ProForm 60 Instruction Manual

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9. With the help of a second person, hold the con-
sole assembly near the Right Handrail (64).
 Connect the Upright Wire (63) to the console 
wire. See the inset drawing. The connectors 
should slide together easily and snap into 
place. If they do not, turn one connector and try 
again. IF YOU DO NOT CONNECT THE CON-
NECTORS PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY 
BECOME DAMAGED WHEN YOU TURN ON 
THE POWER. Then, remove the wire tie from 
the Upright Wire.
 Connect the console ground wire to the ground 
wire on the Console Crossbar (61).
64
9
63
61
Console 
Wire
Ground 
Wires
Console 
Assembly
Console 
Wire
63
1010. Insert the wires into the Right Handrail (64) 
through the indicated hole as you set the con-
sole assembly on the Left and Right Uprights 
(66, 76). Make sure that no wires are pinched.
    See the inset drawing. When setting the con-
sole assembly onto the Left and Right Uprights 
(66,	76),	make	sure	that	the	indicated	flanges	
(only one is shown) on the Console Base (58) do 
not sit on top of the Left or Right Uprights. They 
must be on the sides of the Uprights as shown.
 Attach the console assembly with ten #8 x 3/4" 
Screws (4). Start all ten Screws, and then 
tighten them. Do not overtighten the Screws.
 Firmly tighten the six 3/8" x 3 1/4" Screws (2) on 
the lower ends of the Left and Right Uprights 
(66, 76) (only side is shown).
4
4
44
4
64
2
Wires
Wires
76
Hole
66
Console Assembly
58Flange
66 
						

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1111. Attach the Latch Housing (67) to the Left Upright 
(66) with two #10 x 3/4" Screws (8); start both 
Screws, and then tighten them. Make sure 
that the large hole in the Latch Housing is on 
the indicated side. 
 Locate the Latch Pin Assembly (68). Remove the 
knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar and 
the spring are on the pin. (Note: If there are two 
collars, place one on each side of the spring.) 
Insert the pin into the Latch Housing (67). Then, 
tighten the knob onto the pin.
12.    Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. If there are sheets of plas-
tic	on	the	treadmill	decals,	remove	the	plastic. 	To	protect	the	floor	or	carpet,	place	a	mat	under	the	treadmill.	
Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included hex keys in a secure place; one of the hex keys is 
used to adjust the walking belt (see pages 21 and 22).  
67
8
66
68
KnobSpring
Large HolePin
Collar 
						

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD 
Your treadmill, like other electronic equipment, can be 
damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home’s 
power. To decrease the risk of damaging your 
treadmill, always use a surge suppressor with your 
treadmill (see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase 
a surge suppressor, see precaution 12 on page 3.  
Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is 
UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup-
pressor (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 moni-
toring light on the surge suppressor to indicate 
whether it is functioning properly. Failure to use a 
properly functioning surge suppressor could dam-
age the control system of the treadmill (see precau-
tion 13 on page 3). 
This product must be grounded. If it should mal-
function or break down, grounding provides a path 
of least resistance for electric current to reduce the 
risk of electric shock. This product’s power cord has 
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding 
plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, 
and plug the surge suppressor into an appropri-
ate 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 and may not be compatible 
with AFCI-equipped outlets.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit 
(see drawing 1). A temporary adapter may be used to 
connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole receptacle if 
a properly-grounded outlet is not available (see  
drawing 2). 
The temporary adapter should be used only until a 
properly-grounded outlet (see drawing 1) can be in-
stalled	by	a	qualified	electrician.	
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extend-
ing from the adapter must be connected to a perma-
nent ground such as a grounded outlet box cover. 
The adapter must be held in place by a metal screw. 
Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box covers are not 
grounded. Contact a qualified electrician to deter-
mine if the outlet box cover is grounded before 
using an adapter.
      DANGER: Improper connec-
tion of the equipment-grounding conductor 
increases the risk of electric shock. Check 
with a qualified electrician or serviceman if 
you are unsure whether the product is prop-
erly grounded. Do not modify the plug—if it 
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-
stalled by a qualified electrician.
1Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Surge Suppressor
Grounding Pin
2
Grounded Outlet Box
Surge SuppressorAdapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet
 Grounding Pin
Grounding Plug 
						

