NordicTrack CX 998 NEL70950 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Toreduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the elliptical exerciser.
1. Read all instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the elliptical exerciser before
using the elliptical exerciser. Use the ellipti-
cal exercise only as described.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical exerciser are
adequately informed of all precautions.
3. The elliptical exerciser is intended for
in-home use only. Do not use the elliptical
exerciser in a commercial, rental, or institu-
tional setting.
4. Keep the elliptical exerciser indoors, away
from moisture and dust. Place the elliptical
exerciser on a level surface, with a mat
beneath it to protect the floor or carpet.
Make sure that there is enough clearance
around the elliptical exerciser to mount, dis-
mount, and use the elliptical exerciser.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical exerciser at all times.
7. The elliptical exerciser should not be used
by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the elliptical exerciser. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
9. Always hold the handlebars when mounting,
dismounting, or using the elliptical exerciser.
10. Keep your back straight when using the ellip-
tical exerciser; do not arch your back.
11. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercis-
ing, stop immediately and cool down.
12. 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.
13. 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.
14. Always unplug the power cord immediately
after use and before cleaning the elliptical
exerciser.
15. The decal shown below has been placed on
the elliptical exerciser. If the decal is missing
or illegible, please call the toll-free telephone
number on the front cover of this manual
and order a free replacement decal. Apply
the decal in the location shown.
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.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack®
CX 998 elliptical exerciser. The CX 998 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 998 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 this manual, please see the front
cover of this manual. To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is NEL70950. 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.
Handlebar
Pulse Sensor
FRONT
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Power Socket
Wheel
Pedal
Fan
Console
Ramp
Upright
Upper Body Arm
Leveling Foot
Pedal Leg

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M8 x 56mm Button Screw (83)–4
M8 x 44mm Button Screw (84)–8
M6 x 16mm Patch
Screw (76)–4 M8 x 41mm Button
Bolt (85)–4
M10 Split
Washer
(73)–2
M4 x 12mm
Round Head
Screw (96)–1
M6 Washer
(64)–2
7.6mm Spacer
(109)–2
M8 Jam Nut
(86)–6
M4 x 16mm
Round Head
Screw (69)–4
M8 x 38mm Button Bolt
(105)–2
M
M10 x 108mm Button Screw (70)–2
M8 Split
Washer
(30)–4
M8 x 79mm Bolt Set (65)–2
ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the
included allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , two adjustable
wrenches , a rubber mallet , and pliers .
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 is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on pages 24
and 25. The second number is 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.
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),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (not shown) to the Frame
in the same way.
1
8
4, 5
1
104
84
84

6
3
14 1
Grease
48
48
76
76
99
99 Tubes
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. Align the round
tubes on the Ramp (3) with the Ramp Spacers. Make
sure that the Ramp is turned as shown in drawing
3below. Insert the Pivot Axle (14) into the Ramp, the
Ramp Spacers, and the Frame. If necessary, use a
rubber mallet to fully insert the Pivot Axle.
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).
Tubes
2
3
3. 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). Tighten the Patch Screw into the open
end of the Incline Axle (13). 13
Grease
Motor
Screw
64
76
3
64
76
4. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the posi-
tion shown.
Connect the Upper Wire Harness (115) to the Lower
Wire Harness (42). Insert the connectors on the Wire
Harnesses up into the Upright (2). Carefully pull the
upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
the slack from the Wire Harnesses. See the inset
drawing. Attach the Lower Wire Harness to the Upright
with the Nylon Zip Tie (125). Pull the Nylon Zip Tie
tight and cut offthe excess.
Insert the Upright (2) into the Frame (1). Be careful to
avoid pinching the Wire Harnesses (115, 42). 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 facing the Upright. Be careful to
avoid damaging the Wire Harnesses with the
Button Screws. Do not tighten the the Button
Screws yet.
2
115
70 42
1
73
73
109
4
109
Do not pinch
the wire
harnesses
during this
step.
1
42
2
125
Pull

7
5
85
105
86
118
119
86
23
24
2
31
3
Lubricate
118
5. Slide a 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.
Hold one of the Upper Body Arms (118) with one hand,
hold the Upper Body Leg (31) with your other hand,
and slide the Upper Body Arm onto the axle on the left
side of the Upright (2). Next, extend the Upper Body
Leg and apply the entire contents of one packet of
clear lubricant. Then, rest the end of the Upper Body
Leg on the Ramp (3).
Have another 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) in the same way.
114
20
26
96
25
25
2
26
26
6. Look inside one of the Handlebar Cover Sets (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 Set (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 Set (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).
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7. Apply a liberal amount of grease to the barrel 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 Pedal 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 56mm Button Screws (83)
and two M8 Split Washers (30).
Repeat this step on the right side of the elliptical
exerciser.
See step 4. Tighten the two M10 x 108mm Button
Screws (70).
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.
9. Plug the Power Cord (116) into the Power Socket
(117) at the rear of the elliptical exerciser.
116
117
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8. Have another person hold the Console (17) near the
Upright (2).
Connect the Upper Wire Harness (115) to the wire har-
ness on the Console (17). Connect the Pulse
Extension Wire (114) to the pulse wire on the Console.
Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright
(2). Attach the Console to the Upright with four M4 x
16mm Round Head Screws (69). (Note: The Round
Head Screws may be found in the console box.) Be
careful to avoid pinching the wires.
17
2
69
115
114
Do not pinch
the wires
during this step.
8
7
4
10
5
83
65 28
Notch
65
31
Holes
Grease
30

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HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
This product
must be
grounded.
Ifit should
malfunction
or 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.
A temporary
adapter may
be used to
connect the
power cord
to a 2-pole
receptacle
as shown at
the right if a
properly
grounded
outlet is not
available. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a
qualified electrician.
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 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,
three dashes (– – –) will appear in the console dis-
play while the ramp moves to the highest position
and then returns to the lowest position.
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.
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 offthe lowest pedal.
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.
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Grounded Outlet
Grounding Pin
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
Grounded Outlet Box
Adapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Pedals
Handlebar

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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 pedals 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.
The console also offers eight preset programs. Each
program automatically changes the resistance of the
pedals 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
pedals and prompt you to vary your pace to keep your
heart rate near a target heart rate while you exercise.
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 stereo
audio cable, you can connect the elliptical exerciser to
your portable stereo, home stereo, computer,or VCR
and play special iFIT.com CD and video programs
(iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes are available sepa-
rately). iFIT.com programs automatically control the
resistance of the pedals 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, please call the toll-free telephone
number on the front cover of this manual.
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.
To use the manual mode of the console,follow the
steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset
program,see page 13. To use a heart rate program,
see page 14. To use an iFIT.com CD or video pro-
gram,see page 19. To use an iFIT.com program
directly from our Web site,see page 20.
Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face
of the console, remove it before using the console.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM