ProForm 7.25 Q Manual

							STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION 
Make sure that the power
cord is properly plugged
in (see page 9). Next,
step onto the foot rails of
the treadmill. Find the
clip attached to the key,
and slide the clip onto
the waistband of your clothes. Test the clip by care-
fully taking a few steps backward until the key is
pulled from the console. If the key is not pulled
from the console, adjust the position of the clip as
needed. 
Note: The console can display distance and speed in
either kilometres or miles. (See HOW TO SELECT
KILOMETRES AND MILES on page 12.)Insert the key fully into the console. 
Inserting the key will
not turn on the dis-
plays. The displays
will turn on when the
On/Reset button is
pressed or when the
walking belt is started.
Note: If you just in-
stalled batteries, the displays will already be on.
Reset the speed control and start the walking
belt.
Slide the speed control
down to the Reset position.
Note: Each time the walk-
ing belt is stopped, the
speed control must be
moved to the Reset posi-
tion before the walking
belt can be restarted. 
After you have moved the speed control to the
Reset position, slowly slide the speed control up-
ward until the walking belt begins to move at slow
speed. Carefully step onto the walking belt and
begin exercising. Change the speed of the walking
belt as desired by sliding the speed control. 
To stop the walking belt, step onto the foot rails
and slide the speed control to the Reset position.
During the first few minutes that you use the tread-
mill, inspect the alignment of the walking belt, and
align it if necessary (see page 16).
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1CAUTION:Before operating the 
console, read the following precautions.
• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn-
ing on the power. 
• Always wear the clip (see the drawing
above) whilst using the treadmill. When the
key is removed, the walking belt will stop.
• Adjust the speed in small increments.
• To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquids
on it and use only a sealable water bottle.
On/Reset 
Button
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If there is a thin sheet of
clear plastic on the console,
remove it.
Clip
Key 
						

							Adjust the incline of the treadmill as desired.
To change the incline of the
treadmill, press the top or bot-
tom of the incline control until
the desired incline level is
reached.
Follow your progress with the four displays.
Speed display—This
display shows the speed
of the walking belt.
Time display—This
display shows the
elapsed time.
Distance display—
This display shows the
distance that you have
walked or run. 
Cals/Fat Cals/Pulse
display—This display
shows the approximate
numbers of calories and
fat calories you have
burned. (See Fat
Burning on page 17.)
Every few seconds, the
display will change
from one number to the
other. Arrows in the
display will indicate
which number is cur-
rently shown. Note:
When the chest pulse sensor is worn, this display
will also show your heart rate.To reset the displays at any time, press the
On/Reset button.
When you are finished exercising, stop the
walking belt and remove the key.
Step onto the foot rails, stop the walking belt, and
remove the key from the console. The displays will
turn off a few minutes after the key is removed.
Note: To conserve the batteries, the displays
will automatically turn off any time that the
walking belt is stopped and the On/Reset but-
ton is not pressed for a few minutes.  
HOW TO SELECT KILOMETRES AND MILES
The console can display distance and speed in either
kilometres or miles. To change the unit of measure-
ment, first UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.Next, re-
move the screws attaching the console to the console
base. Lift the console a few inches, being careful not to
pull on the wires, and turn the console over. Locate the
small switch on the back of the console. Move the
switch up or down to select kilometres or miles.
Reattach the console to the console base. Next, re-
move one of the batteries from the console for
about five seconds and then reinsert it. This will
reset the console. 
5
4
3
ScrewsConsole
Screws
Switch
Arrow
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							HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL
HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE
Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord.
CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.)
in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 
1.  Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown
at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend
your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise
the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather
than your back.Raise the treadmill about halfway to the
vertical position. 
2. Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the
treadmill firmly. Raise the treadmill until the storage latch
closes over the catch. It may be helpful to push out on
the handrail as you raise the treadmill. Make sure that
the storage latch is fully engaged over the catch. 
