NordicTrack Cxt 950 Elliptical User manual

CAUTION
Read all precautions and instruc-
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. NTEVEL59030
Serial No. _
Serial Number
Decal
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questions, or if there are missing
parts, please call:
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USER’S MANUAL
08457 089 009
Class HC Fitness Product

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
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NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer.
1. Read all instructions in this manual before
using the elliptical crosstrainer. Use the
elliptical crosstrainer only as described.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical crosstrainer
are adequately informed of all precautions.
3. The elliptical crosstrainer is intended for
in-home use only. Do not use the elliptical
crosstrainer in any commercial, rental, or
institutional setting.
4. Place the elliptical crosstrainer on a level
surface, with a mat beneath it to protect the
floor or carpet. Keep the elliptical crosstrain-
er indoors, away from moisture and dust.
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 crosstrainer at all times.
7. The elliptical crosstrainer should not be used
by persons weighing more than 115 kg (250
lbs.).
8. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the elliptical crosstrainer. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
9. Always hold the handlebar or the upper
body arms when mounting, dismounting, or
using the elliptical crosstrainer.
10. Keep your back straight when using the ellip-
tical crosstrainer. Do not arch your back.
11. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time
whilst exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling down.
12. The pulse sensors are not medical devices.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensors are intended
only as exercise aids 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 crosstrainer does not have a free
wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops.
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®
CXT 950 elliptical crosstrainer. The CXT 950 is an
incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a
natural elliptical path, minimising the impact on your
knees and ankles. And the unique CXT 950 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.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical crosstrainer. If you have addi-
tional questions, please call our Customer Service
Department at 08457 089 009.To help us assist you,
please note the product model number and serial
number before calling. The model number is NTEV-
EL59030. The serial number can be found on a decal
attached to the elliptical crosstrainer (see the front
cover of this manual for the location of the decal).
Before reading further, please familiarise yourself with
the parts that are labelled in the drawing below.
Upper Body Arm
Water Bottle Holder*
*No water bottle is included
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
FRONT
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Spring Arm
Pedal Disk
Levelling Foot
Wheel
Pedal
Bookrack
Console
Incline Bracket
Incline Frame

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Place all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the
two included hex keys and your own phillips screwdriver , adjustable spanner ,
rubber mallet , and pliers .
As you assemble the elliptical crosstrainer, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on
page 26. The second number refers to the quantity used in assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been
pre-attached for shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.
1. Identify the Rear Stabiliser (94), which has two
Levelling Feet (99) threaded into it. Turn the Rear
Stabiliser so the Levelling Feet are closest to the rear
of the Frame (1) as shown. Attach the Rear Stabiliser
to the Frame with the four M10 x 56mm Button Screws
(60) and four M10 Split Washers (22).
22 1
60
60 22
94
99
1
M10 Nylon Locknut (26)–5
M8 x 19mm Button Screw (30)–2
M10 x 85mm Bolt (25)–1
M8 Split
Washer (58)–2 M8 Washer (33)–2 M10 Split
Washer (22)–8 M10 Washer (63)–2
M10 x 43mm Button Screw (97)–4
M10 x 56mm Button Screw (60)–4 M10 x 33mm Carriage Bolt (61)–2

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3
5
V-shaped Groove
29
Grease
33
33
30
30
58
58
1
Tubes
Tubes
3. Slide an M8 Split Washer (58) and an M8 Washer (33)
onto an M8 x 19mm Button Screw (30). Tighten the
Button Screw into one end of the Incline Axle (29).
Next, apply a small amount of the included grease to
the Incline Axle.
Align the indicated tubes on the Incline Frame (5) with
the tubes on the Frame (1). Make sure that the
Incline Frame is turned so the V-shaped grooves
are on top. Insert the Incline Axle (29) through the
Incline Frame and the Frame. Note: It may be helpful
to tap the Incline Axle with a rubber mallet to insert it.
Slide an M8 Split Washer (58) and an M8 Washer (33)
onto the other M8 x 19mm Button Screw (30). Tighten
the Button Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle
(29).
4. Attach the Incline Bracket (24) to the lower end of the
Upright (2) with the M10 x 85mm Bolt (25) and an M10
Nylon Locknut (26). Do not overtighten the Nylon
Locknut; the Incline Bracket must be able to pivot
easily.
4
24
25
26
2
2. Attach the Front Stabiliser (90) to the Frame (1) with
the four M10 x 43mm Button Screws (97) and four
M10 Split Washers (22). Make sure that the Front
Stabiliser is turned so the Stabiliser Wheels (45)
are not touching the floor.
97
90
45
22
22
1
2

