ProForm 50 Manual

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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER
IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem
perature before turning on the power. If you do not
do this, the console displays or other electrical
components may become damaged.
Plug in the power cord
(see page 9). Next, locate
the reset/off circuit breaker
on the treadmill frame near
the power cord. Make sure
that the circuit breaker is in
the “reset” position. 
IMPORTANT: The console features a display demo
mode, designed to be used if the treadmill is dis
played in a store. If the displays light as soon as
you plug in the power cord and switch the circuit
breaker to the reset position, the demo mode is
turned on. To turn off the demo mode, hold down
the Stop button for a few seconds. If the displays
remain lit, see THE INFORMATION MODE on page
16 to turn off the demo mode. 
Next, stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Locate the
clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 10),
and slide the clip securely onto the waistband of your
clothes. Then, insert the key into the console. After a
moment, the displays will light. 
IMPORTANT: In an
emergency situation, 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.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Insert the key into the console.
See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above. 
2.Enter your weight if desired.
If you enter your weight
into the console, the con
sole will display a more
accurate estimate of the
number of calories that
you burn. To enter your
weight, pressthe Your Weight increase and de
crease buttons repeatedly. Note: Once you have
entered your weight, it will be saved in memory.  
3. Select the manual mode.
When you in
sert the key,
the manual
mode will be
selected. If
you have se
lected a pro
gram, reselect the manual mode by pressing either
of the Programs buttons repeatedly until a track
appears in the upper half of the display.
4. Start the walking belt.
To start the walking belt, press the Start button, the
Speed increase button, or one of the speed but
tons numbered 1 to 10. 
If you press the Start
button or the Speed in
crease button, the walk
ing belt will begin to
move at 1 mph. As you
exercise, change the
speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing
the Speed increase and decrease buttons. Each
time you press a button, the speed setting will
change by 0.1 mph; if you hold down a button, the
speed setting will change in increments of 0.5 mph.
Note: After you press the buttons, it may take a mo
ment for the walking belt to reach the selected speed
setting.
If you press one of the numbered buttons, the
walking belt will gradually change speed until it
reaches the selected speed setting. To select a
speed setting that includes a decimal—such as 3.5
mph—press two numbered buttons in succession.
For example, to select a speed setting of 3.5 mph,
press the 3 button and then immediately press the5button.
To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button.
The time will begin to flash in the display. To restart
the walking belt, press the Startbutton, the Speed
increase button, or one of the numbered buttons.
5. Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.
To change the incline of the treadmill, press the
Incline increase and decrease buttons. Each time
you press a button, the incline will change by 0.5%.
Note: After you press the buttons, it may take a
moment for the treadmill to reach the selected in
cline setting.
Reset
Position
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6. Follow your progress with the display.
Note: The display features six background col
ors and a color zone mode. When the color
zone mode is selected, the background color
will automatically change as the speed and in
cline of the treadmill change. To select a back
ground color or the color zone mode, press the
Display Color button repeatedly. To adjust the
contrast of the display, see THE INFORMATION
MODE on page 16.
When the
manual
mode is se
lected, the
upper half of
the display
can show a
track that represents 1/4 mile. As you walk or run,
indicators will appear in succession around the
track until the entire track appears. The track will
then disappear and the indicators will again begin
to appear in succession.
The lower left corner of
the display can show
the distance that you
have walked or run, the
elapsed time, the in
cline level of the tread
mill, and the approximate number of grams of carbs
you have burned. Note: When a program is se
lected, the display will show the time remaining in
the program instead of the elapsed time.
The lower right corner
of the display can show
the approximate num
ber of calories you have
burned while walking or
running, the speed of
the walking belt, and your pace in minutes per mile.
The lower right corner of the display will also show
your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse
sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor. 
The upper half of the display can show the elapsed
time, the distance that you have walked or run, the
speed of the walking belt, the approximate number
of calories you have burned, your pace, the incline
level, or a track. Press the Display Mode button re
peatedly until the upper half of the display shows
the information that you are interested in viewing. 
Note: While information is shown in the upper half
of the display, the same information will not be
shown in the lower left or lower right corner of the
display.To reset the display, press the Stop button, remove
the key, and then reinsert the key.
7. Measure your heart rate if desired.
Note: If you use the handgrip pulse sensor and
the optional chest pulse sensor at the same
time, the console will not display your heart
rate accurately.
