NordicTrack E 6.3 Elliptical User manual

USER’S MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS..................................................................3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL ..............................................................13
FCC INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................20
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................22
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your elliptical before using your elliptical. ICON
assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the
use of this product.
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
2. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or persons
with pre-existing health problems.
3. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
4. The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in a commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
6. Place the elliptical on a level surface, with at
least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and
rear of the elliptical and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each
side. To protect the floor or carpet from dam-
age, place a mat under the elliptical.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
8. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.
9. The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 300 lbs. (136 kg).
10. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the elliptical. Always wear athletic
shoes for foot protection while exercising.
11. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.
12. 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.
13. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the fly-
wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
a controlled way.
14. Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical; do not arch your back.
15. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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STANDARD SERVICE PLANS

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary
NORDICTRACK®E 6.3 elliptical. The E 6.3 elliptical
provides an impressive selection of features designed
to make your workouts at home more effective and
enjoyable.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the elliptical. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the front cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Heart Rate Monitor
Accessory Tray
Handlebar
Upper Body Arm
Pedal
Roller
Handle
Ramp
Ramp Handle
Console
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Wheel
Leveling Foot
Length: 5 ft. 7 in. (170 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 1 in. (64 cm)

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PART IDENTIFICATION CHART
Use the drawings below to identify the small parts needed for assembly. The number in parentheses below each
drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the
key number is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it
has been preassembled. Extra parts may be included.
M10 x 115mm
Screw (104)–4
M10 x 60mm
Screw (106)–4
M8 Locknut
(110)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (97)–12
M8 Washer
(103)–2
M8 x 38mm
Bolt (108)–4
M10 Washer
(111)–6
M8 x 18mm
Screw (109)–2
M10 x 20mm
Screw (107)–6

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2. With the help of a second person, place some of
the packing materials (not shown) under the rear
of the Frame (1). Have the second person hold
the Frame to prevent it from tipping while you
complete this step.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (2) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 115mm Screws (104).
Remove the packing materials from under the
rear of the Frame (1).
2
1
2
104
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materialsuntilyounishallassemblysteps.
• Left parts are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts
are marked “R” or “Right.”
• To identify small parts, see page 6.
• In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver
one rubber mallet
Assembly may be easier if you have a set of
wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
1. Go to www.nordictrackservice.com/
registration on your computer and register
your product.
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3. With the help of a second person, place some
of the packing materials (not shown) under the
front of the Frame (1). Have the second per-
son hold the Frame to prevent it from tipping
while you complete this step.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 115mm Screws (104).
Remove the packing materials from under the
front of the Frame (1).
1
3104
4
4. Orient the Upright (4) as shown.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Have a
second person hold the Upright (4) against the
Frame (1). Attach the Upright with four M10 x
60mm Screws (106). Start all the Screws, and
then tighten them.
Avoid pinching
the wires
4
1
106

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6. Identify the Right Upper Body Leg (26) and the
Right Pedal Arm (37) and orient them as shown.
Using a plastic bag to keep your fingers clean,
apply some of the included grease to the axle on
the Right Upper Body Leg (26).
Slide the Right Pedal Arm (37) onto the Right
Upper Body Leg (26). Attach the Right Pedal
Arm with an M10 x 20mm Screw (107) and an
M10 Washer (111).
Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Arm
(38) to the Left Upper Body Leg (28).
26
28
38
37
107
111
Grease
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5. See the inset drawing. Connect the Upper Wire
(116) to the Lower Wire (115). Press the connec-
tors downward into the Shield Cover (30).
Then, press the Upright Cover (23) onto the
Shield Cover (30).
23
30
116
115
30

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8. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (25) and ori-
ent it as shown. Do not insert the Right Upper
Body Arm into the Right Upper Body Leg (26)
yet.
Apply some of the included grease to the axle on
the right side of the Upright (4).
Slide the Right Upper Body Arm (25) onto the
right side of the Upright (4). Attach the Right
Upper Body Arm with an M8 x 18mm Screw
(109) and an M8 Washer (103).
Repeat this step to attach the Left Upper
Body Arm (27) to the Upright (4).
7. Apply some of the included grease to an Arm
Axle (93).
Insert the Arm Axle (93) into the Right Pedal Arm
(37), through an Arm Spacer (120), and into the
Right Roller Arm (39).
Then, tighten an M10 x 20mm Screw (107) with
an M10 Washer (111) into each end of the Arm
Axle (93) at the same time.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Arm
(38) to the Left Roller Arm (40). 39
25
27
4
103 109
37
120
93
38 107
107
111
111
Grease
Grease
8
26
40

