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Model No. PFTL72582

Serial No.

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this equipment. Save this manual
USER'S MANUAL
for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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 12. Keep the power cord and the surge protector
that all users of this treadmill are adequately away from heated surfaces.
informed of all warnings and precautions.
13. Never move the walking belt while the power
2. Use the treadmill only as described in this is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
manual. the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread-
least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not mill is not working properly.)
place the treadmill on any surface that blocks
air openings. To protect the floor or carpet 14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill. ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a 15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
garage or covered patio, or near water. 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 16. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
administered. Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
away from the treadmill at all times. as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds. 17. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
8. Never allow more than one person on the the power cord and move the on/off switch to
treadmill at a time. the off position when the treadmill is not in
use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca-
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when tion of the on/off switch.)
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing that could become caught in the treadmill. 18. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
Athletic support clothes are recommended for treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
both men and women. Always wear athletic ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO MOVE
shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, THE TREADMILL on page 13.) You must be
wearing only stockings, or in sandals. able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to
raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 7),
plug the power cord into a surge protector 19. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
(not included) and plug the surge protector placing objects under the treadmill.
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be 20. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
on the same circuit. Do not use an extension sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
cord.
21. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
11. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at regularly.
15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or
less in length. Do not use an extension cord.

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 22. Never drop or insert any object into any authorized service representative. Servicing
opening. other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized service
23. DANGER: Always unplug the power representative only.
cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main- 24. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
tenance and adjustment procedures de- only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer-
scribed in this manual. Never remove the cial, rental, or institutional setting.
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an

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 have been placed

on your treadmill. If a decal is miss-
ing, or if it is not legible, please call
our Customer Service Department,
toll-free, to order a free replacement
decal (see ORDERING REPLACE-
MENT PARTS on the back cover of
this manual). Apply the decal in the
location shown.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the PROFORM¨ 725EX tread- at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
mill. The 725EX treadmill combines advanced technol- until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). To
ogy with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent help us assist you, please note the product model
form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and number and serial number before calling. The model
privacy of your home. And when youÕre not exercising, number of the treadmill is PFTL72582. The serial num-
the unique 725EX can be folded up, requiring less than ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill
half the floor space of other treadmills. (see the front cover of this manual for the location).

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before Before reading further, please review the drawing
using the treadmill. If you have additional questions, below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
please call our Customer Service Department toll-free labeled.

Water Bottle
Book Holder Holder (Bottle
not included)
Accessory Holder

Hand Weight Holder*

Handrail

Storage Latch Key/Clip

Pulse
Sensor
LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE

Walking Belt
On/Off Switch
Circuit
Breaker
Foot Rails
Front
Wheel

Power
Cord
Cushioned Walking Platform
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

*Optional hand weights add upper-body exercise to your workouts. To order hand weights, see page 12 of
this manual.

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. No tools are required for assembly.

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.

1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the

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Uprights (15) until the treadmill is in the position shown.

Note: One replacement Base Pad (6) may be included. 15

Use the extra Pad if one becomes worn or needs to be
replaced.

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2. Make sure the Lock Knob Sleeve (93) is fully inserted
into the left Upright (15). Remove the Lock Knob (92) 2
from the Lock Pin (97). Make sure that the Lock Pin
Collar (95) and the Spring (94) are on the Lock Pin. 15
Insert the Lock Pin into the left Upright (15) and tighten
the Lock Knob onto it.

94
92 95
97
93

3. Remove the backing from the Adhesive Clip (29). Press

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the Adhesive Clip onto the base of one of the Uprights
(15). Press the Allen Wrench (24) into the Adhesive Clip.

