NordicTrack NCTL11992 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

CAUTION

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

Serial Number Decal

Model No. NCTL11992
Serial No.

Find the serial number in the location
shown below. Write the serial number
in the space above for reference.

If you require SERVICE for this

product, please call

SEARS:

1-800-4 MY HOME

(469-4663)

If you are MISSING PARTS or

require INFORMATION on how

to operate this product, call

1-888-936-ICON

(4266)

Visit our website at

www.nordictrack.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

LIMITED WARRANTY

ICON OF CANADA INC., (ICON), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material,
under normal use and service conditions, for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty ex­tends only to the original purchaser. ICON's obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at
ICON's option, the product at one of its authorized service centers. All products for which warranty claim is made
must be received by ICON at one of its authorised service centers with all freight and other transportation
charges prepaid, accompanied by sufficient proof of purchase. All returns must be pre-authorised by ICON. This
warranty does not extend to any product or damage to a product caused by or attributable to freight damage,
abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage or repairs not provided by an ICON authorised service center, to
products used for commercial or rental purposes, or to products used as store display models. No other warranty
beyond that specifically set forth above is authorised by ICON.

ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection
with the use or performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss, loss of property, loss
of revenues or profits, loss of enjoyment or use, costs of removal, installation or other consequential damages of
whatsoever nature. Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam­ages. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you. The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any
and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited
in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein. Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an im­plied warranty lasts. Accordingly, the above limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from province to province
or so specified by the retailer of your equipment.

ICON OF CANADA, INC., 900 de l’Industrie, St. Jerôme, QC J7Y 4B8

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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 2 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it. 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.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture 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 or where oxygen is being
administered.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 124 kgs (275 lbs.).

8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth­ing that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended 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 protector (not
included) and plug the surge protector into a
grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 amps
or more. No other appliance should be on the
same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

11. Use only a CUL-listed surge protector, rated
at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of 1,5 m (5
ft.) or less in length. Do not use an extension
cord.

12. Keep the power cord and the surge protector
away from heated surfaces.

13. 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 tread­mill is not working properly.)

14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.

15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.

16. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, 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.

17. 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.

18. 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 loca­tion of the on/off switch.)

19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 25.) You
must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.) in
order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.

21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

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

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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22. When using iFIT.com CD’s 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 in­cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

23. When using iFIT.com CD’s 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.

24. Always remove iFIT.com CD’s and videos
from your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

25. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
regularly.

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

27.

DANGER:Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main­tenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed 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.

28. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer­cial, 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 the decal is missing or illegible, please
call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see ORDERING RE­PLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover). Apply the decal in the location shown.

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

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack

®

EXP2000 treadmill. The EXP2000 treadmill combines
advanced technology with innovative design to help
you get the most from your exercise program in the
convenience of your home. And when you’re not exer­cising, the unique EXP2000 can be folded up, requiring
less than half the floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you have additional questions,

please call our Customer Service Department toll-free

1-888-936-4266, Monday through Friday, 8h00 until
18h30. Eastern Standard Time (excluding holidays).
To help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before calling. The model
number of the treadmill is NCTL11992. 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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Handrail

Console

Hand Weights

Lock Knob

Book Holder

Key/Clip

Circuit Breaker

On/Off Switch

Walking Belt

Cushioned Walking Platform

Foot Rail

Power Cord

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Water Bottle Holder*

Pulse Sensor

RIGHT SIDE

LEFT SIDE

*No water bottle is included.

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3. With the help of a second person, tip the Uprights (69)
down as shown. Make sure that the Extension Legs

(102) remain in the Uprights.

Attach each Extension Leg (102) with two Screws (27) as
shown.

With the help of a second person, carefully tip the
Uprights (69) back to the vertical position.

1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise Uprights
(69) to the position shown.

While a second person tips the treadmill to one side and
holds it, insert one of the Extension Legs (102) into the
treadmill as shown. Make sure that the Extension Leg is
turned so the Base Pad (99) is on the bottom.

Next, tip the treadmill to the other side and insert the other
Extension Leg (not shown) in the same way. Lower the
side of the treadmill so that both Extension Legs (102)
are resting flat on the floor.

27

102

69

69

27

102

99

99

Frame

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2. Press the Lock Knob Sleeve (70) into the left Upright (69).

Make sure that the Lock Pin Collar (72) and the Spring
(71) are on the Lock Pin. Insert the Lock Pin into the Lock
Knob Sleeve (70) and the left Upright (69). Next, press
the Lock Knob Spacer (28) onto left Upright. Tighten the
Lock Knob (68) onto the Lock Pin.

69

117

70

68

71

72

74

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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 phillips screwdriver and wire cutters .

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.

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69

99

102

69

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7. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear
plastic on the face of the hood decal and the “ComforTrack” decal, remove it. 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.

6. Insert two Handrail Bolts (78) with Handrail Washers
(77) and Handrail Bushings (75) into the right Upright
(69) and the right Handrail Spacer (65). Turn the
Handrail Bushings so they fit against the Upright with
the thick sides of the Bushings toward the center of the
treadmill as shown in the inset drawing. Lift the right
Handrail (66) to align the Bolts with the holes in the
Handrail. Next, thread the Bolts into the Handrail. Do

not tighten the Bolts yet.

