NordicTrack NETL98131 Owner's Manual

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Class HC Fitness Product

Model No. NETL98131
Serial No.

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

Serial Number Decal

QUESTIONS?

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customer satisfaction. If you
have questions, or if there are
missing or damaged parts,
please call:

USER’S MANUAL

08457 089 009

Or write:
ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd.
Unit 4
Revie Road Industrial Estate
Revie Road, Beeston
Leeds, LS11 8JG
UK

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CAUTION

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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

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

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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.

It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

1.
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

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

Never move the walking belt whilst the power

13.
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.)

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least 2.5 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it and

0.5 m (2 ft.) 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.

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 135 kg (300 lbs.).

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

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
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 9),
plug the power cord into an earthed circuit. No
other appliance should be on the same circuit.
When replacing the fuse, an ASTA approved
BS1362 type should be fitted to the fuse car­rier. A 13 amp fuse should be used.

11. If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3­conductor, 1mm
longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.).

12. Keep the power cord away from heated sur­faces.

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(14-gauge) cord that is no

14. Never start the treadmill whilst you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails whilst 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 sensors are not medical devices.
Various factors, including the user’s move­ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensors are intended
only as exercise aids in determining heart
rate trends in general.

17. Never leave the treadmill unattended whilst 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.)

18. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See

FOLD

ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 26.) You
must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.) to
raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

Do not change the incline of the treadmill by

19.
placing objects under the treadmill.

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

21. 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 in­cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

TO

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When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you

22.
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.

23. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from
your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

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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
authorised service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorised service
representative only.

24. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.

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

27. 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 decal shown at the right has been placed on your treadmill. If the decal is
missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department to order a free
replacement decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of
this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal is not shown
at actual size.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack
4500 R treadmill. The 4500 R treadmill offers an im­pressive array of features to make your home work­outs more enjoyable and effective.
not exercising, the unique 4500 R 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 questions after read-

ing this manual, please call our Customer Service

Book Holder

Fan

Handrail

Latch Knob

LEFT SIDE

And when you’re

®

Department at
please note the product model number and serial num­ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill
is NETL98131. 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 familiarise yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

08457 089 009. To help us assist you,

Water Bottle Holder*

Console

Pulse Sensor

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

RIGHT SIDE

On/Off
Switch

Circuit Breaker

Flexible Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included.

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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 flat-bladed screwdriver , wire cutters , and adjustable
wrench .

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 treadmill 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 or foot pads,
simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

WARNING: Do not plug in the power

cord until the treadmill is completely assembled.

Slide the treadmill out of the box. Insert the three Cage

1.
Nuts (96) into the three indicated holes in the treadmill.

To insert each Cage Nut (96), first hook one side of the
Cage Nut into the hole and then use a flat-bladed screw­driver to press the other side into the hole, as shown.

2. With the help of a second person, carefully raise both
Uprights (99) to a vertical position. Press the Latch Knob
Sleeve (111) into the left Upright and hold the Latch Knob
Spacer (112) against the left Upright.

Remove the Latch Knob (113) from the Latch Pin (107).
Make sure that the Latch Pin Collar (109) and the Latch
Pin Spring (110) are on the Latch Pin. (Note: If there are
two Latch Pin Collars, place one on each side of the
Spring.) Insert the Latch Pin into the Latch Knob Sleeve
(111) and the Left Upright (99).

Tighten the Latch Knob (113) onto the Latch Pin (107).

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96

96

2

99

113

112

110

107

111

109

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

Platform (24) to the storage position and make sure that
the latch pin is engaged as described on page 26.

Position the Base Plate (91) on the treadmill as shown.
Attach the Base Plate with the three Base Plate Screws
(92). Note: It may be helpful if a second person tips the
treadmill slightly as you tighten the Screws.

If the treadmill
Leveling Feet (127) under the Uprights (99) until the
rocking motion is eliminated. Carefully lower the Walking
Platform (24) to the floor as described on page 27.

rocks slightly, turn one or both of the

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127

91

24

92

99

127

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4. Have a second person hold the Handrails (83) near the

Uprights (99). Connect the Upright Wire Harness (119) to
the wires extending from the Console Base (80) (see the
inset drawing).

easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one
connector and try again. Then, insert the connectors

and the Upright Wire Harness into the hole in the right
Upright.

Set the Handrails (83) on the Uprights (99), being careful
not to pinch the wires.

The connectors should slide together

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80

119

99

83

5. Insert two Handrail Bolts (104) with Handrail Bushings

(106) into the right Upright (99) and the right Handrail
(83). Be careful not to pinch the wires. Make sure
that the Handrail Bushings are flush against the right
Upright, with the thick sides facing the centre of the
treadmill, as shown in the inset drawing. Next, lift the
right Handrail (83) slightly and align the Bolts with the
holes in the Handrail. Thread the Bolts into the
Handrail. Do not tighten the Bolts yet.

Attach the left Handrail (not shown) in the same way.
Then, tighten all four Handrail Bolts (104).

6. Make sure that all parts are properly 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 29). To protect the

floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

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99

83

106

106

104

Thick

Side

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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

HOW TO PUT ON THE

The chest pulse sensor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing
below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into
one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset draw­ing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle
on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the
front of the sensor unit.

