Sears Home Gym 831285780 User Guide

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Model No. 831.285780  
Serial No.  
Write the serial number in the space  
above for future reference.  
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Number  
Decal  
CAUTION  
Read all precautions and instruc-  
tions in this manual before using  
this equipment. Keep this  
manual for future reference.  
USER'S MANUAL  
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179  
 
BEFORE YOU BEGIN  
Thank you for selecting the new IMAGE¨ 7.0 stepper.  
Stepping is one of the most effective exercises known  
for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building  
endurance, and toning the entire body. The IMAGE¨  
7.0 stepper blends advanced engineering with  
innovative styling to let you enjoy this invigorating  
exercise in the comfort and privacy of your own home.  
Feel better, look better, and be healthier in just a few  
minutes a day.  
1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m.  
until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). To help  
us assist you, please note the product model number  
and serial number before calling. The model number is  
831.285780. The serial number can be found on a  
decal attached to the stepper (see the front cover of this  
manual for the location).  
Before reading further, please review the drawing  
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are  
labeled.  
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before  
using the IMAGE¨ 7.0 stepper. If you have questions  
after reading the manual, call our toll-free HELPLINE at  
Remote Control Holder  
Console  
Water Bottle Holder  
(Water Bottle is  
not included)  
Handlebars  
Side Shield  
Pedals  
FRONT  
Wheels  
Stabilizer  
RIGHT SIDE  
BACK  
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ASSEMBLY  
Assembly requires two people. Place all parts of the stepper in a cleared area and remove the packing materials.  
Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Read each step carefully before beginning.  
THE FOLLOWING TOOLS ARE REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY: The included allen wrench  
screwdriver , and a rubber mallet  
, a phillips  
.
1. Feed the end of the console wire harness down through the  
Upright (2). Attach the Console (50) to the Upright with four #8  
x 1/2Ó Screws (25). Be careful to avoid pinching the  
console wire harness.  
1
2
3
50  
2
25  
Console  
Wire Harness  
2. Remove the five indicated #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25) from the  
Right Side Shield (55). Remove the five corresponding #8 x  
1/2Ó Screws from the Left Side Shield (62). Do not remove  
the Side Shields.  
62  
55  
25  
25  
3. While another person holds the Upright (2), connect the  
console wire harness to the Lower Wire Harness (32). Refer to  
the inset drawing. If the Wire Harnesses do not fit together  
easily, turn themÑdo not force them together.  
2
20  
49  
20  
49  
Tip the Side Shields (55, 62) forward. If the three M10x 25mm  
Button Screws (49) and M10 Lock Washers (20) are in the  
Frame (1), remove them. Feed the Wire Harness (32) into the  
Frame, and slide the Upright (2) onto the Frame. Loosely  
thread the three M10 x 25mm Button Screws with M10 Lock  
Washers into the Upright and the Frame. After you have  
threaded all three Button Screws into the Upright and the  
Frame, firmly tighten them.  
Console  
Wire Harness  
55,62  
32  
1
Tip the Side Shields (55, 62) back and reattach them with the  
ten #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25) removed in step 2. Install the bottom  
Screws first.  
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4. Slide the Right Handlebar (10) onto the right side of the  
Upright (2). To keep the Handlebar from binding, slide both  
ends of the Handlebar on at the same time.  
4
25  
11  
2
57  
While another person pulls back the upper end of the Foam  
Handgrip (57), loosely thread two #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25) into  
the Right Handlebar and the Upright. If necessary, move the  
Right Handlebar slightly to align the holes in the Right  
Handlebar with the holes in the Upright. Next, pull back the  
lower end of the Foam Handgrip (57) and loosely thread two  
more #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25) into the Right Handlebar and the  
Upright. Tighten all four #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25).  
10  
25  
Attach the Left Handlebar (11) to the Upright (2) in the same  
manner.  
5. If there are rubber bands on the ends of the 5/8Ó x 15Ó Rod  
(43), remove them. Slide a Wheel (44) onto one end of the  
Rod. Attach the Wheel with an M6 x 20mm Button Screw (45)  
and a 3/8Ó Flat Washer (46).  
