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General| Brand | True Fitness |
|---|---|
| Model | 550ZTX |
| Category | Treadmill |
| Language | English |
Explains the differences between the three models of the 550 ZTX treadmill, detailing features specific to each.
Highlights the unique and useful features of the 550 ZTX treadmill that enhance convenience, comfort, and performance.
Provides guidance on navigating the manual and locating information on related topics, including appendices.
Details the common console layout and button functions applicable to all 550 ZTX treadmill models.
Describes the console features specific to the Cardiointeractive (CI) model, including its matrix display and message center.
Outlines the console features of the Heart Rate Control (HRC) model, focusing on its display and program selection keys.
Explains the console layout and functionality for the Programmed (P) model, including its display and express keys.
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to safely start the treadmill, including safety key placement and initial setup.
Details how to adjust the treadmill's speed and incline using the console keys or numeric entry for precise control.
Covers procedures for safely stopping the treadmill and the importance of setting user weight for accurate calorie calculations.
Explains the formulas and assumptions used by the treadmill to estimate calorie expenditure during workouts.
Describes how to monitor heart rate using the transmitter strap and its benefits for training and HRC workouts.
Explains how to interpret the heart rate signal and display on the treadmill console during workouts.
Details the adjustable deck softness feature, its benefits, and how to adjust it on different models.
Guides users through setting up a workout, including quick start, manual control, and cool-down procedures.
Explains how to select and adjust pre-set workout programs, including level, time, and pausing/stopping.
Provides instructions on how to modify workout parameters like level, time, and distance during an active session.
Details the profiles of various pre-set workouts, including speed and incline ranges for each level.
Introduces True's Heart Rate Control (HRC) workout, explaining its safety and comfort benefits and setup.
Details various HRC workout types like Time-based, Distance-based, Interval, and Cruise Control, along with setup steps.
Explains HRC workout phases (warm-up, control, cool-down) and how the treadmill remembers user setups.
Provides in-depth information on how Interval HRC works, including rest intervals and workload adjustments.
Covers essential considerations for using HRC, such as strap placement, interference, breathing, and power requirements.
Details safety aspects of HRC, including potential interference from multiple transmitters and automatic shut-off features.
Guides users on recording custom workouts and saving them as User Programs for later playback.
Explains the F.I.T. concept (Frequency, Intensity, Time) as a framework for designing effective exercise programs.
Expands on F.I.T. by discussing intensity progression, METs, and time duration for aerobic training.
Provides guidance on tailoring a program to individual needs, calculating maximum heart rate, and target zones.
Offers advice on starting an exercise program, including warm-up techniques and monitoring heart rate recovery.
Details how to progress from initial fitness levels to sustained aerobic conditioning and weight management.
Provides recommendations for exercise frequency, intensity, and duration for weight management and sports performance.
Outlines routine procedures for lubricating the treadbelt and cleaning the treadmill surfaces for longevity.
Explains how to adjust the treadbelt alignment to keep it centered on the treadmill deck.
Details how to adjust the treadbelt tension to ensure optimal performance and prevent slipping.
Lists common symptoms, their causes, and solutions for issues encountered with the treadmill's operation.
Explains various error codes displayed by the treadmill and the steps for clearing them, often requiring technician service.
Describes service messages like S1:LUBE, S2:CLEAN, and S3:MOTOR, indicating maintenance needs.
Presents essential safety precautions and warnings for operating the treadmill to prevent injury and ensure proper use.
Offers a chart to assist users in determining an appropriate target heart rate based on age and desired training intensity.
Provides a table illustrating how variations in speed and incline impact workload, measured in METs.
Explains the definition of METs and presents the metabolic formulas used for calculating energy expenditure.
Lists the key physical dimensions, capabilities, and performance specifications of the 550ZTX treadmill.
Details the credits for the document's creation, including writing, design, and photography, along with typesetting specifications.
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