NordicTrack E 8.5 Elliptical User manual

USER’S MANUAL
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NORDICTRACK is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
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If a decal is missing or illegible, see the front cover
of this manual and request a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS..................................................................3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL ..............................................................19
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................28
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ....................................................................30
PART LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
EXPLODED DRAWING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
RECYCLING INFORMATION ......................................................... Back Cover

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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. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
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 286 lbs. (130 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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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary
NORDICTRACK®E 8.5 elliptical. The E 8.5 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.
Handlebar
Upper Body Arm
Console
Wheel
Adjustment Knob
Pedal
Storage Latch
Accessory Tray
Heart Rate Monitor
Handle
Leveling Foot
Disc
Length: 6 ft. 4 in. (193 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 2 in. (66 cm)

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M8 Locknut
(105)–6
Wave Washer
(118)–2
M10 Split
Washer (88)–4
M8 x 23mm
x 1.5mm Washer
(91)–10
M6 x 12mm
Screw (111)–2
M8 x 45mm Bolt (104)–6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (93)–16
M8 Split Washer
(83)–6
M4 x 25mm
Screw (82)–2 M8 x 16mm
Screw (102)–18
M8 x 50mm
Screw (112)–6
M10 x 120mm Screw (100)–4
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.

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• Assembly requires two persons.
• Place all parts in a cleared area and remove the
packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing
materialsuntilyounishallassemblysteps.
• Left are marked “L” or “Left” and right parts are
marked “R” or “Right.”
• To identify small parts, see page 5.
• 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 your own set
of wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
ASSEMBLY
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2. Pull the Folding Frame (2) back until it locks
into position. Then, see HOW TO FOLD AND
UNFOLD THE ELLIPTICAL on page 19 and
unfold the elliptical.
Tip: It may be easier to perform this step with
the elliptical in the folded position.
Orient the Rear Stabilizer (4) as shown.
While a second person lifts the Folding Frame
(2), attach the Rear Stabilizer (4) to the Folding
Frame with two M10 x 120mm Screws (100) and
two M10 Split Washers (88).
2
4
88
100
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Note: If you do not have Internet access, call
Customer Service (see the front cover of this
manual) and register your product.

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3. Orient the Front Stabilizer (3) as shown.
While a second person lifts the Frame (1), attach
the Front Stabilizer (3) to the Frame with two
M10 x 120mm Screws (100) and two M10 Split
Washers (88).
3
1
100
88
3
4. Orient the Small Bumper (13) so that the
recessed holes are in the indicated location.
While a second person lifts the Frame (1), attach
the Small Bumper (13) to the underside of the
Frame with two M4 x 25mm Screws (82).
4
13
1
82
Recessed
Holes

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5. Orient the Upright (5) and the Top Cover (23)
as shown. Slide the Top Cover upward onto the
Upright.
Have a second person hold the Upright (5) and
the Top Cover (23) near the Frame (1).
Connect the Upright Wire (60) to the Frame
Wire (109).
Tip: To prevent the Upright Wire (60) from
falling into the Upright (5), secure the top of
the Upright Wire with a rubber band or tape.
5
5
1
109
60
23

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7
6
Avoid pinching
the wires
6. Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Insert the
Upright (5) into the Frame (1).
Attach the Upright (5) with six M8 x 16mm
Screws (102) and six M8 Split Washers (83). Do
not tighten the Screws yet.
Slide the Top Cover (23) downward. Do not
press the Top Cover into the Right and Left
Frame Covers (21, 22) yet.
5
1
23
21, 22
102
83
102
83
102
7. Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (8) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) and orient them as
shown.
Insert the Right Upper Body Arm (8) into the
Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (8) with three
M8 x 45mm Bolts (104) and three M8 Locknuts
(105). Make sure that the Locknuts are inside
the hexagonal holes. Do not fully tighten the
Bolts yet.
Assemble the Left Upper Body Arm (9) and
the Left Upper Body Leg (7) in the same way.
Hexagonal
Holes
9
7
6
8
104
104
105
105

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8. Using a small plastic bag to keep your fingers
clean, apply a generous amount of the included
grease to the Upright Axle (48) and to two Wave
Washers (118).
Insert the Upright Axle (48) into the Upright (5)
and center it. Slide a Wave Washer (118) onto
each end of the Upright Axle.
Then, slide the Right and Left Upper Body Arms
(8, 9) onto the Upright Axle (48).
9. At the same time, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw
(102) and an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91)
into each end of the Upright Axle (48). Firmly
tighten the Screws.
8
8
95
48
118
118
Grease
9
91
91
102
102
48

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10
11
10. Note: If you purchase the optional chest
heart rate monitor (see page 26), see step
25 on page 18 and install the receiver
included with the heart rate monitor.
Attach the Rear Upright Cover (24) to the Upright
(5) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (93).
24
24
25
93
5
5
11. Attach the Front Upright Cover (25) around the
Upright (5) by pressing the tabs on the Front
Upright Cover into the Rear Upright Cover (24).

