USER`S MANUAL
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1. CO RESISTANCE CO CALS DISTANCE Measure your heart rate if desired Note If you wear the optional chest pulse sen sor see page 19 and hold the handgrip pulse sensor at the same time the console may not display your heart rate accurately 12 If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the hand grip pulse sen sor peel off the plastic To measure your heart rate place your hands on the contacts your palms must be resting on the contacts closest to you and your fingers must be touching the other con tacts Avoid moving your hands When your pulse is detected the heart rate indicator above the right display will light dashes may appear in the dis play and then your heart rate will be shown For the most accurate heart rate reading continue holding the contacts for about 15 seconds Note If your heart rate is not shown make sure that your hands are posi tioned as described Be careful not to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the metal con tacts too tightly HEART RATE I _ ICO CO CALS DISTANCE When you hold the pulse sensor the right display will show your heart rate for about 15 seconds If you continue to hold the pulse sensor the display will show your heart rate along with the distance you have pedaled and the number of calories you have burned When you are finished exercising the console will automatically turn off If2. AUDIO OUT jack 17 HOW TO USE IFIT COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT com CDs or videocassettes the elliptical crosstrainer must be connected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo computer with CD player or VCR See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER on page 15 To purchase iFIT com CDs and videocassettes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 Follow the steps below to use an iFIT com CD or video program 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged in Refer to step 1 on page 11 Press any button on the console or move the pedals to turn on the power Refer to step 2 on page 11 3 Select the iFIT com mode When the console is turned on the manual mode will be selected To select the iFIT com mode press the iFIT com button The indicator beside the button will light Insert the iFIT com CD or videocassette If you are using an iFIT com CD insert the CD into your CD player If you are using an iFIT com videocassette insert the videocassette into your VCR 18 Press the play button on your CD player or VCR A moment after the play button is pressed your personal trainer will begin guiding you through your workout Simply follow your personal trainer s instructions The program will function in almost the same way as a smart program refer to step 4 on page 13 However an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the resistance and or
3. Model No NTE99021 Serial No Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS If you have questions or if there are missing parts we will guar antee complete satisfaction through direct assistance from our factory TO AVOID DELAYS PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE The trained technicians on our cus tomer hot line will provide imme diate assistance free of charge to you CUSTOMER HOT LINE 1 888 825 2588 Mon Fri 6 a m 6 p m MST 44 CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc tions in this manual before using this equipment Keep this manual for future reference NordiciIrack CAT 980 USER S MANUAL N Visit our website at DI www nordictrack com new products prizes fitness tips and much more A Nordiclrack CXT 980 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS LL 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN a oana ere cata Gene da Da eed 4 ASSEMBLY salle e ar apa it Rai e a a oi i d i tra A ai a 5 HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER LL 8 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING i 20 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 21 PARELISI canale ai in E apa aa 22 EXPLODED DRAWING 23 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Li Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY occ Back Cover NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health amp Fitness Inc 2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS A WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury read the following important precau tions before using the elliptical crosstr
4. The right display will show the distance you have pedaled and the approximate number of calories you have burned The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds as shown by the indicators The display will also show your heart rate when the pulse sensor is used CO HEART RATE J 1 CO CALS DISTANCE If you stop exercising for several seconds a tone will sound and the console will pause Note The console can display speed and distance in either miles or kilometers To determine which unit of measure ment is selected hold down the Start Program button for three seconds An E for English miles or an M for metric kilometers will appear in the matrix To change the unit of mea surement press the button this is the button that also selects resistance level 10 While an E or an M appears in the matrix the left display will show the total numbers of hours that the elliptical crosstrainer has been used and the right display will show the total number of miles pedaled When you are fin ished viewing this information press the Start Program button again RESISTANCE 4 DUR SPEED MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES FLASHIN rp zone ucr ELE FATBURN ENDURANCE cooLpown PERFORMANCE SPEED RAMP O HEART RATE i NERE TIME
