Vision Fitness Treadmill T8100 User Manual

Treadmill

Owner’s Manual

“It All Starts With a Vision”

621-D EAST LAKE STREET

P.O. BOX 280

TR1

LAKE MILLS, WI 53551

1-800-335-4338

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ABOUT HOME EXERCISE

Your Vision Fitness Treadmill is the ideal choice to help you maintain year round fitness. You can use

your Vision Fitness Treadmill as the core of your exercise program, or as a supplement to other fitness

activities. Many people will ride their bikes, hike, or swim in the more pleasant months, only to lose their

improved fitness with the arrival of inclement weather. By placing a Vision Fitness Treadmill in the conven-

ience of your home, you can keep your exercise program going despite bad weather, early nightfalls, or an

ever increasingly busy schedule.

Below are some of the advantages of having a Vision Fitness Treadmill in your home:

• Exercise is not weather dependent.

• Saves you time by eliminating the drive time you would have to and from a health club.

• You can exercise before or after work when it might be dark.

• You can do multiple activities such as watching TV, or listening to your favorite music.

• It’s easier to control exercise intensity.

• It’s a safe and comfortable environment.

• You can stay in shape while spending time with your children and family.

• You can avoid pollen during peak allergy times.

CAUTION! BEFORE BEGINNING

ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM, ALWAYS

CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN. IF YOU

EXPERIENCE CHEST PAINS, NAUSEA,

DIZZINESS OR SHORTNESS OF

BREATH, STOP EXERCISING AND

CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE

CONTINUING.

About Home Exercise

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

T8200/T8100 Console . . . . .page 22

PART 1 FEATURES & BENEFITS

T8500/T8400 Treadmill . . .page 4-5

T8100/T8200 Treadmill . . .page 6-7

Choosing the Profile . . . . . . . . . .22

Choosing the Workout Level . . . .23

Choosing the Time . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Start Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Finish Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Turn Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Elevation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

PART 2 GETTING STARTED

Safety Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 8

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Moving Your Vision Treadmill . . . .11

Leveling the Base. . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Special Console Features - T8200/T8100

Manual Start . . . . . . . . . . . .page 25

Easy Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Changing Course Difficulty . . . . . .25

Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Feedback Functions . . . . . . . . . .26

Scan On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

PART 3 - USING THE CONSOLE

Turn Power On . . . . . . . . . page 13

Safety Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Do Not Stand On Belt . . . . . . . . .13

T8500/T8400 Console . . . . .page 14

Choosing the Profile . . . . . . . . . .14

Choosing the Workout Level . . . .15

Choosing the Time . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Start Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Finish Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Turn Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Elevation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Profile features

P1 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 27

P2 Intervals - Speed Change . . .27

P3 Weight Loss - Speed Change 28

Special Console Features -

T8500/T8400

PART 4 MAINTENANCE

Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Centering the Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Tensioning the Belt. . . . . . . . . . . .31

Manual Start . . . . . . . . . . . .page 17

Easy Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Changing Course Difficulty . . . . . .17

Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Feedback Functions . . . . . . . . . .18

Scan On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

PART 5 DEVELOPING A FITNESS

PROGRAM FOR YOU

Stretch First. . . . . . . . . . . . .page 32

Warm Up and Cool Down . . . . . .32

Exercise Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . .33

How Often? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

How Long?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

How Hard? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Target Heart Rate. . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Perceived Exertion Level . . . . . . .34

Achieving Your Fitness Goals. . . .35

Weekly Log Sheets . . . . . . . . .36-37

Annual Log Sheet . . . . . . . . ..38-39

Profile Features

P1 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19

P2 Intervals - Speed Change . . .19

P3 Weight Loss - Speed Change 20

P4 Weight Loss - Elevation Change20

P5 5K Run - Elevation Change . .21

P6 10K Run - Elevation Change .21

PART 6

Further Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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PART 1 - TREADMILL FEATURES & BENEFITS