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15 29

4. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Place a mat under the treadmill to
protect the floor or carpet.
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge
PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant. protector, and plug the surge protector into an ap-
IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other propriate outlet that is properly installed and
substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- grounded in accordance with all local codes and
form. They will deteriorate the walking belt and ordinances.
cause excessive wear.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus-
trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
DANGER: Improper connection used to connect the surge protector to a 2-pole recep-
tacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded out-
of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock. let is not available.
Check with a qualified electrician or service-
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
man if you are in doubt as to whether the
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
product is properly grounded. Do not modify
by a qualified electrician.
the plug provided with the productÑif it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
stalled by a qualified electrician.
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
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec-
sudden voltage changes in your homeÕs power.
trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can re-
grounded before using an adapter.
sult from weather conditions or from other appliances
being turned on or off.
To decrease the pos-
sibility of your tread- 1
Grounded Outlet Box
mill being damaged, Treadmill Power Cord
always use a surge
Grounding Pin
protector (not in-
cluded) with your Grounding Plug Grounding Plug
treadmill.

Surge protectors are Grounding Pin

sold at most hardware Grounded Outlet
stores and department
stores. Use only a UL-
listed surge protector,
rated at 15 amps, with a 2 Grounded Outlet Box
14-gauge cord of five
feet or less in length. Adapter

This product must be Grounding Pin

grounded. If it should Surge Protector
malfunction or break Grounding Plug
down, grounding pro-
Lug
vides a path of least re-
sistance for electric cur- Metal Screw
rent to reduce the risk of

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CONSOLE DIAGRAM

Program Indicators Displays LED Track Displays Program Indicators

Manual Indicator

Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic Clip

on the face of the console, remove it. Key

STEP-BY-STEP CONSOLE OPERATION

CAUTION: Before operating the
Note: The treadmill console can display speed and
console, read the following precautions.
distance in either miles or kilometers (see SPEED/
¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- PACE DISPLAY on page 9). For simplicity, all instruc-
ing on the power. tions in this section refer to miles.

¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing above) Before operating the
while operating the treadmill. If the key is console, make sure that
pulled from the console, the walking belt will the on/off switch, lo- On
automatically stop. cated near the power Position
cord, is in the on posi-
¥ Adjust the speed in small increments to tion.
avoid sudden jumps in speed.
Next, plug in the power cord (see HOW TO PLUG IN
¥ To reduce the possibility of electric shock, THE POWER CORD on page 7). Note: If the key is in
keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquids the console, remove it before plugging in the power
on the console, and place only a sealed cord.
water bottle in the water bottle holder.
Step onto 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 clothing. Follow the
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE steps below to operate the console.

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of

features designed to help you get the most from your HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
workouts. When the manual mode is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with Insert the key into the console.
a touch of a button. As you exercise, an LED ÒtrackÓ 1
and four displays will provide continuous exercise feed- A moment after the
back. With the built-in pulse sensor, you can even key is inserted, the
measure your heart rate. four displays and
various indicators
In addition, the console offers six workout programs. will light.
Three programs automatically control the incline of the
treadmill and three programs control the speed of the
treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts.

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 Select the manual mode. DISTANCE/LAPS
2 displayÑThis display
When the key is shows the distance that
inserted, the manual Indicator the walking belt has
mode will be selected, moved and the number
as shown by the of 1/4-mile laps you have
manual indicator. If completed. The display will alternate between one
you have selected a number and the other every seven seconds; the
workout program, indicator will light when the number of laps is
press the mode button repeatedly until the manual shown.
indicator lights.
TIME/INCLINE
Press the START button and adjust the speed displayÑThis display
3 of the walking belt. shows the elapsed time
and the incline level of
A moment after the START button is pressed, the the treadmill. The display
walking belt will begin to move. Hold the handrails will alternate between
and carefully begin walking. one number and the other every seven seconds;
the indicator will light when the incline is shown.
As you exercise, change the speed of the walking Note: When a workout program is selected, the
belt as desired by pressing the SPEED buttons. display will show the time remaining in the program.
Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the
speed will change by 0.1 mph. The buttons can be CALS/FAT CALS/
held down to change the speed setting quickly. PULSE displayÑThis
Note: It may take a few seconds for the walking belt display shows the ap-
to reach the selected speed setting. proximate numbers of
calories and fat calories
To stop the walking belt, press the STOP button. you have burned (see
The TIME/INCLINE display will begin to flash. To FAT BURNING on page 16). Every seven sec-
restart the walking belt, press the START button onds, the display will change from one number to
again. To stop the walking belt and reset the dis- the other; the indicator will light when the number
plays, hold down the STOP button for two seconds. of fat calories is shown. This display will also
show your heart rate when the pulse sensor is
Adjust the incline of the treadmill as desired used (see step 6).
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To change the incline of the treadmill, press the SPEED/PACE
INCLINE buttons. Each time one of the buttons is displayÑThis display
pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The but- shows the speed of the
tons can be held down to change the incline walking belt and your
quickly. Note: It may take a few seconds for the current pace (pace is
treadmill to reach the selected incline setting. measured in minutes per
mile). Every seven seconds, the display will
Follow your progress with the LED track and change from one number to the other; the indicator
5 the four displays. will light when your pace is shown.

