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1. 5 5 R1003A Description Clamp Reed Switch Wire Return Spring Guide Rod Resistance Cable Flywheel Axle Flywheel Bearing Eye Bolt Adjustment Bracket M8 x 47mm Button Screw Washer M8 x 79mm Bolt Set M8 Washer M10 x 50mm Bolt Set Handlebar Bushing M4 x 16mm Round Head Screw M10 x 108mm Button Screw 8 Tek Washer M11 x 40mm Bolt Set M10 Split Washer M8 x 25mm Button Bolt M10 x 19mm Button Bolt M6 x 16mm Patch Screw M5 Nut M5 x 16mm Bolt M5 Washer M6 x 18mm Bolt M6 x 25mm Bolt 5 16 x 25mm Flange Screw 8 x 54mm Button Screw M8 x 44mm Button Screw M8 x 41mm Button Bolt M8 Jam Nut M4 x 38mm Screw M8 Nylon Locknut M10 Nylon Locknut M6 Nut M6 Nylon Locknut Snap Ring 8 x 54mm Button Screw 8 x 9 5mm Screw M4 x 19mm Screw M4 x 12mm Round Head Screw M4 x 25mm Screw M4 x 16mm Screw Ramp Spacer M5 Nylon Locknut 31 5mm Pulley Spacer Right Crank Arm Flywheel Spacer Support Plate M8 x 38mm Button Bolt Upper Foam Grip Key No Qty Description Key No Qty Description 107 2 Lower Foam Grip 118 2 Upper Body Arm 108 3 M4 x 25mm Tek Screw 119 2 Weld Spacer 109 2 7 6mm Spacer 120 2 Sleeve 110 4 Wheel Bushing 121 2 Upper Body Foam Grip 111 2 M8 x 19mm Patch Screw 122 2 Upper Body Endcap 112 2 Wheel 123 4 Upper Body Bushing 113 1 Belt 124 2 M5 x 5mm Scr2. RPM RAMP c3 CALORIES When a resistance and pace program is selected the matrix will show the first seven pace settings for the program The left display will show how long the program will last Press the Program Start button or begin pedaling to start the program Each program is divided into several time seg ments of different lengths One pace setting and one resistance setting are programmed for each segment The same pace setting and or resis tance setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments The pace setting for the first seg ment will be E shown in the flash Bt ing Current Segment column of the matrix The resistance settings are not shown in the matrix The pace settings for the next several segments will be shown in the columns to the right Current Segment As you exercise the Training Zone bar will help you to keep your pedaling pace near the pace 14 setting for the cur rent segment The lit indicators in the bar will show your actual pace If an indicator to the right of the lit indi cators is flashing see drawing a increase your pace DEDERE SS If an indicator to COOL DOWN FATBURN ENDURANCE PH the eft of any lit indicator is flashing see drawing b decrease your pace When no indicator is flashing your pace matches the pace setting for the current
3. B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack 19 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 Op Audio Cable Adapter Wire removed from AUDIO OUT jack HOW TO USE IFIT COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT com CDs or videocassettes the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your portable CD play er portable stereo home stereo computer with CD player or VCR See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER on page 17 To pur chase 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 Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console See step 1 on page 12 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 above the button will light T aio 30 Insert the iFIT com CD or videocassette If you are using an iFIT com CD insert the CD into your CD pla
4. 7 Apply a liberal amount of grease to the long side of each M8 x 79mm Bolt Set 65 Identify the Left Pedal 10 which has a notch near the right side Place the Left Pedal on the Left Pedal Leg 4 Have a second person hold the bracket on the left Upper Body Leg 31 inside of the bracket on the Left Pedal Leg and hold a Wheel 28 inside of the bracket on the left Upper Body Leg Align the indicated holes and attach the Left Pedal 10 the left Upper Body Leg 31 and the Wheel 28 to the Left Pedal Leg 4 with an M8 x 79mm Bolt Set 65 Attach the other end of the Left Pedal to the Left Pedal Leg with two M8 x 54mm Button Screws 83 Repeat this step on the right side of the elliptical exerciser See step 4 Tighten the two M10 x 108mm Button Screws 70 8 Have another person hold the Console 17 near the Upright 2 Connect the Upper Wire Harness 115 to the wire har the wires ness on the Console 17 Connect the Pulse during this step Extension Wire 114 to the pulse wire on the Console Next locate the two ground wires that are attached with a screw to the Upright 2 Connect the ground wires to the two smallest wires on the Console Do not pinch Carefully insert all excess wiring up into the Console 17 and down into the Upright 2 Attach the Console to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Screws 98 Note The Screws may be shipped in the console box Be careful to avoid pinching the wire
5. Nordiclrack 990 USER S MANUAL Model No NEL09940 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 customer hot line will provide immediate assistance free of charge to you CUSTOMER HOT LINE 1 888 825 2588 Mon Fri 6 6 p m MST Patent Pending Visit our website at CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc NFS tions in this manual before using WWwW nordictrack com this equipment Keep this manual for future reference new products prizes fitness tips and much more A NordicIrack 990 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN 2 2 paieti eremo ee Ve aser cho bere IR ea 4 ASSEMBLY pb oan dudes ovas Sate Dew a Ba argh BRE eee 5 HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER 10 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 22 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 23 PEN cry cides te eagle tia i 24 EXPLODED DRA