Before using
the handgrip
pulse sensor,
remove the
sheets of clear
plastic from
the metal con
tacts. In addi
tion, make
sure that your hands are clean.
To measure your heart rate, 
stand on the foot
rails
and hold the metal contacts on the handrail—
avoid moving your hands.When your pulse is de
tected,a heartshaped indicator will flash in the
right side of the display each time your heart beats,
one or two dashes will appear, and then your heart
rate will be shown. 
For the most accurate heart
rate reading, continue to hold the contacts for
about 15 seconds.
8.Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan features low and high speed settings.
Press the Fan button repeatedly to select a fan
speed or to turn off the fan. Note: If the fan is on
when the walking belt is stopped, the fan will turn
off automatically after a few minutes.
9.When you are finished exercising, remove the
key from the console.
Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and
adjust the incline of the treadmill to the lowest
setting. The incline must be at the lowest setting
when you fold the treadmill to the storage posi
tion, or you may damage the treadmill.
Next, re
move the key from the console and put it in a secure
place.
When you are finished using the treadmill, switch
the reset/off circuit breaker to the “off” position and
unplug the power cord.
IMPORTANT: If you do
not do this, the treadmill’s electrical compo
nents may wear prematurely. 
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HOW TO USE A WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM
1. Insert the key into the console.
See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page
11. 
2. Enter your weight.
See step 2 on page 11. Note: Always enter your
weight before using a weight loss program; the
speed and incline settings of the program will
depend on the weight setting that you enter.
3. Select a weight loss program.
To select
one of the
four weight
loss pro
grams, press
the
Professional
Weight Loss
Programs
button repeatedly. When a weight loss program is
selected, the display will show the calorie goal (the
approximate number of calories to be burned dur
ing the program) and the number of minutes that
the program will last. In addition, the maximum in
cline setting of the program and the maximum
speed setting of the program will flash in the dis
play. A few seconds after a weight loss program is
selected, a profile of the speed settings of the pro
gram will scroll across the display.
4. Press the Start button to start the program.
Amoment after you press the button, the treadmill
will automatically adjust to the first speed and in
cline settings of the program. Hold the handrails
and begin walking. 
Each program is divided into 30, 35, 40, or 45 one
minute segments. One speed setting and one in
cline setting are programmed for each segment.
Note: The same speed setting and/or incline setting
may be programmed for consecutive segments.During the
program, the
profile will
show your
progress. The
flashing seg
ment of the
profile represents the current segment of the pro
gram. The height of the flashing segment indicates
the speed setting for the current segment. At the
end of each segment, a series of tones will sound
and the next segment of the profile will begin to
flash. If a different speed or incline setting is pro
grammed for the next segment, the speed or incline
setting will flash in the display to alert you.
The program will continue in this way until the last
segment of the profile flashes in the display and
the last segment ends. The walking belt will then
slow to a stop.
If the speed or incline setting for the current seg
ment is too high or too low, you can manually over
ride the setting by pressing the Speed and Incline
buttons. 
Important:When the current segment of
the program ends, the treadmill will automati
cally adjust to the speed and incline settings for
the next segment.
To stop the program at any time, press the Stop
button. To restart the program, press the Start but
ton or the Speed increase button. The walking belt
will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next seg
ment of the program begins, the treadmill will auto
matically adjust to the speedand incline settings for
that segment.
The program will continue in this way until the last
segment of the program ends. The walking belt will
then slow to a stop. 
Important: The calorie goal
is an estimate of the number of calories that
you will burn during the program. The actual
number of calories that you burn will depend
on your weight. In addition, if you manually
change the speed or incline of treadmill during
the program, the number of calories you burn
will be affected.
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5. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 6 on page 12.
6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 7 on page 12.
7. Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 8 on page 12.
8. When you are finished exercising, remove the
key from the console.
See step 9 on page 12.
HOW TO USE A CROSS TRAINING PROGRAM
1. Insert the key into the console.
See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page
11. 
2. Select a cross training program.
To select
one of the
four cross
training pro
grams, press
the
Professional
Cross
Training
Programs button repeatedly. When a cross training
program is selected, the display will show the word
UPPER, LOWER, or TOTAL and the number of
minutes that the program will last. In addition, the
maximum incline setting of the program and the
maximum speed setting of the program will flash in
the display. A few seconds after a cross training
program is selected, a profile of the speed settings
of the program will scroll across the display.