Tabs

Sensor Unit

Next, wrap the
chest pulse sen­sor around your
chest and attach
the other end of
the chest strap to
the sensor unit.
Adjust the length
of the chest strap,
if necessary. The
chest pulse sensor should be under your clothes, tight
against your skin, and as high under the pectoral mus
cles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the
logo on the sensor unit is facing forward and is right­side-up.

Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side
(the electrode areas are covered by shallow ridges).
Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens so­lution, wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit
to a position against your chest.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR

Chest Strap

Tab

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

each use, it may remain activated longer than nec
essary, draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose
it to temperatures above 50° Celsius (122°
Fahrenheit) or below -10° Celsius (14° Fahrenheit).

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.

• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain
how the chest pulse sensor is used with the con­sole. If the chest pulse sensor does not function
properly, try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen­sor as described at the left. Note: If the chest pulse
sensor does not function when positioned as de­scribed, move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.

• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until
you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

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• As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your­self near the centre of the walking belt.

console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm’s length of the console.

• The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac­tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

For the

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CHEST PULSE SENSOR

• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are
dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be

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affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.

The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced (see

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page 30).

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant. IMPOR­TANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such
substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

This product must be earthed. If it should malfunction or break

down, earthing provides a path of least resistance for electric cur­rent to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped
with a power cord having an equipment-earthing conductor and an
earthing plug. Important: If the power cord is damaged, it must

be replaced with a manufacturer-recommended power cord.

Two power cords are included. Select the one that will fit your outlet.
Refer to drawing 1. Plug the indicated end of the power cord into
the socket on the treadmill. Next, lift the tab on the ferrite box and
clamp the ferrite box around the power cord. Fasten the included
plastic tie just behind the ferrite box and cut off the excess plastic
tie. The plastic tie will prevent the ferrite box from sliding along the
power cord.

See drawing 2. Plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with

GFCI-equipped outlets.

1

Socket on treadmill

Ferrite Box

Plastic Tie

Tab

2

Outlet

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can result in an in

creased risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as
to whether the product is properly earthed. 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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Main

Display

Program

Display

Pulse

Sensor

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

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
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen­sor or the chest pulse sensor.

Eleven preset workout programs are also offered. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline
of the treadmill to give you an effective workout.

In addition, the console offers two heart rate programs
that automatically adjust the speed and incline of the
treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level
whilst you exercise.

Key

Pulse

Sensor

Clip

You can even create custom workout programs and
store them in memory for future use.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol­ogy. Having iFIT.com interactive technology is like
having a personal trainer in your home. Using a stereo
audio cable (included), you can connect the treadmill
to your home stereo, portable stereo, computer, or
VCR and play special iFIT.com CD and video pro
grams (iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes are available
separately). iFIT.com CD and video programs auto­matically control the treadmill as a personal trainer
coaches you through every step of your workout. High­energy music provides added motivation. To pur-

chase iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes, visit our
Web site at www.iconeurope.com.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you can
also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and access
programs directly from the internet. Explore

www.iFIT.com for more information.

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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)
whilst operating the treadmill.

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

• The pulse sensors are not medical devices.
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 heart rate programs. If you are
taking medication regularly, consult your
physician to find whether the medication will
affect your exercise hart rate.

• 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.

GETTING STARTED

Attach the clip to the waistband of your clothes.

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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.

Clip

Make sure the on/off switch is in the on posi-

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tion.

Locate the on/off switch
on the treadmill near the
power cord.
the on/off switch is in the
on position.

Insert the key fully into the console.

Make sure

On

Position

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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, the program display and the main display
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 seg­ment time indicator will flash.

Enter your weight.

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Although you can use the console without enter­ing your weight, the console will count your calorie
expenditure more accurately if you enter your
weight. To enter your weight, press either of the
Age/Weight Set buttons. The words “ENTER
WEIGHT” and the current weight setting will ap­pear in the main display. Press the Age/Weight
Set buttons again to enter your weight. The but­tons can be held down to enter your weight
quickly. Your weight will then be saved in memory.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 12. To use a preset program,
see page 14. To create and use a custom program,
see pages 16 and 17. To use a heart rate program,
see page 18. To use an iFIT.com CD or video pro-

gram, see page 22. To use an iFIT.com
rectly from our Web site

, see page 24.

program di

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Plug in the power cord.

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See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on
page 9.

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Insert the key fully into the console.

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See GETTING STARTED on page 11.

Select the manual mode.

2

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

Press the Start button or the Speed + button to

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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 1-step Speed buttons. The speed range is 0.5
mph to 12 mph.
pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to
reach the selected speed setting.

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.

Note: The first time the treadmill is used, inspect
the alignment of the walking belt, and align the
walking belt if necessary (see page 29).

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

Note: After

the buttons are

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To change the incline of
the treadmill, press the
Incline
Each time a button is

s

s

and

buttons.

t

t

pressed, the incline 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 selected incline setting.

Follow your progress with the LED track, the

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Training Zone display, and the main display.

The LED track—When

the manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, the program dis­play will show an LED
track representing 1/4
mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the
track will light, one at a time, until you have walked
or run 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. As you increase
the intensity, additional indicators will light.

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.

Time/Pace—When the
manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, the next section
of the main display will
show the elapsed time
and your current pace (pace is measured in
utes per mile). The display will change from one
number to the other every few seconds; the Pace
indicator will light when your pace is shown.
a program is selected, the display will show the
time remaining in the program, your current pace,
and the time remaining in the current segment of
the program.

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