Model No. RBTL11981

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

HOW TO SET UP THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

TROUBLE-SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

REEBOK UNIVERSITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual.

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DANGER:

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge protector away from heated surfaces.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.

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

14. Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the treadmill is not working properly. (See

BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the treadmill is not working properly.)

15. Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.

16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.

Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.

17. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for longer than one hour.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

8. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.

18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord and move the on/off switch to the off position when the treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the on/off switch.)

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill.

Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women.

19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the treadmill until it is properly set up. (See HOW

TO SET UP THE TREADMILL on page 6 and

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 14.)

You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

10. Always wear athletic shoes when using the treadmill. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by placing objects under the treadmill.

11. When connecting the power cord (see page 7), plug the power cord into a surge protector

(not included) and plug the surge protector 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.

21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

22. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill regularly.

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

12. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at

15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. Do not use an extension cord.

24. This treadmill is intended for home use only.

Do not use this treadmill in any commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

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DANGER:

Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only.

WARNING:

Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.

Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown at the right have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department, tollfree, to order a free replacement decal

(see HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT

PARTS on page 23 of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

(There is one decal on each side)

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Thank you for selecting the new REEBOK ¨ ACD1 treadmill. The ACD1 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. And when youÕre not exercising, the unique ACD1 can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before

using the treadmill. If you have additional questions, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.

until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please mention the product model number and serial number when calling. The model number is RBTL11981. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).

Before reading further, please review the drawing below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled.

Book Holder

Water Bottle Holder

(Bottle not included)

Console

Handrail

Key/Clip

LEFT SIDE

RIGHT SIDE

Walking Belt

Foot Rails

Storage Latch

On/Off Switch

Circuit

Breaker

Front

Wheel

Power

Cord

Rear Roller

Adjustment Bolts

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Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Make sure that all parts are included before you dispose of the packing materials.

With the help of a second person, carefully raise the treadmill uprights to the position shown at the right.

Make sure that all parts of the treadmill are tight before you use the treadmill. Place a mat under the treadmill to protect the floor or carpet from damage.

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THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with

PERFORMANT LUBE TM , a high-performance lubricant.

IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. They will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.

electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge protector, and plug the surge protector into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

DANGER:

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in an increased risk of electric shock.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge protector to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

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 productÑif it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-

The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed by a qualified electrician. stalled by a qualified electrician.

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

Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your homeÕs power.

Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off.

To decrease the possibility of your tread-

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Grounded Outlet Box mill being damaged, always use a surge ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.

Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place protector (not included) with your by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter.

Grounding Pin

Treadmill Power Cord

Grounding Plug treadmill.

Grounding Plug

Surge protectors are sold at most hardware stores and department stores. Use only a ULlisted surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a

14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length.

This product must be

grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of

Grounded Outlet

Grounding Pin

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Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Pin

Grounding Plug

Lug

Metal Screw

Surge Protector

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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE

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Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it.

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Before operating the console, read the following precautions.

¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power or starting the walking belt.

¥ Always wear the clip (see I above) while operating the treadmill. If the key is pulled from the console, the walking belt will stop.

¥ The treadmill is capable of high speeds; adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

¥ To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquid on the console and use only a sealable water bottle.

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the console is in the manual mode, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback. The console also offers six preset workout programs: three programs automatically control the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts, and three programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill.

An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console, allowing you to continuously monitor your heart rate during your workouts. To purchase an optional chest pulse sensor, refer to page 13.

Note: The console can display speed and distance in either miles or kilometers (see page 10). For convenience, all instructions in this section refer to miles.

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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Refer to the drawing at the top of page 8.

A. LED DisplaysÑThese displays provide continuous feedback of calories and fat calories burned, distance, laps completed, elapsed time, speed, and pace. In addition, the PULSE display shows your heart rate when the optional chest pulse sensor is used.

B. QUICK SPEED ButtonsÑThese buttons allow you to quickly select speed settings.

C. SPEED ButtonsÑThese buttons control the speed of the walking belt. Each time a button is pressed, the speed will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down, the speed will change in increments of 0.5

mph. The speed range is 0.5 mph to 10 mph.

D. STOP ButtonÑThis button stops the walking belt.

When the button is pressed, the LED displays will pause and the TIME display will flash. If the button is held down for two seconds, the displays will be reset.