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25
26
110
108
Hexagonal
Holes
9. Insert the Right Upper Body Arm (25) into the
Right Upper Body Leg (26).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (25) with two
M8 x 38mm Bolts (108) and two M8 Locknuts
(110). Make sure that the Locknuts are in the
hexagonal holes.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Upper
Body Arm (27) to the Left Upper Body Leg
(not shown).
10. Identify an Upper Body Cover A (31) and an
Upper Body Cover B (32) and orient them as
shown.
Attach the Upper Body Cover B (32) to the
Right Upper Body Arm (25) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (97).
Then, press the Upper Body Cover A (31) onto
the Upper Body Cover B (32).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
31
32
97
25
9
10
27
27
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11. Identify the Right Pedal Arm Cover A (41) and
the Right Pedal Arm Cover B (42) and orient
them as shown.
Attach the Right Pedal Arm Cover B (42) to
the Right Pedal Arm (37) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (97).
Then, press the Right Pedal Arm Cover A (41)
onto the Right Pedal Arm Cover B (42).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
41
97
37
42

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4
8
12
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12. While a second person holds the Console (8)
near the Upright (4), plug the Upper Wire (116)
and the Pulse Wire (117) into the matching
receptacles on the back of the Console.
The connectors on the Upper Wire (116) and
the Pulse Wire (117) should slide easily into
the receptacles and snap into place. If a con-
nector does not slide easily into a receptacle,
turn the connector and try again. If you do not
connect the connectors properly, the console
may become damaged.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (8) to the Upright (4) with four M4 x
16mm Screws (97).
Avoid pinching
the wires
116
97
117
33
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PTFE
Grease
48
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15. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the elliptical. Note: Extra parts may be
included. Place a mat beneath the elliptical to protect the floor.
14. Plug the Power Adapter (114) into the receptacle
on the frame of the elliptical.
Note: To plug the Power Adapter (114) into an
outlet, see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 13.
114
13. Apply a small amount of the included PTFE
grease to a paper towel. Spread a thin layer of
the PTFE grease evenly along the Right and Left
Tracks (11, 33) where the Rollers (48) move.
Then, wipe off any excess grease.

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HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER
IMPORTANT: If the elliptical has been exposed to
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem-
perature before you plug in the power adapter. If
you do not do this, you may damage the console
displays or other electronic components.
Plug the power adapter
into the receptacle
on the frame of the
elliptical. Then, plug
the power adapter into
an appropriate outlet
that is properly installed
in accordance with
all local codes and
ordinances.
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL
Due to the size and weight of the elliptical, moving
it requires two persons. Stand in front of the elliptical,
hold the upright, and place one foot against one of the
wheels. Pull on the upright and have a second person
lift the handle until the elliptical will roll on the wheels.
Carefully move the elliptical to the desired location, and
then lower it to the floor.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
If the elliptical rocks
slightly on your
floor during use,
turn one or both
of the leveling feet
beneath the rear of
the frame until the
rocking motion is
eliminated.
HOW TO CHANGE THE INCLINE OF THE RAMP
To vary the motion of the pedals, you can change
the incline of the ramp. To raise the ramp, press the
latch button and pull the ramp handle upward to the
desired incline level. Then, release the latch button and
engage the latch pin into one of the adjustment holes
in the frame. Make sure that the latch pin is firmly
engaged in one of the adjustment holes in the
frame.
To lower the ramp, press the latch button, pull the ramp
handle, and lower the ramp to the desired incline level.
Then, release the latch button and engage the latch
pin into one of the adjustment holes in the frame. Make
sure that the latch pin is firmly engaged in one of
the adjustment holes in the frame.
Power Adapter
Pull on the
upright
Place
your foot
here
Lift here
Leveling
Feet
Ramp
Handle
Button