6. The matrix When the manual mode or the iFIT com mode is selected the matrix will show a track representing 1 4 mile As you exercise the indicators around the track will light one at a time until the entire track is lit When you have completed a lap a new lap will begin The Training Zone bar The Training Zone bar will show your pace and the approximate inten sity level of your exercise For exam ple if three or four indicators in the bar are lit the bar shows that your pace is ideal for fat burning During programs the Training Zone bar will also prompt you to increase or decrease your pace rcrum EE LEOESESESEHESEOESE EEuELE Cc OL DOWN FAT BURN ENDURANCE PERFORMA TRAINING ZONES The left display The left display will show the elapsed time the resistance level of the elliptical exerciser and the total number of rev olutions you have pedaled The display will change from one number to the next every few seconds as shown by the indicators around the display Note When a program is selected the display will show the time remaining in the pro gram instead of the elapsed time TIME lt RESISTANCE IL HL LI ee c TOTAL REVS me right HEART RATE dis
7. CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER To use iFIT com CDs the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo or computer with CD player See pages 17 and 18 for connecting instructions To use iFIT com videocassettes the elliptical exerciser must be con nected to your VCR See page 19 for connecting instructions To use iFIT com programs directly from our Web site the elliptical exerciser must be connect ed to your home computer See page 18 for connect ing 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 PHONES 1 8 Y adapter Audio Cable P e Sia Headphones gt HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO Note If your stereo has an RCA type AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If your stereo h
8. Note A combination of letters and numbers may appear in the displays Press the 30 Ramp button The ramp will move all of the way up and then all of the way down Press the Program Select button three times The console will then be in the normal operating mode and the elliptical exerciser will be ready for use 22 HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser hold the han dlebars firmly and place one foot against the ramp in the location shown below Pull the handlebars until the elliptical exerciser can be moved on the front wheels and carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location Then place one foot against the ramp and lower the elliptical exerciser Due to the size and weight of the elliptical exerciser use extreme caution while moving and lowering it Handlebars Place your foot here HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER If the elliptical exerciser rocks during use turn one or both of the leveling feet under the rear stabilizer until the rocking Leveling motion is elimi Foot nated 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 problems The pulse sensor is not a medical device Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings The pulse sensor is intended on
9. Tighten the Patch Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle 13 Have another person hold the Upright 2 in the posi tion shown Make sure that the Upright is turned as shown in drawing 5 on page 7 Connect the Upper Wire Harness 115 to the Lower Wire Harness 42 Carefully pull the upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove the slack from the Wire Harnesses Insert the Upright 2 into the Frame 1 Be careful to avoid disconnecting or pinching the Wire Harnesses Attach the Upright with two M10 x 108mm Button Screws 70 two M10 Split Washers 73 and two 7 6mm Spacers 109 Make sure that the curved sides of the Spacers are fac ing the Upright Be careful to avoid damaging the Wire Harnesses with the Button Screws Do not tighten the Button Screws yet 5 Slide Weld Spacer 119 onto the axle on the left side of the Upright 2 with the open side of the Weld Spacer facing the Upright Apply a small amount of grease to the axle Apply a small amount of the included Teflon lubricant to a paper towel Rub a thin film of the lubricant onto one of the Upper Body Legs 31 Insert the Upper Body Leg into one of the Upper Body Arms 118 as shown Hold the Upper Body Arm with one hand hold the Upper Body Leg with your other hand and slide the Upper Body Arm onto the axle on the left side of the Upright 2 Then slide the Upper Body Leg out of the Upper Body Arm until it rests on the Ramp 3 Have a
10. break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric 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 erly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit Important The elliptical exerciser is not compatible with GFCI equipped outlets Grounded Outlet Box iid Grounding Pin Grounded Outlet 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 qual ified electrician A temporary adapter may be used to connect the power cord to a 2 pole receptacle as shown at the right if 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 outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it m