E. LED MatrixÑWhen the manual mode is selected, this matrix shows your progress on an LED track.

When a workout program is selected, the matrix shows upcoming speed or incline changes.

F. MANUAL/Program IndicatorsÑThese indicators show when the manual mode is selected and when a workout program is selected.

G. MODE ButtonÑThis button is used to select the manual mode and workout programs.

H. START ButtonÑThis button starts the walking belt.

I. Key with ClipÑThe key turns the console on and off. The attached clip is designed to be worn on your waistband. If the key is pulled from the console, the power will automatically turn off.

J. INCLINE ButtonsÑThese buttons control the incline of the treadmill. Each time a button is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is

1.5% to 10%.

K. INCLINE DisplayÑThis display shows the incline level of the treadmill. The first indicator will light when the incline is at 1.5%. The second indicator will light when the incline is at 2% or 2.5%, the third indicator will light when the incline is at 3% or 3.5%, and so on.

Make sure that the on/off switch, located at the front of the treadmill, is in the on position.

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Next, make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in (see page 7).

Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key, and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing. Next, insert the key into the console. After a moment, various displays and indicators will light.

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

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Insert the key into the console.

See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9.

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Select the MANUAL mode.

When the key is inserted, the MANUAL mode will automatically be selected.

If you have selected a workout program, you can select the MANUAL mode again by pressing the MODE button repeatedly until the MANUAL indicator lights.

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Press the START button or the SPEED + button to start the walking belt.

A moment after the button is pressed, the walking belt will begin to move at 1.0 mph. Hold the handrails and carefully begin walking. As you exercise, change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the SPEED buttons or the QUICK SPEED buttons. CAUTION: Change the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

To stop the walking belt for a moment, press the

STOP button. The displays will pause and the

TIME display will begin to flash. To restart the walking belt, press the START button or the

SPEED + button. Note: To stop the walking belt and reset all displays, hold down the STOP button for two seconds.

Note: When one of the SPEED buttons is pressed, the SPEED/PACE display will show the selected speed setting for seven seconds. The display will then show the actual speed of the walking belt.

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Adjust the incline as desired.

To vary the intensity of your workout, change the incline of the treadmill as desired by pressing the

INCLINE buttons Note:

After the INCLINE buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting.

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Follow your progress with the LED track and the LED displays.

The LED

TrackÑThe

LED track represents a distance of 1/4 mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the track will light one at a time until you have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin.

CALS/FAT CALS

displayÑThis display shows the approximate numbers of calories and

fat calories you have burned (see FAT BURN-

ING on page 20). Every seven seconds, the display will change from one number to the other.

PULSE displayÑThis display shows your heart rate when the optional chest pulse sensor is used (see page 13).

SPEED/PACE displayÑ

This display shows both the speed of the walking belt and your current pace (pace is measured in minutes per mile). The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds. Note: Each time the

SPEED buttons are pressed, the display will show the speed setting.

How to select miles per hour or kilometers per

hour: Speed can be displayed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). To check the unit of measurement, first hold down the

STOP button while inserting the key into the console. The SPEED/PACE display will show an ÒE,Ó for English miles, or an ÒM,Ó for Metric kilometers.

Press the SPEED + button to change the unit of measurement. Remove and then reinsert the key.

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DISTANCE/LAPS

displayÑThis display shows both the distance that the walking belt has moved and the number of laps you have completed

(one lap equals 1/4 mile). The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds.

Note: If the speed is displayed in miles per hour, the distance will be displayed in miles; if the speed is displayed in kilometers per hour, the distance will be displayed in kilometers.

TIME displayÑThis display shows the total time that the walking belt has been moving. Note:

When a workout program is selected, this display will show the time remaining in the program.

When you are finished exercising, stop the walking belt and remove the key.

Step onto the foot rails and press the STOP button. Next, change the incline of the treadmill to

1.5%. The incline must be at 1.5% when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or

the treadmill will be damaged. Remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place.

Finally, move the on/off switch to the off position and unplug the power cord.

HOW TO USE THE SPEED PROGRAMS AND

THE INCLINE PROGRAMS

The three speed programs automatically control the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts; the three incline programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill.

Follow the steps below to use a speed program or an incline program.

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Insert the key into the console.

See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9.