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12
102 91
115
12
51
12. Identify the Short Pedal Arm Axles (115) and the
Long Pedal Axles (not shown).
Apply a small amount of grease to a Short Pedal
Arm Axle (115) and to an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm
Washer (91).
Next, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw (102) and an
M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91) a few turns
into one end of the Short Pedal Arm Axle (115).
Orient a Pedal Arm (12) as shown. While a sec-
ond person holds the front end of the Right Pivot
Arm (51) inside the bracket on the Pedal Arm,
insert the Short Pedal Arm Axle (115) through
both parts.
Tighten another M8 x 16mm Screw (102) and
an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91) a few
turns into the Short Pedal Arm Axle (115). Then,
tighten both Screws at the same time.
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
Grease
102
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13. Identify the Right Pedal (14) and orient it as
shown.
Attach the Right Pedal (14) to the right Pedal
Arm (12) with three M8 x 50mm Screws (112).
Attach the Left Pedal (not shown) to the left
Pedal Arm (12) in the same way.
14
112
12
12
91

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14
6
106
102
91
91
14. Apply a small amount of grease to a Long Pedal
Arm Axle (106) and to an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm
Washer (91).
Next, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw (102) and an
M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91) a few turns
into one end of the Long Pedal Arm Axle (106).
While a second person holds the front end of the
right Pedal Arm (12) inside the bracket on the
Right Upper Body Leg (6), insert the Long Pedal
Arm Axle (106) through both parts.
Tighten another M8 x 16mm Screw (102) and
an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (91) a few
turns into the Long Pedal Arm Axle (106). Then,
tighten both Screws at the same time.
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
Grease
102
12
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15. Identify the Right Inner and Outer Leg Covers
(27, 28) and orient them as shown.
Press the Right Inner and Outer Leg Covers
(27, 28) together around the Right Upper Body
Leg (6).
Attach the Right Inner and Outer Leg Covers
(27, 28) to the Right Upper Body Leg (6) with an
M4 x 16mm Screw (93). To avoid damaging the
plastic, do not overtighten the Screw.
Attach the Left Inner and Outer Leg Covers
(49, 50) in the same way.
93
49
50 27
28
6

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16
16. Remove and discard the cap (not shown) on the
right Adjustment Pin (44).
Attach an Adjustment Knob (45) to the right
Adjustment Pin (44) with an M6 x 12mm
Screw (111).
Then, press the tabs on a Knob Cap (46) into the
Adjustment Knob (45).
Repeat this step on the other side of the
elliptical.
46
45
44
111
17. See step 7. Tighten the six M8 x 45mm
Bolts (104).
See step 6. Tighten the six M8 x 16mm Screws
(102). Tip: Tighten the two Screws on the
front of the elliptical before tightening the
other four Screws.
Identify the Right Rear and Front Leg Covers
(29, 30).
Attach the Right Front Leg Cover (30) to the
Right Upper Body Arm (8) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (93).
Attach the Right Rear Leg Cover (29) around the
Right Upper Body Arm (8) by pressing the tabs
on the Right Rear Leg Cover into the Right Front
Leg Cover (30).
Attach the Left Rear and Front Leg Covers
(31, 32) in the same way.
Then, slide the Top Cover (23) downward and
press it into the Right and Left Frame Covers
(21, 22).
17
93
8
30
31
29
23
32
21, 22

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18
19
20
18. Orient the Console Cover (11) as shown. While
a second person holds the Console Cover near
the Upright (5), insert the Upright Wire (60) and
the Extension Wire (121) upward through the
Console Cover.
Then, slide the Console Cover (11) onto the
Upright (5).
11
5
5
60
121
10
10
5
79
79
19. Orient the Handlebar (10) as shown. Have a
second person hold the Handlebar near the
Upright (5).
Locate the Pulse Wire (79) in the Handlebar
(10). Insert the Pulse Wire into the hole in the
front of the Upright (5). Then, pull the Pulse Wire
upward out of the top of the Upright.
20. Insert the Upright Wire (60), the Extension Wire
(121), and the Pulse Wire (79) upward through
the Handlebar (10).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Handlebar (10) to the Upright (5) with two M8 x
16mm Screws (102).
102
Avoid pinching
the wires
60
121