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7. Identify the Left Pedal (41). Attach the Left Pedal to the
Left Spring Arm (3) with an M10 x 33mm Carriage Bolt
(61), an M10 Washer (63), and an Adjustment Knob
(77) as shown. Note: The Left Pedal can be attached
in any of five positions (see HOW TO ADJUST THE
PEDALS on page 11).
Attach the Right Pedal (not shown) in the same way.
Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position.
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61 41
77
63
3
6. Remove the four M10 Nylon Locknuts (26) from the
welded bolts on the front of the Frame (1).
Whilst a second person holds the Upright (2) near the
Frame (1), connect the Extension Wire Harness (51) to
the Wire Harness (85).
Align the four holes in the bracket at the bottom of the
Upright (2) with the welded bolts on the Frame (1).
Lower the Upright, feeding all slack Extension Wire
Harness (51) and Wire Harness (85) into the
Upright, until the welded bolts are inserted into the
bracket. Do not allow the Wire Harnesses to be
pinched.
Lift the front of the Incline Frame (5). Tighten the four
M10 Nylon Locknuts (26) onto the welded bolts on the
Frame (1).
6
2
5
1
26
51
85
26
Welded Bolts
2
Wire
Harness
51
35 35
93
5
84
84
87
87
Bookrack
5. The Console (87) requires four 1,5 V (“D”) batteries
(included). Alkaline batteries are recommended. To
install batteries, turn the Console face down and
remove the Battery Cover (84), as shown in the inset
drawing. Insert four batteries into the Console. Make
sure that the negative ends of the batteries
(marked “–”) are facing the springs in the Console.
Then, reattach the Battery Cover.
Connect the console wire harness to the Extension
Wire Harness (51).
Attach the Console (87) to the Upright (2) with the four
Console Screws (35) and the four Console Washers
(93) packaged with the Console. Be careful to avoid
pinching the wires.
Snap the bookrack onto the Console (87) in the indi-
cated location.
Make sure the
Wire Harnesses
(51, 85) do not
get pinched and
damaged during
this step.
Make sure the
Wire Harnesses
do not get
pinched and
damaged during
this step.

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9. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may
be left over after assembly is completed.
8. Apply a small amount of the included Teflon®lubricant
to a paper towel. Rub a thin film of the lubricant onto
the Chrome Tubes (21) on the Left and Right Spring
Arms (3, 4). Next, slide the Left Upper Body Arm (7),
which is marked with a sticker, onto the Chrome Tube
on the Left Spring Arm. Slide the Right Upper Body
Arm (75) onto the Chrome Tube on the Right Spring
Arm. Make sure that the Upper Body Arms are on
the correct sides—the upper ends should bend in
the direction shown by the arrows. Next, slide an
Axle Cover (74) onto the post on each Upper Body Arm.
Apply grease to the Arm Axle (19). Insert the Arm Axle
into the right Axle Cover (74) and the Right Upper Body
Arm (75). Next, insert the Arm Axle into the Upright (2)
until the left end of the Arm Axle is flush with the left
side of the Upright. Then, insert the Arm Axle into the
left Axle Cover and the Left Upper Body Arm (7).
Centre the Arm Axle (19). Using the included pedal
tool, tap two Push Nuts (15) about 3 mm (1/8”) onto
each end of the Arm Axle. Make sure that the Push
Nuts are turned as shown in the inset drawing. (Note: It
may be helpful if another person holds a block of wood
against one end of the Arm Axle whilst you tap Push
Nuts onto the other end.) Then, press an Axle Cap (34)
onto each end of the Arm Axle.
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21
21
2
74
Post
Grease
74
19
34
34
15
15
7
4
75
Pedal Tool 15 19
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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR
The chest pulse sensor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the sensor unit. Follow the steps
below to put on the chest pulse sensor.
See the inset drawing above. Insert the tab on
one end of the chest strap through one end of the
sensor unit. Press the end of the sensor unit
under the buckle on the chest strap.
Wrap the
chest pulse
sensor
around
your chest.
Attach the
free end of
the chest
strap to the
sensor unit as described above. Adjust the length
of the chest strap, if necessary.The chest pulse
sensor should be under your clothing, against
your skin, and as high under the pectoral mus-
cles or breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that
the logo is right-side-up and facing forward.
Pull the
sensor unit
away from
your body
afew inch-
es and
locate the
two elec-
trode areas on the inner side. Using a saline
solution such as saliva or contact lens solution,
wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit
to a position against your chest.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING
If the chest pulse sensor does not function proper-
ly, or if the displayed heart rate is excessively high
or low, try the troubleshooting steps below.
• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen-
sor as described at the left. If the chest pulse sensor
does not function when positioned as described,
move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.
• Each time you use the chest pulse sensor, use
saline solution such as saliva or contact lens solu-
tion to wet the two electrode areas on the sensor
unit (see the drawing below). If heart rate readings
do not appear until you begin perspiring, re-wet the
electrode areas.
•Make sure that you are within arm’slength of the
console. For the console to display heart rate
readings, the user must be within arm’slength of
the console.
•The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical condi-
tions such as premature ventricular contractions
(pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.
• The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be
affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
magnetic interference may be causing a problem,
try relocating your exercise equipment.
• If the chest pulse sensor still does not function prop-
erly, test the chest pulse sensor in the following way:
Hold the chest
pulse sensor
and place your
thumbs over
the electrode
areas as
shown. Next,
hold the chest
pulse sensor near the console. Whilst holding one
thumb stationary,begin tapping the other thumb
against the electrode area at a rate of about one tap
per second. Check the heart rate reading on the
console.
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2
1
Chest Strap
Sensor Unit
Tab
Buckle
Electrode Areas
Sensor
Unit
Electrode Areas
Logo

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•If the chest pulse sensor does not function properly
after you have followed all of the above instructions,
the battery should be replaced in the following way:
Locate the battery
cover on the back of
the sensor unit. Insert
acoin into the slot in
the cover, turn the
cover counterclock-
wise, and remove the
cover.
Remove the old bat-
tery and insert a
new CR 2032 bat-
tery. Make sure that
the battery is
turned so the writ-
ing is on top.
Replace the battery
cover and turn it
clockwise to close it.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE
•Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the chest pulse sen-
sor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off when
it is removed and the electrode areas are dried. If
the chest pulse sensor is not dried after each use, it
may remain activated longer than necessary, drain-
ing the battery prematurely.
•Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.
•Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time. Do not expose
the chest pulse sensor to temperatures above 50°
Celsius (122° Fahrenheit) or below -10° Celsius
(14° Fahrenheit).
•Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.
•Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.
CR 2032
Battery