5
30  
46  
Attach a Wheel (44) to the other end of the 5/8Ó x 15Ó Rod (43)  
in the same manner.  
Plug the Power Cord (30) into the jack on the front of the  
stepper.  
43  
44  
45  
6. Make sure that all parts of the stepper are properly tightened. To protect the floor or carpet from damage,  
place a mat under the stepper.  
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HOW TO USE THE IMAGE¨ 7.0 STEPPER  
The stepper console offers a variety of features to help  
you get the most from your exercise. When the  
console is in the manual mode, the stepping speed  
can be changed with a touch of a button. As you  
exercise, four LED displays will provide continuous  
exercise feedback. The console also offers six workout  
programs. Each workout program is designed to  
change the stepping speed automatically as it guides  
you through an effective workout.  
number of repetitions you have completed, divided  
by 10. If the display shows 24, for example, you  
have completed 240 repetitions.  
5. REPS/MIN displayÑThis display shows your  
current stepping speed, in repetitions per minute.  
6. CALORIES displayÑThis display shows the total  
number of calories you have burned and the number  
of fat calories you have burned. The display will  
change from one number to the other every seven  
seconds. When the total number of calories is shown,  
the TOTAL indicator will light. When the number of fat  
calories is shown, the FAT indicator will light. (See  
page 9 for an explanation of fat calories.)  
DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE  
1. Program ProfilesÑThese profiles show how the  
stepping speed will change during the six workout  
programs. During program 5 (Weight Loss 1), for  
example, the stepping speed will gradually increase  
during the first half of the program, and then  
gradually decrease during the last half.  
7. MODE buttonÑThis button selects the MANUAL  
mode and the six workout programs.  
2. Mode IndicatorsÑThese indicators show which  
mode is selected (the manual mode or one of the  
six workout programs).  
8. START/PAUSE buttonÑThis button starts and  
pauses workout programs.  
9. REPS buttonÑThis button changes the stepping  
speed by increasing or decreasing the stepping  
resistance (see step 3 on page 7). Note: When the  
maximum speed setting is reached, the MAX  
indicator will light. When the minimum speed setting  
is reached, the MIN indicator will light.  
3. TIME displayÑWhen the manual mode is selected,  
this display will show the elapsed time. When a  
workout program is selected, this display shows the  
time remaining in the program.  
4. REP SETS displayÑThis display shows the total  
3
4
5
6
2
1
9
7
Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on  
the face of the console, remove it before using  
the console.  
8
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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE STEPPER  
upper arrow, the resistance will decrease and you  
will have to increase your stepping speed to  
prevent both pedals from sinking to the floor.  
Note: When the stepping speed reaches the  
fastest setting, the MAX indicator will light; when  
the stepping speed reaches the slowest setting,  
the MIN indicator will light.  
Place the stepper on a level surface and place a mat  
under the stepper. (The stepper features precision  
hydraulic cylinders. However, there is a possibility of  
slight oil leakage due to the nature of hydraulic cylin-  
ders.) Plug the power cord into a 120-volt outlet. All  
displays and indicators on the console will flash once;  
the displays and various indicators will then light and a  
tone will sound.  
If you press the START/PAUSE button, or if you  
stop exercising for five seconds or longer, a tone  
will sound, the console will pause, and the TIME  
display will begin to flash. To restart the console,  
press the START/PAUSE button or simply begin  
stepping.  
Hold the handlebars and step onto the pedals. Begin  
stepping, alternately depressing the right and left  
pedals with a smooth, continuous motion. Because the  
pedals move independently of each other, you must  
maintain a continuous motion or both pedals will sink  
to the floor. Change the height of your step or the  
stepping speed until you can comfortably maintain a  
continuous motion (see step 3 below).  
Follow your progress with the four displays.  
4
As you exercise,  
the four displays  
will provide  
As you step, you can exercise your upper leg muscles  
by keeping your feet flat on the pedals. To focus on  
your calf muscles, rise on your toes as you step. Stand  
erect or lean forward slightly as you exercise, always  
keeping your back straight in order to avoid injury.  
continuous  
feedback (see  
paragraphs 3, 4,  
5, and 6 on  
page 6).  
HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE  
Turn on the power.  
1
If you just plugged in the power cord or stepped  
onto the pedals, the power will already be on.  
The power can also be turned on by pressing any  
button on the console.  
Turn off the power.  
5
After the stepper pedals are not moved and the  
console buttons are not pressed for ten minutes,  
the power will turn off automatically.  
Select the manual mode.  
2
HOW TO USE THE WORKOUT PROGRAMS  
When the power  
is first turned on,  
the manual mode  
will automatically  
be selected and  
the manual mode  
indicator will light.  
Turn on the power.  
Indicator  
1
See step 1 at the left.  
Select one of the six workout programs.  
2
If a different mode is selected, press the MODE  
button repeatedly to select the manual mode.  
Press the MODE  
button repeatedly  
to select the  
Begin stepping and adjust the stepping speed.  
desired program.  
An indicator will  
light to show which  
program you have  
selected. Programs  
1, 2, and 3 are  
3
Begin stepping  
and adjust the  
stepping speed as  
desired with the  
REPS button.  
Each step must  
travel 5 inches or  
more vertically. If you press the lower arrow on  
the button, the resistance will increase and your  
stepping speed will decrease. If you press the  
twenty-minute  
programs;  
programs 4, 5, and  
6 are thirty-minute programs.  
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Start the program.  
Turn off the power.  
3
5
Press the START/PAUSE button and begin  
stepping. As you exercise, the stepping speed  
will periodically change as shown by the profiles  
on the left side of the console. Note: If the  
After the stepper pedals are not moved and the  
console buttons are not pressed for ten minutes,  
the power will turn off automatically.  
stepping speed is too fast or too slow, it can be  
adjusted with the REPS button. When the stepping  
speed reaches the fastest setting, the MAX indi-  
cator will light; when the stepping speed reaches  
the slowest setting, the MIN indicator will light.  
THE INFORMATION MODE  
The console features an  
information mode that  
keeps track of total  
stepper usage. To select  
the information mode,  
first unplug the power  
cord. Next, press the  
START/PAUSE button  
while another person  
plugs in the power cord.  
Continue pressing the  
To pause the program before the program is  
completed, press the START/PAUSE button. A  
tone will sound, the console will pause, and the  
TIME display will begin to flash. (Note: The  
program will also automatically pause if the  
pedals are not moved for five seconds.) To  
restart the program, press the START/PAUSE  
button or simply begin stepping.  
START/PAUSE button. All displays and indicators on  
the console will flash once. After a moment, the TIME  
The program will continue until no time remains in display will show the total number of hours that the  
the TIME display.  
stepper has been used. The REPS/MIN display will  
show the total number of repetitions completed,  
divided by 100. If the display shows 66, for example,  
6600 repetitions have been completed. (Note: If the  
number exceeds 999, the overflow will be shown in the  
CALORIES display.) To exit the information mode,  
press the START/PAUSE button again.  
Follow your progress with the four displays.  
4
During the program, the four displays will provide  
continuous feedback (see page 6).  
TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE  
Inspect and tighten all parts of the IMAGE¨ 7.0 stepper regularly. The stepper can be cleaned with a soft cloth  
and mild, non-abrasive detergent. Keep liquids away from the console.  
HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH  
For the console to display correct feedback the pedals must move  
at least 5 inches vertically with each step. If the console displays  
incorrect feedback, the Reed Switch (61) should be adjusted.  
First, refer to assembly step 2 on page 4 and remove the ten  
indicated screws from the Side Shields (55, 62). Next, carefully  
slide the Side Shields off the stepper.  
62  
55  
61  
Hold down the right pedal so that the Magnet (59) is even with the  
Reed Switch (61). Refer to the inset drawing. Loosen the  
indicated #8 x 1/2Ó Screw (25), slide the Reed Switch to the side  
slightly, and retighten the Screw. Make sure that the Magnet will  
not hit the Reed Switch when the Pedal is moved. Repeat until  
the console displays correct feedback.  
59  
61  
Carefully slide the Side Shields (55, 62) back onto the stepper and  
reattach them with the ten #8 x 1/2Ó Screws (25). Install the four  
bottom screws first.  