11. cord is properly plugged in see page 10 Next press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console After a few seconds the console dis plays will light A tone will then sound and the console will be ready for use Select the manual mode When the power is turned on the manual mode will be selected If you have selected a program or the iFIT com mode select the manual mode by pressing the Program Select button repeatedly until a track appears in the matrix Begin pedaling and change the resistance of the elliptical exerciser as desired As you pedal RESISTANCE change the resis r tance of the ellipti cal exerciser by c TOTAL REVS pressing the Resistance but tons There are ten resistance levels Note After the Resistance buttons are pressed it will take a moment for the elliptical exerciser to reach the selected resis tance level Adjust the angle of the ramp as desired As you pedal change the angle of the ramp by pressing the Ramp buttons There are five ramp angles Note After the Ramp buttons are pressed it will take a moment for the ramp to reach the select ed angle HEART RATE Z LI RAMP_ CALORIES 12 Monitor your progress with the matrix the Training Zone bar and the two displays
12. segment Important The pace settings are 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 TRAINING ZONES When only three seconds remain in the first seg ment of the program both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash a series of tones will sound and pace settings will move one column to the left The pace setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the resis tance of the elliptical exerciser will automatically change to the resistance setting for the second segment Note If all of the indicators in the Current Segment column are lit after the pace settings have moved to the left the pace settings will move downward so only the highest indicators appear in the matrix The program will continue until the pace setting for the last segment is shown in the Current Segment column of the matrix and no time remains in the program Note During the program you can override the resistance setting for the current segment if desired by pressing the Resistance buttons However when the next segment begins the resistance will automatically change if a different resistance is programmed for the next segment If you stop pedaling for several sec
13. tical exerciser must be connected to your home com puter See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 18 In addition you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider A list of specific system requirements is found on our Web site Follow the steps below to use a program from our Web site Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console See step 1 on page 12 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 above the button will light ww ife 30 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 Follow the on line instructions to start the program When you start the program an on screen count down will begin 21 Return to the elliptical exerciser and begin pedaling 7 When the on screen countdown ends the gram will begin The program will function in almost the same way as a resistance and pace program see step 3 on page 14 However an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the resistance setting and or the pace setting is about to change 8 Monitor your progress
14. with the two displays See step 5 on page 12 9 Measure your heart rate if desired See step 6 on page 13 the fan if desired See step 7 on page 13 When you are finished exercising the console will automatically turn off See step 8 on page 13 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 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly Replace any worn parts immedi ately For smooth operation of the elliptical exer ciser inspect and clean the incline ramp regularly using a soft cloth and mild detergent Other parts of the elliptical exerciser can also be cleaned in this way Keep liquids off the console Never use abrasives or solvents Incline PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING If the handgrip pulse sensor does not function proper ly see step 6 on page 13 HOW TO CALIBRATE THE INCLINE SYSTEM If the elliptical exerciser s incline system is not working properly activate the calibration process by following the steps below 1 Hold down the button and the Program Select button at the same time for about five seconds Note Numbers may appear in the left and right displays Disregard these numbers Press the Program Select button again
15. FORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack CX 990 elliptical exerciser The CX 990 is an incredi bly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles And the unique CX 990 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 from NordicTrack For your benefit read this manual carefully before you use the elliptical exerciser If you have ques tions after reading the manual please call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 888 825 2588 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number is NEL09940 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical exerciser see the front cover of this manual for the location of the decal Before reading further please familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled in the drawing below Console Handlebar Pulse Sensor Upright Power Socket Leveling Foot Pedal Pedal Leg RIGHT SIDE No water bottle is included ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials Do not dispose of the packing materials until
16. UT 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 Audio Y adapter Cable Adapter Wire removed from LINE OUT jack 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 18 beneath the console Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your computer UNE OUT B Plug 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 Y adapter 3 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 18 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