Attach the left Handrail (not shown) in the same way.
Tighten all four Handrail Bolts (78).

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78

77

75

69

66

65

75

77

Thick

Side

5. Pull the Upright Wire Harness (98) up through the other
Handrail Spacer (65). Place the Handrail Spacer on the
right Upright (69) as shown, with the cutout on the indi­cated side (see inset drawing A).

Have a second person hold the Handrails (66) near the
Uprights (69) as shown. Connect the Upright Wire
Harness (98) to the wires extending from the Console
Base (81). Insert the connectors and the Upright Wire
Harness into the hole in the Console Base (see inset
drawing B).

Being careful not to pinch the Upright Wire Harness (98),
set the Handrails (66) on the Handrail Spacers (65).

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98

69

66

81

65

69

65

81

98

A

B

Cutout

4. Slide both of the Electronics Ground Brackets (14) onto
one of the Handrail Spacers (65) in the manner shown.

See inset drawing A. Pinch the tabs on the Electronics
Ground Brackets (14) to allow the tabs to fit inside the
holes in the Upright (69, see inset drawing B).

See inset drawing B. Place the Handrail Spacer (65) on
the left Upright (69) as shown, with the cutout on the indi­cated side. Note: Make sure that the tabs on the
Electronics Ground Brackets (14, see inset drawing A)
are inserted into the holes in the Upright.

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Tabs

A

B

69

14

14

65

65

Cutout

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING 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 platform.
They will deteriorate the walking belt and cause ex­cessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

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
protector (not in­cluded) with your
treadmill.

Surge protectors are
sold at most hardware
stores and department
stores. Use only a CUL­listed surge protector,
rated at 15 amps, with a
14-gauge cord of five
feet or less in length.

This product must be
grounded. If it should

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

electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. Plug the power cord into a surge

protector, and plug the surge protector into an ap­propriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.

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

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

DANGER:Improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service­man 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.

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2

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounding Plug

Treadmill Power Cord

Grounding Plug

Grounding Plug

Grounding Pin

Surge Protector

Grounding Pin

Grounding Pin

Adapter

Lug

Metal Screw

Grounded Outlet

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive selection
of features to help you get the most from your exercise.
When the console is in the manual mode, 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 built-in pulse sensor.

Five preset workout programs are also offered. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline
of the treadmill to give you an effective workout. The
included hand weights can be used to add upper-body
exercise to your workouts as well. You can even create
your own 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 pulse­driven 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).

The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. iFIT.com technology is like having a per­sonal 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 (CD’s 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 (videocas­settes 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 new internet site at www.iFIT.com
and access basic programs, audio programs, and
video programs directly from the internet. See
www.iFIT.com for complete details.

To purchase iFIT.com CD’s or videocassettes call toll­free at 1-888-936-4266.

Pulse

Sensor

Pulse

Sensor

Clip

Key

Note: If there is a thin sheet
of clear plastic on the face
of the console, remove it.

Program

Display

StopStart

Speed

Speed

Incline

Select

Start Program

Record

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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, in­sert 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 con­sole, adjust the position of the clip as needed.

Then, remove the key from the console.

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.

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. Make sure
that the clip is securely attached 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.

Enter your weight.

Although you can use
the console without
entering your weight, the
console will count the
calories you burn more
accurately if you enter
your weight. To enter your weight, press either of
the Weight buttons. The current weight setting will
appear in the Speed/Pace display. Press the
Weight buttons again to enter your weight. Four
seconds after the buttons are 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 internet site, see page 23.

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CAUTION:Before operating the

console, read the following precautions.

• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn­ing on the power.

• Always wear the clip (see the drawing below)
while operating the treadmill.

• Adjust the speed in small increments 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 in­tended only as an exercise aid in determin­ing 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.

On

Position

Clip

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

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 be selected
and the Manual indica­tor will light. If a program
has been selected,
press the Select button
repeatedly to select the manual mode.

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 set­ting 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 buttons be­tween the Speed

▲▲

and ▼▼buttons. The speed

range is 0,5 mph to 10 mph.
To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button.

The Time display will begin to flash. To restart the
walking belt, press the Start button or the Speed

▲▲

button.

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

To change the incline of
the treadmill, press the
Incline buttons. Each
time a button is
pressed, the incline will
change by 0,5%. The
incline range is 1% to 10%. Note: After the butt o n s
are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill
to reach the selected incline setting.

Follow your progress with the LED track and
the displays.

The LED track—When

the manual mode or an
iFIT.com program is se­lected, the program dis­play will show an LED
track representing 1/4
mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the
track will light in sequence until you have com­pleted 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin.

The Training Zone dis­play—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.

Incline display—This
display shows the incline
level of the treadmill.

Time display—When
the manual mode or an
iFIT.com program is se­lected, this display will
show the elapsed time.
When a different pro­gram is selected, the display will show the time re­maining in the program and the time remaining in
the current segment of the program. The display
will change from one number to the other every
seven seconds.

Distance/Laps
display—This display

shows the distance that
you have walked and the
number of 1/4-mile laps
you have completed.
The display will change from one number to the
other every seven seconds.

Heart Rate/Calories
display—When you are

not using the handgrip
pulse sensor, this
display will show 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).

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Manual Indicator