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE  
The treadmill console offers a selection of features       
designed to make your workouts more effective. When 
you select the manual mode of the console, you can 
change the speed and incline of the treadmill with the 
touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will 
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even 
measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip 
heart rate monitor. 
The console also features four preset calorie workouts 
designed to help you to burn calories and enhance 
your cardiovascular system while toning and strength-
ening your muscles. In addition, the console offers 
four preset timed workouts. Each workout controls 
the speed and incline of the treadmill as it guides you 
through an effective exercise session.
To turn on the power, see page 15. To use the man-
ual mode, see page 15. To use a preset workout, see 
page 17. To use the information mode, see page 18.
IMPORTANT: If there is a sheet of plastic on the 
face of the console, remove the plastic. To prevent 
damage to the walking platform, wear clean ath-
letic shoes while using the treadmill. The first time 
the treadmill is used, observe the alignment of the 
walking belt, and center the walking belt if neces-
sary (see page 22).
Note: The console can display speed and distance in 
either miles or kilometers.	To	find	which	unit	of	mea-
surement is selected, see THE INFORMATION MODE 
on page 18. For simplicity, all instructions in this man-
ual refer to miles. 
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
ETPF39511
(PFTL39511) 
						

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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, you may damage the console displays or 
other electrical components.
Plug in the power cord (see 
page 13). Next, locate the 
power switch on the treadmill 
frame near the power cord. 
Make sure that the switch 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 press the power 
switch into 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 
18 to turn off the demo mode. 
Next, stand on the 
foot rails of the 
treadmill. Find the 
clip attached to the 
key and slide the clip 
onto the waistband 
of your clothes. 
Then, insert the key 
into the console. 
After a moment, the 
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.
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1.    Insert the key into the console. 
   See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER at the left.
2.  Select the manual mode.
   When the key is in-
serted, the manual 
mode will be selected. 
If you have selected a 
workout, remove the key 
from the console, and 
then reinsert it. Only zeros should appear in the 
displays.
3.  Start the walking belt.
   To start the walking belt, press the Start button, the 
Speed increase button, or one of the numbered 
Quick Speed buttons. 
    If you press the Start button or the Speed increase 
button, the walking belt will begin to move at 1 
mph. As you exercise, change the speed of the 
walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed in-
crease and decrease buttons. Each time you press 
one of the buttons, the speed setting will change 
by 0.1 mph; if you hold down the button, the speed 
setting will change in increments of 0.5 mph. 
   If you press one of the numbered Quick Speed but-
tons, the walking belt will gradually change speed 
until it reaches the selected speed setting. To se-
lect a speed setting that includes a decimal—such 
as 3.5 mph—press two numbered buttons in suc-
cession. For example, to select a speed setting of 
3.5 mph, press the 3 button and then immediately 
press the 5 button.
   To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button. 
The	time	will	begin	to	flash	in	the	display.	To	re-
start the walking belt, press the Start button, the 
Speed increase button, or one of the numbered 
Quick Speed buttons. 
Reset
ETPF39511
(PFTL39511)
Clip
Key 
						

