NordicTrack CXT 970 User manual

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this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Model No. NTEL99010
Serial No. _
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USER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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.
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 250 pounds.
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
while exercising, stop immediately and
begin cooling 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 crosstrainer does not have a free
wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops.
14. After adjusting the incline frame, move it up
or down slightly until the pin on the incline
knob snaps into one of the holes in the
incline bracket. Push the incline knob to
make sure that the pin is fully inserted into
the hole.
15. The decal shown below has been placed on
the elliptical crosstrainer. If the decal is
missing or illegible, please call our Customer
Service Department toll-free at 1-888-825-
2588 to order a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown.
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 970 elliptical crosstrainer. The CXT 970 is an
incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a
natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your
knees and ankles. And the unique CXT 970 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 crosstrainer. If you have addi-
tional questions, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number
before calling. The model number is NTEL99010. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
elliptical crosstrainer (see the front cover of this man-
ual for the location of the decal).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled 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
Leveling Foot
Wheel
Pedal
Bookrack
Console
Incline Knob
Incline Frame

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M10 x 43mm Button Screw (65)–4 M10 x 56mm Button Screw (60)–4 M10 x 36mm Carriage Bolt (61)–2
M10 Nylon
Locknut (26)–4
M10 Washer
(63)–2
M8 Washer
(33)–2
M10 Split
Washer (22)–8
M8 Split
Washer (58)–2
M8 x 19mm
Screw (30)–2
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. In addition to the two
included allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver , an adjustable
wrench , a 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 22. 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.
2. Attach the Front Stabilizer (90) to the Frame (1) with
the four M10 x 43mm Button Screws (65) and four
M10 Split Washers (22). Make sure that the Front
Stabilizer is turned so the Wheels (45) are not
touching the floor. 65
65
90
45
22
22 1
2
1. Identify the Rear Stabilizer (59), which has Leveling
Feet (14) threaded into it. Attach the Rear Stabilizer to
the Frame with the four M10 x 56mm Button Screws
(60) and four M10 Split Washers (22).
22 1
60
60 22
59
14
1

6
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 Screw (30). Tighten the 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 Screw (30). Tighten the
Screw into the open end of the Incline Axle (29).
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Wire
Harness
Bookrack
51
35 35
93
4
87
4. Connect the wire harness on the Console (87) 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 wire harnesses.
Snap the bookrack onto the Console (87) in the location
shown.
5. Remove the four M10 Nylon Locknuts (26) from the
welded bolts on the front of the Frame (1).
While 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).
5
2
5
1
26
51
85
Welded Bolts
Make sure the
Wire Harnesses
(51, 85) do not
get pinched and
damaged during
this step. 26

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6. Identify the Left Pedal (41). Attach the Left Pedal to
the Left Spring Arm (3) with an M10 x 36mm 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 9).
Attach the Right Pedal (not shown) in the same way.
Make sure that both Pedals are in the same position.
6
61 41
77
63
3
7. 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 (74) and the Left Upper Body Arm (7).
Center the Arm Axle (19). Using the included pedal
tool, tap two Push Nuts (15) about 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 while you tap Push Nuts onto
the other end.) Then, press an Axle Cap (34) onto each
end of the Arm Axle.
7
21
21
2
74
Post
Grease
74
19
34
34
15
15
7
4
75
Pedal Tool 15 19
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8. Plug the Power Supply (13) into the jack at the rear of
the elliptical crosstrainer. Note: Your Power Supply
may look different from the one pictured.
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13
Jack
9. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical crosstrainer
are properly tightened. Note: Some hardware may be
left over after assembly is completed.

