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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
TROUBLE-SHOOTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and a PART LIST are attached in the center of this manual. Save the  
EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST for future reference. 

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with 8

feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the
treadmill on a surface that blocks any air
openings. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the treadmill.  

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-

ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water. 

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol

products are used or where oxygen is being
administered. 

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should be used only by persons

weighing 250 pounds or less. 

8. Never allow more than one person on the

treadmill at a time. 

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when

using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. 

Always wear athletic

shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals. 

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 7),

plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be
on the same circuit. Do not use an extension
cord. 

11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor

that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage
surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppres-
sor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating
of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dis-
sipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor
must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and
15 amps. 

12. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-

sor away from heated surfaces.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

Summary of Contents for Power Incline 831.29721

Page 1: ...fore using this equipment Save this manual for future reference Serial Number Decal Model No 831 297210 Serial No The serial number is found in the location shown below Write the serial number in the...

Page 2: ...ll times 7 The treadmill should be used only by persons weighing 250 pounds or less 8 Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time 9 Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the tr...

Page 3: ...he storage latch is fully closed 20 Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months 21 Never insert any object into any opening 22 Always unplug the power cord before per forming the...

Page 4: ...through Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial num ber before calling The model number of the treadmill is 83...

Page 5: ...l to the upright position so that both Extension Legs 34 are resting flat on the floor 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor To decrease the possibility of i...

Page 6: ...drail back to the position shown by the dotted line Repeat until the holes are aligned 5 Attach the Storage Latch 14 to the left Upright 11 with two Latch Screws 35 Be careful not to overtighten the L...

Page 7: ...uctor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local cod...

Page 8: ...ind the clip attached to the key and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing Follow the steps on the page 9 to operate the console 8 CAUTION Before operating the console read the following...

Page 9: ...low your progress with the LED track and the four displays The LED Track The track in the center of the console represent a distance of 1 4 mile As you exercise the indi cators around the track will l...

Page 10: ...e 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 8...

Page 11: ...ur 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 th...

Page 12: ...aker has tripped To reset the circuit breaker wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in 2 SYMPTOM THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill fram...

Page 13: ...RD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise and the right bolt counterclockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to over tighten the walking belt Plug in the power c...

Page 14: ...s to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on...

Page 15: ...s 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 toward y...

Page 16: ...8 4 Platform Screw 49 4 Isolator 50 1 Front Roller Pulley 51 1 Front Roller Adj Bolt 52 2 Incline Wheel Key No Qty Description 53 4 Extension Leg Screw 54 1 Power Cord 55 1 Power Cord Grommet 56 1 Cir...

Page 17: ...5 50 47 48 48 39 51 11 23 22 22 58 25 53 40 13 36 37 38 40 25 40 25 25 40 60 25 25 25 26 25 61 63 64 25 66 90 53 34 69 66 68 67 48 7 62 33 5 88 84 83 39 85 83 39 66 66 86 42 13 40 57 28 62 16 38 38 15...

Page 18: ...ual Model No 831 297210 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the PROFORM J4i treadmill a part is missing or you need to schedule repair service call our toll free HELPLINE...

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