will need to adjust the intensity level. Step Four: Warm up and cool down periods are automatically added to all the preset workouts. If you wish to delete the warm up and/or cool down phases, press the WARM UP / COOL DOWN button until the corresponding indicator light is no longer illuminated. Step Five: Press START and your ProPlusII will gradually accelerate. Your workout will end when the timer has counted down to zero or the STOP button is pressed. Total time, calories expended, Aerobic Points earned and total distance will be displayed.
TIP: You can pause your workout at any time by pressing the PAUSE button. To resume, press the START button.
If a problem should occur, your ProPlusII can be stopped quickly by pulling on the magnetic safety cord to dislodge the key from the Control Panel. The treadmill will stop a bit more abruptly, but still gently enough to prevent you from being injured. This is an emergency procedure only and should not be used as the normal stopping procedure.
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MINUTES
CARDIO
SPEED (MPH) LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MIN 1.8 2.4 3 3.6 4.2 4.8 5.4 6 6.6 MAX 2.6 3.2 3.8 4.4 5 5.6 6.2 6.8 7.4 INCLINE (%) MIN 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 MAX 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
CARDIO (P2)
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
MINUTES
ENDURANCE
SPEED (MPH) LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MIN 1.4 2 2.6 3.2 3.8 4.4 5 5.6 6.2 MAX 2.6 3.2 3.8 4.4 5 5.6 6.2 6.8 7.4 INCLINE (%) MIN 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MAX 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
ENDURANCE (P3)
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
MINUTES
INTERVAL
SPEED (MPH) LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 MIN 1.6 2.2 2.8 3.4 4 4.6 5.2 5.8 6.4 MAX 2.8 3.4 4 4.6 5.2 5.8 6.4 7 7.6 INCLINE (%) MIN 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MAX 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
INTERVAL (P4)
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
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CUSTOM WORKOUTS
Your ProPlusII offers an easy way for you to create your own programs, customized to your specific fitness level and goals.
TIP: If the magnetic safety key was not removed since the treadmill was last used, skip to Step Three.
Step Two: Enter your weight as described in the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SETTING YOUR WEIGHT. Step Three: Press the CUSTOM button to choose an open location, 1 through 4, to store your program. C1, C2, C3 or C4 will be displayed in the DATA display window. Step Four: Press the CUSTOM LEARN (LEVEL -) button. C1 L will appear in the DATA display window. (This will erase any program previously stored in this position.) If L is not displayed, your program will not be stored for future use. Step Five: Enter the desired starting speed by pressing the SPEED + button. Incline can be added by pressing the INCLINE up arrow button. Step Six: Enter your workout time using TIME + button in the TIME display window. If a warm up and/or cool down phase is desired, press the WARM UP/COOL DOWN button until the indicator lights are illuminated.
TIP: It is not necessary to enter a workout time. If no time is entered, the TIME clock will count up to a maximum of 8 hours.
Step Seven: Press START. LRN . will then disappear from the DATA display window and calorie expenditure will appear. As you are exercising, you can make speed and/or incline adjustments as desired. Each time a change is made, LRN . will appear in the DATA display window, indicating the treadmills computer is recording the change. As soon as the change is recorded, LRN . will disappear and additional changes can be made. Speed and incline changes can be made simultaneously. Your workout will end when the timer has counted down to zero or the STOP button has been pressed. Do not end your workout by removing the safety magnetic or your program will not be recorded. The treadmill will display total time, calories expended, Aerobic Points earned and total distance. If a problem should occur, your ProPlusII can be stopped quickly by pulling on the magnetic safety cord to dislodge the key from the control panel. The treadmill will stop a bit more abruptly, but still gently enough to prevent you from being injured. This is an emergency procedure only and should not be used as the normal stopping procedure.
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Aerobic Points
One of the main reasons people stop exercising is because they dont see the physical changes they expected. Results, however, can only be realized when you are training properly. For this reason, the Aerobic Point System has been incorporated into the design of PaceMaster treadmills since 1968. The Aerobic Point System was developed by Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the Father of Aerobics and renowned founder of The Cooper Aerobics Center in Dallas, TX, to measure the aerobic benefit of the workout. Dr. Coopers formula compares the energy costs of aerobic activity from the mathematical relationships between the oxygen expenditures assigned to each exercise at a given intensity and duration. This formula is built into the ProPlusII computer to automatically calculate the number of AEROBIC POINTS you earn for each workout Dr. Cooper states in his book, The Aerobics Program For Total Well Being; The main idea of this system is that, in order to stay in good shape and move toward a goal of total well-being, a person must earn a certain number of points each week by doing a certain amount of aerobic exercise. His research has determined that a man should work up to a minimum of 32 points per week and a woman should work up to a minimum of 27 points per week. The number of weekly points you earn correlates with your level of fitness. The fitness categories are: Average Points Per Week Classification Men Women Very Poor Less than 10 Less than 8 Poor 10-20 8-15 Fair 21-31 16-26 Good 32-50 27-40 Excellent 51-74 41-64 Superior 75+ 65+ If you have not been on a regular exercise program, it is highly recommended that you gradually work up to your desired fitness category and then develop a maintenance program. You can see the number of AEROBIC POINTS you will earn prior to beginning your program by pressing the AEROBIC POINTS button. To design a program based on the number of AEROBIC POINTS you want to earn, follow the instructions below for PERSONAL ELECTRONIC TRAINER.
