Levity F2 Dual - Treadmills BH FITNESS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Levity F2 Dual BH FITNESS

Carefully read through the instructions contained in this manual. It provides you with important information about safety, use and maintenance of the treadmill.

You should always observe certain safety precautions when using this unit, including the following:

1 This unit has been designed for home use only.
2 Your unit can only be used by one person at a time. It can only be used by people who weigh 115 kg or less.
3 Place your unit on a flat surface, with at least 2 metres of free space at the rear and 0.5m around. Do not place your unit on any surface that might block a ventilation opening. Place a protective sheet below your unit to protect the floor or carpet from possible damage.
4 Your unit is equipped with a safety key. The safety key must be inserted into its housing, otherwise the machine will not operate. When you are using the machine always clip the cord on the safety key to your clothing. Remove the safety key whenever the machine is not being used and keep it safe from children and others.
5 Make sure that the treadmill unit operates correctly before attempting to use it. Never use an appliance that might be faulty.
6 The owner is responsible for ensuring that anyone who uses the machine is duly informed about all of the necessary precautions.
7 Parents and/or those responsible for children must always be aware of their

curious nature and how this can often lead to hazardous situations and behaviour which could cause accidents. This is why they should always be supervised. Under no circumstances should this appliance be used as a toy.

8 Do not allow children or the disabled to use the appliance without the strict supervision of a qualified person.
9 In the event of any emergency, place your feet on the side rails and hold onto the handrail until the unit stops.
10 Use the handrail to help you get on and off the treadmill and when changing the speed. Do not jump onto the belt while it is moving.
11 Keep your hands well away from any of the moving parts. Do not place your hands, feet or any other object below the treadmill belt.
12 Do not stand still on the belt while it is moving.
13 Use suitable clothing and footwear. Make sure that all laces/cords are tied correctly. To avoid injury and unnecessary wear on the belt, make sure that your footwear is not dirty.
14 Do not use the machine outdoors.
15 It is not advisable to keep your unit in a damp place for long periods as it will be prone to rust.
16 Make sure not to overlubricate the unit as this might stain the floor or carpeting where the unit stands.
17 Never use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.-

This product must have an earth connection. In the event that the appliance malfunctions then the earth connection will redirect the electrical current away from the machine and reduce the risk of an electrical shock. This product is supplied with a mains cable that has an earth wire and a plug with an earth pin. The plug must only be used with an appropriate wall socket, installed correctly and connected to earth, in accordance with local regulations.

DANGER! If the equipment is not earthed correctly then there is a risk of electrical shock. If in doubt, get an electrician or technical specialist to check that the earth connection is correct. Do not modify the plug supplied with the equipment, if it does not fit the wall socket then get an electrician to install an electrical socket that does.

This product must only be used on a 220-240 volt circuit, with an earthed socket similar to that shown in Fig. A. Make sure that the appliance is only connected to a wall socket with the same pin layout as the plug. Do not use an adaptor with this appliance.

Always observe the following recommendations when using electrical appliances:

1 Make sure that the mains supply voltage matches that of the machine before plugging it in. The supply voltage must be the same as that stated on the characteristics plate and the holes in wall socket must match the pins for plug on the machine.
2 To reduce the risk of electrical shock, first put the switch to the "0" position and then unplug it from the wall socket. Always unplug the unit immediately after use and before proceeding to clean it.
3 Make sure that the treadmill is switched off and unplugged before beginning any type of maintenance or assembly work on it.
4 Do not unplug the treadmill by tugging on the mains cable.
5 Do not use the machine if the mains cable becomes damaged or worn.
6 Keep the mains cable away from hot surfaces.

SAFETY BREAKER.-

This model is equipped with an electronic circuit breaker to protect both the electronic and electrical circuits.

This safety device will be automatically triggered if the unit is subjected to abnormal force or heat.

Should this occur:

1.- Set switch (L), located on the casing, to the "0" (OFF) position Fig.B.
2.- Press the circuit button (C) to reset the unit.
3.- Next, set switch (L) to the "I" (ON) position and the unit will be ready for use again.

Should the circuit breaker trip repeatedly then the most probable causes are:

-Abnormal working conditions,
-Treadmill belt in need of lubricant,

-Solvent based lubricants used,

• Belt is too tight.

Plug the unit into a wall socket with an EARTH terminal. Set switch (L) to Position [1].

Fig.B

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.-

Take the unit out of the box and place it on the floor as shown in Fig.0.

The assistance of a second person is advisable for the assembly work.

Make sure that all of the pieces are there:

(2) Main structure; (4) side bar (left);

(5) Side bar (right); (15) Allen screw M8x25; (24) Self-tapping screw 5x8;

(37) Monitor; (38) Side bar base cover (Left); (39) Side bar base cover

(Right); (40) Safety key; Allen key 5mm; (124) Allen key 6mm; (99) Bottle of lubricant.

