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NordicTrack NTTL15083 Treadmill User Manual

1. Enter your weight if desired Custom Program Record 121141 IL 1 When a CUSTOM program is selected the current weight setting will flash in the INCLINE display Although it is not necessary to enter your weight to use a CUSTOM program the CALORIES display will be more accurate if your weight is entered If you have already entered your weight or if you do not want to enter your weight go to step 6 To enter your weight press the WEIGHT buttons see step 5 on page 12 INCLINE 19 Press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button to start the program When the button is pressed the SPEED display will flash and a tone will sound twice If the incline of the treadmill is higher than 1 596 it will automatically decrease to 1 596 After a moment the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails and begin walking Hold down the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button for two seconds and program the desired speed and incline settings When the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button is held down for two seconds the CUSTOM PROGRAM RECORD indicator will light Speed and incline settings can be programmed only when the indicator is lit Refer to the LED matrix Each CUSTOM program is divided into one minute periods One speed setting and one incline setting can be programmed for each period The speed setting of the first period will be shown in the flashing column of the LED matrix The incl
2. rcr LI UII LU UI Press START ENTER or SPEED 1 1 LII 1010 INCLINE QDISTANCE LAPS PULSE CALORIES CUSTOM HOLD To RECORD WEIGHT AGE HEART RATE SPEED INCLINE A CAUTION Before operating the console read the following precautions Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power or starting the walking belt Always wear the clip see the drawing above while operating the treadmill If the key is pulled from the console the walking belt will stop The treadmill is capable of high speeds Adjust the speed in small increments The heart rate monitor is not a medical device Various factors may affect the accu racy of heart rate readings The heart rate monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general If you have heart problems or if you are over 60 years of age and have been inactive do not use the HEART RATE programs If you are taking medication regularly consult your physician to find whether the medica tion will affect your exercise heart rate To reduce the risk of electric shock keep the console dry Use a sealable water bottle Note If there is a thin sheet of plastic on the console remove it FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of feat
3. plays and indicators on the console will flash once 5 Note If the key is in the console when the power cord is plugged in the letters PO will flash in the SPEED display If this occurs remove the key Insert the key fully into the console Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill Find the clip attached to the key and slide the clip onto your waistband Next insert the key into the console as shown After two seconds various displays and indicators 6 on the console will light After another five seconds O Custom Program Record 121141 IL T DISTANCE LAPS a P 1 will appear in the SPEED display and the current weight setting will begin to flash in the INCLINE display The LED track will also be lit Note When you are familiar with the console you may go directly to step 6 if desired The first time you use the console please follow all steps Put on the POLAR heart rate monitor if desired For the PULSE display to show your heart rate the heart rate monitor must be worn To put on the heart rate monitor see How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on page 8 12 When the key is inserted the MANUAL mode will be selected as shown by the P 1 in the SPEED display program 1 is the MANUAL mode If a different program has been selected press the PROGRAM SELECT button repeatedly until a P 1 appears Enter your wei
4. Ordering Replacement Parts To order replacement parts call our Customer Service Department toll free at 1 800 999 3756 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excluding holidays When ordering parts please be prepared to give the following information The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT NTTL15083 The NAME OF THE PRODUCT NordicTrack PowerTread 2000 The SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT see the front cover of this manual The KEY NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PART S see the Exploded Drawing attached in the center of this manual and the Part List on pages 30 and 31 If possible place the treadmill near your telephone for easy reference when calling 31 66 0 68081111 4 Iepojy buimedg pepojdx3 RO599A Exploded Drawing Model No NTTL15083 Limited Warranty WHAT IS COVERED The entire NordicTrack PowerTread 2000 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 motor for three years after the date of purchase All other parts are covered for two years 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 par
5. 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in drawing 1 below A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge protector to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet drawing 1 can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw 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 Grounded Outlet Box Treadmill Power Cord Grounding Pin Grounding Plug Grounding Pin Norchelracke c LED Track LED Matrix ONE BUTTON QUICK START PROGRAMS INCLINE PROGRAMS Press SPEED or START ENTER MANUAL HEART RATE INTENSITY y 7 PROGRAM INSTRUCTIONS gram with PROGRAM SELECT elect pro MARATHON TARGET ADVENTURE TRAIL O Custom Pragram Record
6. Frame Pivot Bolt Console Wire Harness Right Foot Rail Adjustment Knob Incline Motor Bolt Sensor Locknut Belly Pan Fastener Right Rear Endcap Base Endcap Releaseable Wire Tie 8 Wire Tie Wire Tie Holder Frame Endcap Incline Disk Upright Base Motor Pulley Flywheel Fan Optic Sensor Wire Roller Guard Latch Catch Photo Switch 8 Ground Wire Console Shock Walking Belt Walking Platform Pulse Cover Screw long Latch Warning Decal Motor Hood Incline Motor Plate Headband Pulse Sensor Allen Wrench Cushion Adjustment Rod Base Pad Small Screw Cushion Screw Power Supply Latch Spacer Incline Spacer Handrail Bolt Motor Tension Nut Incline Warning Decal Adjustment Nut Optional Weights and Rack Foot Rail Track Handrail Handrail Washer Spring Pin Rod Bolt Key No Qty Description Key No Qty Description 105 4 Wheel Spacer 116 2 Cushion Bushing 106 4 Motor Bracket Bolt 117 2 Adjustable Deck Cushion 107 4 Motor Bracket Nut 1 14 Blue Wire 2 Female 108 1 Motor Bracket 1 4 Blue Wire 2 Female 109 1 Photo Switch Bracket 1 4 Black Wire 2 Female 110 1 Speed Disk 1 14 White Wire 2 Female 111 1 Bracket Screw 1 14 White Wire Male Female 112 2 Weight Rack 1 8 Green Wire Ring Female 113 8 O Ring 1 10 Pulse Wire 114 4 1 Lb Weight 1 User s Manual 115 2 2 Lb Handle These parts are not illustrated Includes all parts shown in box Specifications are subject to change without notice
7. No from our Customer Service Department securely pack your Product save the original shipping carton if possible put the RA No on the outside of the carton and insure the product Include a letter explaining the product or problem 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 performance of the product or damages with respect to any economic loss loss of property loss of revenues or profits loss of enjoyment or use costs of removal installation or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature Some states do not allow the exclusion 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 have other rights which vary from state to state ICON HEALTH amp FITNESS INC 1500 S 1000 W LOGAN UT 84321 9813 Part N
8. USE THE HAND WEIGHTS Remove the handweights from the weight rack by prying up on the ends of the 2 Ib handles and 1 10 weights at the indicated loca tions The included hand weights let you add upper body exercise to your workouts As you walk on the treadmill hold the 2 Ib handles at your sides or press the handles above your head To increase the intensity of your exercise tighten one or two 1 Ib weights into each handle WARNING Do not use the hand weights at speeds higher than a walk Using weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance Exercises using weights should be attempted only by experienced users 2 16 Handle How to Fold and Move the Treadmill HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill adjust the incline to the lowest position Next unplug the power cord Caution You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds 20 kg in order to raise lower or move the treadmill 1 Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight As you raise the treadmill make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back Raise the treadmill halfway to the vertical position 2 Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly Raise the treadmill until the frame passes the storage latch Make sure that the storage la