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21
22
21. While a second person holds the Console (33)
near the Handlebar (10), connect the console
wires to the Upright Wire (60), to the Extension
Wire (121), and to the Pulse Wire (79).
Insert the excess wire into the Handlebar (10).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Console (33) to the Handlebar (10) with four
M4 x 16mm Screws (93).
22. Attach the Console Cover (11) to the Console
(33) with two M4 x 16mm Screws (93).
79
33
10
93
93
11
Avoid pinching
the wires
33
121
60

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23
23. Plug the Power Adapter (59) into the receptacle
on the frame of the elliptical.
If necessary, plug the Power Adapter (59) into
the Plug Adapter (B).
Note: To plug the Power Adapter (59) into an
outlet, see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER
ADAPTER on page 19.
24. Make sure that all parts of the elliptical are properly tightened. Note: Extra parts may be included. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
If you purchase the optional heart rate monitor (see page 26), follow the additional step on page 18
to install the receiver included with the heart rate monitor.
B
59

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If you purchase the optional heart rate monitor (see page 26), follow the additional step below to install
the receiver included with the heart rate monitor.
25. See step 17. Remove the Front and Rear Leg
Covers (29, 30, 31, 32) if necessary.
See steps 11 and 10. Remove the Front and
Rear Upright Covers (25, 24) if necessary.
Remove the paper from the adhesive pad on
the back of the Receiver (A). Press the Receiver
onto the indicated location on the inside of the
Rear Upright Cover (24) below the Accessory
Tray (26).
See the inset drawing. Make sure that the
antenna on the Receiver (A) is oriented so
that it is in a horizontal position parallel to
the floor.
Connect the wire on the Receiver (A) to the
Extension Wire (121).
Next, attach the Rear Upright Cover (24) to the
Upright (5) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (93).
Then, see step 11 and attach the Front Upright
Cover (25) if necessary.
Next, see step 17 and attach the Front and Rear
Leg Covers (29, 30, 31, 32) if necessary.
Note: If you are installing the receiver as part of
the elliptical assembly, go to step 11 and con-
tinue assembly.
Note: Discard any other wires that are included
with the heart rate monitor.
25
A
Antenna
24
26
93
5
A
121

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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 ellipti-
cal. Next, plug the
power adapter into
the plug adapter.
Then, plug the
plug adapter into
an appropriate
outlet that is prop-
erly installed in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
HOW TO FOLD AND UNFOLD THE ELLIPTICAL
When the elliptical is not in use, the frame can be
folded out of the way. Hold the handle and gently lift
the frame until the pivot arms fold and the frame locks
in a folded position.
To use the elliptical, first hold the handle, pull back on
the frame, press the latch button, and lower the frame.
HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL
To move the elliptical, first fold it as described at
the left. Next, stand in front of the elliptical, hold the
upright, and place one foot against one of the wheels.
Pull the upright until the elliptical rolls on the wheels.
With the help of a second person, carefully move the
elliptical to the desired position, and then lower it to the
floor.
Handle
Latch Button
Pivot Arm
Place
your
foot
here
Pull on the
upright
Power Adapter
Plug
Adapter

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HOW TO ADJUST THE STRIDE LENGTH
To adjust the stride length of the elliptical, first loosen
an adjustment knob. Next, pull the adjustment knob
outward until the adjustment bracket will move freely.
Slide the adjustment bracket upward or downward until
the adjustment knob is aligned with one of the holes in
the crank arm, and gently release the knob to engage
the adjustment pin in the hole.
Rock the adjustment arm upward and downward
slightly to make sure that the adjustment pin is
engaged in one of the holes in the crank arm. Then,
tighten the adjustment knob.
Adjust the stride length on the other side of the ellipti-
cal in the same way. Make sure that both sides of
the elliptical are adjusted to the same stride length.
HOW TO LEVEL THE ELLIPTICAL
If the elliptical
rocks slightly on
your floor dur-
ing use, turn
one or both of
the leveling feet
beneath the rear
stabilizer until the
rocking motion is
eliminated.
If the frame of the
elliptical flexes
during use, turn one or both of the leveling feet under
the center of the frame until the flexing is eliminated.
HOW TO EXERCISE ON THE ELLIPTICAL
To mount the elliptical, hold the upper body arms or the
handlebars and step onto the pedal that is in the lowest
position. Next, step onto the other pedal. Push the ped-
als until they begin to move with a continuous motion.
Note: The crank arms can turn in either direction.
It is recommended that you turn the crank arms
in the direction shown by the arrow; however, for
variety, you can turn the crank arms 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 highest pedal first. Then, step off the lowest
pedal.
Pedals
Crank Arm
Handlebars
Upper Body Arms
Leveling Feet
Leveling
Foot
Adjustment
Knob
Adjustment
Pin
Adjustment
Bracket
Crank Arm