NordicTrack NTK14940 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE INCLINE TRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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

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

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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 incline trainer.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this incline trainer are ade quately informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the incline trainer only as described.

3. Place the incline trainer on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two feet on each side. Do not place the incline trainer on any surface that blocks air openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the incline trainer.

4. Keep the incline trainer indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the incline trainer in a garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the incline trainer where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.

6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the incline trainer at all times.

12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the con trol system of the incline trainer. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppressor away from heated surfaces.

14. Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off. Do not operate the incline trainer if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the incline trainer is not working properly. (See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the incline trainer is not working properly.)

15. Never start the incline trainer while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the incline trainer.

16. The incline trainer is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

7. The incline trainer should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds.

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

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when using the incline trainer. Do not wear loose clothes that could become caught in the in cline trainer. Athletic support clothes are rec ommended for both men and women. Always

wear athletic shoes. Never use the incline trainer with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 11), plug the power cord into a surge suppressor (not included) and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 11. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-888825-2588

and order part number 146148.

17. 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.

Never leave the incline trainer unattended

18.

while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord, and switch the reset/off circuit breaker to the off position when the in cline trainer is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the reset/off circuit breaker.)

19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the incline trainer until it is properly assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE INCLINE TRAINER on page 28.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the incline trainer.

20. Do not change the incline of the incline trainer by placing objects under the incline trainer.

Use the upper body handles only at walking

Crush Zone Keep Children Away Treadmill moves down

with force.

21. speeds. Using the handles and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance. Exercises using the handles should be attempted only by experi enced users.

Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from

25. your CD player or VCR when you are not using them.

Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the

26. incline trainer regularly.

22. When folding or moving the incline trainer, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

23. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the incline trainer 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.

24. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you can manually override the speed and incline settings 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.

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

28.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning the incline trainer, and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only.

29. The incline trainer is intended for in-home use only. Do not use the incline trainer in a 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 decals shown here have been placed on your incline trainer. If a decal is missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on page 35). Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decals may not be shown at actual size.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack X5 incline trainer. The X5 incline trainer offers a selec tion of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercising, the unique X5 incline trainer can be folded up, requiring less floor space.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before using the incline trainer. If you have questions after

reading this manual, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday

Upper Body Handles

Latch Knob

through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (ex-

cluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of the incline trainer is NTK14940. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the incline trainer (see the front cover of this manual for the location).

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

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Handrail

Console

Fan

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts

Water Bottle Holder*

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included

ASSEMBLY

3/4” Screw (66)–5

3/4” Tek Screw (94)–10

1” Bolt (55)–6

3/4” Bolt (60)–4

Washer (97)–2

3” Bolt (98)–2

Assembly requires two persons. Set the incline trainer in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.

Note: The underside of the incline trainer walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect incline trainer performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver and wire cutters . For help identifying the assembly hardware, see the hardware drawings below.

1. To protect the floor during assembly, place a sheet of cardboard under the pallet as shown.

With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Upright (110) to the position shown.

While the other person holds the Upright (110), firmly tighten two 1” Bolts (55) into the lower end of the Upright and the Upright Base (96).

Insert the Power Cord (85) through the hole in the Upright Cover (115). Press the Upright Cover onto the Upright (110).

securely held by the clips along the opening in the Upright.

the Upright Cover.

Make sure that the Upright Cover is

Tighten a 3/4” Screw (66) into the lower end of

Pallet

110

Cardboard

115

2. Insert a Handrail (67) into the Upper Handrail (68) as

shown. The lower end of the Handrail should sit on the Base Hood (105) as shown. (Note: It may be necessary to twist the Handrail as you insert it. It may also be necessary to loosen the two 1/2” Screws [63] several turns.) Next, tighten two 3/4” Screws (66) into the Handrail.

you loosened the 1/2” Screws, retighten them.

Attach the other Handrail (not shown) to the left side of the incline trainer in the same way.

105

3. Interlock the tabs on the Right Outer Cover (88) with the

tabs on the Right Inner Cover (65). Attach the Right Outer Cover with two 3/4” Bolts (60) as shown

Remove the knob from the pin.