9. able to safely lift 45 pounds 20 kg in order to raise Unplug the power cord and adjust the roller guards if necessary DANGER Always unplug the power cord immediately after use before cleaning the treadmill and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized ser vice representative only lower or move the treadmill When folding or moving the treadmill make sure that the frame is held securely by the storage latch Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months Never drop or insert any object into any opening 28 This treadmill is intended for in home use only Do not use this treadmill in any commercial rental or institutional setting Save These Instructions The roller guards must be 1 8 inch from the rear roller see the drawing on page 5 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 problems Read all instructions before using ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill If A decal is mi
10. be caused by medical monitor conditions such as premature ventricular contrac around your tions pvcs tachycardia bursts and arrhythmia chest and attach the ne 6 The operation of the heart rate monitor can be other end of NordicTrack affected by magnetic interference caused by high the chest Logo power lines or other sources If it is suspected that strap to the magnetic interference may be causing a problem transmitter try relocating the treadmill Adjust the length of the 7 If the heart rate monitor still does not function chest strap if necessary The heart rate monitor properly test it by having another person try it should be under your clothing against your skin and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts 8 The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced see as is comfortable Make sure that the NordicTrack logo is facing forward and is right side up page 9 HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE Ifthe heart rate monitor does not function prop Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each erly the CR 2032 bat use The heart rate monitor is activated when the tery may need to be electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate moni replaced To replace the tor is put on the heart rate monitor shuts off when it battery locate the bat is removed and the electrode areas are dried If the tery cover on the back of heart rate monitor is not dried after each use it may the transmitter Insert a remain act
11. incline settings shown in the LED matrix will not change these are relative incline settings Follow your progress with the six displays See step 8 on page 13 When the program is completed remove the key from the console Make sure that the treadmill is at the lowest incline setting Remove the key from the console Store the key in a secure place In addition press the on off switch to the off position See the drawing near the top of page 12 HOW TO CREATE CUSTOM PROGRAMS The two CUSTOM programs are programs that you create CUSTOM programs control both the speed and the incline of the treadmill and can be up to 40 minutes long The programs are stored in the console s memory and can be changed as many times as desired Follow the steps below to create a CUSTOM program 4 Plug in the power cord See step 1 on page 12 Insert the key fully into the console See step 2 on page 12 Put on the CardioTrack heart rate monitor if desired For the PULSE display to show your heart rate the heart rate monitor must be worn To put on the heart rate monitor see How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on page 8 Select one of the CUSTOM programs When the key is inserted the MANUAL mode will be selected To select one of the CUSTOM programs press the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button A CP1 or CP2 will appear in the SPEED display Note The indicators in the LED matrix will be explained in step 7
12. moisture and dust Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio or near water Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time Wear appropriate clothing when using the treadmill Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women Always wear athletic shoes when using the treadmill Never use the treadmill with bare feet wearing only stockings or in sandals When connecting the power cord see How to Plug in the Power Cord on page 10 plug the power cord into a surge protector not included and plug the surge protector into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps No other appliance should be on the same circuit Use only a UL listed surge protector rated at 15 amps with a 14 gauge cord of five feet or less in length Do not use an extension cord 12 Keep the power cord and the surge protector away from heated surfaces Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged or if the treadmill is not working properly See Before You Begin on page 5 if
13. the left Upright 70 Attach the Storage Latch 5 and the two Latch Spacers 93 to the left Upright 70 with the two Screws 43 Be careful not to overtighten the Screws Note If it is difficult to fold or lower the treadmill remove one or both of the Latch Spacers 93 7 Make sure that all parts of the treadmill are properly tightened Place a mat beneath the treadmill to protect the floor or carpet How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor 3 Pull the transmitter away from your body a few IMPORTANT If a user has an implanted inches and locate the two electrode areas on the medical device such as a pacemaker the user must check with his or her physician prior to using the heart rate monitor inner side The electrode areas are the two long grooved rectangles Using saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution wet both electrode areas Return the transmitter to a position against your chest The unique CardioTrack heart rate monitor is specially designed for accuracy comfort and durability To get the best performance from the heart rate monitor please read the instructions below HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE SHOOTING The instructions on pages 11 to 17 of this user s manual explain how the heart rate monitor is used with the console If the letters PLS appear in the PULSE display or if the displayed heart rate is excessively high or low when the heart rate moni HOW TO PUT ON T
14. the treadmill is not working properly Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt Always hold the handrails while running on the treadmill When walking hold the handrails or use the included hand weights Do not perform exercises with the hand weights at speeds higher than a walk Using weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance Exercises using weights should be attempted only by experienced users The treadmill is capable of high speeds Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed The heart rate monitor is not a medical device Various factors may affect the accu racy of heart rate readings The heart rate monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running Always remove the key unplug the power cord and move the on off switch to the off position when the treadmill is not in use See the drawing on page 5 for the loca tion of the on off switch During the last ten seconds of any program except the manual mode the incline of the treadmill will automatically decrease to 1 0 Keep your feet and objects from beneath the treadmill Do not attempt to raise lower or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled See Assembly on page 6 and How to Move the Treadmill on page 22 You must be
15. to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on page 8 After a few seconds the heart shaped indicator beside the PULSE dis play will flash each time your heart beats Three dashes will then appear in the PULSE display and your heart rate will be shown Note The heart rate monitor will sample your heart rate every few sec onds It may take up to ten seconds before an accu rate heart rate is shown If your heart rate is not shown see Heart Rate Monitor Trouble shooting on page 8 13 CALORIES display This display shows the approximate number of calories you have burned ri 2 2 CALORIES TIME PACE display This display shows the total time that the walking belt has been moving and your current pace pace is measured in minutes per mile The display will change from one number to the other every seven seconds Indicators below the display will show which number is currently shown Note When a HEART RATE INCLINE or CUSTOM program except the RANDOM program is selected the display will show the time remaining in the program rather than the elapsed time SPEED display This display shows the current speed of the walking belt Note When the SPEED buttons are pressed the display will show the selected speed setting for six seconds The display will then show the actual speed of the walking belt Note The speed can be shown in either miles per hour mph or
