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Bowflex 7 Series User Manual

Bowflex 7 Series
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Bowflex
®
3, 5 & 7 Series
Treadmills
Owner's Manual
P/N: 18571 Rev E (07/01/2007)

Questions and Answers:

Bowflex 7 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Motor3.0 HP
Incline Range0% - 12%
Running Surface20" x 60"
User Capacity400 lbs
FoldingYes
BluetoothYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
Heart Rate MonitoringContact and Bluetooth

Summary

Preface and Recycling

Preface

Welcomes users and outlines the manual's purpose and benefits of the treadmill.

Recycling

Provides guidance on proper product disposal and recycling procedures.

Important Safety Precautions

Grounding Instructions

Explains the importance and method of grounding the treadmill for electrical safety.

Safety Warning Labels

Locates and describes the meaning of all safety warning labels on the treadmill.

Stop Procedures

Covers methods for safely stopping the treadmill operation.

Using Your Bowflex® Treadmill

Getting Started

Initial steps for using the treadmill, including getting on and starting.

Going Forward

Advice on workout progression, speed, and duration for building fitness.

Exercise Frequency

Recommendations for exercise frequency and duration for optimal results.

Suggested Workouts

Examples of structured workout routines to follow for different fitness goals.

Workout Tips and Preparation

The Calorie Burner

A specific high-intensity workout designed to maximize calorie burning.

What to Wear

Advice on appropriate attire and footwear for treadmill exercise.

Stretching Exercises

Recommended stretching exercises for warm-up and cool-down routines.

Using Your Heart Rate Monitor

Touch Heart Rate

How to use the console grips for pulse measurement during workouts.

How to Use Your Chest Strap

Steps for wearing and using a heart rate chest strap for accurate monitoring.

Operating Your Bowflex® Treadmill

Quick Start

Simple steps to quickly begin a workout session on the treadmill.

To Stop

Procedures for safely stopping the treadmill belt and powering off.

P1 - Manual Mode

Operating the treadmill in manual control mode for customized workouts.

Treadmill Programs Overview

Programs P2-P6

Descriptions of cardio, running, fat burn, and interval pre-set programs.

Fitness Test Programs (P7/P8)

Details on speed and grade-controlled fitness tests to assess cardiovascular capacity.

Goal-Oriented Treadmill Programs

P9 - Calorie Goal Program

Setting and executing a workout program with a specific calorie target.

P10 - Distance Goal Program

Setting and executing a workout program with a specific distance target.

Advanced Treadmill Programs

P11 - Fat Burn Heart Rate Control

Heart rate program designed to optimize fat burning during workouts.

Custom User Programs (P12/P13)

Creating personalized workout routines by defining custom programs.

Series 7 Treadmill Programs

P7 - 5K Run Program

A structured 5K running workout program for the 7 Series treadmill.

Heart Strength Fitness Tests (P8/P9)

Fitness tests measuring cardiovascular capacity based on heart rate and workload.

Heart Rate Control Programs

P12 - Fat Burn Heart Rate Control

Heart rate program designed to optimize fat burning during workouts.

P13 - Cardio Heart Rate Control

Heart rate program for cardiovascular training and improvement.

Health and Calculation Programs

P14 - BMI Calculation

Calculates Body Mass Index based on user's height and weight.

User Defined Programs (P15/P16)

Creating personalized workout routines by defining custom programs.

Treadmill Keys and Features

Key Functions

Describes the function of various keypads like Enter/Cool down, Speed, and Incline.

Fan Operation

Instructions for turning on and adjusting the speed of the treadmill's fan.

Treadmill Console Features

Bowflex® 7 Series Console

Details the features and layout of the 7 Series model's console display.

Bowflex® 5 Series Console

Details the features and layout of the 5 Series model's console display.

Understanding Display Metrics

Time and Pace

Definitions for time, segment time, and pace displays on the console.

Speed, Distance, and Calories

Definitions for speed, distance, calories, and calories per hour displays.

Workout Performance Metrics

Odometer and Elevation Gain

Definitions for total treadmill miles and elevation gain during workouts.

Heart Rate and Incline Metrics

Definitions for average/maximum heart rate and average incline readings.

Total Odometer and Hours

How to view total accumulated distance and operating hours on the treadmill.

Folding and Transporting

Folding the Treadmill

Steps to securely fold the treadmill deck into its storage position.

Transporting the Treadmill

Guidelines for safely moving the folded treadmill using its wheels.

Unfolding the Treadmill

Steps to safely lower the treadmill deck from its folded position.

Treadmill Care and Maintenance

Metric Conversion

How to switch between US customary and metric units on the console.

Calibration Procedure

Steps to calibrate the treadmill for accurate performance readings.

Lubricate Belt Message

Notification system for when the treadmill belt requires lubrication.

Treadmill Maintenance

Walking Belt Tension

How to adjust and check the walking belt tension for optimal performance.

Walking Belt Centering

How to adjust the walking belt to keep it properly centered on the rollers.

Cleaning and Motor Access

General Cleaning

Tips for keeping the treadmill clean to prolong its life and improve performance.

Removing the Motor Cover

Steps for safely removing the motor cover for periodic cleaning.

Walking Belt and Deck Lubrication

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Problems and Solutions

Table of common issues like non-starting, inaccurate readings, and belt slippage.

Locating the Circuit Breaker

Guidance on finding the treadmill's circuit breaker for reset.

Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage

Specifies coverage periods for frame, motor, parts, and electronics.

Warranty Limitations

Outlines conditions and exclusions not covered by the product warranty.

Warranty Service Procedures

Service Procedures

How Nautilus handles repairs, replacements, and reimbursements for warranty service.

Contacting Nautilus

Information on how to reach Nautilus for warranty service and support.

Important Contact Numbers

US Offices

Contact information for Nautilus customer support and innovation centers in the US.

International Offices

Contact information for Nautilus customer support and business offices worldwide.

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