Select the desired program.

When the key is inserted, the MANUAL mode will be selected. To select a speed program or an incline program, press the

MODE button repeatedly until the desired speed or incline program indicator lights. The first thirteen settings of the program you have selected will appear in the LED matrix (the function of the LED matrix will be explained later).

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Select a maximum speed or incline setting.

If you selected a speed

program: A number will begin to flash in the

SPEED/PACE display.

This number is the maxi-

mum speed that the walking belt will reach during the program. If you want to change the maximum speed setting, press the QUICK SPEED buttons. The maximum speed setting can be from 4 mph to 10 mph.

Note: The speed range of all speed programs is 3 mph. If the maximum speed setting is 4 mph, the speed range of the program will be 1 mph to 4 mph; if the maximum speed setting is 10 mph, the speed range will be 7 mph to 10 mph.

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If you selected an

incline program: The incline display will flash to show the maximum

incline level that the treadmill will reach during the program. If you want to change the maximum incline setting, press the INCLINE buttons. The maximum incline setting can be from 4% to 10%. Note: The incline range of all incline programs is 3%. If the maximum incline setting is 4%, the incline range of the program will be 1% to 4%; if the maximum incline setting is 10%, the incline range will be 7% to 10%.

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Press the START button or the SPEED + button to start the program.

A moment after the button is pressed, the walking belt will begin to move. (If an incline program is selected, the treadmill will also adjust to the first incline setting of the program, unless it is already at the first setting.) Hold the handrails and carefully begin walking.

Each program consists of twenty or thirty, oneminute periods. (The length of the program is shown in the TIME display.) If a speed program is selected, one speed setting is programmed for each period; if an incline program is selected, one incline setting is programmed for each period. The speed or incline settings

CURRENT PERIOD will be shown in the LED matrix. The speed or incline setting of the first period will be shown in the flashing

CURRENT

PERIOD column. The settings of the next twelve periods will be shown in the twelve columns to the right.

When only three seconds remain in the first period, both the CURRENT PERIOD column and the column to the right will flash and three tones will sound. All speed or incline settings will then move one column to the left. The setting of the second period will then be shown in the CURRENT PE-

RIOD column and the treadmill will automatically adjust to that setting.

If an incline program is selected, the speed of the treadmill can be changed during the program with the SPEED buttons or the QUICK SPEED buttons.

If a speed program is selected, the incline of the treadmill can be changed with the INCLINE buttons.

The program will continue until the speed or incline setting of the last period is shown in the

CURRENT PERIOD column of the LED matrix and the TIME display counts down to zero. The walking belt will then slow to a stop.

If the program is too easy or too difficult, the intensity of the program can be adjusted. If a speed program is selected, press the SPEED buttons or the QUICK SPEED buttons to adjust the maximum speed setting; if an incline program is selected, press the INCLINE buttons to adjust the maximum incline setting (see step 3 on page 11).

To stop the program for a moment, press the

STOP button. The displays will pause and the

TIME display will begin to flash. To restart the program, press the START button or the SPEED + button. To end the program at any time, hold down the STOP button for two seconds. The MANUAL mode will then be selected.

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Follow your progress with the LED displays.

See step 5 on page 10.

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When you are finished exercising, remove the key.

Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at

1.5%. The incline must be at 1.5% when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or

the treadmill will be damaged. Remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place. In addition, move the on/off switch to the off position and unplug the power cord.

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THE INFORMATION MODE THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR

The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles to kilometers.

To select the information mode, hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console. When the information mode is selected, the following information will be shown:

The DISTANCE/LAPS display will show the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved.

An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console, allowing you to continuously monitor your heart rate during your workouts. To purchase the chest pulse sensor, call toll-free 1-800-274-5473.

Chest Pulse Sensor

The TIME display will show the total number of hours that the treadmill has been used.

The SPEED/PACE display will show an ÒE,Ó for English miles, or an ÒM,Ó for Metric kilometers.

The unit of measurement can be changed by pressing the

SPEED + button.

To exit this mode, remove the key from the console.

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HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE

Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord.

CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. Follow the steps below to fold the treadmill.

1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of in- jury, 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. Using your left hand, slide the storage knob to the right and hold it. Raise the treadmill until the locking pin is aligned with the hole in the left handrail.