16. 153 119 145 112 136 105 128 98 119 152 162 80 85 ADVANCED b p m 160 170 144 153 136 145 128 136 120 128 112 119 29 Part List Model NTTL15083 To find the parts listed below refer to the Exploded Drawing attached in the center of this user s manual Key No Qty 0 Description Rear Roller Adj Bolt Front Roller Adj Bolt Pulse Cover Screw On Off Switch Storage Latch Isolator Ground Wire Screw Platform Screw Left Foot Rail Handrail Endcap Pulse Sensor Cover Reading Rack Pulse Receiver Chest Pulse Strap Key Clip Frame Front Roller Pulley Rear Roller Incline Frame Electronics Shield Incline Motor Shield Incline Pivot Spacer Side Hood Bracket Wheel Nut Incline Bolt Motor Tension Bolt Incline Motor Controller Electronics Plate Rear Isolator Wheel Power Cord Power Cord Grommet Front Hood Bracket Outlet Bracket Circuit Breaker Rear Platform Screw Wheel Bolt Front Belly Pan Motor Pivot Bolt Motor Pivot Nut Motor Pulley Flywheel Fan Motor Belt Screw Endcap Plate Motor Tension Washer Tension Star Washer Sensor Screw Belt Guide Roller Adjustment Washer Belly Pan Plastic Stand Off Wire Harness 30 Key No Qty R0599A Description Rear Pad Left Rear Endcap Sensor Star Washer
17. HE HEART RATE MONITOR The heart rate monitor consists of two components the chest strap and the transmitter Follow the steps below to put on the heart rate monitor 1 Transmitter Buckle Refer to the inset drawing above Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap through the hole in one end of the transmitter Press the end of the trans mitter under the buckle on the chest strap The tab should be flush with the front of the transmitter tor is used try the trouble shooting steps below 1 Make sure that the heart rate monitor is under your clothing against your skin and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable Note If the heart rate monitor does not function when positioned as described try moving it slightly lower or higher on your chest Make sure that the NordicTrack logo on the trans mitter is facing forwards and is right side up Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solution to wet the two electrode areas on the transmitter If heart rate readings do not appear until you begin perspiring re wet the electrode areas As you walk or run on the treadmill position your self near the center of the walking belt For the console to display heart rate readings the user must be within arm s length of the console 5 The heart rate monitor is designed to work with 2 Wrap the people who have normal heart rhythms Heart rate heart rate reading problems may
18. How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on pages 8 and 9 and Pulse Display on page 13 5 SYMPTOM THE WALKING BELT IS OFF CENTER WHEN WALKED ON a If the walking belt has shifted to the left first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the included allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise and the right bolt counterclockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered If the walking belt has shifted to the right first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise and the right bolt clockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to over tighten the walking belt Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered If the walking belt slips when walked on first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn both rear roller adjustment bolts clockwise 1 4 of a turn When the walking belt is correctly tightened you should be able to lift the edges of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking plat form Be careful to keep the walking belt centered Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few min utes Repeat until the walking belt is properly ti
19. KI Select one of the HEART RATE programs When the key is inserted the MANUAL mode will be selected To select one of the HEART RATE programs press the PROGRAM SELECT button repeatedly until a P 2 P 3 or P 4 appears in the SPEED display Program 2 is the HILL program program 3 is the INTERVAL program program 4 is the SELF SELECT program Refer to the LED matrix A heart will appear on the right side of the matrix indicating that a HEART RATE program has been selected The left side of the matrix will show a representation of the heart rate settings of the selected program Enter your weight if desired When a HEART Custom Program Record RATE program is I selected the current i oust weight setting will flash in the INCLINE display Although it is not necessary to enter your weight to use a HEART RATE program the CALORIES display will be more accurate if your weight is entered If you have already entered your weight or if you do not want to enter your weight go to step 6 To enter your weight press the WEIGHT buttons see step 5 on page 12 Enter your age Press the START ENTER button The current age setting will begin to flash in the DISTANCE LAPS display You must enter your age to use a HEART RATE program If you have not entered your age press the AGE buttons Each time one of the buttons
20. Model No NTTL15083 Serial No Find the serial number in the location shown below Write the serial number in the space above for reference Questions As a manufacturer we are com mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction If you have questions or if there are missing or damaged parts we will guarantee complete satis faction through direct assistance from our factory TO AVOID UNNECESSARY DELAYS PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE The trained techni cians on our Customer Hot Line will provide immediate assis tance free of charge to you CUSTOMER HOT LINE 1 800 999 3756 Mon Fri 6 a m 6 p m MST A CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc tions in this manual before using this equipment Save this manual for future reference Nordiclrack POWERTREAD User s Manual NordicTrack POWERTREAD Table of Contents Important Precautions axis EE wa GG ae we RR ee NN AG ee EROR UD RR aes kd 3 Before You Begin i pawa aaa ke EEE KR eR E IR PENA eta OR Koh PPLE eee RL DARE Ree Pe 5 Assembly urn ER EGO den ew kee aan kes aa 6 How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor auauna 8 Treadmill Operation 142m baa E Gor KARING gs whee ADR ACER ACD Ee ROCK e LG RE RA NG 10 How to Use the Manual Mode 0 cc eh m rh 12 How to Use the Heart Rate
21. ORIES display will be more accurate if your weight is entered If you have already entered your weight or if you do not want to enter your weight go to step 6 To enter your weight press the WEIGHT buttons see step 5 on page 12 O Custom Program Recor Press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button to start the program When the button is pressed the SPEED display will flash and a tone will sound twice If the incline of the treadmill is higher than 1 596 it will automatically decrease to 1 596 After a moment the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph Hold the handrails and begin walking Refer to the LED matrix During the first one minute period of the program the first incline setting shown in the LED matrix will flash When only three seconds remain in the first period both the first and second incline settings in the LED matrix will flash When the first period is completed all incline settings in the LED matrix will move one column to the left The second incline setting will then flash and the treadmill will adjust to the second incline setting At the end of each one minute period of the program all incline settings will move one column to the left the next incline setting will flash and the treadmill will adjust to the next incline setting 18 The speed of the walking belt can be adjusted as desired during the program with the SPEED buttons The TIME PACE display will show the
22. Programs eh hn 15 How to Use the Incline Programs 17 How to Create Custom Programs 19 How to Use Custom Programs 0 0 60 rr 20 How to Fold and Move the Treadmill 22 Maintenance and Trouble shooting eee ae 24 Conditioning Guidelines hh mre 26 Part List cordeiro zs KINANA ENNA BA ERG eR A GER EPA edad MERGE EN 30 How to Order Replacement Parts 0 0 cece ett 31 Warranty Information ccs xam Rr REG EXER be ASS wT Dee KE RC RR Back Cover Note An Exploded Drawing is attached in the center of this user s manual Important Precautions A WARN ING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill 1 It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions Use the treadmill only as described in this user s manual Place the treadmill on a level surface with eight feet of clearance behind it Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air openings To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill indoors away from
