NordicTrack NTL17950 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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 treadmill.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described.

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

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

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

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

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 350 pounds.

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

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women.

shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 10), 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.

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that

11. meets all of the specifications described on page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-888825-2588 see your local electronics store.

and order part number 146148, or

Always wear athletic

12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the con trol system of the treadmill. 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 treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the treadmill is not working properly. (See TROUBLESHOOTING on page 27 if the treadmill is not working properly.)

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

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

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.

18. Never leave the treadmill unattended 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 treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the reset/off circuit breaker.)

Do not attempt to move the treadmill until it is

19. properly assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 9.) You must be able to safely lift 55 pounds (25 kg) to move the treadmill.

Do not change the incline of the treadmill by

20. placing objects under the treadmill.

When using iFIT.com programs, an electronic

21. “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill 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.

22. When using iFIT.com programs, 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.

23. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from your CD player or VCR and disconnect your MP3 player when you are not using them.

Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the

24. treadmill regularly.

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

DANGER: Always unplug the power

26. cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, 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.

27. The treadmill is intended for in-home use only. Do not use the treadmill in any 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 decal shown has been placed on your treadmill. If the 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 31). Apply the decal in the location shown.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack E3000 treadmill. The E3000 treadmill offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective.

For your benefit, using the treadmill. If you have questions after read-

ing this manual, 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 (ex-

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read this manual carefully before

cluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of the treadmill is NTL17950. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (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.

Water Bottle Holder*

Pulse Sensor

Handrail

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts

Key/Clip

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

*No water bottle is included.

ASSEMBLY

Washer (116)–4

Console Bolt (110)–4

3/4” Tek Screw

(91)–4

Upright Bolt (113)–4

Panel Screw

(101)–3

Frame Bolt (31)–4

Handrail Bolt (90)–4

Star Washer

(114)–4

Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill 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 treadmill 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 treadmill 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 . For help identifying the assembly hardware, see the hardware drawings below.

1. Raise the end of the Frame (not shown) until the treadmill can be moved on the Front Wheels (66), and carefully roll the treadmill off the wood pallet.

Insert the Wire Harness (108) through the Upright Plate (115).

With the help of a second person, hold the Upright (111) and the Upright Plate (115) against the Frame Cover (52). See the inset drawing and make sure that the

Upright and the Upright Plate are oriented as shown. Attach the Upright and the Upright Plate with

four Upright Bolts (113) with two Star Washers (114).

Do not tighten the Upright Bolts yet.

115

111

108

114

115

114

113

2. Have a second person hold the console assembly near

the Upright (111). Insert the wire harness extending from the console assembly through the hole in the top of the Upright. Attach the console assembly to the Upright with four Console Bolts (110) and two Star Washers (114).

Firmly tighten the four Console Bolts.

Next, connect the wire harness extending from the console assembly to the Wire Harness (108). The connec-

tors should slide together easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one connector and try again.

3. Note: For clarity, the console assembly is not shown

in this step.

Orient the Short Panel (106) so that the indicated notches are at the top. Have a second person hold the Short Panel against the Upright (111), with the top of the Short Panel flush with the top of the Upright. Route the Wire Harness (108) down the indicated side of the Short Panel.

Wire Harness

114

110

111

Notches

109

108

Console

Assembly

114

110

108

112

101

108

Next, hold the Long Panel (112) against the opposite side of the Upright (111); make sure that the top of the Long

Panel is flush with the top of the Upright and that the Wire Harness (108) is not pinched. Press the Long

Panel and the Short Panel (106) together, and align the three holes in the Long Panel with the holes in the Panel Brackets (109). Attach the Long Panel and the Short Panel with three Panel Screws (101).

Firmly tighten the four Upright Bolts (113).

106

111

109

101

109

113

4. Identify the right Handrail (86) and the Left Handrail (89); the Handrails have indented holes in the outer sides for the heads of the Handrail Bolts (90).

Hold the Right Handrail (86) on the right side of the tread mill. Loosely thread two Handrail Bolts (90) into the bracket on the Right Handrail and into the console assembly. Do not tighten the Handrail Bolts yet. Attach the Left Handrail to the left side of the treadmill in the same way. Then, slide the Upper Handrail (93) onto the Right and Left Handrails.

Next, slide a Handrail Bracket (32) onto the lower end of the Right Handrail (86). Insert two Frame Bolts (31) with two Washers (116) into the Right Handrail and the Handrail Bracket, and finger tighten the Frame Bolts into the Frame (28). Do not tighten the Frame Bolts yet. Attach the lower end of the Left Handrail (89) in the same way.

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Assembly

116

5. Attach the Upper Handrail (93) to the Left and Right Handrails (86, 89) with four 3/4” Tek Screws (91) (only two are shown); start all four Tek Screws before tightening

them.

See step 4. Firmly tighten the four Handrail Bolts (90) and the four Frame Bolts (31).

If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 26), follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the chest pulse sensor.

1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.

2. Remove the indicated 3/4” Screw (95) and the Access Door (121) from the bottom of the Console Base (98).

3. Connect the wire on the receiver (A) to the indicated wire extending from the Console Base (98).

ceiver so the small cylinder is oriented as shown and is facing the Console Base.

plastic posts on the Access Door (121) with the two included small screws.

Attach the receiver to the

Hold the re-

Small

Cylinder

Small

Screws

Wire

4. Make sure that no wires are pinched. Reattach the Access Door (121) with the 3/4” Screw (95). Discard the other wires included with the receiver.

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

1. Unplug the power cord.

2. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the location shown

by the arrow at the right, and raise the end of the treadmill. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury,

bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the treadmill, make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back.

3. Push the treadmill to the desired location. To reduce the

risk of injury, use extreme caution while moving the treadmill.

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Carefully lower the treadmill until it is resting on the floor.

Wheels

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

THE

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with highperformance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil-

icone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances 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 treadmill, 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 treadmill being damaged, always use a surge suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-888-8252588 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 treadmill 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 treadmill. 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.

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

Note: If there is a thin sheet of plastic on the face of the console, remove it.

Key

Clip

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 26).

In addition, the console features fifteen preset programs that automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts. You can even create your own custom workout programs and save them in memory for future use. The console also offers four heart rate programs that control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate during your workouts. Note: You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor to use the heart rate programs.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per-

sonal trainer in your home. Using a stereo audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your portable stereo, home stereo, computer, or VCR and play special iFIT.com MP3, CD, and video programs (iFIT.com MP3 programs, CDs, and videocassettes are available separately). iFIT.com programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal trainer guides you through every step of your workout; highenergy music provides added motivation. To purchase

and download iFIT.com MP3 programs, go to www.iFIT.com. cassettes, call toll-free 1-888-825-2588.

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

www.iFIT.com for more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the steps beginning on page 12. To use a preset program program, see pages 17 and 18. To use a heart rate program, see page 19. To use an iFIT.com MP3, CD, or video program, see page 23. To use an iFIT.com program directly from our Web site

, see page 15. To create and use a custom

To purchase iFIT.com CDs or video-

See

, see page 25.

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