17. WING 26 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Back Cover LIMITED WARRANTY Back Cover NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health amp Fitness Inc 2 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury read the following important precau tions before using the elliptical exerciser 1 10 11 Read all instructions in this manual before using the elliptical exerciser It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the elliptical exerciser are adequately informed of all precautions The elliptical exerciser is intended for in home use only Do not use the elliptical exerciser in a commercial rental or institu tional setting Place the elliptical exerciser on a level sur face with a mat beneath it to protect the floor or carpet Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors away from moisture and dust Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu larly Replace any worn parts immediately Keep children under age 12 and pets away from the elliptical exerciser at all times The elliptical exerciser should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the elliptical exerciser Always wear athletic shoes for foot protection Always hold the handlebars when mo
18. ance and pace pro grams Each program automatically changes the resis tance of the elliptical exerciser 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 pro grams that automatically change the resistance of the elliptical exerciser and prompt you to vary your pace to keep your heart rate near a target level as you exer cise 11 The console also features iFIT com interactive technol ogy Having iFIT com technology is like having a per sonal trainer in your home Using the included audio cable you can connect the elliptical exerciser 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 resistance of the elliptical exerciser and prompt you to vary your pace as a personal trainer coaches you through every step of your workout High energy music provides added motivation To purchase iFIT com CDs and videocassettes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 With the elliptical exerciser connected to your comput er you can also go to our Web site at www iFIT com and access programs directly from the internet Explore www iFIT com for more information HOW USE THE MANUAL MODE Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console Make sure that the power
19. as 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 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 adapter 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 Headphones 17 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 O
20. assembly is completed In addition to the fo included allen wrenches assembly requires a phillips screwdriver two adjustable wrenches JA a rubber mallet p pliers lt As you assemble the elliptical exerciser use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part from the PART LIST on pages 24 and 25 The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly Note Some small parts may have been pre assembled If a part is not in the parts bag check to see if it is pre assembled e O OA M6 Washer M10 Split 7 6mm Speco M8 Jam Nut M4 x 12mm M4 x 16mm 64 2 Washer 73 2 109 86 6 Round Head Screw 98 4 Screw 96 1 6 16 M8 x 54mm Button Screw 83 4 M8 x 41mm Button Screw 76 4 Bolt 85 4 E M8 x 44mm Button Screw 84 8 M8 x 79mm Bolt Set 65 2 M8 x 38mm Button Bolt M10 x 108mm Button Screw 70 2 105 2 1 Identify the Front Stabilizer 8 While another person lifts the front of the Frame 1 and holds the Pedal Legs 4 5 in the position shown attach the Front Stabilizer to the Frame with four M8 x 44mm Button Screws 84 and a Support Plate 104 While another person lifts the rear of the Frame 1 at
21. at 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 increases 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 you
22. c HEART RATE When heart rate TIME RESISTANCE program is select ed the word and the current age setting will flash in the left dis play You must enter your age to use a heart rate program If you have already entered your age press the Enter button and go to step 4 If you have not entered your age press the or button repeat edly to enter your age and then press the Enter button oZ Z IIL TOTAL REVS Once you have entered your age it will be saved in memory Hold the handgrip pulse sensor To use a heart rate program you must use the handgrip pulse sensor see step 6 on page 13 or the optional chest pulse sensor If you use the handgrip pulse sensor it is not necessary to hold the handgrips continuously during the program However you should hold the handgrips fre quently for the program to operate properly Each time you hold the handgrips keep your hands on the metal contacts for at least 30 seconds Note When you are not holding the handgrips the letters PLS will appear in the right display instead of your heart rate Press the Program Start button or begin pedaling to start the program Each heart rate program consists of 20 one minute segments One resistance setting and one heart rate setting are programmed for each segment The same resistance setting and or hear