23. admill is at the lowest incline setting Remove the key from the console Store the key in a secure place In addition press the on off switch to the off position See the drawing near the top of page 12 HOW TO USE THE INCLINE PROGRAMS The five INCLINE programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill during your workout The graphs labeled P5 P6 P7 and P8 on the console show INCLINE PROGRAMS how the incline CIE will change during the HIKER AER OD me OBIC CROSS TRAINING gt INTERVAL and MARATHON programs The RANDOM program P 9 will be different each time it is used The HIKER AEROBIC CROSS TRAINING and INTERVAL programs are 20 minutes long with 3 minute cool down periods the MARATHON program is 28 minutes long with a 1 minute cool down period the RANDOM program will last for 60 minutes but can be stopped at any time Follow the steps below to use an INCLINE program 4 Plug in the power cord See step 1 on page 12 P Insert the key fully into the console See step 2 on page 12 El Put on the CardioTrack heart rate monitor if desired For the PULSE display to show your heart rate the heart rate monitor must be worn To put on the heart rate monitor see How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor o
24. ains in the TIME PACE display the walking belt will slow to a stop If your heart rate is not detected during a HEART RATE program the letters PLS will flash in the PULSE display See Heart Rate Monitor Trouble shooting on page 8 The speed and or incline of the treadmill may also automatically decrease until your heart rate is detected To stop a HEART RATE program momentarily press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME PACE display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button To end the program and reset the displays hold down the STOP button for two seconds Note Minor adjustments can be made to the speed or incline of the treadmill during a HEART RATE program with the SPEED or INCLINE buttons However if you increase the speed the incline will automatically decrease if you decrease the speed the incline will increase If you increase the incline the speed will decrease if you decrease the incline the speed will increase The console will always attempt to keep your heart rate near the target heart rate setting When the incline reaches the lowest setting the speed cannot be increased any further When the incline reaches the highest setting the speed cannot be decreased any further Follow your progress with the six displays See step 8 on page 13 When the program is completed remove the key from the console Make sure that the tre
25. chilles tendons and ankles 27 3 Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg Reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then relax Repeat 3 times for both legs Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 4 Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wall for balance reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 5 Inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles BENEFITS OF AEROBIC EXERCISE Effective weight loss and management Added protection from heart disease Increased strength and health of bones Higher levels of energy for greater productivity during the day Healthy stress relief from a pressure packed day Greater intellectual capacity and productivity Get FIT with the PowerTread 2000 Effective aerobic exercise has three major parts frequency intensity and time The acronym FIT may help you to remember these three parts F Three to five workouts per week are recom mended Exercise at least four tim
26. er workout Good posture is the key to safe comfortable workouts Keep your chin up and your head facing forward Align your head and shoulders with your hips Avoid leaning forward Keep your back straight 4 Warm up before you begin A warm up routine prepares your body and mind for vigorous exercise It also provides insurance against injury and soreness Warm up with two to five minutes of slow exercise at minimal intensity Stretch after your warm up A pliable well stretched muscle is less susceptible to injury Perform the recommended stretches on a smooth flat surface The correct form for several stretches is described below refer to the drawings at the right Be sure to move slowly as you stretch never bounce 1 Toe Touch Stretch Sit with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Hamstrings back of knees and back 2 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean forward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons bend your back leg as well Stretches Calves a
27. es a week for weight loss i refers to the intensity of your workout Check your heart rate at least twice during your aerobic exercise session once during the session and once again at the end Maintain a workout intensity level within your Target Heart Rate Zone You can measure your heart rate using the heart rate monitor An alternate method is described below 1 Lower your wrist below your heart level This will make your heart rate stronger and easier to feel 2 Using the index and middle fingertips of your right hand touch your left wrist one fourth inch from your wrist joint at the base of your thumb 3 Apply minimal pressure with both fingers let the beat come to your fingers If you can t find your pulse use the opposite wrist and hand F stands for the frequency of your workouts 28 T is for the time or duration of your workout Beginning exercisers may wish to start with 5 to 10 minutes of aerobic activity Those in average physical condition should exercise for 20 to 30 minutes Highly fit people or people who want to lose weight should exercise for 30 to 60 minutes The key to the time factor is that you maintain your target heart rate for the duration of the workout period Remember to take it slowly Fitness is a lifelong commitment If you can t go the full 20 minutes from the start which is common try to exercise for five minu
28. g holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number of the treadmill is NTTL15083 The serial num ber can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see the front cover of this manual for the location Before reading further please review the drawing below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled Water Bottle Holder Reading Rack Bottle not included Accessory Tray Weights Storage Latch Handrails Walking Belt Roller Guards CI Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts Console Key Clip Uprights Adjustment Circuit Breaker On off Switch Power Cord Cushioned Walking Platform Foot Rails IMPORTANT Always wear the clip while operating the treadmill If the key is pulled from the console the walking belt will stop Assembly Assembly requires two people Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver E and adjustable wrench 1 With the help of a second person carefully raise the Uprights 70 until the Wheels 30 are resting flat on the floor 2 Remove the four Screws 43 from the posts on the left and right Uprights 70 Slide the upper end of a Handrail 101 onto the right Upright 70 as shown Note It will be necessary to pivot
29. ght if desired O Custom Program Record 12111 IL For the CALORIES display to be the most accurate your weight should be entered into the console To enter your weight press the WEIGHT buttons Each time one of the buttons is pressed the weight setting shown in the INCLINE display will change by 1 pound If one of the buttons is held down the weight setting will change in incre ments of 5 pounds Note Once you have entered your weight it will be saved in the console s memory INCLINE weight Press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button to start the walking belt When the button is pressed the LED track will disappear in a counterclockwise direction One flashing indicator will then reappear and the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph Hold the handrails and begin walking The LED track 00000000000 000000000000 represents 000000000000 000 a distance 00000000000 0000 of 1 4 mile As you ARG exercise the indica tors around the track will light one at a time until the entire track is lit The track will then disappear in a counterclockwise direction and a new lap will begin To stop the walking belt momentarily press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME PACE display will begin to flash To restart the walking belt press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button To stop the walking belt and reset the d
