ProForm 345 Cooling Breeze Treadmill User Manual

ProForm 345 Cooling Breeze Treadmill

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two feet on each side. 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.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should be used only by persons weighing 250 pounds or less.
8. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women. Always wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 10), plug the power cord into a surge suppressor (not included) and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.
12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppressor away from heated surfaces.
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. Read, understand, and test the emergency stop procedure before using the treadmill (see OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT on page 10).
16. Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
17. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
18. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including your movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.
19. Do not use the hand weights at speeds faster than walking speeds. Using weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance. Exercises using weights should be attempted only by experienced users.
20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key and unplug the power cord when the treadmill is not in use.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM® 345 treadmill. The 345 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to help you get the most from your exercise in the convenience of your home. And when you’re not exercising, the 345 treadmill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills.

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

ASSEMBLY

To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. The assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner. Assembly requires the included Allen wrench and your own Phillips screwdriver. A rubber mallet and an adjustable wrench. For help identifying the assembly hardware, see the drawings below. If a part is not in the parts bag, first check to see if it has been pre-assembled.

1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. With the help of another person, carefully raise the Uprights (69) to the vertical position. Insert one of the Extension Legs (63) into the treadmill as shown. (Note: It may be helpful to tip the Uprights as you insert the Extension Leg.) Make sure that the Base Pad (61) is under the Extension Leg. Insert the other Extension Leg (not shown) in the same
   way
2. With the help of another person, carefully lower the Uprights (69) to the position shown. Note: It may be helpful to place one foot on one of the Extension Legs
   (63) as you lower the Uprights. Make sure that the Extension Legs remain in the Uprights. Attach each Extension Leg (63) with an Extension Leg Screw (9) in the location shown. Next, attach four Round Base Pads (57) to the base of the Uprights (69) with 1” Tek Screws (39) as shown. Note: One replacement Round Base Pad may be included. If a Round Base Pad becomes worn and needs to be replaced, use the replacement Round Base Pad. Attach the two Wheels (66) with two 2” Bolts (64) and two Wheel Nuts (32) as shown. Do not overtighten the Wheel Nuts; the Wheels should turn freely. 39
3. With the help of a second person, raise the Uprights (69) to the vertical position.
   Insert the tab on one of the Handrail Brackets (67) into the slot in the right Upright (69). Attach the Handrail Bracket with a 3/4” Screw (2). Attach the other Handrail Bracket to the left Upright (not shown) in the same way
4. Identify the Right rail (72), which has a large hole on the left side. Feed the Upright Wire (42) into the indicated hole in the bottom of the Right Handrail and out of the large hole in the side.
5. Hold the Console Base (47) near the Left rail (71). Attach the end of the ground wire on the Console Base to the indicated small hole in the left-hand rail with the Silver Ground Screw (75)
6. Touch the Right Handrail (72) to discharge any static. Slide the sleeve off the connector as shown in the inset drawing. Press the end of the Upright Wire (42) into the socket at the bottom of the Console Base (47). The connector should slide easily into the socket and snap into place. If the connector does not slide easily and snap into place, turn the connector and then insert it. Slide the sleeve back over the connector.
7. Set the Console Base (47) on the Right Handrail (72) and the Left Handrail (71). Attach the Console Base with four 1/2” Screws (48). Start all four Screws before tightening them; do not overtighten the Screws.
8. Press the Upright Wire (42) into the slot in the underside of the Console Base (47) in the indicated area. Cover the Upright Wire with the Right Grip Plate (36). Be careful not to pinch the Upright Wire. Tighten two 1/2” Screws (48) and a 3/4” Screw (2) into the Right Grip Plate and the Console Base. Attach the Left Grip Plate (32) over the ground wire and the other wires with two 1/2” Screws (48) and a 3/4”
   Screw (2). Be careful not to pinch any of the Wires.
9. Attach the Storage Latch (29) and the Latch Spacer (44) to the left Upright (69) with two 3/4” Screws (2) as shown. Do not overtighten the Screws.
10. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included Allen wrench in a secure place. The Allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 16). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill.

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive
wear.
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home’s 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 treadmill being damaged, always use a surge suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call the toll-free number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indicate whether it is functioning properly. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result
in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury. 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 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 suppressor, and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets. 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 suppressor to a 2-pole receptacle, as shown in drawing 2, if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.  The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed by a qualified electrician.