Follow the instructions step by step to assemble:

1 First of all take the right side bar (5) connect terminals (77) (78) Fig.1, then insert the side bar (5) into the bottom right-hand support on the structure and use screws (15).

2 Now take the left side bar (4) and insert it into the bottom left-hand support on the structure and use screws (15) to secure it.

3 At least two people are needed for this step. When fitting the side bars, one

person should hold the side bar while the other one fits the screws (15). This will prevent any possible accidents.

4 Position the left and right base covers (38) and (39) in the direction of the arrow facing the corresponding side bar, as shown in Fig.2.

FITTING THE MONITOR:

5 Connect the control cable terminal (B) Fig.3, coming out of the monitor, to the control cable (77), sticking up from the right-hand side bar (5), and insert screws (15), making sure not to pinch the cables, and screw in until hand tight.

Note:

Make sure that the cables do not become caught up when the unit is folded. Tighten the 4 screws (15) fully.

6 Position the left and right base covers (38) and (39) in the direction of the arrow facing the corresponding side bar, as shown in Fig.4 and attach them by using screws (24), as shown in Fig.4.

FOLDING YOUR UNIT.-

This treadmill is equipped with a folding mechanism for storage purposes. To use it, stop the treadmill, lower the elevation level to minimum, unplug the mains cable and lift the unit until you hear lever (55) click into place, Fig.5. Store your unit in a dry place, preferably not subject to changes in temperature.

UNFOLDING YOUR UNIT.-

If you wish to use the treadmill, do the reverse procedure. Use your to press lever (55) in the direction of the arrow as shown in Fig.5 and slowly lower the treadmill belt down to the floor.

When folding or unfolding the treadmill make sure that there are no children about or obstacles that might hinder the folding motion.

MOVEMENT & STORAGE.-

The unit is equipped with wheels (50), Fig.6 to make it easier to move. Make sure that the mains cable is unplugged from the wall socket.

If you wish to move the treadmill, the first thing to do is to fold it up, place your hands on the handrails (G & H) and tilt the treadmill, Fig.6, so that the wheels (50) rest on the floor.

To prevent accidents DO NOT move the treadmill across uneven floors.

MAINTENANCE.-

Use the bottle of lubricant (99) to lubricate the inside of the belt in order to keep your unit in top condition and to ensure that friction between the belt and the board Fig.7 is kept to a minimum (due to different running styles, always apply more lubrication to the area where you place your feet during the exercise).

It is advisable to lubricate the base of the belt between the board and the band depending on how often it is used.

		Hours per week
		<=7	>7
Speed(km/h)	<6	1 month	1 month
	>6	2 months	1 month
Note: This preventive maintenance schedule is only meant for home use. In aggressive environments, w ith high dispersion of particles or with heavy weight people, lubrication frequency should be increased accordingly.

If the belt starts to slip after lubrication, then check the tension of the belt. To tension the belt, take the 6mm Allen key and with the machine set to 4km / h turn screws (R & L) one turn in a clockwise direction.

CAUTION: Using lubricant not supplied by BH or lack of lubrication leads to loss of warranty.

If your unit is not seated evenly on the four contact points, this may cause the belt (X) to shift sideways. Rigorous quality control adjusts and checks the running belt. However, due to weight differences and individual styles of running, the belt may be prone to shift sideways.

If the belt does shift to the left or right, stop the machine.

BELT OFFSET TO THE RIGHT.-

This procedure is very important. Follow these steps. In order to adjust the belt, set the unit in motion at a speed of 4km / h . If the belt has moved to the right, turn screw (R) on the right-hand side of the machine a 1/4 turn clockwise. Note the position of the belt, if after one minute the belt is not completely centred then repeat the operation. If you see that the belt has moved too far over to the left then turn the right screw back slightly in an anticlockwise direction. Fig.8.

As soon as you have adjusted the belt you can begin exercising again.

In the event that the belt has moved to the left, turn screw (L) on the left-hand side of the machine a 1/4 turn clockwise.

Note the position of the belt, if after one minute the belt is not completely centred then repeat the operation. If you see that the belt has moved too far over to the right then turn the left screw back slightly in an anticlockwise direction. Fig.8.

Important: Overtightening of the belt can lead to a loss of speed on the machine and even stretch the belt itself. Bear In mind that one turn of the right screw (R) in a clockwise direction has the same effect on the position of the belt as one turn of the left screw (L) in an anticlockwise direction. Consequently, in the event of excessive belt movement you can use either of the two screws in order to avoid overtightening the belt.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.-FITNESS.

Being fit means living life to the full. Modern society suffers greatly from stress. There are too many calories and too much fat in our diet. All doctors agree that regular exercise is a good way to control our weight, make us fitter and help us to relax.

ADVANTAGES OF EXERCISE.-

Regular exercise below a certain level for 15/20 minutes becomes aerobic. Aerobic exercise is basically exercise that uses oxygen. Normally, this is a continuous exercise without pauses. In addition to sugars and fats, the body also needs oxygen. Regular exercise improves the body's ability to supply oxygen to all of the muscles and at the same time improve lung function, the heart's pumping capacity and better blood circulation. In short,

the energy produced during exercise burns kilocalories (known as calories).

