NordicTrack 831298016 Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. 3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN ....................................................................... 5

ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... 6

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. 8

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL .................................................. 25

TROUBLE-SHOOTING ..................................................................... 26

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................... 28

PART LIST ............................................................................... 30

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .......................................................... 31

LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................... Back Cover

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual.

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARN ING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill,

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.

2, Use the treadmill only as described in this

manual,

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two sor away from heated surfaces.

feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place

a mat under the treadmill.

Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used orwhere oxygen is being

administered.

6, Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

away from the treadmill at all times.

12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge

suppressor could result in damage to the con- trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys- tem is damaged, the walking belt may change speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result

in afall and serious injury.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-

14. Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if

the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the treadmill is not working properly. (See

BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread- mill is not working properly.)

15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.

16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.

Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds.

8, Never allow more than one person on the

treadmill at a time,

Wear appropriate exercise clothes when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom mended for both men and women. Always wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 8)_ plug the power cord into a surge suppressor (not included) and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on

the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See meets all of the specifications described on ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD page 8, To purchase a surge suppressor, see AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 25.) You your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-800- must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in 806-3651 and order part number 146148. order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

17. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user's move-

ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate

readings. The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.

18. Using hand weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance. Hand weights should

be used only by experienced users.

19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug

the power cord and move the on/off switch to the off position when the treadmill is not in

use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca-

tion of the on/off switch.)

20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the

21.Donotchangetheinclineofthetreadmillby yourCDplayerorVCRwhenyouarenot placingobjectsunderthetreadmill, usingthem.

22.Whenfolding or moving the treadmill, make 26. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill

sure that the storage latch is fully closed, regularly.

23. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an

electronic "chirping" sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill

is about to change. Always listen for the "chirp" and be prepared for speed and/or in-

cline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the per-

sonal trainer describes the change.

24. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you

can manually override the speed and incline settings at any time by pressing the speed and incline buttons. However, when the next

"chirp" is heard, the speed and/or incline will

change to the next settings of the CD or video

program.

25. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from

27. Never insert or drop any object into any opening.

28. DANGER: Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and before performing the main-

tenance and adjustment procedures de- scribed in this manual. Never remove the

motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative. Servicing

other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service

representative only.

29. This treadmill is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer-

cial, rental, or institutional setting.

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. Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property

damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If A decal is missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see ORDERING REPLACE-

MENT PARTS on page 31). Apply the decal in the location shown.

Note: This decal is shown at 38% of actual size.

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TREADMILLIS INOPERATION.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary APEX 4100i treadmill from NordicTrack '_.The APEX 4100i offers an

impressive array of features to make your home work- outs more enjoyable and effective. And when you're not exercising, the unique APEX 4100i can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other

treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before using the APEX 4100i treadmill. If you have addi-

tional questions, please call our Customer Service

Book Holder

Hand Weights

Handrail

Lock Knob

Key/Clip

Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (ex- cluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of the treadmill is

NTTL18906. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of

this manual for the location).

Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

Water Bottle Holder*

Console

Pulse Sensor

LEFT SIDE

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller

Adjustment Bolts

RIGHT SIDE

On/Off Switch

_-_ Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included.

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not

dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own fiat-bladed screwdriver

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

1. Slide the treadmill out of the box. Insert the three Cage Nuts (28) into the three indicated holes in the treadmill.

To insert each Cage Nut (28), first hook one side of the Cage Nut into the hole and then use a flat-bladed screw-

driver to press the other side into the hole, as shown.

2. With the help of a second person, carefully raise both Uprights (83) to a vertical position. Make sure that the Lock Knob Sleeve (87)is in the left Upright.

Next, make sure that the Lock Pin Collar (89) and the Spring (88) are on the Lock Pin (91). (Note: If there are two Lock Pin Collars, place one on each side of the Spring.) Insert the Lock Pin into the Lock Knob Sleeve (87) and the Left Upright (83).

Press the Lock Knob Spacer (86) onto the left Upright (83). Tighten the Lock Knob (85) onto the Lock Pin (91).

3. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the

Frame (7) to the storage position and make sure that the

lock pin is properly engaged as described on page 25.

Position the Base Plate (115) on the treadmill as shown.

Attach the Base Plate with the three Base Plate Screws (114). Note: It may be helpful if a second person tips the

treadmill slightly as you tighten the Screws.

Carefully lower the Frame (7) to the floor as described on page 25.