23. eart rate for up to 30 seconds The display will then show your heart rate along with the other modes If your heart rate is not shown make sure that your hands are positioned as described Be care ful not to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the metal contacts too tightly For opti mal performance clean the metal contacts using a soft cloth never use alcohol abrasives or chemicals Turn on the fan if desired To turn on the fan at low speed press the Fan button Pivot the fan to the desired angle To turn on the fan at high speed press the Fan button a second time To turn off the fan press the Fan button a third time 8 When you are finished exercising the console will automatically turn off If the pedals are not moved for several seconds a tone will sound the console will pause and the left display will begin to flash If the pedals are not moved for about five min utes the console will turn off and the displays will be reset HOW TO USE RESISTANCE AND PROGRAMS Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console See step 1 on page 12 Select one of the six resistance and pace programs When the power is turned on the manual mode will Li be selected l select a resistance and pace program press the Program Select button repeatedly until a P 1 P 2 P 3 P 4 P 5 or P 6 appears in the right display HEART RATE
24. ew 114 1 Pulse Extension Wire 125 2 M4 x 19mm Round Head Screw 115 1 Upper Wire Harness 126 1 Stop Bracket 116 1 Power Cord Allen Wrench 117 1 Power Socket 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 25 80019 0v 660 13N ON I9POIN 95NIAWV HOC Q3GO 1dX3 26 27 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 09940 The NAME of the product NordicTrack CX 990 elliptical exerciser The SERIAL NUMBER of the product see the front cover of this manual The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part s see pages 24 to 27 LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED The entire NordicTrack elliptical exerciser 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 pu
25. have other rights which vary from state to state ICON HEALTH amp FITNESS INC 1500 S 1000 W LOGAN UT 84321 9813 Part No 202641 R1003A Printed in China 2003 ICON Health amp Fitness Inc
26. ly as an exercise aid in determin ing 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 15 103 145 138 130 118 110 125 120 115 105 95 90 wv 20 30 40 60 7O 80 To find the proper heart rate for you first find your age near the bottom 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 training 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 23 During the first few minutes of exercise your body uses easily accessible carbohyarate 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 f
27. nother person hold the Left Handlebar 24 near the Upright 2 as shown Connect the left Pulse Sensor Wire 20 to the Pulse Extension Wire 114 Slide the upper end of the Left Handlebar 24 into the tube on the front of the Upright 2 while sliding the lower end of the Left Handlebar onto the axle on the left side of the Upright Attach the upper end of the Left Handlebar with two M8 x 41mm Button Bolts 85 and two M8 Jam Nuts 86 be careful not to damage the Wires 20 114 as you insert the Button Bolts Make sure that the Jam Nuts are resting in the hexagonal holes in the Left Handlebar Attach the lower end of the Left Handlebar with an M8 x 38mm Button Bolt 105 and an M8 Jam Nut 86 Attach the other Upper Body Arm 118 and the Right Handlebar 23 to the Upright 2 in the same way 6 Look inside one of the Handlebar Covers 26 and locate the square tabs connecting the two halves Gently lift the tabs and disconnect the halves Hold the two halves of the Handlebar Cover 26 around the tube on the left side of the Upright 2 Align the halves and press them together until they lock Attach the other Handlebar Cover 26 to the right side of the Upright 2 in the same way Hold the halves of the Upper Handlebar Cover 25 around the tube on the front of the Upright 2 be careful not to damage the Wires not shown Attach the Upper Handlebar Cover with an M4 x 12mm Round Head Screw 96 96 26
28. onds a tone will sound and the program will pause To restart the program simply resume pedaling E Adjust the angle of the ramp as desired See step 4 on page 12 E Monitor your progress with the two displays See step 5 on page 12 6 Measure your heart rate if desired See step 6 on page 13 Turn on the fan if desired See step 7 on page 13 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 8 on page 13 15 HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS 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 1 is designed to keep your heart rate between 50 and 80 of your maxi mum heart rate while you exercise heart rate pro gram 2 is designed to keep your heart rate between 50 and 85 of your maximum heart rate Follow the steps below to use a heart rate program Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console See step 1 on page 12 A Select one of the heart rate programs When the power is turned on the man ual mode will be selected To select a heart rate pro gram press the Program Select button repeatedly until an H 1 or H 2 appears in the right display l l RPM RAMP CALORIES