5. M8 Nylon Locknut Adjustment Cable Assembly Resistance Motor Flange Screw M6 x 38mm Bolt Wire Harness M6 Nylon Locknut Console M5 x 25mm Screw Stop Nut Front Stabilizer Side Shield Support M6 Washer Console Washer Incline Motor Reed Switch Lock Incline Reed Switch Tree Fastener Left Incline Shield Right Incline Shield Incline Bolt Incline Spacer M10 x 25mm Screw Zip Tie 8 x 3 8 Screw Wiring Board Junction Box Cover Grommet Grease Teflon Lubricant Push Nut Tool Allen Wrench User s Manual Note indicates a non illustrated part Specifications are subject to change without notice See the back cover of this manual for information about ordering replacement parts 22 R1202A EXPLODED DRAWING Model No NTE99021 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts simply call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 888 825 2588 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please be prepared to give the following information when calling The MODEL NUMBER of the product NTE99021 The NAME of the product NordicTrack CXT 980 elliptical crosstrainer The SERIAL NUMBER of the product see the front cover of this manual The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part s from page 22 of this manual LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED T he entire NordicTrack elliptical crosstrainer
6. inset drawing Note It may be helpful if another person holds a block of wood against one end of the Arm Axle while you tap Push Nuts onto the other end Then press an Axle Cap 34 onto each Pedal Tool 15 19 end of the Arm Axle 9 Make sure that all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer are properly tightened Note Some hardware may be left over after assembly is completed 7 INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor refer to page 19 follow the steps below to install the receiver and the Y connector included with the chest pulse sensor 1 Remove the four indicated screws from the back of the Console 87 Lift the top of the Console Be careful not to disconnect any wires 2 Peel the paper off the adhesive pad on the back of the receiver A Orient the receiver exactly as shown and press it onto the Console 87 in the indicated location Connect the wire on the receiver A to the Y connector B as shown Unplug the indicated console wire C from the indicated jack D and plug the console wire into the Y connector Then plug the Y connector into the jack D Refer to step 1 above Reattach the top of the Console 87 with the four screws Make sure that no wires are pinched Note Any other wires that are included with the chest pulse sensor may be discarded HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER HOW TO PLUG IN
7. repeatedly these are the buttons that select resistance levels 9 and 10 to enter your age and then press the Enter Age button Once you have entered your age your age will be saved in memory Hold the handgrip pulse sensor To use a heart rate program you must use the handgrip pulse sensor refer to step 6 on page 12 or the optional chest pulse sensor refer to page 19 If you use the handgrip pulse sensor it is not necessary to hold the handgrips continu ously during the program However you should hold the handgrips frequently for the program to operate properly Each time you hold the hand grips keep your hands on the metal contacts for at least 30 seconds Start the program To start the program press the Start Program button or simply begin exercising Each heart rate program consists of twenty one minute seg ments One resistance setting and one heart rate setting are programmed for each segment The same resistance setting and or heart rate setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments The resistance set ting for the first segment will be shown in the flash ing Current Segment column of the matrix The resistance settings for the next five segments will be shown in the columns to the right When only three seconds remain in the first segment both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash a series of tones will sound and all resis tance settings will move on
8. the console buttons are not pressed and the pedals are not moved for a few minutes the con sole will automatically turn off HOW TO USE A SMART PROGRAM 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged in Refer to step 1 on page 11 Press any button on the console or move the pedals to turn on the power Refer to step 2 on page 11 E Select one of the eight smart programs When the power is turned on the manual mode will be selected To select a smart pro gram press the Select Program button repeatedly until a P 1 P 2 P 3 P 4 P 5 P 6 P 7 or P 8 appears in the left display CO SPEED C3 RAMP CO RESISTANCE TIME The profiles labeled P1 to P8 on the console show the resistance and pace settings for the smart programs For example profile P5 shows that during program 5 both the resistance and the pace will gradually increase during the first half of the program and then decrease during the last half Note When you select a smart program the matrix will show a simplified profile of the program 4 Start the program To start the program press the Start Program button or simply begin exercising Each program is divided into several one two three and four minute segments One resistance setting and one pace setting are programmed for each segment The same resistance setting and or pace setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments The resistance setting for the first
9. the pace setting is about to change Note If the resistance of the elliptical cross trainer and or the pace setting does not change when a chirp is heard e Make sure that the indicator beside the iFIT com button is lit Adjust the volume of your CD player or VCR If the volume is too high or too low the con sole may not detect the program signals e Make sure that the audio cable is properly connected and that it is fully plugged in G Watch your progress with the two displays Refer to step 5 on page 11 Measure your heart rate if desired Refer to step 6 on page 12 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 7 on page 12 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www iFIT com allows you to play iFlT com audio and video programs directly from the internet To use programs from our Web site the ellip tical crosstrainer must be connected to your home computer See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUT ER on page 17 In addition you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider A list of specific system requirements will be found on our Web site Follow the steps below to use a program from our Web site 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged in Refer to step 1 on page 11 Press any button on the console or move the pedals to turn on the power Refer to step 2 on page 11 E Select the iFIT com mode When the console is