The LED TrackÑ Note: The console can

The LED track repre- display distance, speed
sents a distance of and pace in either miles
1/4 mile. As you exer- or kilometers. To see
cise, the indicators which unit of measure-
around the track will ment is selected, hold
light one at a time down the STOP button while inserting the key into
until you have com- the console. An ÒE,Ó for english miles, or an ÒM,Ó
pleted 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin. for metric kilometers, will appear in the CALS/FAT
CALS/PULSE display. If you want to change the
unit of measurement, press the SPEED ▲ button.
Remove and then reinsert the key.

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 Measure your heart rate, if desired. Note: The two AEROBIC programs are twenty
6 minutes long; the four FAT BURN programs are
Stand on the thirty minutes long. The graphs on the sides of the
foot rails and Metal Contacts console show how the incline or speed of the
place your treadmill will change during the programs. During
hands on the the AEROBIC programs, for example, the incline
metal contacts or speed will gradually increase during the first ten
on the handrail. minutes and then gradually decrease during the
Your palms last ten minutes. Each program begins with a
must be resting warm-up period and ends with a cool-down period.
on the upper
contacts, and Set a maximum incline or speed setting.
your fingers must 3
be touching the If you selected an
lower contactsÑ incline program, a
avoid moving your hands. When your heart rate number will flash in the
is detected, the heart-shaped indicator in the TIME/INCLINE display.
CALS/FAT CALS/PULSE display will flash This number is the maxi-
steadily and a ÒPÓ will appear. After a few sec- mum incline that the
onds, your heart rate will be shown. For the most treadmill will reach during the selected program. If
accurate heart rate reading, continue to hold you want to change the maximum incline setting,
the contacts for about 15 seconds. press the INCLINE ▲ button. The maximum incline
setting can be from 4% to 10%. If the setting is in-
When you are finished exercising, press the creased, the difficulty level of the entire program
7 STOP button and remove the key. will increase. If the setting is decreased, the diffi-
culty level of the entire program will decrease.
Step onto the foot rails, press the STOP button
and remove the key from the console. Keep the If you selected a speed
key in a secure place. program, a number will
flash in the SPEED/
In addition, move the on/off switch to the off posi- PACE display. This
tion and unplug the power cord. number is the maximum
speed that the walking
belt will reach during the selected program. If you
HOW TO USE THE WORKOUT PROGRAMS want to change the maximum speed setting, press
the SPEED ▲ button. The maximum speed setting
Insert the key into the console. can be from 4 mph to 10 mph. If the setting is in-
1 creased, the difficulty level of the entire program
A moment after the key is inserted, the four dis- will increase. If the setting is decreased, the diffi-
plays and various indicators will light. culty level of the entire program will decrease.

Press the START button to start the program

2 Press the MODE button to select the desired
workout program.
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A moment after the START button is pressed, the
When the key is inserted, the manual mode will be walking belt will begin to move. Hold the handrails
selected, as shown by the manual indicator. and carefully begin walking.

