NordicTrack NTL27005.0 User Manual

Model No. NTL27005.0

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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 hat all users of this treadmill are adequately

t 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 mois-

ture 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 300 pounds.

8. Never allow more than one person on the

treadmill at a time.

12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge uppressor could result in damage to the con-

s 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 suppres-

sor 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 24 if the treadmill is not working properly.)

15. Read, understand, and test the emergency

stop procedure before using the treadmill (see OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT.

16. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-

ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.

17. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.

Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

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.

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

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 9), 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 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call the tollfree telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.

18. The pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user's movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in general.

19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord and move 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.)

20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 22.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

21. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by placing objects under the treadmill.

2. When folding or moving the treadmill, make

sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

3. When using iFIT programs, an electronic

“chirping” sound will alert you when the

peed and/or incline of the treadmill is about

s to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and

e prepared for speed and/or incline changes.

b In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the personal trainer describes the change.

24. When using iFIT 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 program.

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

6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the

treadmill regularly.

7. Never insert or drop any object into any

opening.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

28. ord immediately after use, before cleaning

c 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.

29. This treadmill is intended for in-home use

only. Do not use this 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 decals shown below have been placed on the treadmill. If a decal is missing or illegible, call the tollfree telephone number on the front cover of this manual and 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

PEX 8000 treadmill. The APEX 8000 treadmill offers

A an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts at home more effective and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising, the unique APEX 8000

readmill can be folded up, requiring less than half the

t floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before using the treadmill

. If you have questions after read-

Book Holder

Fan

Handrail

Latch Knob

LEFT SIDE

ing this manual, please see the front cover of this man-

al. To help us assist you, please note the product

u model number and serial number before contacting us. The model number of the treadmill is NTL27005.0. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the

readmill (see the front cover of this manual for the lo-

t cation).

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

Water Bottle Holder*

Console

Pulse Sensor

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

RIGHT SIDE

Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included.

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials, unless otherwise instructed. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own flat-bladed screwdriver , wire cutters ,

nd adjustable wrench .

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 treadmill 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 or foot pads, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise both Uprights (83) to a vertical position. Remove any packaging from the crossbar.

Remove the elastic holding the Upright Wire Harness (131) in the right Upright (83). Have a second person hold the Handrails (73) near the Uprights. Connect the Upright Wire Harness to the wires extending from the Console Base (120).

gether easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one connector and try again. Insert the connectors and

the Upright Wire Harness into the hole in the right Upright. Then, set the Handrails on the Uprights, being careful not to pinch the wires.

2. Insert two 4 1/2” Bolts (96) with Handrail Spacers (95) into the right Upright (83). Next, lift the right Handrail (73) slightly and align the Handrail Bolts with the holes in the Handrail. Thread the Handrail Bolts into the Handrail.

not tighten the Handrail Bolts yet. Be careful not to pinch the wires.

Attach the left Handrail (not shown) in the same way. Make sure that the Handrail Spacers (95) are flush against the Uprights (83), with the thick sides facing the center of the treadmill, as shown in the inset drawing. Then, tighten all four Handrail Bolts (96).

The connectors should slide to-

120

131

Crossbar

Thick

Side

3. With the help of a second person, carefully tip both

Uprights (83) to the floor.

Insert the three Cage Nuts (28) into the three indicated holes in the treadmill.

To insert each Cage Nut (28), first hook one side of the Cage Nut into a hole and then use a flat-bladed screwdriver to press the other side into the hole, as shown.

4. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the

Upright (83) to a vertical position. Press the Knob Sleeve

87) into the right side of the left Upright, and press the

( Latch Knob Spacer (86) into the other side of the left

pright.

Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar and the spring are on the pin. (If there are two collars, make sure that there is one on each side of the spring.) Next, insert the pin into the Knob Sleeve (87) and the left Upright (83). Then, tighten the knob back onto the pin.

Knob

Spring

Collar

5. With the help of a second person, raise the Frame (7) to

the storage position and make sure that the latch pin is engaged as described on page 22.

Position the Base Plate (115) on the treadmill as shown. Attach the Base Plate with the three 2” Bolt (114). Note: It may be helpful if a second person tips the treadmill slightly as you tighten the Base Plate Screws.

Carefully lower the Frame (7) to the floor as described on page 23.

6. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Place a mat beneath the

treadmill to protect the floor. For your benefit, familiarize yourself with the TROUBLESHOOTING information on pages 24 to 26.