10. turned on the manual mode will be selected To select the iFIT com mode press the iFIT com button The indicator beside the button will light Go to your computer and start an internet connection Start your Web browser if necessary and go to our Web site at www iFIT com Follow the desired links on our Web site to select a program Read and follow the on line instructions for using a program 7 Follow the on line instructions to start the program When you start the program an on screen count down will begin Return to the elliptical crosstrainer and begin exercising When the on screen countdown ends the pro gram will begin The program will function in almost the same way as a Smart program refer to step 4 on page 13 However an electronic chirp ing sound will alert you when the resistance and or the pace setting is about to change E Follow your progress with the two displays Refer to step 5 on page 11 EJ easure your heart rate if desired Refer to step 6 on page 12 When you are finished exercising the console will automatically turn off Refer to step 7 on page 12 THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR The optional chest pulse sensor provides hands free operation and continuously monitors your heart rate during your workouts To purchase the optional chest pulse sensor call toll free 1 800 734 2377 19 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and p
11. E THE UPPER BODY ARMS As you exercise push and pull the upper body arms in order to work your arms back and shoulders To exercise only your lower body hold the handgrip pulse sensor as you exercise Upper Body Arms CONSOLE DIAGRAM SMART PROGRAMS A HEART RATE CONTROL 0000000 00000000 0000009 00000009 00000000 RESISTANCE amp PACE gt nt A P9 68 50 50 71 80 71 80 ENTER YOUR AGE THEN START PROGRAM ADJUST YOUR SPEED MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES 1 TO MATCH FLASHING I B Training Zone Bar TRAINING ZONE LIGHT q T WARM UP COOLDOWN FAT BURN T ENDURANCE L PERFORMANCE J SPEED RAMP c HEART RATE A WARNING Dispays H To reduce risk of serious injury read and understand the user s manual all instructions and the warnings before use Keep children away i II I O RESISTANCE TIME CO CALS DISTANCE SELECT PROGRAM Cee mm Note If there is a sheet of clear CM plastic on the WALK 1STEP RAMP ANGLE 20 25 CYCLE 30 CLIMB J face of the con sole remove it 5 1STEP RESISTANCE E FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console of
12. Product is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship WHO IS COVERED The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser HOW LONG IS IT COVERED ICON Health amp Fitness Inc ICON warrants the product for one year after the date of purchase Labor is covered for one year WHAT WE DO TO CORRECT COVERED DEFECTS We will ship to you without charge any replacement part or component pro viding the repairs are authorized by ICON first and are performed by an ICON trained and authorized service provider or at our option we will replace the Product WHAT IS NOT COVERED Any failures or damage caused by unauthorized service misuse accident negligence improper assem bly or installation alterations modifications without our written authorization or by failure on your part to use operate and maintain as set out in your User s Manual Manual WHAT YOU MUST DO Always retain proof of purchase such as your bill of sale store operate and maintain the Product as spec ified in the Manual notify our Customer Service Department of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect as instruct ed return any defected part for replacement or if necessary the entire product for repair USER S MANUAL lt is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product Remember to do the periodic maintenance requirements specifie
13. THE POWER CORD erly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This product is for This product use on a nominal 120 volt circuit Important The must be Grounded Outlet Box elliptical crosstrainer is not compatible with GFCI grounded equipped outlets If it should A Grounding Plug malfunction y ar DISSE A DANGER Improper connection OWN of the equipment grounding conductor can grounding 7 Grounding Pin result in an increased risk of electric shock a a Check with a qualified electrician or service ra is Grounded Outlet man if you are in doubt as to whether the electa product is properly grounded Do not modify current to reduce the risk of electric shock This prod uct is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet that is prop the plug provided with the produci if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician A temporary adapter may be used to connect the power cord to a 2 pole receptacle as shown at the right if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Outlet Box Metal Screw 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
14. TRAINING ZONES C E a I T T FAT BURN ENDURANCE N The program will continue until the resistance set ting for the last segment is shown in the Current Segment column of the matrix and the left display shows that no time remains in the program Note During the program you can adjust the angle of the incline ramp with the Ramp Angle buttons In addition you can manually override the resistance setting for the current segment if desired with the Resistance buttons However when the next seg ment begins the resistance will automatically adjust to the setting for the next segment If you stop exercising for six seconds or longer a tone will sound and the program will pause Watch your progress with the two displays Refer to step 5 on page 11 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 7 on page 12 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER To use iFIT com CDs the elliptical crosstrainer must be connected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo or computer with CD player See pages 15 to 17 for connecting instructions To use iFIT com videocassettes the elliptical crosstrainer must be connected to your VCR See page 17 for con necting instructions To use iFIT com programs directly from our Web site the elliptical crosstrainer must be connected to your home comp