Slowly release the storage knob so that the locking pin slides into the left handrail. Make sure that the locking pin is inserted into the left handrail.

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 storage position in temperatures above 85¡ Fahrenheit.

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the storage position as described above. Make sure that the lock- ing pin is inserted into the left handrail.

1. Hold the handrails as shown and place one foot against the hood only in the location shown. Do not hold or push on the book holder or it may be damaged.

2. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the wheels.

Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location. Never move the treadmill without tipping it back. To reduce the risk of injury, use extreme caution while moving the treadmill. Do not attempt to move the treadmill over an uneven surface.

3. Place one foot on the base and carefully lower the treadmill until it is resting in the storage position.

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Storage

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Handrail

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Hood

Book Holder

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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE

1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, slide the storage knob to the right. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the left handrail.

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Locking

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Storage

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Handrail

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2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possi- bility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.

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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 tollfree at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).

PROBLEM: The power does not turn on

SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge protector, and that the surge protector is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. (See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page

7.) Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. b. After the power cord has been plugged in, make sure that the key is inserted into the console as far as it will go. 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. d. Check the on/off switch located on the treadmill near the power cord. The switch must be in the on position.

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PROBLEM: The power turns off during use

SOLUTION: a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see 1. c. 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.

c. Remove the key from the console. Reinsert the key into the console as far as it will go. d. Make sure that the on/off switch is in the on position.

e. If the treadmill still will not run, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free.

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PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on

SOLUTION: a. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged. Remove the key and UN-

PLUG 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 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

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Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts c. If the walking belt still slows when walked on, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free.

PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center

SOLUTION: a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. 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 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 centered. b. If the walking belt has shifted to the right, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise, and the right bolt clockwise,

1/4 of a turn each. 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 centered.

PROBLEM: The walking belt slips when walked on

SOLUTION: a. 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 adjustment bolts clockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered.

Plug in the power cord, insert the key and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

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R

EEBOK

U

NIVERSITY

Reebok University was launched in 1993 to fulfill a vision to establish a Òuniversity without wallsÓ that develops quality, researched, state-of-the-art fitness programming for the fitness industry throughout the world.

Working with the worldÕs best professionals, Reebok

University has created a host of original programs, such as Step Reebok ¨ , Walk Reebok SM , Slide Reebok SM and Reebok City Jam SM . The industry has adopted

Reebok programming as the ÒgoldÓ standard. Our guidelines and terminology are used by fitness professionals and participants around the world, and our exceptional programming has been approved in the

United States by AFAA and ACE for continuing education credits.

WALKING AND CARDIORESPIRATORY

ENDURANCE

Scientific studies confirm that walking at a moderate to brisk pace can enhance aerobic fitness. Rippe and his colleagues 1 found that of 500 subjects tested, 67% of the men and 90% of the women were able to reach their target heart rates by walking 4 to 4.5 miles per hour.

Pollock and his colleagues 2 found that middle-aged men who walked at a pace of 3.5 to 4.5 miles per hour for 40 minutes four times per week had the same cardiovascular improvements as men the same age who jogged for 30 minutes three times per week. Although the intensity of exercise was lower for the walkers than the runners, the increased duration and frequency of walking provided the walkers with similar aerobic benefits as the runners.

On the basis of current research, it seems clear that walking at a moderate to brisk pace can be an excellent aerobic activity.

WALKING AND REDUCED RISK FOR CARDIOVAS-

CULAR DISEASE

Several studies have found that regular walking at any speed can increase HDL-C cholesterol (a high-density lipoprotein which removes excess cholesterol from the body) and can lower concentrations of blood triglycerides (a storage form of fat), thus reducing the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Duncan and his colleagues 3 concluded that exercise does not have to be vigorous to reduce cardiovascular risk factors. In other words, people who choose to stroll rather than walk briskly can reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease.

After studying the physical activity patterns of 17,000

Harvard alumni over a 20-year period, Paffenbarger and his colleagues 4 concluded that walking as little as five city blocks per day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and walking 2 miles per day can reduce the risk of a heart attack by 28% or more.

Therefore, while walking at a fast pace will improve aerobic fitness, walking at any speed (slow or fast) can reduce a person's risk for heart disease.

WALKING AND WEIGHT REDUCTION

Walking is an excellent activity for burning calories.