CAUTION: Be sure to unplug your treadmill before attempting any cleaning or maintenance.
The running belt on your ProPlusII rides on a low friction, maintenance-free deck. Proper operation will be jeopardized if any water, dirt, solvents, fluids or abrasive materials come between the tread belt and the deck. For this reason, extra care must be used in keeping the belt clean. Use a soft, damp cloth to remove dust, dirt and other substances from the area between the belt and the side of the machine. Do not clean the tread belt by turning on the treadmill.
Lubrication
The motor and roller bearings are sealed for maintenance free operation and require no lubrication. The deck and tread belt are lubricated at the factory and are also maintenance free. Any attempt to lubricate underneath the running belt will result in damage, especially if silicone or any other lubricant is used. The side rails are made of steel. By occasionally applying a coat of automotive wax to them will help prevent rusting.
WARNING: Never make any unnecessary adjustments. CAUTION: The power must be turned off before making adjustments.
Step One: If the belt is drifting to the left, using a 3/16 Allen wrench, turn the left-hand adjustment bolt (1) a quarter turn clockwise and the right- hand adjustment bolt (2) a quarter turn counter-clockwise. If the belt is drifting to the right, using a 3/16 Allen wrench, turn the right- hand adjustment bolt (2) a quarter turn clockwise and the left-hand adjustment bolt (1) a quarter turn counter-clockwise. Step Two: Walk on the belt for 1 minute, observing belt tracking. If the belt moves to one side, repeat step 1.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Electronic Error Codes
Your self- diagnostic ProPlusII treadmill has built in sensors that will determine the precise reason for a problem. If the onboard computer detects a problem, an error code will be displayed. If an error code appears during operation of your treadmill, do the following: Make a note of the error code number. Obtain your serial number, located on the front of the treadmill approximately 10-12 inches to the left of the power cord. Write down which mode of operation you were using, the speed and incline that were set and if you were pressing any buttons at the time. Contact the PaceMaster dealer where you purchased your treadmill. If you have moved or need the name of the local dealer, visit our website at www.pacemaster.com <http://www.pacemaster.com> and choose the dealer locater to find this information.
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Step Three: Locate the drive belt adjustment screw (2) in the lower front end of the treadmill. Insert the allen wrench into the drive belt adjustment screw. Turn the screw 1/2 turn clockwise. Step Four: Complete the adjustment by tightening the four motor mount screws (1). Step Five: Walk on the treadmill to determine if the slippage is decreased or eliminated.
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Step Six: If no improvement is observed, the hesitation may be caused by a loose tread belt - see "Tread belt tension adjustment" below. If improvement is noticed but slippage is still present, repeat the procedure and test again. If you tighten the drive belt adjustment screw 1 1/2 turns and there is still hesitation (slippage) contact your authorized PaceMaster dealer. Tightening the drive belt adjustment screw more than 1 1/2 turns can result in bearing damage to the motor and/or drive roller.
Step One: Locate the two tread belt adjustment screws (3) and (4) as shown. Step Two: Turn both the left and right tread belt adjustment screws 1/2 turn clockwise. Step Three: Walk on the treadmill to see if the adjustment you made decreased the slippage. Step Four: If a significant decrease in slippage was observed, go to step 2. If you tighten the tread belt 1 1/2 turns per side and slippage is still present, do not continue to adjust the tread belt tension. Contact your authorized PaceMaster dealer.
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Workout Log
This page should be photocopied and used to keep a daily record of your workouts. By recording your workouts on a copy of this page you will be able to keep track of your progress and this is also good for motivation. Date Start Time Miles Calories Aerobic Points Average Speed Average Incline Warm up Cool down Comments
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Workout Log
This page should be photocopied and used to keep a daily record of your workouts. By recording your workouts on a copy of this page you will be able to keep track of your progress and this is also good for motivation. Date Start Time Miles Calories Aerobic Points Average Speed Average Incline Warm up Cool down Comments
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