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HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
To mount the elliptical, hold the handlebars or the
upper body arms and step onto the pedal that is in the
lower position. Then, step onto the other pedal. Push
the pedals until they begin to move with a continuous
motion. Note: The pedals can turn in either direc-
tion. It is recommended that you turn the pedals
in the direction shown by the arrow; however, for
variety, you can turn the pedals in the opposite
direction.
To dismount the elliptical, wait until the pedals come to
a complete stop. Note: The elliptical does not have
a free wheel; the pedals will continue to move until
the flywheel stops. When the pedals are stationary,
step off the higher pedal first. Then, step off the lower
pedal.
Handlebars
Upper
Body Arms
Pedals

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CONSOLE DIAGRAM
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers an array of features
designed to make your workouts more effective and
enjoyable.
When you use the manual mode of the console, you
can change the resistance of the pedals 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 heart rate monitor.
The console also offers a selection of preset work-
outs. Each preset workout automatically changes the
resistance of the pedals as it guides you through an
effective workout.
You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player
to the console sound system and listen to your favorite
music or audio books while you exercise.
To use the manual mode, see page 16. To use a
preset workout, see page 18. To use the sound
system, see page 19. To use the settings mode,
see page 19.

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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
When you turn on the console, the display will turn
on. A tone will then sound and the console will be
ready for use.
2. Select the manual mode.
When you turn on the console, the manual mode
will be selected.
If you have selected a workout, reselect the manual
mode by pressing the Speed button or the Calorie
button repeatedly until a track appears in the center
display.
3. Begin pedaling and change the resistance of
the pedals as desired.
As you pedal, change the
resistance of the pedals by
pressing the 1 Step Resistance
increase and decrease but-
tons or by pressing one of the
numbered 1 Step Resistance
buttons.
Note: After you press the buttons, it will take a
moment for the pedals to reach the selected resis-
tance level.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
The left display—This
display can show the
elapsed time and the
approximate number
of calories you have
burned. The display will
change modes every few seconds.
Note: During a preset workout, the display will
show the time remaining in the workout.
The left display will also show your heart rate
when you use the handgrip heart rate monitor (see
step 5).
The center display—
This display will show
the resistance level of
the pedals for a few
seconds each time
the resistance level
changes.
This display will also
show a track represent-
ing 1/4 mile (400 m). As
you exercise, indicators
will appear in succes-
sion around the track
until the entire track appears. The track will then
disappear and the indicators will again begin to
appear in succession.
The right display—
This display can show
the distance you have
pedaled in total revolu-
tions and your pedaling
speed in revolutions per
minute (rpm). The display will change modes every
few seconds.
Track

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5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
If there are sheets
of plastic on the
metal contacts
on the handgrip
heart rate moni-
tor, remove the
plastic. In addi-
tion, make sure
that your hands
are clean. To
measure your heart
rate, hold the handgrip heart rate monitor with your
palms resting against the contacts. Avoid moving
your hands or gripping the contacts tightly.
When your pulse is detected, a heart-shaped
symbol will flash in the display and then your heart
rate will be shown. For the most accurate heart
rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15
seconds.
If your heart rate is not shown, make sure that your
hands are positioned as described. Be careful not
to move your hands excessively or to squeeze the
contacts tightly. For optimal performance, clean
the contacts using a soft cloth; never use alcohol,
abrasives, or chemicals to clean the contacts.
6. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a
series of tones will sound, the console will pause,
and the time will flash in the display.
If the pedals do not move for several minutes, the
console will turn off and the display will be reset.
Note: The console features a display demo mode,
designed to be used if the elliptical is displayed in a
store. When the demo mode is turned on, the
console will show a preset presentation. To turn off
the demo mode, see THE SETTINGS MODE on
page 19.
Contacts