EXERCISE & WEIGHT CONTROL.-

The food we eat is transformed into, among other things, energy (calories) for our body. If we take in more calories than we burn then the result is an increase in weight and vice versa, if we burn more calories than we eat, we lose weight. When resting the body burns around 70 calories per hour to keep our vital functions active.

The body's work rate is reflected by the rate of the heart beat (pulsations) which increases as the work rate increases. The effort in your treadmill depends on the speed. If you increase the speed, the work rate and the heart rate increase too. If the work rate maintains constant, the heart rate increases up to a point where no matter how much work increases the heart does not beat any faster. This is known as the maximum heart rate and it decreases with age.

A familiar formula for calculating this maximum heart rate, where exhaustion sets in, is 22 minus age.

Exercising should be carried out at between 65% to 85% of the maximum heart rate for 15-20 mins and it is recommended that is should not exceed 85% .

Example: 50 years old 220 - 50 = 170 puls

Heart rate	Pulsations
Maximum	170
85%	144	Aerobic zone
75%	127
65%	112

EXERCISE PROGRAM.-

Before starting any exercise program, bearing in mind that exercise programs vary depending on age and physical condition, it is advisable to consult your doctor given that you will achieve better results based on his/her advice or suggestions. Regardless of whether your goal is to become fitter, control your weight or for physiotherapy, always remember that your exercise should be gradual, planned, varied and not too demanding. We recommend that you should exercise 3 to 5 times per week. Before beginning a session it is important to do a warm-up for 2-3 minutes at low speed. This will help protect your muscles and prepare your cardiorespiratory system.

The next stage will last 15-20 minutes at a pulse rate of between 65 to 75% , or between 75 to 85% for those already accustomed to exercise. At a later stage, once we have become fitter, we can divide this time between both levels but always remembering that the pulse rate must not exceed 85% (aerobic area) and never reach the maximum heart rate limit that corresponds to our age.

We you have finished, it is important to relax the muscles. This can be done by walking at a low speed for 2-3 minutes until the heart rate drops below the 65% line. This will prevent muscle pain, especially after an intense session. It is also advisable to finish the program with some relaxation exercises on the floor.

FINAL NOTE.

We hope that you enjoy your unit. You will soon notice the benefits of your controlled exercise program, you will feel better, have more energy and suffer less stress. You will see for yourself that it is worth staying in shape.

Switch the unit off and unplug the mains cable.

Use a damp cloth or towel to clean the dust off the treadmill, especially the side bars and the electronic console. Do not use solvents.

Use a vacuum cleaner to carefully vacuum around the visible components (belt, structure, etc.).

You can also vacuum the underside of the unit by resting it on one of its sides. Similarly, you can vacuum the inside of the motor housing by removing the cover that protects the motor (be careful with the wires).

ATTENTION:

Periodically check that all of the fastening elements are duly tightened and connected correctly.

Check and tighten all the parts on your unit every three months.

Use of this machine with worn parts, e.g. the drive belt, running belt or rollers, may cause theuser injury.

We recommend that your use of original BH spare parts to replace any worn components. The use of other spare parts may cause injuries or affect the performance of the machine.

When in doubt about any parts on the machine, do not hesitate to get in touch with the Technical Assistance Service

by phoning customer services (see last page in manual).

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SYMBOLS

Warning

Keep hands clear when lifting

Risk of entrapment when in motion

Stand on the side rails when getting on or off the machine

Child access not permitted

Keep hands well clear

Use suitable footwear

Do not ingest

LOCATION.-

FAULT FINDING CHART

PROBLEM CHECKS SOLUTIONS
.The monitor does not switch on.	1) Make sure that the machine is plugged in, the ON/OFF switch in position 1 and that the safety key is inserted.	1) Plug the machine into the mains supply. Set the switch to position 1 and insert the safety key.
The monitor switches on but the motor fails to start.	2) Check that the current limiter is pressed in.	2) Switch the machine off and press the circuit breaker in. Lubricate the treadmill band.
Walking motion is jerky on the treadmill.	3.a) Check that the belt is lubricated. 3.b) Check the tension on the sliding belt. 3.c) Check the tension on the drive belt.	3.a) Lubricate the sliding belt. 3.b) Adjust the belt tension. 3.c) Adjust the drive belt tension.
The machine stops (the breaker trips).	4) Check that the band is lubricated.	4) Reset the overload button with the On /Off switch at „0“ and lubricate the treadmill band.
Electrical shocks through the handrail.	5) Check that the machine is plugged into an earthed mains socket.	5) Plug the machine into an earthed mains socket.
The treadmill belt skews off centre.	6.a) Check that the machine is level on the floor. 6.b) Check that the machine does not wobble.

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