NordicTrack E 8.5 Elliptical, E 8.5, NTeVeL88012.0 User Manual

Model No. NTEVEL88012.0
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.

Serial Number

Decal (under frame)

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL ..............................................................19

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................28

EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................30

PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

RECYCLING INFORMATION ......................................................... Back Cover

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning decal(s).

If a decal is missing or illegible, see the front cover
of this manual and request a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The

decal(s) may not be shown at actual size.

NORDICTRACK is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and

instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.

1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per­sons with pre-existing health problems.

2. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.

4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.

5. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

6. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with at
least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and
rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each
side. To protect the floor or carpet from dam­age, place a mat under the elliptical.

9. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 286 lbs. (130 kg).

10. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection while exercising.

11. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.

12. The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors may affect the accu­racy of heart rate readings. The heart rate
monitor is intended only as an exercise aid
in determining heart rate trends in general.

13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the fly­wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
a controlled way.

14. Keep your back straight while using the ellip­tical; do not arch your back.

7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu­larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.

15. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary
NORDICTRACK® E 8.5 elliptical. The E 8.5 elliptical
provides an impressive selection of features designed
to make your workouts at home more effective and
enjoyable.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical. If you have questions after

Length: 6 ft. 4 in. (193 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 2 in. (66 cm)

Handlebar

Accessory Tray

reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.

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

Console

Heart Rate Monitor

Upper Body Arm

Pedal

Disc

Handle

Leveling Foot

Wheel

Adjustment Knob

Storage Latch

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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART

Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the
key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it

has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.

M8 Split Washer

(83)–6

M4 x 16mm

Screw (93)–16

M8 x 45mm Bolt (104)–6

M8 x 23mm

x 1.5mm Washer

(91)–10

M4 x 25mm

Screw (82)–2

M10 x 120mm Screw (100)–4

M10 Split

Washer (88)–4

M6 x 12mm

Screw (111)–2

Wave Washer

(118)–2

M8 x 50mm

Screw (112)–6

M8 Locknut

(105)–6

M8 x 16mm

Screw (102)–18

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ASSEMBLY

• Assembly requires two persons.

• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the

packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing

materialsuntilyounishallassemblysteps.

• Left are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts are

marked “R” or “Right.”

• To identify small parts, see page 5.

1. Go to www.iconsupport.eu on your computer

and register your product.

 • activatesyourwarranty

 • savesyoutimeifyoueverneedtocontact

Customer Service

 • allowsustonotifyyouofupgradesandoffers

Note: If you do not have Internet access, call

Customer Service (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.

• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly

requires the following tools:

one Phillips screwdriver

one rubber mallet

Assembly may be easier if you have your own set
of wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.

1

2. Pull the Folding Frame (2) back until it locks
into position. Then, see HOW TO FOLD AND
UNFOLD THE ELLIPTICAL on page 19 and
unfold the elliptical.

Tip: It may be easier to perform this step with

the elliptical in the folded position.

Orient the Rear Stabilizer (4) as shown.

While a second person lifts the Folding Frame

(2), attach the Rear Stabilizer (4) to the Folding
Frame with two M10 x 120mm Screws (100) and
two M10 Split Washers (88).

2

100

88

4

2

6

3. Orient the Front Stabilizer (3) as shown.

3

While a second person lifts the Frame (1), attach

the Front Stabilizer (3) to the Frame with two
M10 x 120mm Screws (100) and two M10 Split
Washers (88).

4. Orient the Small Bumper (13) so that the
recessed holes are in the indicated location.

While a second person lifts the Frame (1), attach

the Small Bumper (13) to the underside of the
Frame with two M4 x 25mm Screws (82).

3

88

1

4

1

100

82

13

Recessed

Holes

7

5. Orient the Upright (5) and the Top Cover (23)
as shown. Slide the Top Cover upward onto the
Upright.

Have a second person hold the Upright (5) and

the Top Cover (23) near the Frame (1).

Connect the Upright Wire (60) to the Frame

Wire (109).

Tip: To prevent the Upright Wire (60) from

falling into the Upright (5), secure the top of
the Upright Wire with a rubber band or tape.

5

5

60

23

109

1

8

6. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the
Upright (5) into the Frame (1).

Attach the Upright (5) with six M8 x 16mm

Screws (102) and six M8 Split Washers (83). Do

not tighten the Screws yet.

Slide the Top Cover (23) downward. Do not

press the Top Cover into the Right and Left
Frame Covers (21, 22) yet.

6

Avoid pinching

the wires

23

5

7. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (8) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) and orient them as
shown.

Insert the Right Upper Body Arm (8) into the

Right Upper Body Leg (6).

Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (8) with three

M8 x 45mm Bolts (104) and three M8 Locknuts
(105). Make sure that the Locknuts are inside

the hexagonal holes. Do not fully tighten the
Bolts yet.

Assemble the Left Upper Body Arm (9) and

the Left Upper Body Leg (7) in the same way.

102

83

21, 22

7

9

104

7

1

Hexagonal

Holes

105

105

102

83

102

8

104

6

9

8. Using a small plastic bag to keep your fingers
clean, apply a generous amount of the included
grease to the Upright Axle (48) and to two Wave
Washers (118).

Insert the Upright Axle (48) into the Upright (5)

and center it. Slide a Wave Washer (118) onto
each end of the Upright Axle.

Then, slide the Right and Left Upper Body Arms

(8, 9) onto the Upright Axle (48).

8

5

9

Grease

118

8

48

118

9. At the same time, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw
(102) and an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91)
into each end of the Upright Axle (48). Firmly

tighten the Screws.

9

102

91

48

91

102

10

10. Note: If you purchase the optional chest
heart rate monitor (see page 26), see step
25 on page 18 and install the receiver
included with the heart rate monitor.

10

Attach the Rear Upright Cover (24) to the Upright

(5) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (93).

11. Attach the Front Upright Cover (25) around the
Upright (5) by pressing the tabs on the Front
Upright Cover into the Rear Upright Cover (24).

93

5

24

11

25

5

24

11