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4. SlidetheGroundingBracket(136)ontooneofthe HandrailSpacers(92)inthelocationshown.

SeeinsetdrawingA.PinchthetabsontheGrounding

Bracket(136)sothatthetabswillfitintotheholeinthe Upright(83)(seeinsetdrawingB).

SeeinsetdrawingB.PlacetheHandrailSpacer(92)on theleftUpright(83)asshown,withthecutoutontheindi-

catedside. Note:Makesurethatthetabsonthe GroundingBracket(136)(seeinsetdrawingA)arein-

sertedintotheholeintheleftUpright.

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5. Place one of the Handrail Spacers (92) on the right Upright (83) as shown, with the cutout on the indicated

side (see inset drawing A). Pull the Upright Wire Harness (131 ) up through the cutout. Place the other Handrail

Spacer on the left Upright (not shown).

Have a second person hold the Handrails (73) near the Uprights (83) as shown. Connect the Upright Wire

Harness (131 ) to the wires extending from the right Handrail. Insert the connectors and the Upright Wire

Harness (131 ) into the opening in the Console Base (79)

(see inset drawing B).

Set the Handrails (73) on the Handrail Spacers (92), being careful not to pinch the Wire Harness (131).

6. Insert two Handrail Bolts (96) with Handrail Washers

(95) and Handrail Bushings (94) into the right Upright (83) and the right Handrail Spacer (92). Turn the

Handrail Bushings (94) so they fit against the Upright as

shown in the inset drawing. Lift up the right Handrail (73) and align the Bolts with the holes in the Handrail.

Next, thread the Bolts into the Handrail. Do not tighten

the Bolts yet.

Cutout

Attach the left Handrail (not shown) in the same way. Tighten all four Handrail Bolts (96).

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7. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench in a secure place. The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 27). To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with

PERFORMANT LUBE TM, a high-performance lubricant.

IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking

belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

A, DANGER: Improper connection

of the equ ipment-grounding conductor can result in an increased risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service- man if you are in doubt as to whether the

product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product--if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by

sudden voltage changes in your home's power. Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can

result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off. To decrease the possibility of

your treadmill being damaged, always use a surge

suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at

the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-800-806-

3651 and order part number 146148.

an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in

accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with

GFCl-equipped outlets.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus- trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

Outlet Box

_ Surge Suppressor

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Ground_rd°o_ing P_

Outlet Box

Adapter

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is

UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup- pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a

UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules.

The surge suppressor must be electrically rated

for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a

monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indi- cate whether it is functioning properly. Failure to

use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the

treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed or stop unexpect-

edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunc-

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec-

tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having

Metal Screw

The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed

by a qualified electrician.

The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent

ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place

by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec-

trician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter.

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to help you get the most from your exercise.

When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen- sor. And for a total-body workout, the included hand

weights can be used as you walk on the treadmill.

Twenty-seven preset workout programs are also offered. Each program automatically controls the speed and incline of the treadmill to give you an effective workout. You can even create custom workout programs and store them in memory for future use.

In addition, the console offers a fitness test program that measures your relative fitness level, and a pulse- driven program that automatically adjusts the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level during your workout. Note: The fitness test program and the pulse-driven program require the use of an optional chest pulse sensor (see page 24).

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sonal trainer right in your home. Using the included audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play special iFIT.com CD programs (CDs are available separately).

IFIT.com CD programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal trainer guides you through every step of your workout. High-energy music provides added motivation. Each CD features two programs designed by certified personal trainers.

In addition, you can connect the treadmill to your VCR and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (videocas- settes are available separately). Video programs offer the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but add the excitement of working out with a class and an

instructor--the hottest new trend at health clubs.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac- cess basic programs, audio programs, and video pro- grams directly from the internet. Additional options are

soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details.

To purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call

toll-free 1-800-735-0768. For information about an optional chest pulse sensor, see page 24.

The console also features new iFtT.com interactive technology. IFIT.com technology is like having a per-

A.=CAUTION: Beforeoperating the

console, read the following precautions.

• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- ing on the power,

Plug in the power cord.

See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 8.

Move the on/off switch to the on position.

• Always wear the cli p (see the drawing below)

while operating the treadmill.

• Adjust the speed in small increments in order to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

• The pulse sensor is not a medical device.

Various factors may affect the accuracy of

heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is in-

tended only as an exercise aid in determin-

ing heart rate trends in general.