To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a
mat under the treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of 
direct sunlight. Do not leave the treadmill in the stor-
age position in temperatures above 30° C (85° F).
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL 
Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the stor-
age position as described above. Make sure that the stor-
age latch is closed fully over the catch. 
1.  Hold the upper ends of the handrails. Place one foot on
the base as shown.
2.  Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front
wheels. Carefully move the treadmill to the desired loca-
tion. To reduce the risk of injury, use extreme caution
whilst moving the treadmill. Do not move the tread-
mill over an uneven surface.
3.  Place one foot on the base, and carefully lower the tread-
mill until it is resting in the storage position.
Base
Front Wheels
Engaged
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2
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Storage 
Latch
Catch 
						

							HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE
1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand
as shown. Using your left thumb, press the storage latch
and hold it. Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot rail
are past the storage latch.
2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the
treadmill to the floor. Do not drop the treadmill frame to
the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of in-
jury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
Storage 
Latch
Unlatched
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							TROUBLESHOOTING
Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and
follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call our Customer Service Department.
PROBLEM: The power does not turn on
SOLUTION:a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly earthed outlet (see page 9). If an extension
cord is needed, use only a 3-conductor, 1 mm
2(14-gauge) cord that is no longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.).
b. After the power cord has been plugged in, make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console.
c. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill
near the power cord. If the switch protrudes as
shown, the circuit breaker has tripped. To reset the
circuit breaker, wait for five minutes and then press
the switch back in. 
PROBLEM: The power turns off during use
SOLUTION:a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see the drawing
above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.
b. Make sure that the power cord is plugged in. If the power cord is plugged in, unplug it, wait for
five minutes, and then plug it back in.
c. Remove the key from the console. Reinsert the key fully into the console.
d. If the treadmill still will not run, please call our Customer Service Department.
PROBLEM: The displays of the console do not function properly
SOLUTION:a.UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Check the batteries in the console. If the batteries need to be re-
placed, see assembly step 8 on page 8. Most problems are the result of drained batteries. 
b. Remove the key from the console and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.Remove the screws from
the hood. Carefully remove the hood. 
Locate the Reed Switch (44) and the Magnet (45) on
the left side of the Pulley (50). Turn the Pulley until the
Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure
that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed
Switch is about 3 mm (1/8 in.).If necessary, loosen
the Screw (33) and move the Reed Switch slightly.
Retighten the Screw. Re-attach the hood, and run the
treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct
speed reading.
PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on
SOLUTION: a. If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3-conductor, 1mm
2(14-gauge) cord that is no longer
than 1.5 m (5 ft.).
TrippedReset
c
45
44
33
Top
View
3mm50
b
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							b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor-
mance may decrease and the walking belt may be-
come damaged. Remove the key and UNPLUG THE
POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn both
rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise, 1/4 of a
turn. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you
should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 5 to
8 cm (2 to 3 in.) off the walking platform. Be careful to
keep the walking belt centred. Plug in the power cord,
insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes.
Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.
c. If the walking belt still slows when walked on, call our Customer Service Department.
PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-centre or slips when walked on
SOLUTION:a. If the walking belt is off-centre, first remove the key
and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. If the walking
belt has shifted to the left,use the allen wrench to
turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1/2 of a turn; if
the walking belt has shifted to the right,turn the
bolt counterclockwise 1/2 of a turn. Be careful not to
overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord,
insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes.
Repeat until the walking belt is centred. 
b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove
the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using
the allen wrench, turn both rear roller bolts clockwise,
1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tight-
ened, you should be able to lift each side of the walk-
ing belt 5 to 8 cm (2 to 3 in.) off the walking platform.
Be careful to keep the walking belt centred. Plug in
the power cord, insert the key and carefully walk on
the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walk-
ing belt is properly tightened.