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4. Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.
     To change the incline of the treadmill, press the 
Incline increase and decrease buttons or one of 
the numbered Quick Incline buttons. Each time you 
press the Incline increase or decrease button, the 
incline setting will change by 0.5 percent. If you 
press one of the numbered Quick Incline buttons, 
the incline will gradually change until it reaches the 
selected incline setting. 
5.   Follow your progress with the displays.
   When you select the 
manual mode, a track 
representing 1/4 mile 
(400 m) will appear in 
the matrix. As you walk 
or run on the treadmill, 
the indicators around the track will appear in suc-
cession until the entire track appears. The track will 
then disappear and the indicators will again begin 
to appear in succession.
   The lower left display 
can show the elapsed 
time and the distance 
that you have walked 
or run during your 
workout. Each time you 
change the incline, the display will show the incline 
setting for a few seconds. Note: When a workout is 
selected, the display will show the time remaining 
in the workout instead of the elapsed time. 
    The lower right display 
can show the speed of 
the walking belt and the 
approximate number of 
calories that you have 
burned during your 
workout. The display will also show your heart rate 
when you use the handgrip heart rate monitor (see 
step 6). 
   The upper display can 
show the elapsed time, 
the distance that you 
have walked or run, the 
approximate number 
of calories you have 
burned, or the speed of the walking belt. Press the 
Priority Display button repeatedly until the upper 
display shows the information that you are most 
interested in viewing. Note: While information is 
shown in the upper display, the same information 
will not be shown in the lower left or lower right  
display.
   To reset the displays, press the Stop button, re-
move the key, and then reinsert the key.
6. Measure your heart rate if desired.
   Before using the 
handgrip heart 
rate monitor, re-
move the sheets 
of plastic from the 
metal contacts. 
In addition, make 
sure that your 
hands are clean. 
   To measure your heart rate, stand on the foot 
rails and place your hands on the metal contacts—
avoid moving your hands. When your pulse is 
detected, your heart rate will be shown. For the 
most accurate heart rate reading, continue to 
hold the contacts for about 15 seconds.
7.    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 set-
ting when you fold the treadmill to the storage 
position, or you may damage the treadmill. 
Next, remove the key from the console and put it in 
a secure place. 
		
When	you	are	finished	using	the	treadmill,	press	
the power switch into the off position and unplug 
the power cord. IMPORTANT: If you do not do 
this, the treadmill’s electrical components may 
wear prematurely. 
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HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT
1.   
Insert the key into the console. 
  
   See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 15. 
2.    Select a preset workout.
   To  select a preset work-
out, press either the 
Calorie Workouts or the 
Timed Workouts but-
ton repeatedly. When 
you select a calorie 
workout, the maximum incline and the approximate 
amount	of	calories	that	you	will	burn	will	flash	in	
the displays for a few seconds; then the display will 
show	how	long	the	workout	will	last.	 A	profile	of	the	
speed settings of the workout will scroll across the 
matrix. If you select a timed workout, the maximum 
speed	settings	of	the	workout	will	flash	in	the	lower	
right display instead of the approximate amount of 
calories that you will burn. 
3.  Start the walking belt.
  Press the Start button or the Speed increase but-
ton to start the workout. A moment after you press 
the button, the treadmill will automatically adjust to 
the	first	speed	and	incline	settings	for	the	workout.	
Hold the handrails and begin walking.  
  Each workout is divided into one-minute segments. 
One speed setting and one incline setting are 
programmed for each segment. Note: The same 
speed and incline settings may be programmed for 
consecutive segments.
   During the workout, the 
profile	will	show	your 	
progress.	The	flashing 	
segment	of	the	profile	
represents the current 
segment of the workout. 
The	height	of	the	flash-
ing 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	and/or	incline	setting	is 	
programmed for the next segment, the speed and/
or	incline	setting	will	flash	in	the	display	to	alert	
you. The treadmill will then automatically adjust to 
the speed and incline settings for the next segment.
    The workout 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; however, when the current segment of 
the workout ends, the treadmill will automati-
cally adjust to the speed and incline settings 
for the next segment.
   To stop the workout at any time, press the Stop 
button. To restart the workout, 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 workout begins, the treadmill will auto-
matically adjust to the speed and incline settings 
for that segment.
4.   Follow your progress with the displays. 
 See step 5 on page 16.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
 See step 6 on page 16. 
6.    When you are finished exercising, remove the 
key from the console. 
 See step 7 on page 16.
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THE INFORMATION MODE
The console features an information mode that keeps 
track of treadmill usage information and allows you to 
select a unit of measurement for the console. You can 
also turn on and turn off the display demo mode.
To select the information mode, insert the key into the 
console while holding down the Stop button. Then, 
release the Stop button. When the information mode is 
selected, the following information will be shown: 
The upper display will 
show the total number of 
hours that the treadmill has 
been used.
   
