CAUTION
Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. NTEL08991
Serial No.
Serial
Number
Decal
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USERÕS MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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NordicTrack¨is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer.
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the elliptical crosstrainer.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical crosstrainer
are adequately informed of all precautions.
3. Place the elliptical crosstrainer on a level
surface, with a mat beneath it to protect the
floor or carpet. Keep the elliptical crosstrainer indoors, away from moisture and dust.
4. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
5. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical crosstrainer at all times.
6. The elliptical crosstrainer should not be used
by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
7. Always hold the handlebar or the upper
body arms when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical crosstrainer.
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the elliptical crosstrainer. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
9. 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.
10. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
11. Keep your back straight when using the elliptical crosstrainer. Do not arch your back.
12. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time
while exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.
13. The elliptical crosstrainer is intended for
in-home use only. Do not use the elliptical
crosstrainer in a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
14. After adjusting the incline frame, move it up
or down slightly until the pin on the incline
knob snaps into one of the four holes in the
incline bracket. Push the incline knob to
make sure that the pin is fully inserted into
the hole.
15. The decal shown below has been placed on
the elliptical crosstrainer. If the decal is
missing or illegible, please call our Customer
Service Department toll-free at 1-888-8252588 to 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.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack
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VGR940 elliptical crosstrainer. The NordicTrack
¨
VGR940 is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves
your feet in a natural elliptical path, minimizing the
impact on your knees and ankles. And the unique
NordicTrack¨VGR940 features adjustable resistance
and incline to help you get the most from your exercise.
Welcome to a whole new world of natural, ellipticalmotion exercise from NordicTrack.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the NordicTrack¨VGR940. If you have addi-
tional questions, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is NTEL08991. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
elliptical crosstrainer (see the front cover of this manual for the location of the decal).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Upper Body Arm
Water Bottle Holder*
*No water bottle is included
Handlebar
FRONT
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Pedal Arm
Pedal Disk
Wheel
Pedal
Book Rack
Console
Incline Knob
Incline Frame
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Place all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the two
included allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .
As you assemble the elliptical crosstrainer, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on
page 18. The second number refers to the quantity used in 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 Rear Stabilizer (59), which has Wheels (45)
attached to it.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (59) to the rear of the Frame
(1) with the two Rear Stabilizer Bolts (60) and two M10
Nylon Locknuts (26). Make sure that the Rear
Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels are not touching
the floor.
26
1
60
45
26
59
1
Rear Stabilizer Bolt (60)Ð2
M10 Nylon Locknut (26)Ð6
Pedal Screw (43)Ð6
Incline Axle Screw (30)Ð2
Plastic Pedal
Spacer (85)Ð2
M8 Split
Washer (58)Ð2
Chrome Tube
Washer (84)Ð2
M8 Washer (33)Ð2
Front Stabilizer Bolt (86)Ð2
2. Attach the Front Stabilizer (14) to the front of the
Frame (1) with the two Front Stabilizer Bolts (86) and
two M10 Nylon Locknuts (26).
86
14
26
26
1
2
6
3
5
V-shaped Groove
29
Grease
33
33
30
30
58
58
1
Tubes
Tubes
3. Slide an M8 Split Washer (58) and an M8 Washer (33)
onto an Incline Axle Screw (30). Tighten the Incline
Axle Screw into one end of the Incline Axle (29). Next,
apply a small amount of the included grease to the
Incline Axle.
Align the indicated tubes on the Incline Frame (5) with
the tubes on the Base (1). Make sure that the Incline
Frame is turned so the V-shaped grooves are on
top. Insert the Incline Axle (29) through the Incline
Frame and the Base. Note: It may be helpful to tap the
Incline Axle with a rubber mallet to insert it.
Slide an M8 Split Washer (58) and an M8 Washer (33)
onto the other Incline Axle Screw (30). Tighten the
Incline Axle Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle
(29).
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Console
Wire
51
35
35
44
4
87
4. Remove the four Console Screws (35) and the four
Console Washers (44) from the Console (87).
Connect the console wire to the Harness Extension
(51).
Attach the Console (87) to the Upright (2) with the four
Console Screws (35) and the four Console Washers
(44) removed previously. Be careful to avoid pinching
the wires.
5. Remove the four M10 Nylon Locknuts (not shown)
from the welded bolts on the front of the Frame (1).
Lay a cloth over the front of the Frame (1) to protect it
from scratches. Lay the Upright (2) in the position
shown. Connect the Harness Extension (51) to the
Wire Harness (25).
2
1
51
25
5
Welded Bolts