30. ghtened o 6 SYMPTOM THE WALKING BELT SLOWS WHEN WALKED ON a Use only a UL listed surge protector rated at 15 amps with a 14 gauge cord of five feet or less in length b If the walking belt is overtightened treadmill performance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclock wise 1 4 of a turn When the walking belt is correctly tightened you should be able to lift the edges of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform Be careful to keep the walking belt centered Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is prop erly tightened Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts c If the walking belt still slows when walked on please contact our Customer Service Department 7 SYMPTOM THE SPEED OF THE WALKING BELT FLUCTUATES OR DOES NOT REACH 12 MPH a Make sure that no other appliance is on the same circuit as the treadmill 25 Conditioning Guidelines FACTORS IN A SENSIBLE DIET Choose high fiber low fat and low in sugar foods fruits vegetables and whole grains Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day Cut back on red meat consumption eat lean meat white meat and fish Choose healthy snacks bring healthy foods with you to work or in the car Eat regular meals or mini meals Co
31. hort and long term goals for yourself Frequently re evaluate your fitness goals and reward yourself as you are successful Move on to the Advanced Level when you have reached your fitness goals and your heart rate has moved below your target heart rate zone Work out at the Advanced level once you have reached your desired fitness goals It is intended to be a mainte nance program and should continue on a regular long term basis You may wish to add Interval Training to your mainte nance program as well Interval training will add variety to your workout routine and further condition your cardiovascular system Interval training has been shown to promote higher levels of aerobic conditioning It consists of spurts of high intensity activity followed by active rest periods of exercise at a lower intensity For example a one minute spurt of high resistance fast exercise is followed by a two to three minute active rest period of low resistance slow exercise The duration of these periods should be based more on how you feel rather than time A sequence such as this should be repeated 5 to 20 times during your workout session Estimated maximum heart rate MHR 220 your age Heart Rate Intensity HEART RATE INTENSITY Age 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 114 133 60 70 HEALTH b p m 120 140 108 126 102 119 96 112 90 105 84 98 70 85 FITNESS b p m 140 170 133 162 126
32. in an increased risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the prod uct if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Your treadmill like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home s power Voltage surges spikes and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off To decrease the possibility of your treadmill being damaged always use a surge protector not included with your treadmill Surge protectors are sold at most hardware stores and department stores Use only a UL listed surge protector rated at 15 amps with a 14 gauge cord of five feet or less in length This product must be grounded If it should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock Metal Grounding Plug 10 This product is equipped with a cord having an equip ment grounding conductor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge protector and plug the surge protector into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This product is for use on a nominal
33. ine settings are not shown in the LED matrix To program speed and incline settings for the first period simply adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill as desired with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons Every few times one of the SPEED buttons is pressed one additional indicator will light or darken in the flashing column of the LED matrix First Speed Setting TARGET ACTUAL wv Q Custom Program Record When only three seconds remain in the first one minute period of the program both the first and second speed settings in the LED matrix will flash When the first period is completed the current speed and incline settings will be saved in the console s memory All speed settings in the LED matrix will then move one column to the left The second speed setting will then flash Program speed and incline settings for the second period as described above Repeat this procedure until you have programmed speed and incline settings for as many periods as desired When you are finished with your workout hold down the STOP button for two seconds Your CUSTOM program will then be saved in the console s memory To stop a CUSTOM program momentarily press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME PACE display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button 8 When the program is completed remove the key from the conso
34. is pressed the age setting will change by 1 year If one of the buttons is held down the age setting will change in increments of 5 years Note Once you have entered your age it will be saved in the console s memory DISTANCE LAPS O O Custom Program Record 1211 IL 1 INCLINE t If the HILL or INTERVAL program is selected the PULSE display will show the maximum heart rate setting of the program in beats per minute The LED matrix will show the maximum heart rate setting as a percentage of your maximum possible heart rate Your maximum possible heart rate is 220 minus your age If the HILL or INTERVAL program is selected go directly to step 8 If the SELF SELECT program is selected go to step 7 TARGET O Custom Program Record Select a heart rate setting If the SELF SELECT program is selected your heart rate will be kept near a setting that you choose Press the START ENTER button The PULSE display will show the current heart rate setting of the program in beats per minute see the drawing at the top of this page The LED matrix will show the current heart rate setting as a percentage of your maximum possible heart rate see the drawing above Your maximum possible heart rate is 220 minus your age If desired you can change the percentage shown in the LED matrix by pressing the HEART RATE buttons Each time one of the buttons i
35. isplays hold down the STOP button for two seconds 7 Adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill as desired As you exercise change the speed of the walking belt as desired by pressing the SPEED buttons Each time one of the buttons is pressed the speed will change by 0 1 mph If one of the buttons is held down the speed will change in increments of 0 5 mph The speed range is 0 5 mph to 12 mph Note When the SPEED buttons are pressed the SPEED display will show the selected speed setting for six seconds The display will then show the actual speed of the walking belt To change the incline of the treadmill press the eri INCLINE buttons Each time one of the buttons omm e is pressed the incline will change by 0 5 The buttons can be held down to change the incline quickly The incline range is 1 5 to 12 The incline setting is shown in the INCLINE display Note After the INCLINE buttons are pressed it may take a few seconds for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting When you are finished exercising change the incline of the treadmill to 1 5 The incline must be at 1 5 before the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill may be damaged O Custom Program Record 2 Follow your progress with the six displays PULSE display For this display to be active the heart rate monitor must be worn To put on the heart rate monitor see How
36. ivated longer than necessary coin into the slot in the cover and turn the cover counterclockwise to the Store the heart rate monitor in a warm dry place open position Remove the cover Do not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag or other container that may trap moisture Remove the old battery and insert a new CR Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct 2032 battery making sunlight for extended periods of time Do not expose sure that the battery is the heart rate monitor to temperatures above 122 turned so the writing is Fahrenheit 50 Celsius or below 14 Fahrenheit on top In addition make 10 Celsius sure that the rubber gas ket is in place in the Do not excessively bend or stretch the transmitter transmitter Replace the when using or storing the heart rate monitor battery cover and turn it to the closed position Clean the transmitter using water and mild soap never use alcohol abrasives or chemicals The chest strap may be hand washed and air dried Treadmill Operation THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE a high performance lubricant IMPORTANT Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform They will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD A DANG ER Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result
