NordicTrack NTL349050 Owner's Manual

Model No. NTL34905.0

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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

NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

ollowing important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

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1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
hat all users of the treadmill are adequately

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informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this

manual.

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 place 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. Do not operate the treadmill until it is properly

assembled (see ASSEMBLY on page 6).

7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the

treadmill regularly.

8. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

away from the treadmill at all times.

9. The treadmill should not be used by persons

weighing more than 350 pounds. Do not allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a
time.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page

9), plug the power cord into a surge suppres
sor (not included) and plug the surge sup
pressor 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.

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

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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
TREADMILL OPERATION on page 9).

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.

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 an exercise aid in determining heart
rate trends in general.

Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is

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running. Always remove the key, unplug the
power cord, and move the on/off switch to the
“off” position when the treadmill is not in use.

20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by

placing objects under it.

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor

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that meets all of the specifications described
on page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor,
see your local NordicTrack
toll-free telephone number on the front cover
of this manual and order part number 146148,
or see your local electronics store.

dealer or call the

21. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an
electronic “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 in
cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

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22. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you can

Do not remove or insert this plug while the
safety key is inserted in the console. Touch
metal frame before removing or inserting plug.
Static sensitive components may be affected.

WARNING

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anually override the speed and incline set-

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tings at any time by pressing the speed and in­cline buttons. However, when the next “chirp”
is heard, the speed and/or incline will change

o the next settings of the CD or video pro-

t
gram.

23. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from
your CD player or VCR when not in use.

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

25. Make sure to perform all maintenance proce­dures outlined in this manual. Failure to do so

will void the warranty and may result in dam-

ge to the treadmill.

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DANGER: Always unplug the power

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cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main-

enance and adjustment procedures de-

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scribed in this manual. 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 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 decal shown below is found on the treadmill in the indicated location. If the decal is missing or illegi­ble, call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order a free replacement
decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

Underside

of Console

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
NordicTrack®PROFESSIONAL SERIES 3500 tread­mill. The PROFESSIONAL SERIES 3500 treadmill of-

ers an impressive array of features designed to help

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you achieve your fitness goals in the convenience and

rivacy of your home.

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

ing this manual, see the front cover of this manual. To

Console

Accessory Tray

Handrail

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

. If you have questions after read-

help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number of the treadmill is NTL34905.0. The ser-

al number can be found on a decal attached to the

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

ation of the decal).

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

Water Bottle Holder*

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Roller Adjustment Bolts

Circuit Breaker

On/off Switch

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included

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ASSEMBLY

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. Assembly can be completed using the included
allen wrenches.

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a

mall amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal

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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.

1. Slide the Right and Left Uprights (95, 97) onto the brack­ets near the front of the Frame (76).

Uprights are on the correct sides; the indicated
holes must be facing inward.

Raise the Right Upright (95) until the lower hole in the
front of the Right Upright is aligned with the upper hole in
the bracket on the Frame (76). Finger tighten an Upright
Bolt (96) into the Right Upright and the bracket. Do not

tighten the Upright Bolt yet.

Repeat this step with the Left Upright (97).

2. While a second person holds the Handrail (91) near the
Uprights (95, 97), feed the Upright Wire Harness (57) in
the Handrail down into the Right Upright. Pull the lower
end of the Upright Wire Harness out of the lower end of
the Right Upright. If there is a wire tie on the end of the
Upright Wire Harness, remove it. Then, set the Handrail
on the Uprights.

Finger tighten eight Handrail Bolts (99) into the Uprights
(95, 97) and the Handrail (91). Do not tighten the

Handrail Bolts yet. Be careful to avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (57).

Make sure that the

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2

97

91

99

97

Holes

86

96

99

100

95

96

76

89

85

99

95

Note: The CD Holder (86) and the Cup Holder (85) are
replaceable. If these parts become dislodged from the
Console Base (89), simply press them back in.

3. Connect the Upright Wire Harness (100) to the Power
Wire Harness (57).

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

tors down into the hole in the Frame (76), and push all of
the excess wire harness up into the Right Upright (95).

Make sure that the Wire Harnesses remain fully con­nected.

The connectors should slide to-

Next, insert the connec

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95

76

100

57

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4. Be careful to avoid pinching your hands or the Wire
Harnesses (not shown) during this step.

While a second person holds the Uprights (95, 97), re-

ove the two Upright Bolts (96) used in step 1. Next,

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slide the Uprights fully onto the brackets on the Frame
(not shown). Attach each Upright with four Upright Bolts
(96) as shown.

Firmly tighten all eight Upright Bolts.

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99

99

99

97

Firmly tighten the eight Handrail Bolts (99).

5. Plug the indicated end of the Power Cord (48) fully into
the treadmill as shown.

6. After the treadmill is moved to the location where it will
be used (see HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL
below), make sure that both Rear Feet (5) and both
Wheels (not shown) rest firmly on your floor. If the
treadmill rocks slightly on your floor, loosen the Rear
Foot Locknut (113) above the right Rear Foot. Turn the
right Rear Foot clockwise or counterclockwise until the
rocking motion is eliminated. Then, retighten the Rear
Foot Locknut.

95

96

96

5

48

6

113

5

113

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7. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen
wrenches for adjustment purposes. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

Note: It may be helpful to leave the treadmill at an in­cline while moving it.

make sure that the power cord is unplugged from
the wall outlet.

Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it
requires two persons. While one person lifts the indi-

cated end, firmly hold the handrails and tip the treadmill
forward until it rolls on the front wheels. Carefully move
the treadmill to the desired location and then lower it.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, use extreme
caution while moving the treadmill. Do not attempt
to move the treadmill over uneven surfaces.

Before moving the treadmill,

Lift

Here

Handrails

Wheels

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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

OW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

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he chest pulse sensor consists of two components—

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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.

Chest Strap

Tabs

Tab

ach use, it may remain activated longer than nec-

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essary, 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

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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).

• 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

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. Then, return the sen
sor unit to a position against your chest.

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

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

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people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical

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conditions such as premature ventricular contrac
tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

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CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• 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
dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after

• 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 in the chest pulse sensor may
need to be replaced (see page 25).

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TREADMILL OPERATION

HE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

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

cone spray or other substances to the walking

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elt or the walking platform. Such substances will

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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

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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

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ccordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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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.

1

Grounded Outlet Box

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet

2

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-

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

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Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

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Matrix

Main Display

Note: If there is a thin
sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the

onsole, remove it.

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The console offers an impressive array of features to
help you get the most from your exercise.

When the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
a touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
provide continuous exercise feedback. The console
will also show your heart rate when you use the hand­grip pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor.

Six preset workout programs are also offered. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline
of the treadmill to give you an effective workout.

In addition, the console offers three pulse-driven pro-

and incline of

grams that adjust the
to keep your heart rate near target levels during your
workouts, and a unique fitness test program that mea­sures your relative fitness level.

speed

the treadmill

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
cable, you can connect the treadmill 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 treadmill as a personal
trainer guides you through every step of your workout.
High-energy music provides added motivation. To pur-

chase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call the toll­free telephone number on the front cover of this
manual.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac­cess programs directly from the internet. Additional op
tions are soon to be available.

more information.

See www.iFIT.com for

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