25  
59  
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CONDITIONING GUIDELINES  
The following guidelines will help you to plan your  
exercise program. Remember that a proper diet and  
adequate rest are essential for successful results.  
minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible  
carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first  
few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use  
stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat,  
adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart  
rate is near the low end of your training zone as you  
exercise. It may also be helpful to use workout program  
3, 5, or 6 on the console (see pages 6, 7, and 8).  
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.  
Aerobic Exercise  
If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular  
system, your exercise must be Òaerobic.Ó Aerobic  
exercise is activity that requires large amounts of  
oxygen for prolonged periods of time. This increases  
the demand on the heart to pump blood to the  
muscles, and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood. For  
aerobic exercise, adjust the intensity of your exercise  
until your heart rate is near the middle of your training  
zone. It may also be helpful to use workout program 1,  
2, or 4 on the console (see pages 6, 7, and 8).  
EXERCISE INTENSITY  
Whether your goal is to burn fat or strengthen your  
cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired  
results is to exercise with the proper intensity. The  
proper intensity level can be found by using your heart  
rate as a guide. For effective exercise, your heart rate  
should be maintained at a level between 70% and 85%  
of your maximum heart rate as you exercise. This is  
known as your training zone. You can find your training  
zone in the table below. Training zones are listed  
according to age and physical condition.  
HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HEART RATE  
To measure your  
heart rate, stop  
exercising and  
place two fingers  
on your wrist as  
shown. Take a six-  
UNCONDITIONED  
TRAINING ZONE  
(BEATS/MIN)  
CONDITIONED  
TRAINING ZONE  
(BEATS/MIN)  
AGE  
20  
25  
30  
35  
40  
45  
50  
55  
60  
65  
70  
75  
80  
85  
138-167  
136-166  
135-164  
134-162  
132-161  
131-159  
129-156  
127-155  
126-153  
125-151  
123-150  
122-147  
120-146  
118-144  
133-162  
132-160  
130-158  
129-156  
127-155  
125-153  
124-150  
122-149  
121-147  
119-145  
118-144  
117-142  
115-140  
114-139  
second heartbeat  
count, and multiply  
the result by ten to  
find your heart  
rate. (A six-second  
count is used because your heart rate drops quickly  
when you stop exercising.) If your heart rate is too  
high, decrease the intensity of your exercise. If your  
heart rate is too low, increase the intensity of your  
exercise.  
WORKOUT GUIDELINES  
Each workout should include three important parts:  
(1) a warm-up, (2) training zone exercise, and (3) a  
cool-down.  
Warming up  
Warming up prepares the body for exercise by  
increasing circulation, delivering more oxygen to the  
muscles, and raising the body temperature. Begin  
each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and  
light exercise to warm up.  
Burning Fat  
To burn fat, you must exercise at a low intensity level  
for a sustained period of time. During the first few  
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Training Zone Exercise  
EXERCISE FREQUENCY  
After warming up, increase the intensity of your To maintain or improve your condition, plan three  
exercise until your heart rate is in your training zone for workouts each week, with at least one day of rest  
20 to 30 minutes. Breathe regularly and deeply as you  
exerciseÑnever hold your breath.  
between workouts. After a few months of regular  
exercise, you may complete up to five workouts each  
week, if desired.  
Cooling Down  
Remember, the key to success is to make exercise a  
regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life.  
Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching.  
Stretching after exercise develops flexibility and helps  
prevent post-exercise problems. A proper cool-down  
should leave you feeling relaxed and comfortably tired.  
PART LISTÑModel No. 831.285780  
R0697A  
Key  
No.  
Part  
No.  
Key  
No.  
Part  
No.  