The steeper the incline and/or the faster the speed, the more calories are burned. For example, a 150-pound person walking at 3.5 miles per hour on flat ground will burn about 300 calories per hour. This same person will burn 400 calories per hour on a gentle 4% incline and 500 calories per hour on a steeper 10% incline. If this person speeds the pace up to 4 miles per hour on level ground, 350 calories will be burned in one hour.

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It should be noted that participants who do not wish to walk at faster speeds can burn a comparable number of calories by walking for longer periods of time.

WALKING AND BONE DENSITY

Osteoporosis is a major health problem in the United

States, affecting an estimated 15 to 30 million people.

An age-related disorder, osteoporosis reduces the density of bones. This disease can be life-threatening since many older people die as a result of complications suffered from broken bones. Adequate calcium in the diet and weight-bearing exercises seem to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

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Several studies have reported that regular walking at moderate to brisk speeds appears to increase bone density. Specifically, Fradin and his colleagues 6 found that 70-year-old subjects who walked at least 30 minutes per day had higher bone mineral content than subjects who walked less than 30 minutes per day.

Jones and his colleagues 7 reported that sedentary women (aged 30 to 61 years old) who began a regular walking program and continued for one year increased their bone density.

Since walking can be comfortably performed by people of any age, walking appears to be practical and effective in reducing a person's risk for developing osteoporosis.

WALKING AND STRESS REDUCTION

During a 24-week study, not one of 59 participants who walked five days a week at speeds between 3 and

5 miles per hour sustained a walking-related injury that necessitated consulting with a physician. Carroll and his colleagues 10 reported that 14% of the elderly subjects participating in a walking study suffered trainingrelated orthopedic injuries, mostly to the lower leg and foot. The majority of injuries occurred in the group assigned to "fast walking."

It is important to note that all forms of exercise have some degree of risk associated with the activity.

Generally, the less mechanical stress on the musculoskeletal system, the less risk of becoming injured.

Because of the low-impact nature of walking, the incidence of injury appears to be low when compared to other high-impact activities.

There are many stressors in today's society, including economic concerns, work-related pressures and the need to balance career goals with home responsibilities. People who are unable to cope with these types of stressors are often tense and anxious, and may even become physically or psychologically ill.

Researchers have found that exercise is one way to help people reduce stress. For example, subjects who engaged in a regular aerobic conditioning program and who altered their diets experienced significant gains in self-concept, feelings of well-being and reduced depression.

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Cramer and his colleagues 9 specifically examined the effect of brisk walking on mildly obese sedentary women and found that walking improved general psychological well-being. Walking therefore appears to be an effective tool for improving psychological well-being.

WALKING AND INJURIES

Walking is often associated with a low injury rate.

Walking is considered to be a "low impact" activity because one foot remains in contact with the ground at all times. Walking at speeds of 3 miles per hour produces vertical impact forces that are around 1.25 times body weight, whereas running at 7 miles per hour increases vertical impact forces to more than 2.5 times body weight.

REFERENCES

1. Rippe, J., Ross, J., et. al. ÒCardiovascular effects of walking.Ó

(Abstract), Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Physical Activity, Aging and Sports, July, 1985, p. 47.

2. Pollock, M., Miller, H. Jr., et. al. ÒEffects of walking on body composition and cardiovascular function of middle-aged men.Ó

Journal of Applied Physiology, 1971, 30:126Ð130.

3. Duncan, J., Gordon, N., et. al. ÒWomen walking for health and fitness. How much is enough?Ó Journal of the American Medical

Association, 1991, 266(23):3295Ð9.

4. Paffenbarger, R., Hyde, R., et.al. ÒPhysical activity, all-cause mortality and longevity of college alumni.Ó New England Journal of Medicine, 1986, 314:605Ð613.

5. ÒBetter walking workouts.Ó University of California at Berkeley

Wellness Letter, 1992, 8(12):4Ð5.

6. Fradin, K. Grimby, G., et. al. ÒWalking habits and health-related factors in a 70-year-old population,Ó Gerontology, 1991,

37(5):281Ð8.

7. Jones, P., Hardman, A., et. al. ÒInfluence of brisk walking on the broadband ultrasonic attenuation of the calcaneus in previously sedentary women aged 30Ð61 years.Ó Calcified Tissue

International, 1991, 49(2):112Ð5.

