NordicTrack Cx985 Elliptical User manual

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this equipment. Keep this manual
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USER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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,Inc.

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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.
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 clothing 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 985 elliptical exerciser. The CX 985 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 985 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, see the front cover of
this manual. To help us assist you, please note the
product model number and serial number before call-
ing. The model number is NTE1192.1. The serial num-
ber can be found on a decal attached to the elliptical
exerciser (see the front cover of this manual).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Water Bottle Holder*
*No water bottle is included
Handlebar
Pulse Sensor
FRONT
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Power Socket
Wheel
Pedal
Fan
Bookrack
Console
Ramp
Upright
Leveling Foot
Pedal Leg

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M10 x 110mm Button Screw (70)–2
M8 x 58mm 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
Screw (96)–1
M10 x 78mm Bolt Set (65)–2
M6 Washer
(64)–2 Spacer (109)–2 M8 Jam Nut
(86)–6
M8 x 38mm Button
Bolt (105)–2
M8 Split
Washer (119)–4
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 four
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 refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on
pages 24 and 25. The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly. Note: Some small parts may
have been pre-assembled. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it is pre-assembled.
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) as shown.
1
8
4, 5
1
104
84
84

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3
14 1
Grease
48
48
76
76
99
99 Tubes
3. 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 (14), which is the longer of
the two axles. 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 that 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 4 below. Insert the Pivot Axle (14) into the
Ramp, the Ramp Spacers, and the Frame. If neces-
sary, tap the Pivot Axle with a rubber mallet to insert it.
Slide a 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).
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4. 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
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2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (6) to the Frame with four
M8x44mm Button Screws (84) and a Support Plate
(104) as shown.
6
1
104
84
84
2
Tubes
6476
3

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6. 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).
While carefully pulling the upper end of the Upper
Wire Harness (115) to remove the slack from the
Wire Harnesses, insert the Upright (2) into the Frame
(1). Be careful to avoid pinching the Wire
Harnesses. Attach the Upright with two M10 x 108mm
Button Screws (70), two M10 Split Washers (73), and
two 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.
7
85
105
86
86
23
24
2
2
115
70 42
1
73
73
109
Pull
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7. 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 tube 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
Pulse Sensor Wire (20) or the Pulse Extension Wire
(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 Right Handlebar (23) to the Upright (2) in
the same way.
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5. Identify the Left Pedal (10), which is widest at the rear
and has an opening on the left side. Attach the Left
Pedal to the Left Pedal Leg (4) with two M8 x 58mm
Button Screws (83) and two M8 Split Washers (119).
Attach the Right Pedal (11) to the Right Pedal Leg (5)
in the same way.
Attach two Pedal Wheels (28) and a Wheel Spacer
(31) to the Wheel Frame (30) with an M10 x 78mm Bolt
Set (65). Make sure that the Bolt Set, Pedal Wheels,
and Wheel Spacer are oriented as shown; the
bushing in the Wheel Spacer (see the inset drawing)
must be facing away from the Wheel Frame.
Attach the other two Pedal Wheels and the other
Wheel Spacer (not shown) to the Wheel Frame (not
shown) on the Right Pedal Leg (5) in the same way.
410
5
11 Wide
End
83
119
114
20
30
28
65
28
31
5
31 Bushing
65
Do not pinch the
wire harnesses
during this step.

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11. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical exerciser are properly tightened. Cover the floor beneath the
elliptical exerciser to protect the floor from damage. Note: Some extra hardware may be left over.
The elliptical exerciser is now fully assembled. If you have purchased the optional chest pulse sensor
(see page 21), refer to page 9 of this manual.
10.Plug the Power Cord (116) into the Power Socket
(117) at the rear of the elliptical exerciser.
116
117
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9. 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.
Next, locate the two ground wires that are attached
with a screw to the Upright (2). Connect the ground
wires to the two smallest wires on the Console.
Carefully insert all excess wiring up into the Console
(17) and down into the Upright (2). Attach the Console
to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Screws (98).
(Note: The Screws may be shipped in the console
box.) Be careful to avoid pinching the wires.
17
Ground
Wires
2
98
115
114
Do not pinch
the wires
during this step.
9
26
96
25
2
26
26
8. Locate one of the Handlebar Covers (26). Look inside
of the Handlebar Cover and locate the square tabs
connecting the two halves. Gently lift the tabs and dis-
connect the halves.
Hold the two halves of the Handlebar Cover (26)
around the tube on the left side of the Upright (2). Align
the halves and press them together until they lock.
Attach the other Handlebar Cover (26) to the right side
of the Upright (2) in the same way.
Hold the halves of the Upper Handlebar Cover (25)
around the tube on the front of the Upright (2); be
careful not to damage the Pulse Sensor Wires or
the Pulse Extension Wire (not shown). Attach the
Upper Handlebar Cover with an M4 x 12mm Screw
(96).
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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR
Ifyou have purchased the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 21), follow the steps below to install the
receiver included with the optional chest pulse sensor.
1. Look under the Console (17) and locate the access
cover. Remove the access cover.
2. Hold the receiver in the position shown, with the small
cylinder at the top. Using the two screws included with
the chest pulse sensor, attach the receiver to the two
plastic posts (not shown) inside the access opening in
the back of the Console (17).
3. Connect the wire on the receiver to the indicated wire
on the Console (17). Make sure that the connectors on
the wires snap together. Discard the other wires includ-
ed with the chest pulse sensor.
4. Reattach the access cover to the Console (17). Screws
17
Cylinder
Receiver
Access Cover

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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, two
dashes (– –) will appear in the left display of the
console and the ramp will move to the highest
position and then return to the lowest position.
The calibration process will last for one to two
minutes.
EXERCISING ON THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER
To mount the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars
and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest position.
Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the pedals until
they begin to move with a continuous motion.
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