NordicTrack NTC3015.0 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

CAUTION

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

Serial

Number

Decal

Model No. NTC3015.0
Serial No.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

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

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

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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

2. Use 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 regular­ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

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

8. Wear appropriate clothes when exercising;
do not wear loose clothes 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.

13.The decal shown below has been placed on
the exercise cycle. If the decal is missing, or
if it is not legible, please call the toll-free tele­phone number on the front cover of this man­ual and order a free replacement decal. Apply
the decal in the location shown.

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.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

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

tions before using the exercise cycle.

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Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack®SL
528 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effec­tive exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness,
building endurance, and toning the entire body. The
SL 528 exercise cycle offers an impressive array of
features to let you enjoy this healthful exercise in the
convenience and privacy of your home.

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

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 call­ing. The model number is NTC3015.0. The serial num­ber can be found on a decal attached to the exercise
cycle (see the front cover of this manual).

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

*No water bottle is included

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

REAR

FRONT

Seat

Seat Post Knob

Seat Knob

Pedal/Strap

Wheel

Leveling Foot

Console

Fan

Handle

Handlebar

Water Bottle Holder*

RIGHT SIDE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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ASSEMBLY

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

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

Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench and Phillips screw­driver .

Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses below
each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 22. The number following the paren­theses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-attached. If a part is

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

M8 Nylon

Locknut (79)–4

M4 x 16mm

Screw (57)–6

M10 Nylon

Locknut (65)–2

M4 x 16mm

Round Head

Screw (80)–4

M8 x 54mm Button

Screw (52)–4

M8 Split

Washer (55)–14

M4 x 22mm

Screw (60)–2

M10 x 97mm Button Screw (77)–4

M10 Split

Washer (71)–8

M6 x 8mm Button

Screw (59)–2

M10 x 54mm Button

6.35mm

Spacer (62)—4

Screw (56)–4

Curved

Spacer (76)—4

M8 x 22mm Button

Screw (54)–6

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1. Attach the Left Front Stabilizer (15) to the left side of
the Upright Frame (5) with three M8 x 22mm Button
Screws (54) and three M8 Split Washers (55). Make

sure that the Left Front Stabilizer is turned so the
Wheel (17) is facing forward as shown.

Attach the Right Front Stabilizer (40) to the right side
of the Upright Frame (5) in the same way.

40

15

54

5

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2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (16) to the Frame with four
M8 x 54mm Button Screws (52) and four M8 Split
Washers (55).

52

16

1

3

5

Make sure the

Wire Harnesses

do not get

pinched and

damaged during

this step.

62

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3. While another person lifts the front of the Frame (1),
connect the Middle Wire Harness (51) to the Lower
Wire Harness (43). Next, slide the Upright Frame (5)
into the Frame. Be careful to avoid pinching the

Wire Harnesses (51, 43).

Attach the Upright Frame (5) to the Frame (1) with four
M10 x 54mm Button Screws (56), four 6.35mm Spacers
(62), and four M10 Split Washers (71).

2

55

55

54

17

52

55

55

71

56

51

43

56

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4. While another person holds the Upright (2) near the
Upright Frame (5), connect the Upper Wire Harness
(42) to the Middle Wire Harness (51). Next, gently

pull the upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to
remove the slack from the Wire Harnesses while
inserting the Upright into the Upright Frame. Be
careful to avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses.

Attach the Upright (2) to the Upright Frame (5) with
two M10 x 97mm Button Screws (77), two M10 Split
Washers (71), and two Curved Spacers (76). Make

sure that the concave end of each Curved Spacer
is facing the Frame. Be careful to avoid damaging
the Wire Harnesses (42, 51).

5. Attach the Left Front Side Shield (13) to the left side of
the Upright Frame (5) with two M4 x 16mm Screws
(57). Attach the Right Front Side Shield (14) to the
right side of the Upright Frame in the same way. Next,
attach the Left Front Side Shield to the Right Front
Side Shield with two M4 x 16mm Screws (57).

5

5

14

57

13

4

51

5

71

77

42

6. Pull the Upper Wire Harness (42) up through the
Handlebar (3) while inserting the Handlebar into the
Upright (2). Be careful to avoid pinching the Upper

Wire Harness.

Attach the Handlebar (3) to the Upright (2) with two
M10 x 97mm Button Screws (77), two M10 Split
Washers (71), two Curved Spacers (76), and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (65). Make sure that the concave

end of each Curved Spacer is turned toward the
Frame. Be careful to avoid damaging the Upper
Wire Harness (42).

Attach the Water Bottle Holder (74) to the Upright (2)
with two M4 x 22mm Screws (60).

3

42

6

57

57

2

71

76

76

2

77

71

76

65

60

74

57

Be careful to

avoid pinching the

Wire Harnesses.

Be careful to

avoid pinching

the Wire

Harness (42).

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11.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.

10.Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an
“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal

counterclockwise

into the Left Crank Arm

(24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown)

clockwise

into the Right Crank Arm (not shown). Important:
Tighten both Pedals as firmly as possible. After
using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten the
Pedals.

Adjust the Left Pedal Strap (25) to the desired position,
and press the end of the Left Pedal Strap onto the tab
on the Left Pedal (22). Adjust the Right Pedal Strap
(not shown) in the same way.

10

25

22

24

Ta b

8. While another person holds the Console (4) near the
Handlebar (3), connect the Upper Wire Harness (42)
to the wire harness on the Console, and connect the
Pulse Wire (75) to the pulse wire on the Console.
Insert the excess wiring into the Upright (2).

Attach the Console (4) to the Handlebar (3) with four
M4 x 16mm Round Head Screws (80). Be careful to

avoid pinching the wires and wire harnesses.

9. Thread an M6 x 8mm Button Screw (59) into the front
hole in the Seat Post (8). Next, orient the Seat
Carriage (11) as shown, and slide it onto the Seat
Post. Thread the other M6 x 8mm Button Screw into
the rear hole in the Seat Post.

Next, attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Carriage (11) with
four M8 Nylon Locknuts (79) and four M8 Split
Washers (55). (Note: The Nylon Locknuts and the Split
Washers may be pre-attached to the Seat.) Thread the
Seat Knob (10) clockwise into the right side of the Seat
Carriage until it is tight.

75

4

80

3

42

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7. The Console (4) requires four “D” batteries (not includ­ed); alkaline batteries are recommended. Remove the
battery cover from the bottom of the Console. Next,
insert four batteries into the battery compartment;

make sure that the batteries are oriented as shown
by the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Reattach the battery cover.

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4

Batteries

Battery

Cover

9

10

8

11

55

55

79

9

59

Front

Hole

79

2