4. and the spring are on the pin. Insert the threaded end of the pin through the hole in the Left Outer Cover (61). Tighten the knob back onto the pin.

Insert the pin into the hole in the Left Inner Cover (106). Interlock the tabs on the Left Outer Cover (61) with the tabs on the Left Inner Cover. Attach the Left Outer Cover with two 3/4” Bolts (60).

Make sure that the collar

Knob

Spring

Collar

106

5. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Upright

Base (96) to the position shown.

Remove the four indicated bolts and washers attaching the pallet to the Upright Base (96). Discard the pallet, bolts, and washers..

Pallet

Bolts,

Washers

Bolts,

Washers

6. Attach the Upright Base Pad (103) and the six Base Pads

(93) to the bottom of the Upright Base (96) with ten 3/4” Tek Screws (94) as shown.

103

7. Tighten two 3” Bolts (98) with two Washers (97) into the

bottom of the Upright Base (96) and the Handrails (67) (only one Handrail is shown). Firmly tighten the Bolts.

With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Upright Base (96) so it is flat on the floor. Remove the cardboard from underneath the Upright Base.

8. Fold the incline trainer to the storage position (see HOW TO FOLD THE INCLINE TRAINER FOR STORAGE on page 28).

Slide the Right Wheel Bracket (59) into the slot in the Right Rear Endcap (57). Align the holes in the Bracket with the holes in the Frame (43). Attach the Bracket to the Frame with two 1” Bolts (55).

Attach the Left Wheel Bracket (not shown) in the same way.

9. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the incline trainer. Keep the included

allen wrench in a secure place. The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 31). To protect

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

If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 27), follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the chest pulse sensor.

1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.

Look under the Console Back (70) and locate the Access Door (135) on the indicated side of the incline trainer. Remove the Access Door Screw (72) and the Access Door.

2. Connect the wire on the receiver (A) to the indicated wire extending from the console. Hold the receiver so the

small cylinder is oriented as shown and is facing the console. Attach the receiver to the plastic posts on the

Access Door (135) with the two included small screws.

135

2, 3

3. See step 1 on page 9. Make sure that no wires are pinched, and reattach the Access Door (135) to the Console Back (70) with the Access Door Screw (72).

Discard the other wires included with the receiver.

Small

Screws

135

Wire

Small

Cylinder

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

THE

Your incline trainer features a walking belt coated with high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never

apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such sub stances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

DANGER: Improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in an increased risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. 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.

Your incline trainer, like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home’s power. Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off. To decrease the possibility of

your incline trainer being damaged, always use a surge suppressor with your incline trainer (see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-888-825-2588 and order part number 146148.

an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor, and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Important: The incline trainer is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available.

Grounded Outlet Box

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indicate whether it is functioning properly. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the incline trainer. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

This product must be grounded.

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having

If it should malfunc-

Lug

Metal Screw

The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed by a qualified electrician.

The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw.

covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is

grounded before using an adapter.

Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

CONSOLE DIAGRAM

Note: If there are sheets of clear plastic on the remove the plastic.

console,

Key

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive array 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 incline trainer can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 27).

The console also offers 5 speed programs and 10 incline programs. Each program automatically controls the speed and incline of the incline trainer as it guides you though an effective workout. You can even create your own custom workout programs and store them in memory for future use.

In addition, the console offers four pulse programs that automatically adjust the speed and incline of the in cline trainer to keep your heart rate near a target level while you exercise. Note: The pulse programs require the use of the optional chest pulse sensor.

Clip

cable, you can connect the incline trainer to your home stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com CD and video programs (iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes are available separately). IFIT.com CD and video programs automatically control the speed and incline of the incline trainer as a personal trainer coaches you through every step of your workout. High-energy music provides added motivation.

To purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call toll-free 1-888-825-2588.

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

See www.iFIT.com for more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the steps beginning on page 13. To use a speed program or an incline program, see page 16. To create and use a custom program, see pages 18 and 19. To use a pulse program, see page 20. To use an iFIT.com CD or video program, see page 24. To use an iFIT.com program directly from our Web site, see

page 26.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a personal trainer in your home. Using the included audio

Note: During the first few minutes that the incline trainer is used, observe the alignment of the walking belt, and align it if necessary (see page 31).

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