ProForm Xp 580 Crosstrainer Treadmill User Manual - Page 18

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE 1 Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If you do not do this, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. 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 treadmill with your hands in the location shown by the arrow at the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the frame, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back. 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 2 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 securely held by the latch pin. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, 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). Catch Engaged Latch Knob Latch Pin 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 treadmill until it is resting in the storage position. Handrails Wheels Base HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. See drawing 2 above. 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. See drawing 1 above. Hold the frame firmly with both hands, and lower it to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. 18