To select one of If an incline program is selected: The incline of

the workout the treadmill will change automatically during the
programs, program as shown by the graphs on the left side of
press the mode the console. The speed of the walking belt can be
button repeat- changed by pressing the SPEED buttons. The time
edly until one of Program Indicators remaining in the program will be shown in the
the three incline TIME/INCLINE display. When the program is com-
program indica- pleted, the walking belt will slow to a stop.
tors or one of the three speed program indicators
lights.

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If the program is too dif- Follow your progress with the LED track and
ficult or too easy, the 5 the four displays.
difficulty level of the pro-
gram can be adjusted. See step 5 on page 9.
Press the INCLINE ▲ or
▼ button. A number will Measure your heart rate, if desired.
begin to flash in the TIME/INCLINE display. This 6
number is the maximum incline that the treadmill See step 6 on page 10.
will reach during the program. Press the INCLINE
▲ or ▼ button repeatedly to change the maximum When the program is completed, remove the
incline setting. If the setting is increased, the diffi- 7 key.
culty level of the entire program will increase; if the
setting is decreased, the difficulty level of the entire Step onto the foot rails and remove the key from
program will decrease. the console. Keep the key in a secure place.

To stop the program for a moment, press the In addition, move the on/off switch to the off posi-
STOP button. The TIME/INCLINE display will tion and unplug the power cord.
begin to flash. To restart the program, press the
START button again. To stop the program and THE INFORMATION MODE
reset the displays, hold down the STOP button for
two seconds. Note: Pressing the MODE button will To access the information mode, hold down the STOP
also stop the program, reset the displays and se- button while inserting the key into the console.
lect a different mode.
The DISTANCE/LAPS
If a speed program is selected: The speed of the display will show the total
walking belt will change automatically during the number of miles that the
program as shown by the graphs on the right side walking belt has moved.
of the console. The incline of the treadmill can be
changed by pressing the INCLINE buttons. The
time remaining in the program will be shown in the The TIME/INCLINE display
TIME/INCLINE display. When the program is com- will show the total number of
pleted, the walking belt will slow to a stop. hours the treadmill has been
used.
If the program is too dif-
ficult or too easy, the
difficulty level of the pro- An ÒE,Ó for english miles, or
gram can be adjusted. an ÒM,Ó for metric kilometers,
Press the SPEED ▲ or will appear in the CALS/FAT
▼ button. A number will CALS/PULSE display. If you
begin to flash in the SPEED/PACE display. This want to change the unit of
number is the maximum speed that the treadmill measurement, press the
will reach during the program. Press the SPEED ▲ SPEED ▲ button.
or ▼ button repeatedly to change the maximum
speed setting. If the setting is increased, the diffi- To exit the mode, remove the key from the console.
culty level of the entire program will increase; if the
setting is decreased, the difficulty level of the entire
program will decrease.

To stop the program for a moment, press the

STOP button. The TIME/INCLINE display will
begin to flash. To restart the program, press the
START button again. To stop the program and
reset the displays, hold down the STOP button for
two seconds. Note: Pressing the MODE button will
also stop the program, reset the displays and se-
lect a different mode.

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THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR THE OPTIONAL HAND WEIGHTS

An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more Optional hand weights
features to the console. The chest pulse sensor offers let you include upper-
hands-free operation and continuously monitors your body exercise in your
heart rate during your workouts. To purchase the workouts. The hand
optional chest pulse sensor, please call 1-800-291- weights fit into conve-
0994. nience holders in the
console. To purchase
the optional hand
weights, please call 1-
800-291-0994.

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. CAU-
TION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in
order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at

the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury,
bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you
raise the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather
than your back. Raise the treadmill about halfway to the
vertical position.

2. Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the
treadmill firmly. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to Open
the left and hold it. Raise the treadmill until the latch pin is
aligned with the hole in the catch. Insert the latch pin into
the catch. Make sure that the latch pin is fully inserted
into the catch.
Latch Closed
To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat Knob
under the treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of Pin
direct sunlight. Do not leave the treadmill in the storage
position in temperatures above 85¡ Fahrenheit. Catch

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HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the storage

position as described above. Make sure that the latch pin is Book Holder
fully inserted into the catch.