8. Blair, S., Collingwood, T., et. al. ÒHealth Promotion for Educators:

Impact on Health Behaviors, Satisfaction, and General Well-

Being,Ó American Journal of Public Health, 1984, 74:147Ð49.

9. Cramer, S., Nieman D., et. al. ÒThe effects of moderate exercise training on psychological well-being and mood state in women.Ó

Journal of Psychosomatic Research, 1991, 35(4Ð5):437Ð49.

10. Carroll, J., Pollack, M., et. al. ÒIncidence of injury during moderate and high intensity walking in the elderly.Ó Journal of

Gerontology, 1992, 47(3):M61Ð6.

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E

XERCISE

G

UIDELINES

WARNING:

Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with preexisting health problems.

The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program. RememberÑthese are general guidelines only. For more detailed exercise information, 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 recommended 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 Òtraining zone.Ó 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, stop exercising and place two fingers on your wrist as shown.

Take a six-second heartbeat count, and multiply the result by ten to find your heart rate.

(A six-second count is used because your heart rate drops quickly when you stop exercising.) If your heart rate is too high or too low, adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill accordingly.

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 body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy. 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 or incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone.

For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed or 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 Òaerobic.Ó Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged 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, adjust the speed or 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-upÑStart each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise. A proper warm-up increases your body temperature, heart rate and circulation in preparation for exercise.

Training Zone ExerciseÑAfter warming up, increase the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is in your training zone for 20 to 60 minutes. (During the first few weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your heart rate in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly and deeply as you exerciseÑnever hold your breath.

A Cool-downÑFinish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help prevent post-exercise problems.

Exercise Frequency

To maintain or improve your condition, complete three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest between workouts. After a few months, you may complete up to five workouts each week if desired.

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SUGGESTED STRETCHES

The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever 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

1

Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward 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 tendons, bend your back leg as well. Stretches:

Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.

3

4

2

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 buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times for each leg. 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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P

ART

L

IST

ÑM

ODEL

N

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RBTL11981

R0699A

To locate the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual.

Key No. Qty.

29

30

31

32

25

26

27

28

21

22

23

24

17

18

19

20

13

14

15

16

9

10

11

12

7

8

5

6

3

4

1

2

45

46

47

48

41

42

43

44

49

50

37

38

39

40

33

34

35

36

1

2

1

1

1

2

1

1

3

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

4

6

2

8

8

2

2

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

29

2

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

4

4

12

1

Description

Foot Rail

Front Roller Nut

Front Left Endcap

Key/Clip

Frame Pivot Spacer

Front Roller/Pulley

Platform Screw

Belt Guide

Caution Decal

Isolator Spacer Screw

Isolator

Isolator Spacer

Walking Belt

Walking Platform

Storage Knob Screw

Storage Knob Shaft

Storage Pin

Spring

Spring Clip Screw

Storage Knob

Frame

Rear Roller Adj. Screw

Roller Adj. Washer

Right Rear Endcap

8Ó Cable Tie

Reading Rack

Releasable Wire Tie

Sensor Foam

Tie Clamp

Belly Pan

Latch Decal

Rear Wheel

Platform Screw (Front)

Rear Wheel Bolt/Frame Bolt

Belly Pan Fastener

Front Right Endcap

Ground Screw

Ground Wire

Upright/Base

Left Foam Grip

Screw

Left Pulse Pad

Right Pulse Pad

Console Base (top)

Motor Belt (bottom)

Console Base

Motor Tension Bolt

Pulse Receiver Bracket

Small Bolt

Star Washer

Key No. Qty.