3. Press the Start button to start the program.
Amoment after the button is pressed, the treadmill
will automatically adjust to the first speed and in
cline settings of the program. Hold the handrails
and begin walking. 
Each program is divided into 25, 30, or 45 one
minute segments. One speed setting and one in
cline setting are programmed for most segments.
(Note: The same speed setting and/or incline setting
may be programmed for consecutive segments.)
During other segments, the console will prompt you
to perform strength exercises.
During the
program, the
profile will
show your
progress. The
flashing seg
ment of the
profile represents the current segment of the pro
gram. The height of the flashing segment indicates
the speed setting for the current segment. At the
end of each segment, a series of tones will sound
and the next segment of the profile will begin to
flash. If a different speed or incline setting is pro
grammed for the next segment, the speed or incline
setting will flash in the display to alert you.
The program will continue in this way until the last
segmentof the profile flashes in the display and
the last segment ends. The walking belt will then
slow to a stop.
If the speed or incline setting for the current seg
mentis too high or too low, you can manually over
ride the setting by pressing the Speed and Incline
buttons. 
Important:When the current segment of
the program ends, the treadmill will automati
cally adjust to the speed and incline settings for
the next segment.
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To stop the program at any time, press the Stop
button. The time will begin to flash in the display.
Torestart the program, press the Start button or the
Speed increase button. The walking belt will begin
to move at 1 mph. When the next segment of the
program begins, the treadmill will automatically ad
just to the speed and incline settings for that seg
ment.
4. Perform the first strength exercise when
prompted. 
When the
first strength
exercise
segment be
gins (only
one indicator
will flash in
the Current Segment column), the walking belt will
slow to a stop and the name of the first strength
exercise will appear in the display for a few sec
onds. 
Next, the dis
play will
show the
recom
mended
number of
repetitions
for the first strength exercise.
Remove the clip from the waistband of your
clothes, step off the treadmill, and prepare to begin
the first strength exercise. Every few seconds, the
console will sound a tone; when a tone sounds,
perform one repetition of the exercise. Exercise
with a slow, steady motion; do not perform more
than one repetition each time a tone sounds. The
display will count down the repetitions as you per
form them.  Note: Refer to the accompanying exercise chart to
see the correct form for each exercise. When per
forming lunges, alternate legs with each repetition.
When performing dumbbell rows, perform half the
repetitions with your right arm and half the repeti
tions with your left arm. The strength exercises re
quire the use of dumbbells and an inflatable exer
cise ball (not included). 
To purchase additional
dumbbells or an exercise ball, call the tele
phone number on the front cover of this manual.
5. Continue the cross training program. 
When you have performed the recommended num
ber of repetitions, the words PRESS START will
appear in the display. To continue the cross train
ing program, step onto the treadmill, 
slide the clip
back onto the waistband of your clothes,
and
press the Start button. The treadmill will automati
cally adjust to the speed and incline settings for the
next segment.
The program will continue in this way until the last
segment ends. The walking belt will then slow to a
stop.
6. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 6 on page 12.
7. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 7 on page 12.
8.Turn on the fan if desired.
See step 8 on page 12.
9. When you are finished exercising, remove the
key from the console.
See step 9 on page 12. 
						

							THE INFORMATION MODE
The console features an information mode that keeps
track of treadmill usage information. The information
mode also allows you to select miles or kilometers as
the unit of measurement, to adjust the contrast of the
display, and to turn on and turn off the demo mode.
To select the information mode, hold down the Stop
button, insert the key into the console, and then release
the Stop button. When the information mode is se
lected, the following information will appear in the dis
play:  
Anumber from 1
to 20 will appear
in the upper part
of the display.
This number is
the contrast set
ting of the dis
play; 1 is the lowest setting and 20 is the highest set
ting. To change the contrast of the display, press the
weight increase and decrease buttons.
The center of the
display will show
the number of
hours that the
treadmill has
been operated.
The lower right
corner of the display will show the total number of miles
or kilometers that the walking belt has moved.  
In addition, an “E” for English miles or an “M” for metric
kilometers will appear in the lower left part of the dis
play. To change the unit of measurement, press the
Speed increase button. Note: The console features a display demo mode, de
signed to be used if the treadmill is displayed in a
store. While the demo mode is turned on, the console
will function normally when you plug in the power cord,
switch the circuit breaker to the reset position, and in
sert the key into the console. However, when you re
move the key, the displays will remain lit, although the
buttons will not function. If the demo mode is turned on,
a“d” will appear in the display while the information
mode is selected. To turn on or turn off the demo mode,
press the Speed decrease button.