T8500/T8400 FULL PLATFORM TREADMILLS

Spacious

• Spacious 20” wide running area

Powerful 2 HP Continuous Duty Industrial Grade Motor

• U.S. made industrial grade motor with full sealed bearing construction

• Easy access to motor brushes

• Open frame design for superior ventilation

Push Button Elevation

• Powerful 700lb thrust elevation motor

TRIFECTIVE™ Flywheel

• Dynamically balanced for smooth, vibration-free performance

• Built-in 10 vent fan for superior motor cooling to extend motor life

Low Maintenance, Pre-Waxed Slik-Deck®

• Thick phenolic coating for long surface life

• Wax impregnated surface needs little maintenance

• Elastomer cushioned deck eliminates jarring and joint stress

Extra Thick 2-Ply Belt

• Extra thickness minimizes stretch

• Lays flat to provide a level walking surface

Time Tested Electronics

• Smooth, even belt speed from the PWM motor control made by one

of America’s most experienced treadmill electronics manufacturers

• Current limit automatically cuts power to the board and motor if

overloaded, preventing costly repairs

Easy to Operate Console

• 6 Preprogramed profiles keep your workouts interesting

• Bright, 3 window LED display for easy reading

• Push-button controls for easy and accurate settings

Base Levelers

• For a solid, stable workout on uneven floors

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T8200/T8100 FOLDING TREADMILLS

Folding

• Saves space

• Convenient for moving

• Shock assisted for easy folding and unfolding

Open Frame Design

• Maximizes usable running surface

• Motor is hidden beneath the deck for quieter operation

• No obtrusive motor covers to impede feet or legs

Powerful 2 HP Continuous Duty Industrial Grade Motor

• U.S. made industrial grade motor with full sealed bearing construction

• Easy access to motor brushes

• Open frame design for superior ventilation

TRIFECTIVE™ Flywheel

• Dynamically balanced for smooth, vibration-free performance

• Built in 10 vent fan for superior motor cooling to extend motor life

Low Maintenance, Pre-Waxed Slik-Deck®

• Thick phenolic coating for long surface life

• Wax impregnated surface needs little maintenance

Extra Thick 2-Ply Belt

• Extra thickness minimizes stretch

• Lays flat to provide a level walking surface

Time Tested Electronics

• Smooth, even belt speed from the PWM motor control made by one

of America’s most experienced treadmill electronics manufacturers

• Current limit automatically cuts power to the board and motor

if overloaded, preventing costly repairs

Easy to Operate Console

• Preprograms keep your workouts interesting

• Bright, 3 window LED display for easy reading

• Push-button controls for easy and accurate settings

Base Levelers

• For a solid, stable workout on uneven floors

Features and Benefits

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PART 2 - GETTING STARTED

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this Vision Fitness Treadmill.

WARNING!

Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding Instructions.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least

resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is equipped with a cord

having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appro-

priate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances.

DANGER!

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric

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 fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus-

trated in sketch A below, Page 5. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter is illustrated below may

be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown, if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified

electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a

permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be

held in place by a metal screw.

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WARNING!

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons:

1. Use this treadmill for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended

by the manufacturer.

2. Never operate this Treadmill if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dam-

aged, or immersed in water. Return the Treadmill to a dealer for examination and repair.

3. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

4. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

5. Do not use outdoors.

6. To disconnect, turn the switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.

7. Only use the power cord provided with your Vision Fitness treadmill.

8. Never place the power cord under carpeting or place any object on top of the power cord.

9. Do not remove the Treadmill motor covers or roller covers. Service should be performed only by an author-

ized Vision Fitness dealer.

10.Unplug your Vision Fitness Treadmill before moving it.

CHILDREN

• Keep children off your Vision Fitness Treadmill at all times.

• When the Vision Fitness Treadmill is in use, young children and pets should be kept at least 10 feet away.

OTHER SAFETY TIPS

• NEVER USE THIS TREADMILL WITHOUT FIRST SECURING THE SAFETY TETHER CLIP TO YOUR

CLOTHING

• CAUTION!: If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immedi

ately and consult your physician before continuing.

• Do not use your Vision Fitness Treadmill in or near puddled water, where there is moisture on the floor, or

near a swimming pool.

• Do not turn belt by hand.

• Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of this Treadmill.

• Read this manual before operating this Treadmill.

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ASSEMBLY - T8200/T8100

The Vision Fitness T8200/T8100 Treadmills comes preassembled. Please follow the instructions below

for proper unboxing and initial testing. It is recommended, when possible, that the treadmill be unboxed

and initially tested by an authorized Vision Fitness dealer. If you have any questions regarding any part or

function of your treadmill, contact your dealer.

ATTACH DECK LOCKING KNOB

Remove the deck locking knob from the parts box, and thread it into the left side support. By twisting this

knob the locking pin will engage the deck.

ATTACH FRAME STABILIZER

Thread the rubber based foot into the frame stabilizer, so that the rubber side will rest on the floor. Attach

the frame stabilizer to the frame using the enclosed 5mm allen wrench and bolt.