15. ainer 1 Read all instructions in this manual before 12 The pulse sensor is not a medical device using the elliptical crosstrainer Various factors including the user s move ment may affect the accuracy of heart rate 2 It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure readings The pulse sensor is intended only that all users of the elliptical crosstrainer as an exercise aid in determining heart rate are adequately informed of all precautions trends in general 3 The elliptical crosstrainer is intended for 13 When you stop exercising allow the pedals in home use only Do not use the elliptical to slowly come to a complete stop The ellip crosstrainer in a commercial rental or insti tical crosstrainer does not have a free tutional setting wheel the pedals will continue to move until the flywheel stops 4 Place the elliptical crosstrainer on a level surface with a mat beneath it to protect the 14 Always unplug the power cord immediately floor or carpet Keep the elliptical crosstrain after use and before cleaning the elliptical er indoors away from moisture and dust crosstrainer 5 Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu 15 The decal shown below has been placed on larly Replace any worn parts immediately the elliptical crosstrainer If the decal is missing or illegible please call our Customer 6 Keep children under age 12 and pets away Service Department toll free at 1 888 825 from the elliptical crosstrain
16. d in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfaction HOW TO GET PARTS AND SERVICE Simply call our Customer Service Department at 1 888 825 2588 and tell them your name and address and the serial number of your Product They will tell you how to get a part replaced or if necessary arrange for service where your Product is located or advise you how to ship the Product for service Before shipping always obtain a Return Authorization Number RA No from our Customer Service Department securely pack your Product save the original shipping car ton if possible put the RA No on the outside of the carton and insure the product Include a letter explaining the product or prob lem and a copy of your proof of purchase if you believe the service is covered by warranty ICON is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or per formance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss loss of property loss of revenues or profits loss of enjoy ment or use costs of removal installation or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature Some states do not allow the exclu sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you The warranty extended hereunder is in lieu of any and all other warranties and any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limi
17. e column to the left The resistance setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the resistance of the ellipti cal crosstrainer will automatically adjust to the sec ond setting Current Segment As you exercise the Training Zone bar will help you to keep your heart rate near the heart rate setting for the current segment The lit indicators in the bar will show your actual pace a When you hold the handgrip pulse sensor or wear the optional chest pulse sensor the console will period ically compare your heart rate to the heart rate set ting for the current segment if neces sary an indicator in the bar will then flash to prompt you to increase or decrease your pace to bring your heart rate closer to the current heart rate setting If an indicator to the right of the lit indicators flashes see drawing a above increase your pace If an indicator to the left of any lit indicator flashes see drawing b decrease your pace When no indicator is flashing your heart rate is near the current heart rate setting Important The heart rate settings are intend ed only to provide motivation Your actual heart rate may be slower than the current heart rate setting Make sure to exercise at a pace that is comfortable for you MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES E CI ET CICI T T FAT BURN ENDURANCE NA b MOTIVATIONAL
18. ep of your workout High energy music provides added motivation Each CD fea tures two programs designed by certified personal trainers In addition you can connect the elliptical crosstrainer to your VCR and TV and play iFIT com video programs videocassettes are available separately Video pro grams offer the same benefits as iFIT com CD pro grams but add the excitement of working out with a class and an instructor With the elliptical crosstrainer connected to your com puter you can also go to our new Web site at www iFIT com and access audio programs and video programs directly from the internet To purchase iFIT com CDs and videocassettes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 10 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged in Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 8 Note When the power cord is plugged in the elliptical cross trainer may auto matically cali brate itself During calibra tion the letters CAL will appear in the left display and the indica tors in the Training Zone bar will flash in sequence Calibration will last one to two minutes DUR SPEED MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING Zq T ENDURANCE T COOL DOWN FAT BURN CD SPEED CO RAMP cum J LU CO RESISTANCE TIME o Press any button on the console or move the pedals to turn on the pow