29. play tThe right Ec display will show h LI your heart rate E CS RAMP c3 CALORIES your pedaling pace in revolutions per minute the angle of the ramp and the approximate number of calo ries you have burned The display will change from one number to the next every few seconds as shown by the indicators around the display The display will also show your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor Measure your heart rate if desired Note If you hold the handgrip pulse sensor and wear the optional chest pulse sensor at the same time the console may not display your heart rate accurately If there are thin sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the hand grip pulse sensor peel off the plastic To measure your heart rate hold the con tacts your palms must be resting on the upper contacts and your fingers must be touching the lower contacts Avoid moving your hands When your pulse is detected the Heart Rate indicator above the right dis play will begin to HEART RATE 1110 RAMP CALORIES flash one or two dashes will appear in the right display and then your heart rate will be shown For the most accurate heart rate reading hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds 13 Note If you continue to hold the pulse sensor the right display will show your h
30. r 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 NEL09940 Key No Qty po BR BR AH HSH BRD HD AH AH AH AH MSM a Description Frame Upright Ramp Left Pedal Leg Right Pedal Leg Rear Stabilizer Rear Stabilizer Cover Front Stabilizer Front Stabilizer Cover Left Pedal Right Pedal Incline Motor Incline Axle Pivot Axle Left Side Shield Right Side Shield Console Right Flywheel Cover Left Flywheel Cover Pulse Sensor w Wire Right Incline Cover Left Incline Cover Right Handlebar Left Handlebar Upper Handlebar Cover Handlebar Cover Frame Cover Pedal Wheel Wheel Bearing Frame Bushing Upper Body Leg C Magnet Magnet Bracket Left Crank Arm 29 5mm Pulley Spacer Flywheel Magnet Pulley Control Box Cover Control Board Control Box Lower Wire Harness Crank Crank Bearing Idler Foot Ramp Bushing Ramp Cover Incline Sensor Sensor Cover Pedal Leg Bushing Resistance Motor Reed Switch Bracket Key No Qty 24 0 amp
31. rchase 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 It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product Remember to do the periodic maintenance requirements specified 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 yo
32. ri L LI EAST IBOOK Co TOTAL REVS RPM ESRAMP r3 CALORIES To reduce risk of FINISH LINE 5 Performance serious injury read and understand the PEAK FORM 6 user s manual all instructions and the II CE OLI WARM UP COOL DOWN FAT BURN ENDURANCE PERFORMANCE TRAINING ZONES warnings before use Keep children away m o LOW HIGH A PROGRAM SELECT F ENTER FAN PROGRAM START d Ed ai i 10 15 ASTEPRAMP 25 30 20 3 EAE 5 1STEPRESISTANCE 4 6 7 8 o 1 Note If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console remove it before using the console FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers 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 exerciser and the angle of the ramp can be changed with the touch of a button As you exercise the console will provide continuous exercise feedback You can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor Note For information about an optional chest pulse sen Sor see page 21 The console also offers six resist
33. s 9 Plug the Power Cord 116 into the Power Socket 117 at the rear of the elliptical exerciser 10 Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened Cover the floor beneath the elliptical exerciser to protect the floor from damage Note Some extra hardware may be left over The elliptical exerciser is now fully assembled If you have purchased the optional chest pulse sensor see page 21 refer to page 9 of this manual INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR If you have purchased the optional chest pulse sensor see page 21 follow the steps below to install the receiver included with the optional chest pulse sensor 1 Look under the Console 17 and locate the access cover Remove the access cover 2 Hold the receiver in the position shown with the small cylinder at the top Using the two screws included with the chest pulse sensor attach the receiver to the two plastic posts not shown inside the access opening in the back of the Console 17 3 Connect the wire on the receiver to the indicated wire on the Console 17 Make sure that the connectors on the wires snap together Discard the other wires includ ed with the chest pulse sensor Receiver 4 Reattach the access cover to the Console 17 ST Access Cover HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD This product must be grounded If it should malfunction or
34. t rate setting If an indicator to the right of the lit indicators is flashing see drawing a increase your pace If an indicator to the eft of any lit indi cator is flashing 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 TRAINING ZONES The program will continue until the resistance set ting for the last segment is shown in the Current Segment column of the matrix and no time remains in the program Note During the program you can manually over ride the resistance setting for the current seg ment if desired with the Resistance buttons However when the next segment begins the elliptical exerciser will automatically adjust to the resistance setting for the next segment If you stop pedaling for several seconds a tone will sound and the program will pause To restart the program simply resume pedaling Monitor your progress with the two displays See step 5 on page 12 Turn on the fan if desired See step 7 on page 13 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 8 on page 13 HOW TO