1. Hold the treadmill as shown and place one foot against a

wheel. Do not hold or push on the book holder or the
book holder may be damaged.

2. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front 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.
Base
3. Place one foot on the base, and carefully lower the treadmill Front Wheels
until it is resting in the storage position.

HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE

Open
1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as
shown. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to the left
and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past
the pin. Slowly release the latch knob.
Latch Closed
Knob

Pin

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

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MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING
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 toll-
free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).

1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON

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. See step 1 on page 8.

c. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill near the c

power cord. If the switch protrudes as shown, the circuit
breaker has tripped. To reset the circuit breaker, wait for five Tripped Reset
minutes and then press the switch back in.

d. Check the on/off switch located on the treadmill near the Tripped Reset
power cord. The switch must be in the on position. d
On
Position

2. SYMPTOM: THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE

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 fully into the console. See step 1 on page 10.

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.

3. SYMPTOM: THE PULSE SENSOR DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY

a. Make sure to stand on the foot rails and avoid moving your hands while measuring your heart rate.
Excessive movement may interfere with heart rate readings. If the pulse sensor is not used correctly, your
heart rate will not be shown.

b. Do not hold the metal contacts too tightly; doing so may interfere with heart rate readings.

c. For the most accurate heart rate reading, hold the contacts for about 15 seconds.

d. For optimal performance of the pulse sensor, keep the contacts clean. The contacts can be cleaned with a
soft clothÑnever use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals.

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4. SYMPTOM: THE DISPLAYS OF THE CONSOLE DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY

a. Remove the key from the console and UPLUG THE POWER
CORD. Remove the screws from the hood. Carefully remove the
hood. Locate the Reed Switch (26) and the Magnet (107) on the 1/8Ó
left side of the Pulley (12). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is 109 12
aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure that the gap between 107
26
the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1/8Ó. If necessary,
loosen the Reed Switch Screw (109) and move the Reed Switch
slightly. Retighten the Screw. Re-attach the hood, and run the Top
treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading. View

5. SYMPTOM: The walking belt slows when walked on

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 b

decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged.
Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the 3ÓÐ4Ó
allen wrench, turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclock-
wise, 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 prop-
erly tightened. Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts

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

6. SYMPTOM: The walking belt is off-center

a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and a
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the
left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise, and the right bolt coun-
terclockwise, 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 cen-
tered.

b. If the walking belt has shifted to the right, first remove the key b
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.

7. SYMPTOM: The walking belt slips when walked on

a. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and a
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 plat-
form. 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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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES
uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for en-
WARNING: Before beginning this ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body
begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal
or any exercise program, consult your physi-
cian. This is especially important for individu- is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread-
als over the age of 35 or individuals with pre- mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in
existing health problems. your training zone. It may also be helpful to use one of
the consoleÕs FAT BURN programs (see pages 10 to 13).
The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including your movement, For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed and incline
may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle
The sensor is intended only as an exercise aid number in your training zone.
in determining heart rate trends in general.
Aerobic Exercise

If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys-

The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- tem, your exercise must be Òaerobic.Ó Aerobic exercise
ercise program. RememberÑthese are general guide- is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for
lines only. For more detailed exercise information, ob- prolonged periods of time. This increases the demand
tain a reputable book or consult your physician. on the heart to pump blood to the muscles, and on the
lungs to oxygenate the blood. For aerobic exercise,
EXERCISE INTENSITY adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your
heart rate is near the highest number in your training
Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your zone. It may also be helpful to use one of the consoleÕs
cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the AEROBIC programs (see pages 10 to 13).
desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity.
The proper intensity level can be found by using your WORKOUT GUIDELINES
heart rate as a guide. The chart below shows recom-
mended heart rates for fat burning and aerobic exercise. 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 in-
creases your body temperature, heart rate and circula-
tion in preparation for exercise.