19. er C Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into a 1 8 Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your stereo Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter Audio Cable Y adapter Headphones gt HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack see instruction A below If the LINE OUT jack is being used see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter Plug the adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter Plug the adapter into an RCA Y adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that is currently plugged into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo and plug the wire into the unused side of the Y adapter Plug the Y adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo Cable Adapter ml che Wire removed from LINE OUT jack 16 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note If your computer has a 1 8 LINE OUT jack see instruction A If your computer has only a PHONES jack see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of t
20. er When any button on the console is pressed or the pedals are moved the displays and various indicators will light Note If the power cord was just plugged in the power will already be on Select the manual mode When the power is turned on the manual mode will be selected If you have selected a smart program a heart rate program or the iFIT com mode select the manual mode by pressing the Select Program button repeatedly until a track appears in the matrix Begin exercising and adjust the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer and the angle of the incline ramp as desired 1STEP RESISTANCE 314 5 6 7 As you exercise change the resis tance of the ellipti cal crosstrainer by pressing the Resistance but tons There are ten resistance levels level 10 is the most chal lenging Note After the Resistance buttons are pressed it will take a moment for the pedals to reach the selected resistance level 11 To vary the affect of your exercise on PROGRAM START PROGRAM the elliptical 1STEP RAMP ANGLE 15 20 25 crosstrainer RD aa increase or 1STEP RESISTANCE Q al Q decrease the angle of the incline ramp by pressing the Ramp Angle buttons There are five ramp angles Note After the Ramp Angle buttons are pressed it will take a moment for the ramp to reach the selected angle Watch your p
21. er at all times 2588 to order a free replacement decal Apply the decal in the location shown 7 The elliptical crosstrainer should not be used PP Y by persons weighing more than 250 pounds 8 Wear appropriate exercise clothing when A WARNING using the elliptical crosstrainer Always wear Keep hands and feet away A A from ramp while in operation athletic shoes for foot protection 9 Always hold the handlebar or the upper body arms when mounting dismounting or using the elliptical crosstrainer 10 Keep your back straight when using the ellip tical crosstrainer do not arch your back 11 If you feel pain or dizziness while exercis ing stop immediately and cool down A 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 prob lems Read all instructions before using ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack CXT 980 elliptical crosstrainer The CXT 980 is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles And the unique CXT 980 features adjustable resistance and incline to help you get the most from your exercise Welcome to a whole new world of natural elliptical motion exercise
22. fers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective When the manual mode of the console is selected the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer and the angle of the incline ramp can be changed with a 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 sen sor For information about an optional chest pulse sen sor refer to page 19 The console also offers eight smart workout programs Each program automatically changes the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer and prompts you to increase or decrease your pace as it guides you through an effective workout In addition the console features two heart rate work out programs that automatically change the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer and prompt you to vary your pace to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate as you exercise The console also features new iFIT com interactive technology IFIT com technology is like having a per sonal trainer right in your home Using the included audio cable you can connect the elliptical crosstrainer to your home stereo portable stereo or computer and play special iFIT com CD programs CDs are available separately IFIT com CD programs automatically con trol the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer and prompt you to vary your pace as a personal trainer coaches you through every st
23. from NordicTrack For your benefit read this manual carefully before you use the elliptical crosstrainer If you have addi Water Bottle Holder tional questions 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 excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number is NTE99021 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical crosstrainer see the front cover of this man ual for the location of the decal Before reading further please familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled in the drawing below Upper Body Arm Bookrack Handgrip Pulse Sensor Pedal Disk Console Incline Ramp Wheel Pedal Spring Arm RIGHT SIDE No water bottle is included ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people Place all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer in a cleared area and remove the packing materials Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed In addition to the two included allen wrenches assembly requires a phillips screwdriver z an adjustable wrench JA a rubber mallet and pliers gt As you assemble the elliptical crosstrainer use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key
24. he cable into the LINE OUT jack on your computer B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into a 1 8 Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your computer Plug your headphones or speak ers into the other side of the Y adapter 1 8 Y adapter nr Headphones Speakers HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used see instruction B If you have a TV with a built in VCR see instruction B If your VCR is connected to your home stereo see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 16 A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter Plug the adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR AUDIO OUT B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter Plug the adapter into an RCA Y adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that is currently plugged into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR and plug the wire into the unused side of the Y adapter Plug the Y adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR Ee Wire removed from