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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR
If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (refer to
page 19), follow the steps below to install the receiver and
the Y-connector included with the chest pulse sensor.
1. Remove the four indicated screws from the back of the
Console (87). Lift the top of the Console. Be careful
not to disconnect any wires.
2. Peel the paper off the adhesive pad on the back of the
receiver (A). Orient the receiver exactly as shown, and
press it onto the Console (87) in the indicated location.
Connect the wire on the receiver (A) to the Y-connector
(B) as shown. Unplug the indicated console wire (C)
from the indicated jack (D), and plug the console wire
into the Y-connector. Then, plug the Y-connector into
the jack (D).
Refer to step 1 above. Reattach the top of the Console
(87) with the four screws. Make sure that no wires
are pinched.
Note: Any other wires that are included with the chest
pulse sensor may be discarded. A
87
Screws
1
B
C
D
Cylinder
2
87

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER
EXERCISING ON THE ELLIPTICAL CROSSTRAINER
To mount the elliptical crosstrainer, hold the handgrip
pulse sensor 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. Note: The pedal disks can turn in either
direction. It is recommended that you turn the
pedal disks in the direction shown by the arrow
below; however, to give variety to your exercise,
you may turn the pedal disks in the opposite
direction.
To dismount the elliptical crosstrainer, wait until the
pedals come to a complete stop. The elliptical
crosstrainer does not have a free wheel; the ped-
als will continue to move until the flywheel stops.
When the pedals are stationary, step off the highest
pedal first. Then, step off the lowest pedal.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDALS
The motion of the
pedals is deter-
mined by their
position on the
spring arms.
Their are five dif-
ferent pedal posi-
tions. To adjust
the pedals, first
loosen the knob
beneath each
pedal. Slide the pedals forward or backward to the
desired position, and then retighten the knobs. Make
sure that both pedals are in the same position.
INCLINE ADJUSTMENT
As you exercise on the elliptical crosstrainer, you can
vary the effect of the exercise by raising or lowering
the incline frame. First, position the pedal arms side
by side. Next, lift the incline frame slightly and pull
the incline knob. Raise or lower the incline frame to
the desired position and then release the incline knob.
Move the incline frame up or down slightly until
the pin on the incline knob snaps into one of the
holes in the incline bracket. Push the incline knob
to make sure that the pin is fully inserted into the
hole.
HOW TO USE THE UPPER BODY ARMS
The upper body
arms are designed
to add upper-body
exercise to your
workouts. As you
exercise, push
and pull the upper
body arms in
order to work your
arms, back, and
shoulders. To
exercise only your
lower body, hold
the handgrip pulse
sensor as you
exercise.
Pedal
Pedal Disk
Handgrip
Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arms
Handgrip
Pulse
Sensor
Pedal
Knob
Incline
Frame
Incline
Knob

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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 elliptical crosstrainer
can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exer-
cise, the console will provide continuous exercise
feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using
the handgrip pulse sensor. (For information about an
optional chest pulse sensor, refer to page 19.)
The console also offers six smart workout programs.
Each program automatically changes the resistance of
the elliptical crosstrainer 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 work-
out programs that automatically change the resistance
of the elliptical crosstrainer and prompt you to vary
your pace to keep your heart rate near a target heart
rate as you exercise.
The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. IFIT.com technology is like having a per-
sonal trainer right in your home. Using the included
audio cable, you can connect the elliptical crosstrainer
to your home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and
play special iFIT.com CD programs (CDs are available
separately). IFIT.com CD programs automatically con-
trol the resistance of the elliptical crosstrainer 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. Each CD fea-
tures two programs designed by certified personal
trainers.
In addition, you can connect the elliptical crosstrainer
to your VCR and TV and play iFIT.com video programs
(videocassettes are available separately). Video pro-
grams offer the same benefits as iFIT.com CD pro-
grams, but add the excitement of working out with a
class and an instructor.
With the elliptical crosstrainer connected to your com-
puter, you can also go to our new Web site at
www.iFIT.com and access audio programs and video
programs directly from the internet.
To purchase iFIT.com CDs and videocassettes, call
toll-free 1-800-884-0620.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM
Note: If there is
a sheet of clear
plastic on the
face of the con-
sole, remove it.
Matrix
Training Zone Bar
Displays