Training Zone ExerciseÑAfter warming up, increase

the intensity of your exercise until your pulse is in your
training zone for 20 to 60 minutes. (During the first few
To find the proper heart rate for you, first find your age weeks of your exercise program, do not keep your
near the bottom of the chart (ages are rounded off to pulse in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes.)
the nearest ten years). Next, find the three numbers Breathe regularly and deeply as you exerciseÑnever
above your age. The three numbers define your Òtrain- hold your breath.
ing zone.Ó The lower two numbers are recommended
heart rates for fat burning; the higher number is the A Cool-downÑFinish each workout with 5 to 10 min-
recommended heart rate for aerobic exercise. utes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the
flexibility of your muscles and will help prevent post-ex-
To measure your heart rate during exercise, use the ercise problems.
pulse sensor on the console. If your heart rate is too
high or too low, adjust the speed and incline of the Exercise Frequency
treadmill.
To maintain or improve your condition, complete three
Fat Burning workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be-
tween workouts. After a few months, you may com-
To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relatively plete up to five workouts each week if desired. The key
low intensity level for a sustained period of time. to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable
During the first few minutes of exercise, your body part of your everyday life.

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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 1
reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15
counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings,
back of knees and back.

2. Hamstring Stretch

Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot
toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended 2
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. 3
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.
4
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. 5

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PART LISTÑModel No. PFTL72582 R0100A

Key Key
No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description

1 2 Center Track 54 1 Grommet

2 2 Foot Rail 55 1 On/Off Switch
3 1 Left Foot Rail Cap 56 1 Circuit Breaker
4 1 Front Roller Adjustment Nut 57 1 Outlet Bracket
5 4 Isolator 58 1 Book Rack
6 6 Bumper 59 2 Belt Guide
7 6 Platform Screw 60 1 Shock
8 1 Walking Platform 61 1 Front Belly Pan
9 2 Frame Pivot Bolt 62 1 Right Foot Rail Cap
10 2 Frame Pivot Spacer 63 22 Belly Pan Fastener
11 1 Walking Belt 64 1 Console Base
12 1 Front Roller/Pulley 65 4 Front Cap Screw
13 28 Small Screw 66 1 Frame Guide
14 1 Motor Belt 67 2 Rear Isolator
15 1 Upright/Base 68 1 Belly Pan
16 1 Incline Frame 69 1 Warning Decal
17 2 Hood Bracket (long) 70 4 Hood Screw
18 3 Bracket Clip 71 1 Key/Clip
19 4 Endcap Bracket Screw 72 2 Rear Endcap Bracket
20 1 Console Plate 73 1 Rear Endcap
21 8 Nut 74 2 Rear Endcap Pad
22 1 Lift Motor Shield 75 12 Endcap Screw/Ground Screw
23 2 Incline Motor Bolt 76 2 Rear Roller Adj. Bolt
24 1 Allen Wrench 77 2 Caution Decal
25 1 Incline Motor 78 1 Latch Decal
26 1 Reed Switch 79 1 Frame
27 1 Upright Plug 80 2 Rear Deck Screw
28 9 Upright Ground Screw/Choke Screw 81 1 Console
29 1 Adhesive Clip 82 1 Latch Catch
30 2 Wheel Bolt 83 1 Rear Roller
31 2 Front Wheel 84** 1 Optional Hand Weight/Chest Pulse
32 1 Hood Bracket (short) 85 1 Cable Tie
33 1 Motor Pivot Nut 86 2 Cable Tie Screw/Belly Pan Screw
34 1 Pulley/Flywheel/Fan 87 2 Cable Tie Clamp
35 1 Motor 88 2 8Ó Cable Tie
36 3 Motor Tension Bolt 89 5 4Ó Cable Tie
37 1 Motor Tension Washer 90 1 Upright Wire Harness
38 1 Star Washer 91 2 Handrail Foam
39 1 Motor Tension Nut 92 1 Lock Knob
40 1 Motor Pivot Bolt 93 1 Lock Knob Sleeve
41 1 Motor Hood 94 1 Spring
42 1 Incline Motor Shield 95 1 Lock Pin Collar
43 2 Incline Pivot Washer 96 1 Pin Clip
44 3 Adj. Washer 97 1 Lock Pin
45* 1 Motor/Pulley/Fly./Fan 98 1 Right Pulse Wire
46 1 Front Roller Adj. Bolt 99 4 Pulse Sensor Plate
47 1 Choke 100 1 Left Pulse Wire
48 1 Electronics Bracket 101 1 Pulse Bar
49 1 Controller 102 16 Screw
50 1 Electronics Shield 103 2 Pulse Bar Washer
51 1 Power Supply 104 2 Pulse Bar Bolt
52 4 Plastic Stand-off 105 4 Upright Endcap
53 1 Power Cord 106 1 Upright Grommet