ASSEMBLY - T8500/T8400

See assembly instructions included with your Vision Fitness T8500/T8400 treadmill.

Assembly

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ASSEMBLY - T8500/T8400

See assembly instructions included with your Vision Fitness T8500/T8400 treadmil.

MOVING YOUR VISION FITNESS TREADMILL

Your Vision Fitness T8200/T8100 Folding Treadmills have a pair of transport wheels built into the front

legs. It is easy to move your Vision Fitness Treadmill by rolling it on the front transport wheels. Before mov-

ing your treadmill:

1) Turn power switch off.

2) Always unplug and remove power cord.

3) Make sure the deck locking pin is engaged in the slot.

Moving your T8500/T8400 Treadmill

The T8500/T8400 treadmill also has wheels at the front. To move, lift the back end of the treadmill, lift

and roll. Caution! All our treadmills are well built and heavy. Use care and additional help if necessary.

Assembly

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PLACEMENT IN YOUR HOME

It is important that you place your Vision Fitness Treadmill in a comfortable and inviting room. Your Vision

Fitness Treadmill is designed to use minimal floor space and go nicely in your family room, den, or bedroom.

Many people will place their treadmills facing the TV or a picture window. If at all possible, avoid putting your

Treadmill in an unfinished basement. To make exercise a desirable daily activity for you, the treadmill should

be in an attractive setting.

Occasionally after long term use you will find a fine black dust below your Vision Fitness Treadmill. This

is normal wear, mostly from your sneakers and DOES NOT mean there is anything wrong with your tread-

mill. This dust can be easily removed with a vacuum cleaner. If you wish to prevent this dust from getting

on your floor or carpet, place a rubber or vinyl mat beneath your treadmill.

LEVELING THE BASE

If your Vision Fitness Treadmill wobbles when you have placed it where you intend to use it, raise or

lower one or both of the adjustable levelers located on the bottom of the base. Once you have leveled the

Fitness Treadmill, lock the levelers in place by tightening the winged lock nuts against the base frame.

POWER CORD AND SWITCH

Plug the power cord into the plug receptacle located at the front of the treadmill deck. Plug the cord into

a grounded 115V wall socket and turn the power switch on.

USE DEDICATED CIRCUIT

The outlet selected should be a dedicated circuit. It is particularly important that no sensitive electrical

equipment, such as computer or TVs, share the same circuit.

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PART 3 - USING YOUR CONSOLE

PROGRAMMABLE CONSOLE

Your Vision Fitness computer console offers variety of different profiles. These profiles are designed to

make each exercise session enjoyable while you make progress toward your personal fitness goal.

TURN POWER ON

The On/Off switch for your Treadmill is located next to the power supply cord plug in. Flip this switch to

the ‘ON’ position. You will hear a beep and the console will light up. You are ready to use your console.

SAFETY KEY TETHER AND CLIP

Your treadmill will not start unless the Safety Key is placed on the key holder in the center of the con-

sole. The other end of the Safety Key should be securely clipped to your clothing. The Safety Key is

designed to cut power to the treadmill should you fall. NEVER USE THE TREADMILL WITHOUT SECUR-

ING THE SAFETY KEY CLIP TO YOUR CLOTHING. PULL ON THE SAFETY KEY CLIP FIRST TO

MAKE SURE IT WILL NOT COME OFF YOUR CLOTHING BEFORE THE SAFETY KEY DISENGAGES.

DO NOT STAND ON THE BELT

While you are preparing to use the Treadmill, do not stand on the belt. Place your feet on the sides of

the treadmill deck. Start walking on the belt only after the belt has begun to move. Never start the tread-

mill at a running speed and attempt to get on while it is moving fast.

Using Your Console

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T8500/T8400 CONSOLE INSTRUCTIONS

CHOOSING THE PROFILE

The profile option ‘P1’ will now show in the middle LED window. By pressing either the UP or DOWN

arrow, you can move between the 3 different Profile options.

When the Profile you choose to use is displayed on the screen, press the SELECT button. Now you are

ready to choose your workout level.

Profile # Profile

Preset Time

Not preset

Fitness Benefits*

Customized workouts

Manual

Intervals

Speed Changes

24 minutes

48 minutes

None

Improve strength,

speed and endurance

Weight Loss

Speed Changes

Weight Loss

Elevation Changes

5-K Run

Elevation Changes

Cardiovascular

Training

10-K Run

Elevation Changes

None

Endurance

Training

* All the profiles can provide an aerobic and cardio-

vascular benefit in addition to the specific benefits listed.