To exit the information mode, remove the key from the
console.
THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR
An optional chest pulse sensor offers handsfree oper
ation as it continuously tracks your heart rate during
your workouts. 
To purchase the optional chest
pulse sensor, call the telephone number on the
front cover of this manual.
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							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 you do not do this, you may damage the
treadmill when you fold it. Remove the key and unplug the
power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs.
(20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 
1. Hold the metal frame firmly in the location shown by the
arrow at the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility
of injury, do not lift the frame by the plastic foot rails.
Make sure to bend your legs and keep your back straight
as you raise the frame.
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 hand, pull the latch knob to
the left and hold it. Raise the frame until the catch is past the
latch pin. Then, slowly release the latch knob. 
Make sure
that the frame is held securely by the latch pin. 
To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat
under the treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of direct sun
light. Do not leave the treadmill in the storage position
in temperatures above 85° F (30° C).
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL 
Before moving the treadmill, convert it to the storage position as
described above. 
Make sure that the frame is held securely
by the latch pin. 
1.  Hold the handrails and place one foot against one of the
wheels. 
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 against a wheel, and carefully lower the tread
mill until it is resting in the storage position.
EngagedCatch
Base
Handrails
Wheel
17
Frame
Latch Pin
Latch Knob 
						

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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE
1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand. Pull
the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame down
until it is past the latch pin. Then, release the latch knob. 
2.
Hold the metal frame firmly with both hands,and lower it
to the floor. 
CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of in
jury, do not lower the frame by gripping only the plastic
foot rails; do not drop the frame to the floor. Make sure
to bend your legs and keep your back straight.
Catch
Latch Knob
Latch Pin
2
1
Frame 
						

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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 see 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 9). Use only a singleoutlet surge suppressor
that meets all of the specifications described on page 9. Important: The treadmill is not compatible
with GFCIequipped 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 reset/off circuit breaker (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, please see the front cover of this manual.
PROBLEM:The incline of the treadmill does not change correctly
SOLUTION:
a. With the key in the console, press one of the Incline buttons. While the incline is changing,re
move the key.
After a few seconds, reinsert the key. The treadmill will automatically rise to the
maximum incline level and then return to the minimum level. This will recalibrate the incline system.
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 three Hood Screws (7).
Carefully pivot the Hood (41) off.
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c
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Locate the Reed Switch (63) and the Magnet (46) on
the left side of the Pulley (47). Turn the Pulley until
the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. 
Make
sure that the gap between the Magnet and the
Reed Switch is about 1/8 in. (3 mm).
Ifnecessary,
move the Reed Switch slightly using a slotted screw
driver. Reattach the Hood (not shown), and run the
treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct
speed reading.
PROBLEM: The console displays remain lit when you remove the key from the console
SOLUTION:
a. The console features a display demo mode, designed to be used if the treadmill is displayed in a
store. If the displays remain lit when you remove the key, the demo mode is turned on. To turn off
the demo mode, hold down the Stop button for a few seconds. If the displays are still lit, see THE
INFORMATION MODE on page 16 to turn off the demo mode.
PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on
SOLUTION:
a. Use only a singleoutlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 9.
b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor
mance may decrease and the walking belt may be
come damaged. Remove the key and 
UNPLUG THE
POWER CORD
. Using the hex key, 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 in. (5 to 7
cm) 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, please see the front cover of this manual.
PROBLEM:The walking belt is offcenter or slips when walked on
SOLUTION:
a.If the walking belt is offcenter,first remove the key
and 
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.If the walking
belt has shifted to the left,
use the hex key to turn
the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1/2 of a turn; 
if the
walking belt has shifted to the right,
turn the bolt
counterclockwise 1/2 of a turn. Be careful not to over
tighten the walking belt.Then, 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 re
move the key and 
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD.
Using the hex key, turn both rear roller bolts clock
wise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly
tightened, you should be able to lift each side of the
walking belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking plat
form. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered.
Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and care
fully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat
until the walking belt is properly tightened.b
a
Rear Roller Bolts
2–3 in.
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