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HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT
1. Turn on the console.
Press any button or begin pedaling to turn on the
console.
2. Select a preset workout.
To select a preset workout, press the Speed button
or the Calorie button repeatedly until the number of
the desired workout appears in the left display.
When you select a preset workout, the duration of
the workout will appear in the left display and a pro-
file of the resistance levels of the workout will scroll
across the center display.
3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.
Each workout is divided into one-minute segments.
One resistance level and one target speed are
programmed for each segment. Note: The same
resistance level and/or target speed may be pro-
grammed for consecutive segments.
During the workout, the workout profile will show
your progress. The flashing segment of the profile
represents the current segment of the workout. The
height of the flashing segment indicates the resis-
tance level for the current segment.
At the end of each segment of the workout, a
series of tones will sound and the next segment of
the profile will begin to flash.
The resistance level for the next segment will
appear in the center display for a few seconds to
alert you. The resistance of the pedals will then
change.
The target speed for the next segment will appear
in the right display for a few seconds to alert you.
As you exercise, keep your pedaling speed
near the target speed for the current segment.
IMPORTANT: The target speed is intended only
to provide motivation. Your actual pedaling
speed may be slower than the target speed.
Make sure to pedal at a speed that is comfort-
able for you.
If the resistance level for the current segment is
too high or too low, you can manually override the
setting by pressing the 1 Step Resistance buttons.
IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the
workout ends, the pedals will automatically
adjust to the resistance level programmed for
the next segment.
If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a series of
tones will sound and the workout will pause.
To restart the workout, simply resume pedaling.
The workout will continue until the last segment
of the profile flashes and the last segment of the
workout ends.
4. Follow your progress with the display.
See step 4 on page 16.
5. Measure your heart rate if desired.
See step 5 on page 17.
6. When you are finished exercising, the console
will turn off automatically.
See step 6 on page 17.
Profile

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HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM
To play music or audio books through the console
sound system while you exercise, plug a 3.5 mm male
to 3.5 mm male audio cable (not included) into the
jack on the console and into a jack on your MP3
player, CD player, or other personal audio player;
make sure that the audio cable is fully plugged in.
Note: To purchase an audio cable, see your local
electronics store.
Next, press the play button on
your personal audio player. Adjust
the volume level using the volume
increase and decrease buttons on
the console or the volume control
on your personal audio player.
THE SETTINGS MODE
The console features a settings mode that allows you
to view console usage information and turn on or turn
off the demo mode.
To select the settings mode, press and hold down the
Speed button for a few seconds until the settings infor-
mation appears in the display.
The left display will show the total number of hours that
the console has been used since the elliptical was pur-
chased. The right display will show the total distance
that the elliptical has been pedaled.
The console features a display demo mode, designed
to be used if the elliptical is displayed in a store. While
the demo mode is turned on, the console will show a
preset presentation when it is not in use. If the demo
mode is turned on, a “d” will appear in the right display.
To turn on or turn off the demo mode, press the vol-
ume decrease button.
To exit the settings mode, press the Speed button.
FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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FCC CAUTION: To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to
computer or peripheral devices. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Inspect and tighten all parts of the elliptical regularly.
Replace any worn parts immediately.
To clean the elliptical, use a damp cloth and a small
amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage
to the console, keep liquids away from the console
and keep the console out of direct sunlight.
HOW TO GREASE THE TRACKS
For optimal performance, apply a small amount of
PTFE grease to the tracks on the ramp every three
months. See assembly step 13 on page 12 for
instructions.
CONSOLE TROUBLESHOOTING
If the console does not display your heart rate when
you hold the handgrip heart rate monitor, or if the dis-
played heart rate appears to be too high or too low, see
step 5 on page 17.
If a replacement power adapter is needed, call the
telephone number on the cover of this manual.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the console, use
only a manufacturer-supplied regulated power
adapter.
HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH
If the console does not display correct feedback, the
reed switch should be adjusted. First, unplug the
power adapter.
See the drawing below. Remove the M8 x 14mm
Shoulder Screw (89), the Roller Arm Cover (58),
and the M8 Washer (not shown) from the Left Roller
Arm (40).
See assembly step 10 on page 11. Remove the
Upper Body Covers A and B (31, 32) from the Left
Upper Body Arm (27).
See assembly step 9 on page 11. Remove the
Left Upper Body Arm (27) from the Left Upper Body
Leg (28).
See the drawing above. Remove the Left Roller Arm
(40), the Left Pedal Arm (38), and the Left Upper Body
Leg (28) from the elliptical. Then, using a flat screw-
driver, gently pry off the left Disc (29).
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40
29
28
38