CONSOLE DIAGRAM

STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION

Before operating the console, make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in (see page 10). In addition, make sure that the reset/off circuit breaker, located on the treadmill frame near the power cord, is in the reset position. Next, stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing above), and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes.

1. Insert the key into the console. A tone will sound and the three displays will light. Important: In an emergency, the key can be pulled from the console, causing the walking belt to slow to a stop. Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward; if the key is not pulled from the console, adjust the position of the clip. Follow the steps below to operate the console. Insert the key into the console. When the key is inserted, a tone will sound and the three displays will light.
2. Press the Speed + button to start the walking belt. A moment after the button is pressed, the walking belt will begin to move. Hold the handrails and
   begin walking. As you exercise, change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed + and – buttons. Each time a button is pressed, the speed setting will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down, the speed setting will change in increments of 0.5 mph. To change the speed setting quickly, press the Quick Speed buttons. Note: The console can display speed and distance in either
   miles or kilometers (see SPEED DISPLAY on page 12). For simplicity, all instructions in this section refer to miles.
3. Change the incline of the treadmill as desired. To change the incline of the treadmill, press either of the Incline buttons until the desired incline level
   is reached.
4. Follow your progress with the three displays. Fat Calories/Calories/ Pulse display—This display shows the approximate numbers of fat calories and calories you have burned (see FAT BURNING on page 17). The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds, as shown by the mode indicators. This display will also show your heart rate when you use the pulse sensor (see step 5).
   Time/Distance display—This display shows the elapsed time and the distance that you have walked or run. The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds, as shown by the mode indicators. Note: When the Stop button is pressed, this display will flash.  Speed display—This display shows the speed
   of the walking belt.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired. To measure your heart rate, stand on the foot rails and place your thumb on the pulse sensor. Do not press too hard, or the
   circulation in your thumb will be restricted and your pulse will not be detected. After a few seconds, the heart-shaped indicator in the Fat Calories/Calories/ Pulse display will begin to flash, and then your heart rate will be shown. Hold your thumb on the pulse sensor for about 15 seconds for the most accurate reading. If the displayed heart rate appears to be too high or too low, or if your heart rate is not displayed, lift your thumb off the pulse sensor for a few seconds. Then, place your thumb on the pulse sensor as described above. Remember to stand still while measuring your heart rate.
6. Turn on the fan if desired. To turn on the fan, press the fan button on the left
   side of the console. To turn on the fan at high speed, press the button a second time. To turn off the fan, press the button a third time. Note: A few minutes after the walking belt is stopped, the fan will automatically turn off.
7. When you are finished exercising, remove the key. Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and remove the key from the console. Keep the key in a secure place. Move the reset/off circuit breaker to the off position and unplug the power cord.

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL

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) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the frame, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back. Raise the frame about halfway to the vertical position.
2. Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly. Using your left thumb, press the storage latch to the left. Raise the frame until the storage latch closes over the catch. Make sure that the storage latch is fully engaged over the catch.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual.
PROBLEM: The power does not turn on
SOLUTION:

• a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 10). Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets.
• b. After the power cord has been plugged in, make sure that the key is inserted into the console.
• c. Check the reset/off circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord. If the switch protrudes as shown, the circuit breaker has tripped. To reset the circuit breaker, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.

PROBLEM: The power turns off during use
SOLUTION:

• a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see the drawing above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.
• b. Make sure that the power cord is plugged in. If the power cord is plugged in, unplug it, wait for five minutes, and then plug it back in.
• c. Remove the key from the console. Reinsert the key into the console.
• d. If the treadmill still will not run, see the front cover of this manual.

PROBLEM: The displays of the console do not function properly
SOLUTION: a. Remove the key from the console and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Remove the Screws (58) from the Hood (1), and carefully pivot the Hood off.

PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on
SOLUTION:

• a. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10.
• b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may decrease, and the walking belt may become damaged. Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the Allen wrench, turn both rear roller bolts counterclockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 2 to 3 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.
• c. If the walking belt still slows when walked on, see the front cover of this manual.

PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center or slips when walked on
SOLUTION:

• a. If the walking belt is off-center, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, use the Allen wrench to turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1/2 of a turn; if the walking belt has shifted to the right, turn the left bolt counterclockwise 1/2 of a turn. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered.
• b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the Allen wrench, turn both rear roller bolts clockwise 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 2 to 3 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, 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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