25. ining zone The lower two numbers are recommended heart rates for fat burning the highest number is the recommended heart rate for aerobic exercise Fat Burning To burn fat effectively you must exercise at a relative ly low intensity level for a sustained period of time 21 During the first few minutes of exercise your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for ener gy Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy If your goal is to burn fat adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest num ber in your training zone as you exercise For maximum fat burning adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the middle num ber in your training zone as you exercise Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be aerobic Aerobic exer cise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone as you exercise WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include the following three parts A warm up consisting of 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise A proper warm up increase
26. k onto the Console 87 in the location shown 7 Identify the Left Pedal 41 Attach the Left Pedal to the Left Spring Arm 3 with an M10 x 33mm Carriage Bolt 61 an M10 Washer 63 and an Adjustment Knob 77 as shown Note The Left Pedal can be attached in any of five positions see HOW TO ADJUST THE PED ALS on page 9 Attach the Right Pedal not shown in the same way Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position 8 Apply a small amount of the included Teflon lubricant to a paper towel Rub a thin film of the lubricant onto the Chrome Tubes 21 Next slide the Left Upper Body Arm 7 which is marked with a sticker onto the left Chrome Tube Slide the Right Upper Body Arm 75 onto the right Chrome Tube Make sure that the Upper Body Arms are on the correct sides the upper ends should bend in the direction shown by the arrows Next slide an Axle Cover 74 onto the post on each Upper Body Arm Apply grease to the Arm Axle 19 Insert the Arm Axle into the right Axle Cover 74 and the Right Upper Body Arm 75 Next insert the Arm Axle into the Upright 2 until the left end of the Arm Axle is flush with the left side of the Upright Then insert the Arm Axle into the left Axle Cover 74 and the Left Upper Body Arm 7 Center the Arm Axle 19 Using the included pedal tool tap two Push Nuts 15 about 1 8 onto each end of the Arm Axle Make sure that the Push Nuts are turned as shown in the
27. ks slightly during use turn one or both of the leveling feet under the rear stabilizer until the rocking motion is elim inated Leveling Feet CONDITIONING GUIDELINES A WARNING Before beginning this or any exercise pro gram consult your physician This is espe cially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre existing health prob lems 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 deter mining heart rate trends in general The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program Remember that proper nutrition and adequate rest are essential for successful results EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity The proper intensity level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide The chart below shows recom mended heart rates for fat burning maximum fat burning and cardiovascular aerobic exercise 165 155 145 130 125 115 Y 103 Y 145 138 130 118 110 125 120 115 105 95 90 w 20 30 40 60 70 80 To find the proper heart rate for you first find your age on the bottom line of the chart ages are rounded off to the nearest ten years Next find the three numbers above your age The three numbers are your tra
28. lt M8 5 Flat Washer Foam Grip Arm Axle Plastic Arm Sleeve Chrome Tube M10 Split Washer Arm Bushing 56mm Spacer Frame Endcap M10 Nylon Locknut M10 Union Bolt Set Belt Incline Axle M8 x 19mm Screw Incline Bushing Incline Ramp Cap M8 Washer Pivot Axle Cap Console Screw Spring Flywheel Flywheel Bearing Flywheel Axle Pedal Disk Left Pedal Right Pedal M6 x 33mm Flat Head Screw Incline Wheel Stabilizer Wheel M8 Union Bolt Set Left Side Shield Right Side Shield M5 x 6mm Screw Reed Switch Wire Extension Wire Harness Reed Switch Bracket Spring Bracket Reed Switch Clamp Magnet Left Rear Spring Bracket Key No 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 Qty DVI 4A SA ANNNNAH HH O A Q R1202A Description Right Rear Spring Bracket M8 Split Washer Rear Stabilizer M10 x 56mm Screw M10 x 33mm Carriage Bolt Front Stabilizer Endcap M10 Washer Rear Stabilizer Endcap M10 x 43mm Screw J Bolt Spring Bracket Bushing Eyebolt C Magnet Adjustment Bracket M4 x 63 5mm Screw M4 x 16mm Screw M5 x 16mm Screw Axle Cover Right Upper Body Arm Pedal Bushing Adjustment Knob Snap Ring Spring Spacer
29. number of the part from the PART LIST on page 22 The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly Note Some small parts may have been pre attached for shipping If a part is not in the parts bag check to see if it has been pre assembled ui MN O CO M8 x 19mm M10 x 25mm M8 Split M10 Split M8 Washer M10 Washer Screw 30 4 Screw 102 3 Washer 58 4 Washer 22 11 33 4 63 2 mio a M10 x 43mm Screw 65 4 M10 x 56mm Screw 60 4 M10 x 33mm Carriage Bolt 61 2 1 Identify the Rear Stabilizer 59 which has Leveling Feet 14 threaded into it Attach the Rear Stabilizer to the Frame with the four M10 x 56mm Screws 60 and four M10 Split Washers 22 2 Attach the Front Stabilizer 90 to the Frame 1 with the four M10 x 43mm Screws 65 and four M10 Split Washers 22 Make sure that the Front Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels 45 are not touching the floor 3 Slide an M8 Split Washer 58 and an M8 Washer 33 onto an M8 x 19mm Screw 30 Tighten the Screw into one end of an Incline Axle 29 Next apply a small amount of the included grease to the Incline Axle Align the indicated tubes on the Incline Ramp 5 with the tubes on the Frame 1 Make sure that the Incline Ramp is turned so the V shaped grooves are on top Insert the Incline Axle 29 into the Incline Ramp and the Frame Note lt may be helpful to tap the Incline Axle wi
30. outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Some 2 pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded Contact a qualified electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALS The motion of the pedals is deter mined by their positions on the spring arms There are five dif ferent pedal posi tions To adjust the pedals first loosen the knob beneath each pedal Slide the pedals forward or backward to the desired position and then retighten the knobs Make sure that both pedals are in the same position EXERCISING ON THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER To mount the elliptical crosstrainer hold the handgrip pulse sensor and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position Next step onto the other pedal Push the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous motion Note The pedal disks can turn in either direction It is recommended that you turn the pedal disks in the direction shown by the arrow below To give variety to your exercise turn the pedal disks in the opposite direction Pulse Sensor To dismount the elliptical crosstrainer wait until the pedals come to a complete stop The elliptical crosstrainer does not have a free wheel the ped als will continue to move until the flywheel stops When the pedals are stationary step off the highest pedal first Then step off the lowest pedal HOW TO US
31. re intended only to provide motivation Your actual pace may be slower than the current pace setting Make sure to exercise at a pace that is comfortable for you The program will continue until the resistance set ting for the last segment is shown in the Current Segment column of the matrix and the left display shows that no time remains in the program Note During the program you can adjust the angle of the incline ramp with the Ramp Angle but tons In addition you can override the resistance setting for the current segment if desired with the Resistance buttons However when the next segment begins the resistance will automatically adjust to the setting for the next segment If you stop exercising for several seconds a tone will sound and the program will pause To restart the program simply resume exercising Watch your progress with the two displays Refer to step 5 on page 11 G Measure your heart rate if desired Refer to step 6 on page 12 7 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 7 on page 12 HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM Each heart rate program helps you to keep your heart rate near a certain percentage of your maximum heart rate during your workout Your maximum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220 For example if you are 30 years old your maximum heart rate is 190 Heart rate program 9 is designed to keep your heart rate bet
32. rogress with the matrix the Training Zone bar and the two displays The matrix When the manual 00000000 mode or the 00000000 00000000 00000000 00000000 iFIT com mode is selected the matrix will show a track representing 1 4 mile As you exercise the indicators around the track will flash to indicate your position on the track When you have completed a lap a new lap will begin The Training Zone bar The Training Zone bar will show 3 your pace and the PON SecA approximate inten sity level of your exercise For example if three or four indicators in the bar are lit the bar shows that your pace is ideal for fat burning During smart programs and heart rate programs the Training Zone bar will also prompt you to increase or decrease your pace ED MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES ic AAA T ENDURANCE PERFOI The left display The left display will show the elapsed time the resistance level your speed and the angle of the incline ramp The display will change from one number to the next every few seconds as shown by the indicators around the display When a smart program or a heart rate program is selected the display will show the time remaining in the program rather than the elapsed time CO SPEED C RAMP LU CO RESISTANCE TIME The right display
33. roperly tighten all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer regularly Replace any worn parts immedi ately For smooth operation of the elliptical crosstrainer the incline ramp should be kept clean Using a soft cloth and mild detergent clean dust and other residue from the incline ramp where the wheels make contact with it Other parts of the elliptical crosstrainer can also be cleaned in this way Keep liquids off the console Never use abrasives or solvents HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH If the console does not display correct feedback the reed switch should be adjusted To adjust the reed switch the Side Shields 47 48 and the Pedal Disks 40 must be removed Remove the indicated Screws 72 88 from both Side Shields and Pedal Disks Pull the Pedal Disks out of the Side Shields Lift the Side Shields off the elliptical crosstrainer 20 Next locate the Reed Switch 50 Turn the Flywheel 37 until the Magnet 55 is aligned with the Reed Switch Loosen but do not remove the indicated Screw 72 Slide the Reed Switch slightly closer to or away from the Magnet Retighten the Screw Rock the Flywheel forward and back just enough that the Magnet passes the Reed Switch repeatedly Repeat until the console displays correct feedback When the Reed Switch is correctly adjusted reattach the side shields and the pedal disks HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER If the elliptical crosstrainer roc