PROBLEM: The heart rate monitor does not function properly
SOLUTION:a. If the heart rate monitor does not function properly, refer to CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROU-
BLESHOOTING on page 10. 
b. If the heart rate monitor still does not function properly, the battery
should be replaced. To replace the battery, locate the battery cover
on the back of the sensor unit. Insert a coin into the slot in the cover
and turn the cover counterclockwise to the “open” position. Remove
the cover. Next, remove the old battery from the sensor unit. Insert
a new CR 2032 battery, making sure that the writing is on top.
Make sure that the rubber gasket is in place in the sensor unit.
Reattach the battery cover and turn it to the closed position.
Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts
5–8 cmb
b
a
CR2032
Battery
Gasket
b
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							CONDITIONING GUIDELINES
The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex-
ercise program. For more detailed exercise informa-
tion, obtain a reputable book or consult your physician. 
EXERCISE INTENSITY
Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your
cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the 
desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity.
The proper intensity level can be found by using your
heart rate as a guide. The chart below shows recom-
mended heart rates for fat burning and aerobic exercise.
To find the proper heart rate for you, first find your age
near the bottom of the chart (ages are rounded off to
the nearest ten years). Next, find the three numbers
above your age. The three numbers define your “train-
ing zone.” The lower two numbers are recommended
heart rates for fat burning; the higher number is the
recommended heart rate for aerobic exercise.
To measure your heart rate during exercise, use the
chest pulse sensor. 
Fat Burning
To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relatively
low intensity level for a sustained period of time.
During the first few minutes of exercise, your bodyuses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for en-
ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body
begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal
is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread-
mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in
your training zone. 
For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed and incline
of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle
number in your training zone.
Aerobic Exercise
If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular system,
your exercise must be “aerobic.” Aerobic exercise is ac-
tivity that requires large amounts of oxygen for pro-
longed periods of time. This increases the demand on
the heart to pump blood to the muscles, and on the
lungs to oxygenate the blood. For aerobic exercise, ad-
just the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart
rate is near the highest number in your training zone.
WORKOUT GUIDELINES
Each workout should include the following three parts:
A Warm-up—Start each workout with 5 to 10 minutes
of stretching and light exercise. A proper warm-up in-
creases your body temperature, heart rate and circula-
tion in preparation for exercise. 
Training Zone Exercise—After warming up, increase
the intensity of your exercise until your pulse is in your
training zone for 20 to 60 minutes. (During the first few
weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your
pulse in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes.)
Breathe regularly and deeply as you exercise—never
hold your breath.
A Cool-down—Finish each workout with 5 to 10 min-
utes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the
flexibility of your muscles and will help prevent post-ex-
ercise problems.
EXERCISE FREQUENCY
To maintain or improve your condition, complete three
workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be-
tween workouts. After a few months, you may com-
plete up to five workouts each week if desired. The key
to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable
part of your everyday life.
WARNING:Before beginning this
or any exercise program, consult your physi-
cian. This is especially important for individu-
als over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-
existing health problems.
The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including your movement,
may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
The sensor is intended only as an exercise aid
in determining heart rate trends in general.
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							SUGGESTED STRETCHES
The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right.
Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce.
1. Toe Touch Stretch
Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from
your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach
down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then
relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees, and
back.
2. Hamstring Stretch
Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot to-
ward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg.
Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts,
then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches: Hamstrings,
lower back, and groin.
3. Calf/Achilles Stretch
With one leg in front of the other, reach forward and place your
hands against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and your back
foot flat on the floor. Bend your front leg, lean forward and move
your hips toward the wall. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3
times for each leg. To cause further stretching of the achilles ten-
dons, bend your back leg as well. Stretches: Calves, achilles ten-
dons, and ankles.
4. Quadriceps Stretch
With one hand against a wall for balance, reach back and grasp
one foot with your other hand. Bring your heel as close to your but-
tocks as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times
for both legs. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip muscles.
5. Inner Thigh Stretch
Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward.
Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible. Hold for
15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Quadriceps and
hip muscles.
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NOTES 
						

							Part No. 183798 R0902A Printed in Canada © 2002 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
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