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Key Key
No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description

107 1 Magnet # 1 4Ó White Wire, M/F

108 1 Incline Reed Switch # 1 4Ó Black Wire, 2 F
109 1 Switch Wire # 1 4Ó Black Wire, M/Ring
110 1 Reed Switch Clip # 1 9Ó Black Wire, M/F
111 1 Incline Motor Spacer # 1 8Ó Blue Wire, 2 F
112 1 Optic Disk # 1 8Ó Red Wire, M/F
113 1 Optic Switch Nut # 1 8Ó Green Wire, M/Ring
114 1 Optic Switch Washer # 1 User's Manual
115 1 Optic Switch Bolt
116 1 Optic Switch # These parts are not illustrated
117 2 Handrail Endcap * Includes all parts shown in the box
118 2 Roller Guard
119 2 Interface Bracket ** For more information about the optional pulse kit
# 1 14Ó White Wire, 2 F and weights, see page 12.
# 1 8Ó White Wire, M/F

Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see the
back cover of this manual.

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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. PFTL72582 R0100A

13
28
25
113 49
23 51
109 114 28 53
111
112 48
21 115 52
21 13 18 116
65 28
13 52
18
54
3 17
32 13 56
86
47
16 55
1 119 26 110
9 33
50 57
10 34
21
21 23
21
46
2 5 7 45*
107
44
14 13
102 35 18
8 40
7 12
5 11 36 10
102 7 37 21 17
38
39
102 4
82 86 86 86
80
67 9
7
72 5
118
65
19 102
79 63 63 61
83 80

63 1
62 86
118 119
59
63
102
76 63
5 13
78 2
66 102
63
44
69
63 67
74
68
76
75 72 63

44 73 19
75
74 71

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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. PFTL72582 R0100A

105
58
81
102
84**
102
20 64
71
13
104

103 70 102
102 13
105
100 99 102 106

99
91
99
93
92 101 102
94 102
95 99
117 97
98
103
96 13
91
13
117 104
15

43 13
36
86 88
31
85 75
89 13
6 41
77 42
87
43 13
6
27 36
75 75
75 21
105 122 13
6
31
75
22 28
30

86 70
29
60 77 6 24
105 6 75
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
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). When ordering parts, please be prepared to give
the following information:

¥ The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (PFTL72582).

¥ The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (PROFORM¨ 725EX 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 EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST
attached to the center of this manual).

If possible, place the treadmill near your telephone for easy reference when calling.

LIMITED WARRANTY
ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and
material, under normal use and service conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of pur-
chase. This warranty extends only to the original purchaser. ICON's obligation under this warranty is lim-
ited to replacing or repairing, at ICON's option, the product at one of its authorized service centers. All
products for which warranty claim is made must be received by ICON at one of its authorized service
centers with all freight and other transportation charges prepaid, accompanied by sufficient proof of pur-
chase. All returns must be pre-authorized by ICON. This warranty does not extend to any product or
damage to a product caused by or attributable to freight damage, abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal
usage or repairs not provided by an ICON authorized service center, to products used for commercial or
rental purposes, or to products used as store display models. No other warranty beyond that specifically
set forth above is authorized by ICON.
ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or consequential damages arising out of or in con-
nection 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 in-
cidental 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.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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