Horizon 5.3T – 2008
Overview
UPDATE: This model is obsolete. Check out our new Horizon treadmill reviews here.
Horizon 5.3T is the top treadmill Elite Class series. It’s neatly designed, is powered by a 2.75 CHP motor and features a comfortable orthopedic belt.
This model also includes 10 built in workout programs with specific names that help you train and achieve desired goals.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Speed | 0-12 mph Speed can be easily changed with an increment value of 0, 1 mph. |
| Inclination | 0-12% It is changed with an increment value of 0.5%. |
| Motor | 2.75 CHP |
| Belt | 20" x 60" |
| Warranty | lifetime warranty for frame, 30 years for the motor, 2 years for parts and 1 year for labor. |
Features
Wireless Heart Rate Monitoring
You get a Polar receiver and a chest strap. This system offers more accurate measures than the grip systems.
10 Built In Workout Programs
Pacer, Golf Course, Manual, Intervals, Mountain Climb, Weight Loss etc.
Conclusions
For safe and convenient storage, the treadmill has a special lift system that uses two hydraulic shocks to gradually raise and lower the deck. The lift system makes it safe and easy for people of all ages and strengths to store the treadmill by themselves.
All the models in this series have a low number of built in workouts. The Horizon 5.3T model, which is the top of the line, has only 10 workouts. Even if they are limited, the workouts are very interesting. We especially love the Golf Course workout.
This is a great looking treadmill with good motor and belt.
I turned on my Horizon Elite Treadmill model 5.3T.
Unexpectedly the incline just took off and rose all
the way to max.
It won’t respond and I cannot make it come back
down. I know, I know… train harder!! hahaha.
At my age I’m not preparing for the olympics.
Everything else seems to work just fine.
I can adjust the speed. If I pull the magnet the
belt will stop.
Do you know how I can get it fixed?
Thank you,
Robert Lewis
The User’s Guide says to reset the console after lubing the running deck. Not sure if that will help, but it couldn’t hurt. Press and hold the STOP and Speed ‘+’ buttons for 5 seconds. Johnson (parent company)support is (800) 244-4192