The lower left display will show the total number of 
miles or kilometers that the walking belt has moved. 
An “E” for English miles or an “M” for metric kilometers 
will appear in the lower right display. Press the Speed 
increase button to change the unit of measurement, if 
desired. 
The console features a display demo mode, designed 
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, press the 
power switch into the reset position, and insert the 
key into the console. However, when you remove 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 lower right display while the informa-
tion 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 
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HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL
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 below. CAUTION: Do not hold the 
frame by the plastic foot rails. Bend your legs 
and keep your back straight.
2.   Hold  the frame	firmly	with	your	right	hand.	Pull	the	
latch knob to the left and hold it. Raise the frame 
until the hole in the platform cushion is aligned with 
the latch pin. Then, slowly release the latch knob; 
make sure that the latch pin is fully inserted 
into the platform cushion. 
   To	protect	the	floor	or	carpet,	place	a	mat	under	the 	
treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight. 
Do not leave the treadmill in the storage position in 
temperatures above 85° F (30° C).
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL 
 
Before moving the treadmill, fold it as described at the 
left. CAUTION: Make sure that the latch pin is fully 
inserted into the platform cushion. Moving the 
treadmill may require two people.
1.    Hold the frame and one of the handrails, and place 
one foot against a wheel. 
2.     Pull back on the handrail until the treadmill will roll 
on the wheels, and carefully move it to the desired 
location. CAUTION: Do not move the treadmill 
without tipping it back, do not pull on the frame, 
and do not move the treadmill over an uneven 
surface.
3.     Place one foot against a wheel, and carefully lower 
the treadmill.
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE
1.  See drawing 2. Hold the upper end of the treadmill 
with your right hand. Pull the latch knob to the left 
and hold it. Next, lower the frame until it is past 
the latch pin. Make sure that the pin does not hit 
against the foot rail. Then, release the latch knob.
2.  See drawing 1 at the left. Hold the metal frame 
firmly	with	both	hands,	and	lower	it	to	the	floor. 	
CAUTION: Do not hold the frame by the plastic 
foot rails, and do not drop the frame. Bend your 
legs and keep your back straight. 
 
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL 
Frame
1
1
Handrail
Frame
Wheel
2
Latch
Knob  Engaged
Platform Cushion
Latch Pin 
						

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Most treadmill problems can be solved by following 
the simple steps below. Find the symptom that 
applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assis-
tance is needed, see the front cover of this manual. 
SYMPTOM: The power does not turn on
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 
13). Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that 
meets	all	of	the	specifications	described	on	page 	
13. IMPORTANT: The treadmill is not compat-
ible with GFCI-equipped outlets and may not be 
compatible with AFCI-equipped outlets.
b.  After the power cord has been plugged in, make 
sure that the key is inserted into the console. 
c.   Check the power switch located on the treadmill 
frame near the power cord. If the switch protrudes 
as shown, the switch has tripped. To reset the 
power	switch,	wait	for	five	minutes	and	then	press	
the switch back in. 
SYMPTOM: The power turns off during use
a.   Check the power switch (see the drawing above). 
If	the	switch	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, and then        
reinsert it.
d.   If the treadmill still will not run, please see the front 
cover of this manual.
SYMPTOM: The console displays remain lit when 
you remove the key from the console
a.     The console features a display demo mode, de-
signed 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 18 to turn off the 
demo mode.
SYMPTOM: The displays of the console do not 
function properly
a.     Remove the key from the console and UNPLUG 
THE POWER CORD. Next,	remove	the	five	indi-
cated #8 x 3/4" Screws (4).
  Carefully lift the Motor Hood (48) upward, and then 
slide it forward and off. Make sure that the Motor 
Hood does not get caught by the tabs on the sides 
of the Motor Hood.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ResetTripped
c
44
a
48
4