37. kilometers per hour kph The KPH indicator beside the SPEED display will light when the speed is shown in kph To change the unit of measurement first hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console An E for English miles or an M for Metric kilometers will appear in the PULSE display Press the SPEED button to change the unit of measurement Remove and then reinsert the key INCLINE display This display shows the current incline level of the treadmill O Custom Program Record Lr INCLINE DISTANCE LAPS display This display shows the distance that the walking belt has moved and the number of laps you have completed one lap equals 1 4 mile Every seven seconds the display will change from one number to the other Indicators below the display will show which number is currently shown Note If the KPH indicator beside the SPEED display is lit the distance will be displayed in kilometers If the KPH indicator is dark the distance will be displayed in miles 14 When you are finished exercising stop the walking belt and remove the key Step onto the foot rails and press the STOP button Change the incline of the treadmill to the lowest setting The incline must be at the lowest setting before the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill may be damaged Remove the key from the console Store the key in a secure
38. le Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at the lowest setting Remove the key from the console Store the key in a secure place In addition press the on off switch to the off position See the drawing near the top of page 12 HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1 Plug in the power cord See step 1 on page 12 2 Insert the key fully into the console See step 2 on page 12 3 Put on the CardioTrack heart rate monitor if desired For the PULSE display to show your heart rate the heart rate monitor must be worn To put on the heart rate monitor see How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on page 8 4 Select one of the CUSTOM programs When the key is inserted the MANUAL mode will be selected To select one of the CUSTOM programs press the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button A CP1 or CP2 will appear in the SPEED display 20 Refer to the LED matrix Each CUSTOM program is divided into one minute periods One speed setting and one incline setting are programmed for each period The speed settings of the o program you have selected 0600000000000000000 are shown TARGET 9 ACTUAL xv in the LED Q Custom Program Record matrix The incline settings are not shown in the LED matrix The two columns on the left side of the LED matrix will be dark The first speed setting of the program will be shown in the third column see the drawing above the next seventeen speed settings are
39. lower the treadmill to the floor To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight 23 Maintenance and Trouble shooting Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below Find the symptom that applies and follow the steps listed If further assistance is needed please contact our Customer Service Department 1 SYMPTOM THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge protector and that the surge protector is plugged into a properly grounded outlet See How to Plug in the Power Cord on page 10 Use only a UL listed surge protector rated at 15 amps with a 14 gauge cord of five feet or less in length If using a surge protector with a power switch make sure that the power switch is in the on position b After the power cord has been plugged in make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console See step 2 on page 12 c Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill near the power cord If the switch protrudes as shown the circuit breaker has tripped To reset the circuit breaker wait for five Tripped 18 minutes and then press the switch back in C d Check the on off switch located at the front of the treadmill d near the power cord The switch must be in the on position On Position 2 SYMPTOM THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power co
40. n off switch to the off position See the drawing near the top of page 12 HOW TO SELECT THE INFORMATION MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill To access the information mode hold down the STOP button while inserting the key into the console After a moment the TIME PACE display will show the total number of hours accumulated on the treadmill The DISTANCE LAPS dis play will show the total number of miles accumu lated on the treadmill If the number exceeds 999 the thousands and ten thou sands digits will be shown in the INCLINE display 21 The PULSE display will show an for English miles or an for Metric kilometers The console will display Speed and distance in the unit of measurement shown Pressing the SPEED button will change the unit of measurement To exit the information mode remove the key HOW TO ADJUST THE WALKING PLATFORM The walking platform is designed to cushion the impact as you walk or run on the treadmill To increase the firmness of the walking platform turn the adjustment knob clockwise To decrease the firmness turn the knob counterclockwise Note The faster you run on the treadmill the firmer the walking platform should be If the walking platform is not adjusted correctly the treadmill may bounce excessively Adjustment Knob HOW TO
41. n page 8 Select one of the INCLINE programs When the key is inserted the MANUAL mode will be selected To select one of the INCLINE programs press the PROGRAM SELECT button repeatedly until a P 5 P 6 P 7 P 8 or P 9 appears in the SPEED display Program 5 is the HIKER program program 6 is the AEROBIC CROSS TRAINING program pro gram 7 is the INTERVAL program program 8 is the MARATHON program program 9 is the RANDOM program 17 Refer to the LED matrix Each INCLINE program is divided into one minute periods One incline setting is programmed for each period The incline settings of the program First Incline Setting you have 4 OO dOOOOOOO6000000008 selected are OOOOO6006000000060 i 000006000 shown in the 00060000000000000c LED matrix 06000000000000000 006000000000000000 The two 00600000000000000000 TAR ACTUAL columns on HA the left side O Custom Program Recor of the LED matrix will be dark The first incline setting of the program will be shown in the third column see the drawing above the next seventeen incline settings are shown in the seventeen columns to the right Enter your weight if desired When an INCLINE program is selected the 7 12111 current weight setting IL og will flash in the INCLINE display Although it is not necessary to enter your weight to use an INCLINE program the CAL
42. ntrol your portion size don t binge or overeat Eat slowly Reduce fast food and pre packaged meals Pay attention to fat content and calories Limit alcoholic beverages and caffeine Drink at least eight to ten glasses of water a day EXERCISE STEPS The following 9 steps for designing your exercise program were developed by exercise physiologists at NordicTrack The actual exercise you perform is only a part of a safe and effective training program There are many other aspects to developing a life long commitment to physical fitness Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program A medical examination or consultation with your physician is essential 2 Establish personal fitness goals Set attainable realistic goals Reward yourself when you meet those goals Remember your goals should act as a guide for your workout program E Determine your target heart rate Your target heart rate THR is the rate at which you would like your heart to work during aerobic exercise It is expressed as a percentage of your maximum heart rate MHR MHR is the maximum number of times that your heart can pump during one minute To determine your approximate MHR subtract your age in years from 220 This is only an estimation of your MHR only clinical stress testing can provide an actual MHR reading Once you have determined your MHR you can establish your target heart rate zone Beginning exercisers may wi
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44. place In addition press the on off switch to the off position See the drawing near the top of page 12 HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE PROGRAMS The three HEART RATE programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near predetermined settings during your workout The graphs labeled P2 and P3 on the console show the heart rate settings PROGRAMS Dp HEART RATE PROGRAMS of the HILL and HU INTERVAL RE rr I evan programs The am SELF SELECT Consult manual 1 before usin g heart rate programs program will keep your heart rate near a setting that you choose The HILL program is 20 minutes long with a 3 minute cool down period the INTERVAL program is 28 minutes long with a 2 minute cool down period the SELF SELECT program is 60 minutes long Follow the steps below to use a HEART RATE program 4 Plug in the power cord See step 1 on page 12 2 Insert the key fully into the console See step 2 on page 12 3 Put on the CardioTrack heart rate monitor The heart rate monitor must be worn when a HEART RATE program is used To put on the heart rate monitor see How to Use the CardioTrack Heart Rate Monitor on page 8 Note During a HEART RATE program the speed and or incline of the treadmill may automatically decrease if your heart rate is not detected for an extended period of time