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CHOOSING THE WORKOUT LEVEL

If you have selected Profile P1 (Manual), the console will skip this step and go directly to setting time

option described below.

If you have selected either Profile P2 to P6, ‘L1’ will now be showing in the furthest right display window.

Each Profile has 9 different Levels to choose from. You vary the Profile Level by pressing either the UP or

the DOWN arrow. The higher the number, the more difficult the workout will be. When the Level you

choose to use is displayed, press the SELECT button. You are now ready to choose your workout time.

Reminder: When you are beginning an exercise program, it is better to start at a low level of intensity and

gradually work up to higher levels. If you have been sedentary in the past 6 months, you might want to

start with a Level of 1 or 2.

CHOOSING THE TIME

The number in the furthest right LED display now shows workout time. There are two ways to use the

timer in Profile P1 Manual : Count Down Mode or Count Up Mode. When using Profiles P2 to P4, the

timer can be operated in Count Down Mode only. When using P5 or P6, the timer will only operate in count

up mode. When the preset distance is completed, the timer and program will stop.

Count Down Mode

In count down mode, the timer starts with a set number of minutes and moves to zero. Count down

times of between 5 minutes and 99 minutes can be selected. You vary the time by pressing either the UP

or the DOWN arrows. The preset workout time for each Profile has been chosen to match the Profile’s pri-

mary fitness goal. However, you may want to customize the workout time to fit your present fitness level, or

to fit your personal fitness goals. When the time you choose to use is showing in the number screen, press

the SELECT button.

Count Up Mode

In count up mode, the timer starts with zero and goes up.

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STARTING YOUR TREADMILL

You are now ready to start exercising. After you press the START button to begin the workout, the console

will beep and the belt will begin to move. Begin walking on the Treadmill belt now. You may change the

speed at any time by pressing the UP or DOWN speed arrows.

FINISH YOUR FITNESS TREADMILL PROGRAM

To finish a workout, press the DOWN Speed arrow until the treadmill speed is slow. Then press the

STOP KEY. When your program is completed, record your time and mileage in your personal exercise log

book. You can begin a new program by repeating the above instructions.

ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF

Always turn the power switch off when you are done with your workout. Remove the Safety key to pre-

vent children from operating the treadmill.

PUSH BUTTON ELEVATION

An electric motor is used to change the elevation on the Model T8500/T8400. Press the UP or DOWN

ELEVATION arrows to adjust. As you change the elevation, the percent of grade of elevation will show on

your console.

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SPECIAL CONSOLE FEATURES

Manual Start

If you wish to skip all programming steps, simply press START, and the treadmill will start in Manual

Profile mode, P1, at the speed of 1 MPH. To change speeds, press the UP or DOWN arrow.

Easy Start

Each Profile has a ‘default’ Level. If a Profile Level is not entered, then the Profile will operate on Level 1.

If you choose to use the default Level of 1 and the preset profile times, you can press the START button

immediately after selecting the Profile and the workout will begin.

OR, if you choose to use the preset profile time, but want to customize only the Level, you can press the

START button immediately after selecting the Level and the Profile will begin with your selected Level.

Change Difficulty

Once your workout has begun, you can vary the level of each segment by using the UP or DOWN

SPEED arrow. This feature allows you to adjust select sections of a course to meet your present fitness

level.

If you wish to vary the Level of the entire Profile, you must stop the Profile you are in and start over.

Pause

You may stop a Program after it has begun by pressing the STOP button once. To resume the Program,

press the START button.

Reset

After a Program has begun, you may quit the Program by pressing and holding the STOP button for 3

seconds. The console will fully reset.

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FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS

Once a program has begun, you may use the SELECT button to view the data of your choice on the

number screen. The light next to the function name indicates which data is currently displayed. The follow-

ing functions can be viewed:

DISPLAY DATA

USE THIS FUNCTION TO:

DISTANCE

Set personal goals for covering greater amounts of distance for each pro

gram. You can log mileage as a motivational tool.

CALORIES

TIME

View your total calorie expenditure.

View the time remaining if the count down mode is used, or view the

elapsed time if the count up time mode is used.

PACE

Compare running times. This number indicates how many minutes it

would take to complete a mile at the current speed.

