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Model No. NTC0894.1
Serial No.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

NordicT

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

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

ions before using the exercise cycle.

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1. Read all instructions in this manual and all
arnings on the exercise cycle before using

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the exercise cycle.

2. Us e the exercise cycle only as described in

this manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of the exercise cycle are ade­quately informed of all precautions.

4. The exercise cycle is intended for home use

only. Do not use the exercise cycle in
a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

5. Keep the exercise cycle indoors, away from

moisture and dust. Place the exercise cycle
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the exer­cise cycle to mount, dismount, and use the
exercise cycle.

6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-

ly . Replace any worn parts immediately.

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-

7. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
way from the exercise cycle at all times.

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8. Wear appropriate clothing when exercising;

do not wear loose clothing that could become
caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.

9. The exercise cycle should not be used by

persons weighing more than 250 pounds.

10.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.

11.Always keep your back straight when using

the exercise cycle; do not arch your back.

12.If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,

stop immediately and cool down.

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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack
SL 730 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most
effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fit-

ess, building endurance, and toning the entire body.

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The NordicTrack

f features designed to let you enjoy this healthful

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exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle.

Water Bottle Holder*

Bookrack

Handlebar/Pulse Sensor

Seat

®

SL 730 offers an impressive array

If you have questions

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after reading this manual, see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, please note the
product model number and serial number before call-

ng. The model number is NTC0894.1. The serial

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number can be found on a decal attached to the exer-

ise cycle (see the front cover of this manual for the

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location of the decal).

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

Fan

Console

FRONT

Backrest

Seat Handle

REAR

Leveling Foot

Seat Knob

Pedal/Strap

Wheel

RIGHT SIDE

No water bottle is included

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ASSEMBLY

M10 Nylon

Locknut (63)–2

M8 Split

Washer (55)–12

M10 Split

Washer (88)–2

M8 Washer

(60)–4

M10 x 52mm Button Bolt (82)–2

M8 Nylon

Locknut (89)–4

M8 x 40mm Button

Bolt (81)–4

M10 x 118mm Button Screw (78)–2

M8 x 25mm Button

Screw (79)–4

M4 x 16mm

Screw (57)–5

1/4” x 16mm Button

Screw (80)–8

M8 x 40mm Button

Screw (54)–8

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing

aterials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

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Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench .

se the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each

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drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 25. The second number refers to the
quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-assembled for shipping. If a part

is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.

1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (15). Wh ile anot her per son
lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with four M8 x 40mm Button
Screws (54) and four M8 Split Washers (55).

1

15

1

55

54

5

55

54

2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (16) to the Frame with four

8 x 40mm Button Screws (54) and four M8 Split

M
Washers (55).

2

1

16

55

3. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the posi-

tion shown. See the inset drawing. Locate the wire
extending from the bottom of the Upright. Tie the wire
around the end of the Wire Harness (43) as shown.
Carefully pull the wire up through the Upright until the
Wire Harness is extending from the top of the Upright.
Then, untie the wire and discard it.

Carefully pull the end of the Wire Harness (43) to
remove any slack. Insert the Upright (2) into the
Frame (1); be careful to avoid pinching the Wire
Harness. Attach the Upright with two M10 x 118mm

Button Screws (78), two M10 Split Washers (88), and
two Upright Spacers (102). Make sure the concave

end of each Upright Spacer is turned toward the
Upright.

3

78

88

78

102

88

102

55

54

2

1

54

43

Do not pinch

the Wire

Harness (43)

during this

step.

Wire

43

4. Identify the Left Handlebar (70), which is marked with a

sticker. While another person holds the Left Handlebar
near the Upright (2), connect the left Pulse Sensor Wire
(6) to the Pulse Wire (3). Next, slide the Left Handlebar
onto the left tube on the Upright;
pinching the Wires. Insert two M8 x 40mm Button
Bolts (81) into the Left Handlebar and the tube on the
Upright; be careful not to damage the Wires with the
Button Bolts. Finger tighten two M8 Nylon Locknuts
(89) onto the Button Bolts. Next, slide the Handlebar
Collar (98) onto the upper end of the Left Handlebar.

Attach the Right Handlebar (72) as described above.
Note: As you slide the Right Handlebar onto the right
post on the Upright (2), insert the upper end of the
Right Handlebar into the Left Handlebar (70).

Connect the Handlebars (70, 72) with the Handlebar
Collar (98) and an M4 x 16mm Screw (57).
en the four M8 x 40mm Button Bolts (81);

the M8 Nylon Locknuts (89) are seated in the
hexagonal holes in the Handlebars.

be careful to avoid

Then, tight

make sure

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4

Make sure the wires
do not get damaged

during this step.

98

57

70

3

81

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6

Tube

89

72

2

5. Have another person hold the Console (4) near the

Upright (2).

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Bookrack

Connect the Wire Harness (43) to the wire harness on

he Console (4). Connect the Pulse Wire (3) to the

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pulse wire on the Console. Next, locate the two ground
wires that are connected with a screw to the Upright
(2). Connect the ground wires to the two smallest wires
on the Console.

Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright
(2). Attach the Console (4) to the Upright with four M4
x 16mm Screws (57).
the wires. Next, press the bookrack onto the Console
in the indicated location.

6. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Frame (7) with four 1/4”

x 16mm Button Screws (80) and four M8 Washers (60).

Be careful to avoid pinching

4

3

4

3

2

57

6

9

Ground Wires

Do not pinch

the wires

during this step.

7. Attach the Seat Frame (7) to the Seat Carriage (11)

with two M10 x 52mm Button Bolts (82) and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (63).

7

60

60

7

82

80

63

7

1

1

7

8. Attach the Backrest (62) to the Backrest Frame (42)

with four 1/4” x 16mm Button Screws (80).
Slide the Backrest Frame (42) onto the Seat Frame

7). Attach the Backrest Frame with four M8 x 25mm

(
Button Screws (79) and four M8 Split Washers (55).

8

62

2

4

55

55

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9. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an

“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal
(24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown)
into the Right Crank Arm. Important: Tighten both

Pedals as firmly as possible. After using the
exercise cycle for one week, retighten the
Pedals. For best performance, t he P e da l s m us t
be kept tightened.

Identify the Left Pedal Strap (25), which is marked
with an “L.” Attach the Left Pedal Strap to the Left
Pedal (22), and adjust it to the desired position.
Attach and adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown)
in the same way.

counterclockwise

into the Left Crank Arm

clockwise

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7

9

25

22

24

80

10. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note: After assembly is

completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the exercise cycle to protect

the floor

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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR

f you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 21), follow the steps below to install the receiver

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included with the chest pulse sensor.

Remove the access door from the underside of the
Console (4). Note: You may need to use a small standard
screwdriver to remove the access door.

Slide the receiver onto the indicated plastic pin on the
Console (4); make sure that the receiver is oriented

exactly as shown.

with the chest pulse sensor. Attach the receiver to the
Console with the two screws as shown.

Connect the wire on the receiver to the indicated wire on
the Console (4).

Locate the two small screws included

Wire

Access

Door

4

Pin

Reattach the access door.

pinched.

pulse sensor may be discarded.

Note: The other wires included with the chest

Make sure that no wires are

Receiver

Screws

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