45. rd see 1 c above If the circuit breaker has tripped wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in b Check to make sure that the on off switch is in the on position See 1 d above c Make sure that the power cord is plugged in d Remove the key from the console Reinsert the key fully into the console See step 2 on page 12 e If the treadmill still will not run please call our Customer Service Department 3 SYMPTOM AN ERROR CODE E1 E20 E21 E22 E23 OR E24 APPEARS ON THE CONSOLE a If the console detects an incline error an E1 may appear in the INCLINE DISTANCE display when the INCLINE buttons are pressed and when the display shows the current incline level If this error code appears remove the key from the console wait for ten seconds and then reinsert the key If the error code appears again call our Customer Service Department Do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected b If the console detects a speed error no speed signal an erratic speed signal etc an E20 E21 E22 E23 or E24 may appear in the SPEED display If one of these error codes appears remove the key from the console wait for ten seconds and then reinsert the key If the error code appears again call our Customer Service Department Do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected 24 4 SYMPTOM THE HEART RATE MONITOR DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY a See
46. s pressed the percentage will change by 5 The percentage can be from 60 to 8596 As the percentage is changed the heart rate setting shown in the PULSE display will also change Press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button to start the program When the program is started the SPEED display will flash and a tone will sound twice If the incline of the treadmill is higher than 1 5 it will automatically decrease to 1 596 After a moment the walking belt will begin to move at 1 5 mph Hold the handrails and begin walking 16 As you exercise the LED matrix will display two numbers The number on the left is the current target heart rate setting the number on the right is your actual heart rate The numbers are percentages of your maximum possible heart rate At the end of each one minute period of the program a tone will sound and the console will compare your actual heart rate to the target heart rate If your actual heart rate is higher or lower than the target heart rate by 5 or more the speed and or incline of the treadmill will automatically change to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate Custom Program Record The TIME PACE display will show the time remaining in the program Near the end of the program the walking belt will slow to allow you to cool down During the last ten seconds of the program the incline will decrease to 1 5 When no time rem
47. sh to start at 60 to 70 percent of their MHR This level is called the Health level Exercise at 70 to 85 percent of your MHR for the optimal training aerobic or cardiovascular level the Fitness level Advanced exercisers or those wishing to do sports athletic conditioning or inter val training workouts should exercise at 80 to 85 percent of the MHR for short periods of time The chart below shows Target Heart Rate Zones for Health Fitness and Advanced exercisers Be sure to check your heart rate at least twice during an aerobic conditioning session First check your heart rate five minutes into your workout to be sure that you are at the proper intensity Then check it again near the end of your workout to verify that you have maintained your target heart rate for the recommended period of time TARGET HEART RATE ZONES 200 180 160 D 140 A 120 100 80 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 Age Health Fitness Beginner Advanced Optimal train ing aerobic or cardiovascular Sports athletic conditioning interval training low intensity long duration fat burning 26 WEIGHT LOSS TIPS At least four 30 minute workouts per week along with a reduced calorie diet are recommended if you are trying to lose weight However be sure to stay within your target heart rate zone and exercise a maximum of 5 days per week for 60 minutes p
48. show the time remaining in the program When no time remains in the TIME PACE display the walking belt will slow to a stop To stop a CUSTOM program momentarily press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME PACE display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button To end the program and reset the displays hold down the STOP button for two seconds Note While a CUSTOM program is in progress the speed or incline setting of the current period can be adjusted with the SPEED or INCLINE buttons However adjustments will not be stored in memory To reprogram the speed or incline setting of the current period hold down the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button for two seconds The CUSTOM PROGRAM RECORD indicator will light Speed and incline settings can be reprogrammed only when the indicator is lit Adjust the speed or incline setting of the current period by pressing the SPEED or INCLINE buttons After the current period is completed hold down the CUSTOM 1 or 2 button for two seconds The CUSTOM PROGRAM RECORD indicator will darken The new settings will then be stored in the console s memory Follow your progress with the six displays See step 8 on page 13 8 When the program is completed remove the key from the console Make sure that the treadmill is at the lowest incline setting Remove the key from the console Store the key in a secure place In addition press the o
49. shown in the seventeen columns to the right First Speed Setting q x O O O Enter your weight if desired See step 5 on page 19 Press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button to start the program When the button is pressed the SPEED display will flash and a tone will sound twice If the incline of the treadmill is higher than 1 596 it will automatically decrease to 1 596 After a moment the walking belt will begin to move at the first speed setting you programmed previously Hold the handrails and begin walking Refer to the LED matrix During the first one minute period of the program the first speed setting shown in the LED matrix will flash When only three seconds remain in the first period both the first and second speed settings in the LED matrix will flash When the first period is completed all speed settings in the LED matrix will move one column to the left The second speed setting will then flash and the treadmill will adjust to the second speed setting The incline of the treadmill will also change according to the incline setting that you programmed previously At the end of each one minute period of the program all speed settings will move one column to the left the next speed setting will flash and the speed and incline of the treadmill will change according to the settings that you programmed previously The TIME PACE display will
50. ssing or if it is not legible please call our Customer Service Department at 1 800 999 3756 to order a free decal Gardez les enfants loign s du tapis roulant en tout temps Veuillez vous assurer que le loquet de rangement est completement ferm avant de d placer le tapis roulant ou de le ranger Avis Important R glez le degr d inclinaison au minimum avant de plier le tapis roulant Never allow children to KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY P sadi FROM THIS AREA WHILE THE Ta cns decal TREADMILL IS IN OPERATION Storage latch must be on each side fully engaged before treadmill is moved or stored Important incline must be set at lowest level before folding treadmill into storage position Before You Begin Thank you for selecting the new NordicTrack PowerTread 2000 treadmill The PowerTread 2000 treadmill combines advanced technology with innova tive design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardio vascular exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home And when you re not exercising the unique PowerTread 2000 can be folded up requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the treadmill If you have additional questions please call our toll free Customer Service Department at 1 800 999 3756 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time excludin