114

115

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

OW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

he chest pulse sensor consists of two components:

T the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset drawing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the front of the sensor unit.

ried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after

d each use, it may remain activated longer than nec-

ssary, draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place. o not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag

D or other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct

sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose it to temperatures above 122° Fahrenheit (50° Celsius) or below 14° Fahrenheit (-10° Celsius).

Chest Strap

Tabs

Tab

Sensor Unit

Next, wrap the chest pulse sensor around your chest and attach the other end of the chest strap to the sensor unit. Adjust the length of the chest strap, if necessary. The chest pulse sensor should be under your clothes, tight against your skin, and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the logo on the sensor unit is facing forward and is right-side-up.

Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side (the electrode areas are covered by shallow ridges). Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution, wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit to a position against your chest.

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit

when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.

• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never

use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain how the chest pulse sensor is used with the console. If the chest pulse sensor does not function properly, try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen-

sor as described at the left. Note: If the chest pulse sensor does not function when positioned as described, move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.

• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens

solution to wet the two electrode areas on the sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

• As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your-

self near the center of the walking belt. For the

console to display heart rate readings, the user must be within arm’s length of the console.

The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with

•

people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate reading problems may be caused by medical conditions such as premature ventricular contrac tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR

• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off when it is removed and the electrode areas are

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be

• affected by magnetic interference caused by high power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.

• The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced (see page 26).

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

HE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

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

cone spray or other substances to the walking

elt or the walking platform. Such substances will

b 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 the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.

ric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having

t an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.

Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,

and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate

utlet that is properly installed and grounded in

ccordance with all local codes and ordinances.

a 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 suppressor (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

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 elec-

trician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter.

Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

Key

Clip

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts more effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, you can change the speed and incline of the treadmill 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 handgrip pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor.

In addition, the console features 26 preset programs. Each preset program automatically controls the speed and incline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effective workout.

The console also offers four distance programs—5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon—that count down from 5,000 meters, 10,000 meters, 13.10 miles, or

26.20 miles while you complete an endurance run.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per sonal trainer in your home. Using the included 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). Each iFIT.com program automatically controls the speed and incline of the treadmill as a personal trainer guides you through every step of your workout; high-energy music provides added motiva-

To download iFIT.com MP3 programs, go to

tion.

www.iFIT.com. To purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual.

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. See

www.iFIT.com for more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset pro gram, see page 13. To use a distance program, see page 15. To use an iFIT.com MP3, CD, or video program, see page 18. To use an iFIT.com program di rectly from our Web site

, see page 20.

HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

lug in the power cord

P (see page 9). Next, locate

he on/off switch on the

t treadmill frame near the power cord. Make sure that the switch is in the “on” position.

Next, stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 10), and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes. Then, insert the key into the console. After a moment, the matrix and the display will light.

emergency situation, the key can be pulled from the console, causing the walking belt to slow to a stop. Test the clip by carefully taking a few steps backward; if the key is not pulled from the console, adjust the position of the clip.

Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove the plastic. To prevent damage to the walking platform, always wear clean shoes while using the treadmill. The first time the treadmill is used, observe the alignment of the walking belt, and center the walking belt if necessary (see page 25).

osition

Important: In an

mph. As you exercise, change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed in-

rease and decrease buttons. Each time a button

c is pressed, the speed setting will change by 0.1

ph; if a button is held down, the speed setting

m will change in increments of 0.5 mph. To change the speed setting quickly, press the Quick Speed buttons.

Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the walking belt to reach the selected speed setting.

To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button. To restart the walking belt, press the Start button or the Speed increase button.

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

To change the incline of the treadmill, press the Incline increase and decrease buttons. Each time a button is pressed, the incline will change by

0.5%. To change the incline setting quickly, press the Quick Incline buttons.

Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Insert the key into the console.

See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above.

Select the manual mode.

When the key is inserted, the manual mode will be selected. If a program or the iFIT.com mode has been selected, reselect the manual mode by removing the key and then reinserting it.

the walking belt.

Start

To start the walking belt, press the Start button or the Speed increase button.

If the Start button or the Speed increase button is pressed, the walking

belt will begin to move at 1

Follow your progress with the matrix and the

display.

When the manual mode or the iFIT.com mode is selected, the matrix will show a 1/4-mile (400meter) track. As you walk or run on the treadmill, the segments of the track will appear in succession until the entire track appears. The track will then disappear and the segments will again begin to appear in succession.

The lower left corner of the display will show the approximate number of calories you have burned and the incline level of the treadmill. When you use the handgrip pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor, the lower left corner of the display will also show your heart rate.

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