NordicTrack NTEL098090 Owner's Manual

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Model No. NTEL09809.0
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for reference.

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number (see the drawing above)
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CAUTION

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

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

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

HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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

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

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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

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

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

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

The drawing shows the location(s) of the
warning decal(s). If a decal is missing or

illegible, call the telephone number on the
front cover of this manual and request a
free replacement decal. Apply the decal in
the location shown. Note: The decal(s) may

not be shown at actual size.

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and

instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical exerciser before using your elliptical
exerciser. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or

hrough the use of this product.

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1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems.

2. Use the elliptical exerciser only as described
in this manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.

4. The elliptical exerciser is intended for

home use only. Do not use the elliptical exer­ciser in a commercial, rental, or institutional
setting.

5. Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away

from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat
beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Make sure that there is at least 3 ft. (1 m) of
clearance in the front and rear of your ellipti­cal exerciser and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side.

8. The elliptical exerciser should not be used by
persons weighing more than 325 lbs.
(147 kg).

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes while
using the elliptical exerciser. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection while exer­cising.

10. Hold the handgrip pulse sensor or the upper
body arms when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical exerciser.

11. 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.

12. Keep your back straight while using the ellip­tical exerciser; do not arch your back.

13. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.

6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu­larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

7. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.

14. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary

ordicTrack

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The AUDIOSTRIDER 990 elliptical exerciser provides
an impressive selection of features designed to make
your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable—
and when youʼre not exercising, the unique elliptical
exerciser can be folded out of the way.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical exerciser. If you have ques-

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UDIOSTRIDER 990 elliptical exerciser.

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Upper Body Arm

Speakers

Water Bottle Holder*

Storage Magnet

tions after reading this manual, please see the front

over of this manual. To help us assist you, note the

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product model number and serial number before con­tacting us. The model number and the location of the
serial number decal are shown on the front cover of
this manual.

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

Fan

Console

Pulse Sensor

Audio Cable

Pedal Disc

Handle

Leveling Foot

Ramp

Wheel

Pedal

Pedal Arm Latch

Leveling Foot

Latch Button

Power Receptacle

*Water bottle is not included

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M10 x 93mm Patch Screw (82)–4

M10 x 25mm

Washer (87)–2

M8 Split

Washer (101)–4

M4 x 16mm

Screw (116)–16

M6 Split Washer

(102)–8

M6 x 35mm Patch

Screw (109)–4

M6 x 62mm Patch

Screw (108)–4

M8 x 16mm

Washer (103)–6

Link Arm

Spacer (74)–4

M8 x 20mm Patch

Screw (107)–4

M8 x 25mm Patch

Screw (110)–2

M10 x 20mm Patch

Screw (111)–2

M8 x 15mm Patch

Screw (106)–10

M10 Curved

Washer (99)–4

Wave Washer

(100)–2

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the

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

In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , and a rubber mallet .

As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parenthe­ses below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The
number following the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have

been preassembled. If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.

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1.

To make assembly easier, read the

nformation on page 5 before you begin.

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1

If there is a shipping bracket attached to the
rear of the Folding Frame (not shown), remove
the screw and the shipping bracket from the

olding Frame. Discard the screw and the ship-

F
ping bracket.

See HOW TO FOLD AND UNFOLD THE
ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER on page 11 and
unfold the elliptical exerciser.

While another person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (4) to the
Frame with two M10 x 93mm Patch Screws (82)
and two M10 Curved Washers (99).

2. While another person lifts the Folding Frame
(2), attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Folding
Frame with two M10 x 93mm Patch Screws (82)
and two M10 Curved Washers (99).

Next, tighten the Center Foot (95) into the
Frame (1).

82

99

2

1

99

4

1

95

3

2

99

99

82

6

3. Attach the Front Ramp Cover (6) to the

amp (5) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (116).

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Slide an M10 x 25mm Washer (87) onto an M10
x 20mm Patch Screw (111). Tighten the Patch
Screw into one end of the Ramp Axle (72).
Apply a small amount of the included grease to

he Ramp Axle.

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Orient the Ramp (5) as shown. Align the lower
end of the Ramp with the welded tube on the
Frame (1). Insert the Ramp Axle (72) into the
Ramp and the welded tube.

Slide an M10 x 25mm Washer (87) onto an M10
x 20mm Patch Screw (111). Tighten the Patch
Screw into the open end of the Ramp Axle (72).

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116

6

5

87

111

4. Identify the Left Pedal (34) and the Left Pedal
Arm (32), which are marked with “Left” stickers.

Attach the Left Pedal (34) to the Left Pedal
Arm (32) with two M6 x 62mm Patch Screws
(108), two M6 x 35mm Patch Screws (109), and
four M6 Split Washers (102).

Attach the Right Pedal (not shown) to the
Right Pedal Arm (not shown) in the same
way.

72

87

111

4

32

102

109

108

Grease

34

102

109

102

1

7

5. Insert the Roller (38) on the Left Pedal Arm (32)
and the Roller on the Right Pedal Arm (33) into
the sides of the Ramp (5).

Attach the Rear Ramp Cover (7) to the

amp (5) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (116).

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See the inset drawing. Lift the Pedal Arm

atch (41) on the Left Pedal Arm (32) and set

L
the end of the Left Pedal Arm on the left Crank
Bushing Sleeve (54). Release the Pedal Arm
Latch; make sure that the Left Pedal Arm is

securely connected to the Crank Bushing
Sleeve.

Connect the Right Pedal Arm (33) to the
right Crank Bushing Sleeve (not shown) in
the same way.

5

16

1

33

5

32

32

7

38

6. While another person holds the Upright (10)
near the Frame (1), connect the Upper Wire
Harness (65) to the Lower Wire Harness (64).

Tip: Avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses (64,

65). Carefully insert the Upright (10) into the

Frame (1). Attach the Upright with four M8 x
20mm Patch Screws (107) and four M8 Split
Washers (101).

41

54

6

Avoid pinching the

Wire Harnesses

(64, 65)

101

10

65

107

64

101

107

1

8

. Attach the Left Upper Body Arm (22) to the left

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Upper Body Leg (24) with three M8 x 15mm
Patch Screws (106).

ttach the Right Upper Body Arm (23) in the

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same way.

7

3

2

22

106

24

8. Hold the Left Rear Upper Body Cover (26) and
the Left Front Upper Body Cover (27) around
the left Upper Body Leg (24). Attach the Upper
Body Covers with five M4 x 16mm Screws
(116).

Attach the Right Rear Upper Body Cover
(28) and the Right Front Upper Body Cover
(29) in the same way.

9. Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on
the Left Link Arm (30), to the axle on the Left
Pedal Arm (32), and to a Wave Washer (100).

Slide the Wave Washer (100) onto the axle on
the Left Pedal Arm (32). Next, slide a Link Arm
Spacer (74) onto the axle on the Left Link Arm
(30).

Then, gradually work the axle on the Left Link
Arm (30) into the left Upper Body Leg (24)
while at the same time working the Left Link
Arm onto the axle on the Left Pedal Arm (32).

Tip: These parts are designed to fit tightly. It
may be helpful to move the Left Pedal Arm
(32) while working these parts into place.

Repeat this step with the Right Link Arm (31).

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9

Grease

116

27

74

24

30

24

100

Grease

29

28

26

116

31

32

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