SCAN ON/OFF

When the SELECT button is pressed and held for 2 seconds, the console will scan through each of the

four feedback functions showing a new data display every four seconds.

To turn Scan off, press the SELECT button once.

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PROFILE DETAILS

P1 - MANUAL PROFILE

Preset Time: None

Primary Fitness Goal: Customized Workouts

Course Description: The Manual Profile allows you to choose your own speed at any time during the

workout.

P2 - INTERVALS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES

Preset Time: 24 Minutes

Primary Fitness Goal: Improve strength, speed and endurance

Course Description: The Intervals Profile is one of the most challenging workouts. The alternating high

and low intensity load will improve your power, speed, and endurance while keeping your metabolism high

for the entire workout.

P2 INTERVALS

Speed Range MPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 3 3.5 4

Peak

Speed

4 4.5 5 6.5 7 7 7.5 8 10

Speed Range KPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

1.5 2.2 3 3.7 3.7 4.5 5.2 6

Speed

Peak

Speed

6 6.7 7.5 8.2 9.710.511.2 12 15

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P3 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES

Preset Time: 48 Minutes

Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss

Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Profile is a powerful tool for weight loss. The combina-

tion of low load intensity over a longer period of time has been found to be the most effective for weight control.

Speed Range MPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 3 3.5 4

Peak

Speed

3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7

Speed Range KPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1.5 2.2 3 3.7 3.7 4.5 5.2 6

Peak

Speed

4.5 5.2 6 6.7 7.5 8.2 9 9.7 10.5

P4 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE - ELEVATION CHANGES

Preset Time: 32 Minutes

Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss

Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Profile is a powerful tool for weight loss. By using ele-

vation instead of speed to vary intensity, a more vigorous workout can be achieved while maintaining a walking

pace.

Elevation Range Percent Grade

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Peak

Elev.

2 2.5 3 3.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 8

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P5 - 5 KILOMETER RUN - ELEVATION CHANGES

Preset Time: None - Distance Program

Primary Fitness Goal: Cardiovascular Conditioning

Course Description: Simulates a short hilly course that is ideal for a quick but efficient cardiovascular work-

out.

Elevation Range Percent Grade

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Peak

Elev.

2.5 3 3.5 4 5 5.5 6 6.5 8

P6 - 10 KILOMETER RUN - ELEVATION CHANGES

Preset Time: None - Distance Program

Primary Fitness Goal: Endurance Training

Course Description: A hilly course that is great training for long distance runs.

Elevation Range Percent Grade

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Peak

Elev.

2.5 3 3.5 4 5 5.5 6 6.5 8

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T8200/T8100 CONSOLE INSTRUCTIONS

CHOOSING THE PROFILE

The profile option ‘P1’ will now show in the middle LED window. By pressing either the UP or DOWN

arrow, you can move between the 3 different Profile options.

When the Profile you choose to use is displayed on the screen, press the SELECT button. Now you are

ready to choose your workout level.

Profile # Profile

Preset Time Fitness Benefits*

Manual

Not preset

Customized workouts

Intervals

24 minutes

Improve strength,

speed and endurance

Weight Loss

Weight Loss 48 minutes

* All the profiles can provide an aerobic and cardiovascular benefit in addition to the specific benefits listed.

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CHOOSING THE WORKOUT LEVEL

If you have selected Profile P1 (Manual), the console will skip this step and go directly to setting time

option described below.

If you have selected either Profile P2 or P3, ‘L1’ will now be showing in the furthest right display window.

Each Profile has 9 different Levels to choose from. You vary the Profile Level by pressing either the UP or

the DOWN arrow. The higher the number, the more difficult the workout will be. When the Level you

choose to use is displayed, press the SELECT button. You are now ready to choose your workout time.

Reminder: When you are beginning an exercise program, it is better to start at a low level of intensity and

gradually work up to higher levels. If you have been sedentary in the past 6 months, you might want to

start with a Level of 1 or 2.

CHOOSING THE TIME

The number in the furthest right LED display now shows workout time. There are two ways to use the

timer in Profile P1 Manual : Count Down Mode or Count Up Mode. When using Profiles P2 or P3, the

timer can be operated in Count Down Mode only.

Count Down Mode

In count down mode, the timer starts with a set number of minutes and moves to zero. Count down times

of between 5 minutes and 99 minutes can be selected. You vary the time by pressing either the UP or the

DOWN arrows. The preset workout time for each Profile has been chosen to match the Profile’s primary fit-

ness goal. However, you may want to customize the workout time to fit your present fitness level, or to fit

your personal fitness goals. When the time you choose to use is showing in the number screen, press the

SELECT button.