34. s your body temperature heart rate and circulation in prepa ration for exercise Training zone exercise consisting of 20 to 30 min utes of exercising with your heart rate in your training zone During the first few weeks of your exercise program do not keep your heart rate in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes A cool down with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post exercise problems EXERCISE FREQUENCY To maintain or improve your condition complete three workouts each week with at least one day of rest between workouts After a few months of regular exer cise you may complete up to five workouts each week if desired The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life PART LIST Model No NTE99021 Key No UU VI VI VI VI VI SA DS A DA DD DS 09 GI DI QI VI VI WI WI VW WNNNNNNNDNNONT did e de o mm oO Ooo Ooo Co Co op oO OO ON OOFROQO Qty mM MM DDD ANH NNNNO O 3 4 N N NNNRN N ANDA Description Frame Upright Left Spring Arm Right Spring Arm Incline Ramp Crank Arm Left Upper Body Arm Large Pulley Frame Bearing Plastic Crank Spacer Flat Delrin Washer Idler Bracket Power Cord Leveling Foot Push Nut M10 x 25mm Flat Head Bo
35. segment will be shown in the flash ing Current Segment column of the matrix The resistance settings for the next five segments will be shown in the columns to the right When only three seconds remain in the first segment both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash a series of tones will sound and all resis tance settings will move one column to the left Current Segment DOOOSO 00000 00000 00000 00000000 The resistance setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the resistance of the ellipti cal crosstrainer will automatically adjust to the sec ond setting The pace settings for the program will a MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES be shown by the Training Zone bar T ENDURANCE ans A FAT BURN The lit indicators in the bar will show your actual pace If an indicator to the MOTIVATIONAL TRAINING ZONES I EAS I LD right of the lit indi i T T FAT BURN ENDURANCE PER cators flashes see drawing a increase your pace If an indicator to the left of any lit indicator flashes see drawing b decrease your pace When no indicator is flashing your pace matches the cur rent pace setting Important The pace settings a
36. ted in its scope and duration to the terms set forth herein Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts Accordingly the above limitation may not apply to you No one is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of this limited warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state ICON HEALTH amp FITNESS INC 1500 S 1000 W LOGAN UT 84321 9813 Part No 189553 R1202A Printed in China O 2002 ICON Health amp Fitness Inc
37. th a rubber mallet to insert it Slide an M8 Split Washer 58 and an M8 Washer 33 onto another M8 x 19mm Screw 30 Tighten the Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle 29 4 Slide an M8 Split Washer 58 and an M8 Washer 33 onto an M8 x 19mm Screw 30 Tighten the Screw into one end of the other Incline Axle 29 Next apply a small amount of grease to the Incline Axle Raise the Incline Ramp 5 Insert the Incline Axle 29 through one side of the Incline Ramp through a 56mm Spacer 24 through the end of the motor screw through another 56mm Spacer 24 and then through the other side of the Incline Ramp Slide an M8 Split Washer 58 and an M8 Washer 33 onto another M8 x 19mm Screw 30 Tighten the Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle 29 5 While another person holds the Upright 2 near the Frame 1 connect the Wire Harness 85 to the Make sure the Extension Wire Harness 51 Next attach the Upright Wire Harnesses to the Frame with three M10 x 25mm Screws 102 51 85 do not and three M10 Split Washers 22 Be careful to get pinched and avoid pinching the wire harnesses damaged during this step 6 Connect the wire harness on the Console 87 to the Extension Wire Harness 51 Attach the Console 87 to the Upright 2 with the four Console Screws 35 and the four Console Washers 93 packaged with the Console Be careful to avoid pinching the wire harnesses Snap the bookrac
38. uter See page 17 for connecting instructions HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE CD PLAYER Note If your CD player has separate LINE OUT and PHONES jacks see instruction A below If your CD player has only one jack see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the PHONES jack phones B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into a 1 8 Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter Audio Cable Y adapter E Headphones 15 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO Note If your stereo has an RCA type AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If your stereo has a 1 8 LINE OUT jack see instruction B If your stereo has only a PHONES jack see instruction C A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter Plug the adapter into an AUDIO OUT jack on your stereo AUDIO OUT RIGHT o 1 I uri oF B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo Do not use the adapt
39. ween 50 and 85 of your maxi mum heart rate while you exercise heart rate pro gram 10 is designed to keep your heart rate between 50 and 80 of your maximum heart rate Follow the steps below to use a heart rate program 1 Make sure that the power cord is plugged in Refer to step 1 on page 11 Press any button on the console or move the pedals to turn on the power Refer to step 2 on page 11 E Select one of the heart rate programs When the power is turned on the manual mode will be selected To select a heart rate program press the Select Program button repeatedly until a P 9 or P 10 appears in the left display CO SPEED CRAMP CO RESISTANCE TIME The profiles labeled P9 and P10 on the console show the resistance settings for the heart rate programs For example profile P9 shows that during program 9 the resistance will gradually increase during the program and then decrease near the end Note When you select a heart rate program the matrix will show a simplified profile of the program 4 Enter your age When a heart rate program is select ed the word AGE and the current IIL age setting will flash in the right display You must enter your age to use a heart rate program If you have already entered your age press the c HEART RATE CO CALS DISTANCE 14 Enter Age button and go to step 5 If you have not entered your age press the or button
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