79

80

81

82

75

76

77

78

67

68

69

70

71

72

73** 1

74 2

1

2

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

3

2

1

1

63

64

65

66

59

60

61

62

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58*

1

37

1

4

4

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

95

96

97

98

91

92

93

94

99

100

87

88

89

90

83

84

85

86

1

2

1

6

4

1

2

1

6

4

2

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

Description

Optic Switch

Small Nut

Right Foam Grip

Rear Roller

Pulley/Flywheel/Fan

Motor

Wheel Bushing

Motor/Pulley/Flywheel/Fan

Optic Disc

Sensor Wire

Hood Fastener

Motor Hood

Controller

Electronics Screw

Power Supply

Plastic Stand-Off

Hood Bracket

Electronics Bracket

Hood Support Bracket

Motor Adj. Bolt

Lift Frame

Small Hood Bracket

Optional Chest Pulse Sensor

Upright Grommet

Pulse Receiver

Optic Switch Bracket

Motor Nut

Incline Motor Bolt

Front Roller Adj. Bolt

Allen Wrench

Reed Switch

Incline Motor

Front Belly Pan

Power Cord

On/Off Switch

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord Grommet

Incline Motor Shield

Front Wheel Bolt

Front Wheel

Bumper Screw

Bumper

Grommet

Wire Harness

Shock

Wheel Nut

Motor Tension Nut

Upright Endcap

Upright Endcap Screw

Left Rear Endcap

22

Key No. Qty.

109

#

#

#

#

#

101

102

103

104

105

106

107

108

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

2

2

Description

Nylon Washer

Incline Spacer

Console

Motor Tension Washer

Motor Star Washer

Motor Pivot Bolt

8Ó Wire Harness

Hood Fastener

Storage Latch Insert

8Ó Blue Wire, 2 F

8Ó Blue Wire, M/F

14Ó White Wire, 2 F

8Ó White Wire, M/F

8Ó Red Wire, M/F

Key No. Qty.

Description

#

#

#

#

#

1

1

1

1

1

9Ó Black Wire M/F

4Ó Black Wire , 2 F

8Ó Green Wire, F/Ring

20Ó Wire Harness

User's Manual

* Includes all parts shown in the box

# These parts are not illustrated

**For more information about the optional chest pulse sensor, see page 15

Specifications are subject to change without notice

H

OW TO

O

RDER

R

EPLACEMENT

P

ARTS

To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through

Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information:

¥ The MODEL NUMBER of the product (RBTL11981)

¥ The NAME of the product (REEBOK ¨ ACD1 treadmill)

¥ The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual)

¥ The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST on pages 22 and 23 and the

EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual).

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L

IMITED

W

ARRANTY

WHAT IS COVEREDÑThe entire REEBOK ¨ manship.

ACD1 (ÒProductÓ) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and work-

WHO IS COVEREDÑThe original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser.

HOW LONG IS IT COVEREDÑICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ÒICONÓ), warrants the hood, covers, belly pan, and decals for six months after the date of purchase. The motor is covered for three years after the date of purchase. The belt and deck are covered for two years after the date of purchase. All mechanical components are covered for two years after the date of purchase. All electrical components are covered for two years after the date of purchase. Labor is covered for one year.

WHAT WE DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTSÑWe will ship to you, without charge, any replacement part or component, providing the repairs are authorized by ICON first and are performed by an ICON trained and authorized service provider, or, at our option, we will replace the Product.

WHAT IS NOT COVEREDÑAny failures or damage caused by unauthorized service, misuse, accident, negligence, improper assembly or installation, alterations, modifications without our written authorization or by failure on your part to use, operate, and maintain as set out in your UserÕs Manual (ÒManualÓ).

WHAT YOU MUST DOÑAlways retain proof of purchase, such as your bill of sale; store, operate, and maintain the

Product as specified in the Manual; notify our Customer Service Department of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect; as instructed, return any defected part for replacement or, if necessary, the entire product, for repair.

USERÕS MANUALÑIt is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product. Remember to do the periodic maintenance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfaction.

HOW TO GET PARTS AND SERVICEÑSimply call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-999-3756 and tell them your name and address and the serial number of your Product. They will tell you how to get a part replaced, or if necessary, arrange for service where your Product is located or advise you how to ship the Product for service. Before shipping, always obtain a Return Authorization Number (RA No.) from our Customer Service Department; securely pack your Product

(save the original shipping carton if possible); put the RA No. on the outside of the carton and insure the product. Include a letter explaining the product or problem and a copy of your proof of purchase if you believe the service is covered by warranty.

ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of property, loss of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, costs of removal, installation or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.

The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.

No one is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

ICON HEALTH & FITNESS, INC., 1500 S. 1000 W., LOGAN, UT 84321-9813

REEBOK and the Vector Logo are registered trademarks and service marks of Reebok. This product is manufactured and distributed under license from Reebok International.

Part No. 154553 J01604-C R0699A Printed in USA © 1999 ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.