Count Up Mode

In count up mode, the timer starts with zero and goes up.

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STARTING YOUR TREADMILL

You are now ready to start exercising. After you press the START button to begin the workout, the console

will beep and the belt will begin to move. Begin walking on the Treadmill belt now. You may change the

speed at any time by pressing the UP or DOWN speed arrows.

FINISH YOUR FITNESS TREADMILL PROGRAM

To finish a workout, press the DOWN Speed arrow until the treadmill speed is slow. Then press the

STOP KEY. When your program is completed, record your time and mileage in your personal exercise log

book. You can begin a new program by repeating the above instructions.

ALWAYS TURN POWER OFF

Always turn the power switch off when you are done with your workout. Remove the Safety key to pre-

vent children from operating the treadmill.

PUSH BUTTON ELEVATION - MODEL T8200

An electric motor is used to change the elevation on the Model T8200. Press the UP or DOWN ELEVA-

TION arrows to adjust. As you change the elevation, the percent of grade of elevation will show on your

console

TOGGLE BUTTON ELEVATION - MODEL T8100

The deck elevation may be adjusted on this model by pressing the toggle button switch located on the

right side of the console support upright. The steeper the incline, the more strenuous your workout will be.

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SPECIAL CONSOLE FEATURES

Manual Start

If you wish to skip all programming steps, simply press START, and the treadmill will start in Manual

Profile mode, P1, at the speed of 1 MPH. To change speeds, press the UP or DOWN arrow.

Easy Start

Each Profile has a ‘default’ Level. If a Profile Level is not entered, then the Profile will operate on Level

1. If you choose to use the default Level of 1 and the preset profile times, you can press the START but-

ton immediately after selecting the Profile and the workout will begin.

OR, if you choose to use the preset profile time, but want to customize only the Level, you can press the

START button immediately after selecting the Level and the Profile will begin with your selected Level.

Change Difficulty

Once your workout has begun, you can vary the level of each segment by using the UP or DOWN

SPEED arrow. This feature allows you to adjust select sections of a course to meet your present fitness

level.

If you wish to vary the Level of the entire Profile, you must stop the Profile you are in and start over.

You can also change the difficulty at any time by changing the elevation using the UP or DOWN ELEVA-

TION arrows (T8200) or the toggle switch (T8100).

Pause

You may stop a Program after it has begun by pressing the STOP button once. When console is in

pause mode, ‘Pause’ will display in the LED windows. To resume the Program, press the START button.

Reset

After a Program has begun, you may quit the Program by pressing and holding the STOP button for 3

seconds. The console will fully reset.

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FEEDBACK FUNCTIONS

Once a program has begun, you may use the SELECT button to view the data of your choice on the

number screen. The light next to the function name indicates which data is currently displayed. The follow-

ing functions can be viewed:

DISPLAY DATA

USE THIS FUNCTION TO:

DISTANCE

Set personal goals for covering greater amounts of distance for each pro

gram. You can log mileage as a motivational tool.

CALORIES

TIME

View your total calorie expenditure.

View the time remaining if the count down mode is used, or view the

elapsed time if the count up time mode is used.

PACE

Compare running times. This number indicates how many minutes it

would take to complete a mile at the current speed.

SCAN ON/OFF

When the SELECT button is pressed and held for 2 seconds, the console will scan through each of the

four feedback functions showing a new data display every four seconds.

To turn Scan off, press the SELECT button once.

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PROFILE DETAILS

P1 - MANUAL PROFILE

Preset Time: None

Primary Fitness Goal: Customized Workouts

Course Description: The Manual Profile allows you to choose your own speed at any time during the

workout.

P2 - INTERVALS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES

Preset Time: 24 Minutes

Primary Fitness Goal: Improve strength, speed and endurance

Course Description: The Intervals Profile is one of the most challenging workouts. The alternating high

and low intensity load will improve your power, speed, and endurance while keeping your metabolism high

for the entire workout.