35. t rate setting may be programmed for two or more consecutive segments The resistance setting for the first segment will be SSS Se See shown in the flash ing Current Segment column of the matrix The resistance settings for the next several segments will be shown in the columns to the right Current Segment When only three seconds remain in the first seg ment of the program both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash a series of tones will sound and all resistance set tings will move one column to the left The resis tance setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the resistance of the elliptical exerciser will automatically adjust to the resistance setting for the second 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 When you hold the handgrip pulse sensor or wear the optional chest pulse sensor the console will peri odically 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 COOLDOWN FAPBURN ENDURANCE PH heart rate closer to the current hear
36. tach the Rear Stabilizer not shown to the Frame in the same way 2 Identify the Pivot Axle 14 which is the longer of the two axles Slide a Ramp Cover 48 onto an M6 x 16mm Patch Screw 76 as shown Tighten the Patch Screw into one end of the Pivot Axle Apply a small amount of the included grease to the Pivot Axle Have a second person hold the two Ramp Spacers 99 against the sides of the Frame 1 so they cover the indicated tubes on the Frame Lift the Pedal Legs not shown out of the way and align the round tubes on the Ramp 3 with the Ramp Spacers Make sure that the Ramp is turned as shown in drawing 3 below Insert the Pivot Axle 14 into the Ramp the Ramp Spacers and the Frame If necessary tap the Pivot Axle with a rubber mallet to insert it Slide the other Ramp Cover 48 onto an M6 x 16mm Patch Screw 76 as shown Tighten the Patch Screw into the open end of the Pivot Axle 14 Slide an M6 Washer 64 onto an M6 x 16mm Patch Screw 76 Tighten the Patch Screw into one end of the Incline Axle 13 Apply a small amount of grease to the Incline Axle Raise the Ramp 3 Insert the Incline Axle 13 into the welded tube under one side of the Ramp through the motor screw and then into the welded tube under the other side of the Ramp As you insert the Incline Axle through the motor screw make sure that the motor screw does not turn Slide an M6 Washer 64 onto an M6 x 16mm Patch Screw 76
37. unting dismounting or using the elliptical exerciser Keep your back straight when using the ellip tical exerciser do not arch your back If you feel pain or dizziness while exercis ing stop immediately and cool down 12 13 14 15 The pulse sensor is not a medical device Various factors including the user s move ment may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general When you stop exercising allow the pedals to slowly come to a complete stop The ellip tical exerciser does not have a free wheel the pedals will continue to move until the flywheel stops Always unplug the power cord immediately after use and before cleaning the elliptical exerciser The decal shown below has been placed on the elliptical exerciser If the decal is missing or illegible please call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 888 825 2588 to order a free replacement decal Apply the decal in the location shown A WARNING Keep hands and feet away from ramp while in operation 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 BE
38. ur 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 limited 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
39. ust be held in place by a metal screw Some 2 pole receptacle out let box covers are not grounded Contact a quali fied electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter Note When the power cord is plugged in the ellip tical exerciser s incline system may automatically calibrate itself During the calibration process two dashes will appear in the left display of the console and the ramp will move to the highest position and then return to the lowest position The calibration process will last for one to two minutes EXERCISING ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER To mount the elliptical exerciser hold the handlebars 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 Handlebar To dismount the elliptical exerciser wait until the ped als come to a complete stop The elliptical exerciser does not have a free wheel the pedals will contin ue to move until the flywheel stops When the ped als are stationary step off the highest pedal first Then step off the lowest pedal CONSOLE DIAGRAM Left Display Matrix Training Zone Bar Resistance amp Pace Programs TIME RESISTANCE c HEART RATE Heart Rate Control Programs Weight Loss CONTENDER S COURSE 1 BACK COUNTRY 2 TRAIL RACE ICH C III Aerobic HR1 to 80 max HR2 to 85 max
40. yer If you are using iFIT com videocassette insert the videocassette into your VCR 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 20 your workout Simply follow your personal trainer s instructions The program will function in almost the same way as a resistance and pace program see step 3 on page 14 However an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the resistance setting and or the pace setting is about to change Note If the resistance of the elliptical exerciser and or the pace setting does not change when a chirp is heard Make sure that the indicator above 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 Make sure that the audio cable is properly connected and that it is fully plugged in E Monitor your progress with the two displays See step 5 on page 12 Measure your heart rate if desired See step 6 on page 13 Turn on the fan if desired See step 7 on page 13 When the program is finished the console will automatically turn off See step 8 on page 13 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www iFIT com allows you to play iFIT com audio and video programs directly from the internet To use programs from our Web site the ellip
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