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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
pation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor
must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and
15 amps. To purchase a surge suppressor,
see your local HealthRider dealer or call 1-800-
999-3756 and order part number 146148.
2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
manual.
12. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with
eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place
the treadmill on any surface that blocks air
openings. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
13. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread-
mill is not working properly.)
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds.
16. Using hand weights and not holding the
handrails may compromise your ability to
maintain your balance. Exercises using hand
weights should be attempted only by experi-
enced users.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended
for both men and women. Always wear ath-
letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
17. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.
18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord and move the on/off switch to
the off position when the treadmill is not in
use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca-
tion of the on/off switch.)
10. When connecting the power cord (see page
7), plug the power cord into a surge suppres-
sor (not included) and plug the surge sup-
pressor into a grounded circuit capable of
carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance
should be on the same circuit.
19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 21.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20
kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge
suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor
must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of
400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissi-
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20. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
24. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
regularly.
21. When using iFIT.com CD’s and videos, an
electronic “chirping” sound will alert you
when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill
is about to change. Always listen for the
“chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in-
cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per-
sonal trainer describes the change.
25. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening.
26.
DANGER:
Always unplug the power
cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the
maintenance and adjustment procedures de-
scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized ser-
vice representative only.
22. When using iFIT.com CD’s and videos, you
can manually override the speed and incline
settings at any time by pressing the speed
and incline buttons. However, when the next
“chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will
change to the next settings of the CD or
video program.
27. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
23. Always remove iFIT.com CD’s and videos
from your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.
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 below have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible,
please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756 to order a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The large decal is shown at 38% of actual size.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for purchasing the Softstrider S300i™
treadmill by HealthRider®. The S300i offers an impres-
sive array of features to help you achieve your fitness
goals in the convenience of your home. From the ad-
vanced console to the cushioned walking platform, the
S300i is designed to make each workout more effec-
tive and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising,
the S300i can be folded away, taking less than half the
floor space of conventional treadmills.
questions, 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 (ex-
cluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note
the product model number and serial number before
calling. The model number is HRTL05910. The serial
number can be found on a decal attached to the tread-
mill (see the front cover of this manual for the
location).
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the S300i treadmill. If you have additional
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Hand Weight Holder
Book Holder
Console
Chest Pulse Sensor Holder*
Water Bottle Holder†
Handgrip
Pulse Sensor
Handrail
Key/Clip
Latch Knob
RIGHT SIDE
On/Off
Switch
Walking Belt
Circuit
Breaker
Foot Rail
Power
Cord
Cushioned
BACK
Walking Platform
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
*For information about the optional chest pulse
sensor, see page 20.
†Water bottle is not included.
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Place the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until the treadmill is assembled. No tools are required.
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, the sides of the walking platform, or
the shipping carton. This does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt or
on the sides of the walking platform, 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 (103) until the Wheels (99) are resting on the
floor as shown.
103
99
2. Next, make sure that the Latch Knob Sleeve (68) is fully
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inserted into the left Upright (103).
Remove the Latch Knob (67) from the Latch Pin (72).
Make sure that the Latch Pin Collar (70) and the Spring
(69) are on the Latch Pin. (Note: If there are two Latch Pin
Collars, place one on each side of the Spring.) Insert the
Latch Pin into the left Upright (103) and tighten the Latch
Knob onto it.
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69
70
67
72
68
3. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Place a mat beneath the treadmill
to protect the floor or carpet. For your benefit, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the
TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE section on pages 22 and 23.
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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
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
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walking belt or the walking plat-
form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking
belt and cause excessive wear.
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HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
Grounded Outlet Box
Surge Suppressor
Grounding Pin
DANGER:
Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service-
man if you are in doubt as to whether the
product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product—if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
Grounding Pin
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Plug
installed by a qualified electrician.
2
Grounded Outlet Box
Adapter
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other appliances
being turned on or off. To decrease the possibility of
your treadmill being damaged, always use a surge
suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at
the right).
Surge Suppressor
Lug
Metal Screw
To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local
HealthRider dealer or call toll-free 1-800-999-3756
and order part number 146148. Use only a single-
outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a
transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge
suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating
of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of
450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically
rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
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
by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec-
trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,
and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCI-equipped outlets.
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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
provides added motivation. Each CD features two pro-
grams designed by certified personal trainers.
The treadmill console offers an impressive selection of
features to help you get the most from your exercise.
In addition, you can connect the treadmill to your VCR
and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (one video-
cassette is included). Video programs offer the same
benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but add the excite-
ment of working out with a class and an instructor—the
hottest new trend at health clubs.
When the console is in the manual mode, the speed
and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a
touch of a button. As you exercise, the four displays
will show your workout time, the number of calories
you have burned, the distance you have walked, the
incline level of the treadmill, and the speed of the walk-
ing belt. The console will also show your heart rate
when the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest
pulse sensor is used.
With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
and access basic programs that interactively control
the speed and incline of your treadmill to help you
achieve your specific exercise goals. Or, use iFIT.com
audio and video programs directly from our internet
The console also offers four preset workout programs.
Each program automatically controls the speed and in-
cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec-
tive workout. If you purchase the optional chest pulse
sensor, the console’s two pulse programs can also be
used. Each program controls the speed and incline of
the treadmill to keep your heart rate within a preset
range during your workouts.
By adding an optional upgrade module to the treadmill,
you can use virtually endless features from our internet
features. To purchase iFIT.com CD’s, iFIT.com
videocassettes, or an optional upgrade module, call
toll-free 1-800-690-4990. For information about the
optional chest pulse sensor, see page 20.
The console also features advanced iFIT.com technol-
ogy. IFIT.com technology is like having a personal
trainer right in your home. Using the included audio
cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home
stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play special
iFIT.com CD programs (one CD is included). IFIT.com
CD programs automatically control the speed and in-
cline of the treadmill as a personal trainer guides you
through every step of your workout. High-energy music
To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 10. To use a preset program,
see page 12. To use a pulse program, see page 13.
To use iFIT.com CD or video programs, see page
17. To use iFIT.com programs directly from our in-
ternet site, see page 19.
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