P2 INTERVALS

Speed Range MPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 3 3.5 4

Peak

Speed

4 4.5 5 6.5 7 7 7.5 8 10

Speed Range KPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1.5 2.2 3 3.7 3.7 4.5 5.2 6

Peak

Speed

6 6.7 7.5 8.2 9.710.511.2 12 15

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P3 - WEIGHT LOSS PROFILE - SPEED CHANGES

Preset Time: 48 Minutes

Primary Fitness Goal: Weight Loss

Course Description: With regular use, the Weight Loss Profile is a powerful tool for weight loss. The

combination of low load intensity over a longer period of time has been found to be the most effective for

weight control. The course profile changes are just enough to keep your workouts interesting.

P3 WEIGHT LOSS

Speed Range MPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1 1.5 2 2.5 2.5 3 3.5 4

Peak

Speed

3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7

Speed Range KPH

LEVEL

L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8 L9

Start

Speed

1.5 2.2 3 3.7 3.7 4.5 5.2 6

Peak

Speed

4.5 5.2 6 6.7 7.5 8.2 9 9.7 10.5

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PART 4 - MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

• Remove dust with a vacuum or slightly damp cloth.

• Never use solvents on the deck or belt. Use of solvents

can reduce critical lubrication of deck and belt

CENTERING THE BELT

Your Vision Fitness Treadmill is built with a crowned roller to assure proper tracking of the belt on the

center of the deck.

When you run or walk, you may push off harder with one foot than the other. This uneven deflection can

cause the belt to move off center. Occasionally the belt may need further adjustment to keep it centered.

To center the belt, use the enclosed Allen wrench to adjust the rear roller position.

Centering Belt Procedure:

1) Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, or loose jewelry while making this adjustment.

2) Never turn the bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time.

3) Always tighten one side and loosen the other to prevent over tightening or loosing the belt.

4) Select manual program and press start. Adjust belt speed using console keys to 4 mph (6.4 kph).

After making the adjustment walk on the belt for 5 minutes to test. If necessary, repeat the procedure but

never turn the bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time. Over tightening the belt can significantly shorten the belt

life.

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If Belt is too far to the left side:

1) Turn the left roller bolt 1/4 turn clockwise (tighten)

2) Turn the right roller bolt 1/4 turn counterclockwise

(loosen)

If Belt is too far to the right side:

1) Turn the right roller bolt 1/4 turn clockwise (tighten)

2) Turn the left roller bolt 1/4 turn counterclockwise

(loosen)

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TENSIONING THE BELT

Running Belt

If when you plant your foot on the belt, you can feel a

slipping sensation then the belt has stretched and is slip-

ping across the rollers. This is a normal and common

adjustment on a new treadmill. To eliminate this slipping,

tension both the rear roller Allen bolts 1/4 TURN as

shown above. Try the treadmill again to check for slip-

ping. Repeat if necessary, but NEVER TURN the roller

bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time. CAUTION: OVER-

TIGHTENING OF THE ROLLER WILL SEVERELY

SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE BELT AND MAY CAUSE

FURTHER DAMAGE TO OTHER COMPONENTS.

1/4 TURN

AND

1/4 TURN

Drive Belt

If you have tensioned the running belt and are still

experiencing a slipping sensation, call your Vision

Fitness Dealer. Tensioning of the drive belt should only

be performed by an authorized dealer.

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PART 5 - DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM

Stretch First

Before using your Vision Fitness Treadmill, it is best to spend a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching

exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury.

Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion.

Wall Push

Stand 1 1/2 feet from a wall and lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms. Keep your heels

flat and hold this position for a count of 10. Do not bounce.

Standing Quadriceps Stretch

Using a wall or chair to provide balance, grab your left ankle with your left hand and hold your foot against

the back of your thigh for a count of 10. Repeat with your right foot and hand.

Seated Toe Touch

Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you. Do not lock your knees. Extend your

fingers towards your toes and hold for a count of 10. Do not bounce.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE WARM UP AND COOL DOWN

Warm Up

The first 2 to 5 minutes of a work out should be devoted to warming up. The warm up will limber your mus-

cles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Warm up on your Vision Fitness Treadmill by walking

at slow speeds.

Cool Down

Never stop exercising suddenly! A cool down period allows your heart to readjust to the decreased

demand. Use a low speed setting during the cool down to gradually lower your heart rate. After the cool

down, repeat the stretching exercises described at the beginning of this chapter to loosen and relax your

muscles.

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EXERCISE GUIDELINES

Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.

How Often?

The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardio-

vascular fitness. If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss, you will achieve your goal faster with more

frequent exercise. Whether it’s 3 days or 6 days, remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a

lifetime habit.

Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if they set aside a specific time of day to exercise. It

doesn’t matter whether it’s in the morning before your shower, during lunch hour or while watching the evening

news. What’s more important is that it’s a time that allows you to keep a schedule, and a time when you won’t be

interrupted. If you are to be successful with your fitness program, you have to make it a priority in your life. So

decide on a time, pull out your day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month!

How Long?

For aerobic exercise benefits, it’s recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 32 minutes per session.

But start slowly and gradually increase your exercise times. If you’ve been sedentary during the past year, it may

be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as little as five minutes initially. Your body will need time to adjust

to the new activity. If your goal is weight loss, a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to be

most effective. A workout time of 48 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results.

How Hard?

How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your Vision Fitness Treadmill to prepare for

racing, you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness. Regardless of your long

term goals, always begin an exercise program at low intensity. Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to

be beneficial!There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity. The first is by monitoring your heart rate,

and the second is by evaluating your perceived exertion level (this is simpler than it sounds!).

To monitor your heart rate you can use a pulse monitor or take your pulse with your fingers. Pulse monitors are

a convenient tool for monitoring heart rate, but make sure you use an accurate one. An inaccurate pulse monitor

is of little value. You can measure your pulse with your fingers by placing your first two fingers lightly over the

blood vessel (carotid artery) on your neck located next to your Adam’s apple. Count your pulse for ten seconds

and multiply by six. This figure is your heart rate in beats per minute. Compare this number to the Target Heart

Rate Zone for your age group.

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Target Heart Rate Zone

The most common method for calculating your target heart rate is to first find your maximum heart rate.

The standard formula for this is:

220—Your Age = Maximum heart rate.

You do not want to workout at your maximum heart rate, you want to workout in your Target Heart Rate

Zone. Your Target Heart Rate Zone is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. The American Heart

Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60% and 75% of your maxi-

mum heart rate. If you are just beginning an exercise program, exercise near or below the lower limit of

your Target Zone.

Lower Limit of Target Zone = Maximum heart rate X .6

Upper Limit of Target Zone = Maximum heart rate X .75

You may find the chart below helpful for a quick reference.

Age

Target Zone 60%-75%

120-150

117-146

114-142

111-138

108-135

105-131

102-127

99-123

96-120

93-116

90-113

Perceived Exertion Level

The second and simpler way to gauge your exercise intensity is to evaluate your perceived exertion level.

If while exercising you are too winded to maintain a conversation without gasping, you are working out too

hard. A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration, not exhaustion. If you cannot catch your

breath, it’s time to slow down. Always be aware of other warning signs to overexertion.

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ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS

An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for

exercising on your Vision Fitness Treadmill to lose weight? Improve muscle tone? Relieve stress? Prepare for

the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise

program. Below is a list of some common exercise goals:

• Weight Loss

• Weight Maintenance

• Improve Body Shape and Tone

• Strengthen Leg Muscles

• Increased Energy Level

• Improved Sleep Patterns

• Improved Sports Performance

• Improved Cardiovascular Endurance

• Stress Reduction

If possible try to define your personal goal in precise, measurable terms, and then put your goal in writing. The

more specific you can be, the easier it will be to track your progress. If your goals are long term, divide them up

into monthly, then weekly segments. Longer term goals can lose some of the immediate motivating benefits.

Short term goals are easier to achieve. Your Vision Fitness Treadmill console provides you with several readouts

that can be used to record your progress. You can track Distance, Calories or Time. Time is the most important

and useful of these functions.

Sample Goals:

Goal setting is a popular motivational technique. It’s important to set goals and reward yourself when initiating a

new exercise program because you’re attempting to break current patterns and form a new habit. Whether you

use this technique or another, make fitness a priority in your life. You can achieve the ultimate reward to yourself

- you can establish the exercise habit! Some sample goals may be:

• To strengthen my heart by exercising 24 minutes three days a week.

(Goal Measurement: Exercise Time = 72 minutes a week.)

• To improve my body’s ability to burn fat by exercising at a low intensity for 48 minutes per day, 5 days

a week. (Goal Measurement: Exercise Time = 240 minutes per week.)

• To burn off work related stress by exercising for 20 minutes a day on work days. (Goal Measurement:

Exercise Time = 100 minutes per week.)

Keeping an Exercise Dairy

Photocopy the weekly and annual log sheets on the following pages to make your

personal exercise log book. As time goes by you’ll be able to look back with pride at the work you’ve done. As

your fitness improves, you can look back and see how far you’ve come.

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