Qty. Description  
Qty. Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
NSP  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
2
2
4
4
4
1
1
3
4
8
1
1
29  
4
4
2
2
1
2
1
Frame  
Upright  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
#
104622  
125755  
133811  
013282  
110576  
120414  
101768  
103903  
109470  
115425  
138769  
138772  
013033  
138770  
138872  
138766  
121518  
138870  
130287  
133760  
138754  
012077  
138778  
013200  
138774  
113494  
138762  
138869  
128775  
138779  
138755  
138572  
4
2
2
8
16  
2
2
12  
4
1
1
2
2
2
2
4
3
1
2
4
4
4
1
2
2
4
1
1
1
1
4
1
#8 x 3/8Ó Screw  
Foam Stop Cover  
Pedal Cover  
#8 x 1/2Ó Pedal Screw  
Bronze Pivot Bushing  
Frame Endcap  
3/8Ó Axle Cap  
138777  
138756  
138757  
138758  
138760  
138759  
138761  
138771  
138775  
138776  
137821  
138773  
120271  
127551  
138768  
012142  
120274  
120273  
121519  
013463  
138767  
133807  
138763  
013576  
138764  
138765  
137579  
138780  
109954  
138871  
119394  
Right Pedal Bracket  
Left Pedal Bracket  
Right Upper Pedal Arm  
Left Upper Pedal Arm  
Right Lower Pedal Arm  
Left Lower Pedal Arm  
3 3/8Ó Plastic Spacer  
Right Handlebar  
Left Handlebar  
Shock w/Gear and Bushing  
Limit Pin  
Shock Clamp  
M6 X 20mm Bolt  
M6 Flat Washer  
M6 Locknut  
Motor Assembly  
Motor Gear  
M10 Lock Washer  
#10 x 1Ó Motor Screw  
Cork Washer  
Motor Shaft Bushing  
Limit Switch Bracket  
#8 x 1/2Ó Screw  
#3 x 3/4Ó Limit Switch Screw  
#3 Limit Switch Washer  
Cable  
1/2Ó Axle Cap  
9
1/2Ó x 3 1/2Ó Rod  
3/8Ó x 6 3/4Ó Rod  
5/8Ó x 15Ó Rod  
Wheel  
M6 x 20mm Button Screw  
3/8Ó Flat Washer  
Rubber Bumper  
#3 Limit Switch Nut  
M10 x 25mm Button Screw  
Console  
M10 x 72mm Bolt  
M10 x 38mm Bolt  
Shock Bracket  
M10 Locknut  
Right Side Shield  
Limit Switch  
Foam Handgrip  
Weld Spacer  
Magnet w/Mount  
Wiring Clip  
Reed Switch  
Left Side Shield  
1/4Ó Spacer  
UserÕs Manual  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
Pulley w/Bearing  
Power Cord w/Transformer  
Side Shield Bracket  
Lower Wire Harness  
Note: "#" indicates a non-illustrated part. Specifications are subject to change without notice. See the back cover  
of this manual for information about ordering replacement parts.  
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EXPLODED DRAWINGÑModel No. 831.285780  
R0697A  
11  
 
The model number and serial number of your IMAGE¨ 7.0 stepper  
are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of  
this manual to find the location of the decal.  
Model No. 831.285780  
All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or  
special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center.  
To request service or to order parts by telephone, call the toll-free  
numbers listed at the left.  
QUESTIONS?  
If you find that:  
¥ you need help assembling or  
operating the stepper  
When requesting help or service, or ordering parts, please be  
prepared to provide the following information:  
¥ a part is missing  
¥ The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (IMAGE¨ 7.0 stepper)  
¥ The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (831.285780)  
¥ The PART NUMBER OF THE PART (see page 10)  
¥ The DESCRIPTION OF THE PART (see page 10)  
¥ or you need to schedule repair  
service  
call our toll-free HELPLINE  
1-800-736-6879  
MondayÐSaturday, 7 amÐ7 pm  
Central Time (excluding holidays)  
REPLACEMENT  
PARTS  
If parts become worn and need to  
be replaced, call the following  
toll-free number  
1-800-FON-PART  
(1-800-366-7278)  
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY  
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this  
STEPPER EXERCISER, contact the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United States and  
SEARS will repair or replace the STEPPER EXERCISER, free of charge.  
This warranty does not apply when the STEPPER EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental  
purposes.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state  
to state.  
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179  
Part No. 138572 G01482AC R0697A  
Printed in USA © 1997 Sears, Roebuck and Co.  
 

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