• If you have heart problems, or if you are over 60 years of age and have been inactive, do not use the pulse-driven program. If you are taking medication regularly, consult your physician to find whether the medication will affect your exercise hart rate.

• Using hand weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance. Hand weights should be used only by experienced users.

• To reduce the possibility of electric shock, keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquids on the console and place only a sealed water

bottle in the water bottle holder.

Locate the on/off switch on the treadmill near the

power cord. Move the on/off switch to the on

position.

Insert the key fully into the console.

Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Attach the clip securely to the waistband of your clothes.

Next, insert the key into the console. After a moment, various displays and indicators on the

console will light. Note: When the key is inserted, the treadmill incline system may automatically

calibrate itself--the treadmill will rise to the highest incline level and then return to the lowest incline

level. During calibration, the left side of the main display will show two dashes (- -) and the time indicator will flash.

Enter your weight.

Although you can use the console without entering

your weight, the console will count your calorie ex- penditure more accurately if you enter your weight.

To enter your weight, press either of the Enter Weight buttons. The words "ENTER WEIGHT" and

the current weight setting will appear in the main

Position

GETTING STARTED

Attach the clip to the waistband of your clothes.

Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find

the clip attached to the key and slide the clip

onto the waistband of your clothes. Next, in-

sert the key into the console. Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward until the key is pulled from the console. If the key is not pulled from the con- sole, adjust the position of the clip as needed. Then, remove the key from the console.

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display. Press the Enter Weight buttons again to enter your weight. The buttons can be held down to enter your weight quickly. Four seconds after the buttons are last pressed, the weight setting will disappear from the display. Your weight will then be saved in memory.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset program, see page 12. To create and use a custom program, see pages 14 and 15. To use the fitness test program, see page 16. To use the pulse-driven program, see page 17. To use an iFIT.com CD or video program, refer to page 21. To use an iFIT.com program di- rectly from our Web site, see page 23.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE IL_ Follow your progress with the LED track, the

Training Zone display, and the main display.

Insert the key fully into the console.

See GETTING STARTED on page 10.

Select the manual mode.

When the key is inserted, the manual mode will automatically be selected. Ifa program has been selected, press the Select Workout Goal button repeatedly until the words "MANUAL MODE" appear in the main display.

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[_1 Press the Start button or the Speed + button to

start the walking belt.

A moment after the button is pressed, the walking

belt will begin to move at 1 mph. Hold the handrails and begin walking. As you exercise, change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed +

and - buttons. Each time a button is

pressed, the speed set- ting will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down, the speed setting

will change in increments of 0.5 mph. To change

the speed setting quickly, press the 1-step Speed buttons. The speed range is 0.5 mph to 10 mph.

To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button. The time will begin to flash in the main display. To

restart the walking belt, press the Start button or the Speed + button.

During the first few minutes that you use the tread- mill, inspect the alignment of the walking belt, and align the walking belt if necessary (see page 27).

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

To change the incline of

the treadmill, press the

Incline/'_ and _ but-

tons. Each time a but-

ton is pressed, the in-

cline will change by

0.5%. To change the incline quickly, press the 1-

step Incline buttons. The incline range is 0% to

12%. Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may

take a moment for the treadmill to reach the se-

lected incline setting.

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The LED track--When the manual mode or the iFIT.com mode is se-

lected, the program dis- play will show an LED

track representing 1/4 mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the

track will light in sequence until you have walked or run 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin.

The Training Zone dis- play--As you exercise,

the Training Zone display will show the

approximate intensity level of your exercise.

For example, if four to six indicators in the display are lit, your intensity level is ideal for fat burning.

The main display--The main display will show the following information:

Incline--The left side of the main display shows

the incline level of the treadmill.

Distance/Laps--The m DISXACE next section of the main

display shows the dis- I. I"! !_! tance that you have

walked and the number

of 1/4-mile laps you have completed. The display will change from one num- ber to the other as shown by the indicators.

Calories/Heart Rate-- m CALORIES When you are not using

the handgrip pulse sen- 8 k_118 sor, the center of the

main display will show _ ,EASTRATE the approximate number of calories you have burned. When you are using the handgrip pulse sensor, the display will show your heart rate (see step 6 on page 12).

Time/Pace--When the manual mode or the

iFIT.com mode is se- lected, the main display

will show the elapsed

time and your current pace (pace is measured in minutes per mile). The display will change from one number to the other

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