Page 2 - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
2 WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill. IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequatelyinforme...
Page 3 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
3 21. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled. (SeeASSEMBLY on page 5 and HOW TO MOVETHE TREADMILL on page 16.) You must beable to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise,lower, or move the treadmill. 22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure tha...
Page 4 - BEFORE YOU BEGIN
4 Congratulations for purchasing the SOFTSTRIDEREXª treadmill by HealthRider. The SOFTSTRIDEREX offers an impressive array of features that will helpyou to achieve your fitness goals in the convenience ofyour home. From the advanced console to the ultra-soft walking belt, the SOFTSTRIDER EX is desig...
Page 5 - ASSEMBLY
5 2. Remove the paper backing from the Wrench Clip (71). Press the Wrench Clip onto the Frame (92) in the indi-cated location. Press the Allen Wrench (72) into theWrench Clip. Note: The use of the Allen Wrench is described on pages 17 and 18. 72 92 71 3. Make sure that all parts are tightened before...
Page 6 - HOW TO USE THE HAND PULSE SENSOR
6 The convenient hand pulse sensor allows you to measure your heart rate before you begin exercising,during your workout, and again when you finish. To use the hand pulse sensor, the console must beturned on (see HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER onpage 9). In addition, the walking belt must be movingor the ...
Page 7 - OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
7 OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated withPERFORMANT LUBE TM , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or othersubstances to the walking belt or the walking plat-form. Such substances will deteriorate ...
Page 8 - CONSOLE OPERATION
8 CONSOLE OPERATION FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a wide array of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable andeffective. When the console is in the manual mode, the speedand incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the LED...
Page 16 - HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL
16 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 bepermanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord.Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20kg) in ...
Page 17 - TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE
17 PROBLEM 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 7). Useonly a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltagesurge suppressor (TVSS). The surge sup...
Page 19 - CONDITIONING GUIDELINES
19 The following guidelines will help you to plan your exer-cise program. For more information about exercise,consult your physician or obtain a reputable book. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether you want to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, you can tailor your exercise toyour specific g...
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Page 22 - FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY
Part No. 153230 J00295-C R0299A Printed in USA © 1999 Sears, Roebuck and Co. The model number and serial number of your HealthRider ¨ SOFT- STRIDER EX treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the tread-mill. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of thedecal. All replacement part...