51. t or com ponent providing 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 assembly 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 specified in the Manual notify our Customer Service Department of any defect within 10 days after discovery of the defect as instructed 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 satis faction 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 neces sary 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
52. tch is inserted into the slot in the side of the frame To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight Do not leave the treadmill in the storage position in temperatures above 85 Fahrenheit Storage HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill convert the treadmill to the Book Holder storage position as described above Make sure that the storage latch is inserted into the slot in the side of the frame 1 Hold the handrails of the treadmill as shown Place one foot on the base in the indicated location Do not hold or push on the book holder or the book holder may be damaged 2 Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location Never move the treadmill without tipping it back or the base pads may come off To reduce the risk of injury use extreme caution while moving the treadmill Do not attempt to move the treadmill over an uneven surface 3 Place one foot on the base and carefully lower the tread mill until it is resting in the storage position 22 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1 Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown Using your left thumb press the storage latch to the left Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot rail are past the storage latch Storage Latch 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and
53. tes at a time a couple of times a day Recent research indicates that several short workouts in one day can also provide fitness benefits Gradually your stamina will increase and it will become easier to exercise for longer periods of time Cool down after aerobic exercise Keep moving It is important that you cool down properly to allow your heart rate to decrease slowly after it has been elevated This helps the blood flow from your extremities back to your heart Keep your legs moving on the treadmill at a slower pace for at least five minutes following the aerobic phase Stretch again at the end of your exercise session Stretching after exercise reduces muscle soreness See step 5 on page 27 Participate in strength training Balanced fitness including both strength training and aerobic exercise can do more to ensure a happy life than just about anything else known to medical science today Kenneth Cooper M D M P H founder of The Cooper Institute For Aerobic Research Dallas Texas A strength training program increases your lean muscle mass Lean muscle mass aids in burning body fat With additional muscle mass and strength you will receive the full benefits of an exercise program You will also be less prone to injuries during the aerobic phase of your workout WORKOUT TIPS Full body conditioning helps take care of many of life s aches and pains However it takes time for your body to adapt to an
54. the Handrail to the side and back repeatedly see arrow A while pushing on the Handrail see arrow B to slide it fully onto the Upright Next pivot the lower end of the Handrail down push it toward the right Upright and then align it with the indi cated hole Tighten two Screws 43 into the upper end of the Handrail 101 and the right Upright 70 Attach the other Handrail 101 to the left Upright 70 as described above 3 With the help of a second person carefully tip the Uprights 70 down as shown Tighten a Handrail Bolt 95 with a Handrail Washer 102 into the right Upright 70 and the lower end of the right Handrail 101 as shown Note It may be necessary to press down on the Handrail to align the holes in the upright and Handrail Next tighten a Handrail Bolt 95 with a Handrail Washer 102 into the left Upright 70 and the lower end of the left Handrail 101 not shown With the help of a second person carefully tip the Uprights 70 back to the upright position 4 Locate the two tabs on the Reading Rack 12 Slide the tabs up into the two slots in the front of the Console 78 Attach the Reading Rack to the Console with the six Screws 43 5 Attach a Weight Rack 112 to each Upright 70 with two Screws 43 as shown Refer to the inset drawing Insert a 2 Ib Handle 115 and two 1 Ib Weights 114 into each Weight Rack 112 6 Remove the two indicated Screws 43 from
55. time remaining in the program Near the end of the program the walking belt will slow to allow you to cool down During the last ten seconds of the program the incline will decrease to 1 5 When no time remains in the TIME PACE display the walking belt will slow to a stop Note If the RANDOM program is selected the program will last for 60 minutes The program can be stopped earlier if desired by holding down the STOP button for two seconds To stop an INCLINE program momentarily press the STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME PACE display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START ENTER button or the SPEED button To end the program and reset the displays hold down the STOP button for two seconds Note While an INCLINE program is in progress the difficulty level of the program can be adjusted if desired with the INCLINE buttons Press the INCLINE button The letters MAX will appear in the LED matrix and a number will flash in the INCLINE display for three seconds This number is the maximum incline that the treadmill will reach during the program Press the INCLINE button again Each time the button is pressed the maximum incline setting will increase by 0 5 As the maximum incline setting increases the difficulty level of the entire program will increase The INCLINE button can be used in the same way to decrease the difficulty level of the program Note The
56. ures designed to make your workouts more effective When the console is in the manual mode the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button As you exercise you can watch your progress on the LED track while the six displays provide continuous exercise feedback Eight preset programs are also offered three HEART RATE programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near predeter mined settings and five INCLINE programs automatically control the incline of the treadmill as they guide you through effective workouts The console also features two CUSTOM programs that allow you to create your own programs and store them in the console s memory for future use To use the manual mode follow the steps beginning on page 12 To use the HEART RATE programs see page 15 To use the INCLINE programs see page 17 To create a CUSTOM program see page 19 To use a CUSTOM program see page 20 Note The console can display speed and distance in either miles or kilometers see Speed Display on page 13 For simplicity all instructions in this user s manual refer to miles 11 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 4 Select the MANUAL mode 4 Plug in the power cord Press the on off switch on the front of the treadmill to the on 1 Position position Next follow VA the instructions on page 10 to plug in the power cord When the power cord is plugged in all dis
57. y new routine Below are some tips that will help ease you into your new NordicTrack routine Begin and end each exercise session with the stretches on page 27 Stretch in a smooth controlled manner Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds You may experience some initial muscle soreness and discomfort as a result of exercising inactive or poorly stretched muscles For maximum benefit a stretching routine must be performed every day Be aware of your body s signals and react to them accordingly At your correct exercise intensity you should be able to whistle or maintain a normal conversation If during exercise you feel tired light headed dizzy or nauseated stop exercising immediately and consult your physician Your heart rate may also be affected by such things as stress caffeine nicotine or prescription drugs WORKOUT PROGRAMS The Health level typically lasts four to six weeks At this level you should be concerned with slowly improving your fitness level and endurance Take it slowly Set mini goals for yourself You may want to begin your fitness routine with three or four short 5 or 10 minute workouts in a day Move on to the Fitness Level only when you feel ready and your heart rate has moved below your target heart rate zone The Fitness level usually lasts 12 to 20 weeks It may last longer depending on your fitness goals At this level you should strive to achieve your fitness goals Set realistic s

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