NordicTrack E5.5 NTEL06011.0 User manual

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Model No. NTELO6011.0
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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 .............................................................. 15
FCC INFORMATION ........................................................................ 23
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................... 24
EXERCISE GUIDELINES .................................................................... 26
PART LIST ................................................................................ 27
EXPLODED DRAWING ...................................................................... 29
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................. Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................... Back Cover
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of the warning
decal(s), 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 loca-
tion shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be shown
at actual size.
hands
clear of
is area.
•Misuseof this machine
may result in serious
injury.
ings and
•Do not allow children
on oraround machine.
• Pedals continue to
spin when you stop
pedaling.
•Spinning pedals can
cause injury.
• Reduce pedal speed
in acontrolledmanner.
• User weight must not
exceed 300 pounds.
• Replace label if
damaged, illegible, or
removed. [_
NORDICTRACK is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Toreducetheriskofseriousoiury,readallimportantprecautionsand
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.
.
.
Before beginning any exercise program, 9.
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or per-
sons with pre=existing health problems. 10.
Use the elliptical only as described in this
manual
The elliptical should not be used by persons
weighing more than 300 Ibs. (136 kg).
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.
3. it is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the elliptical are adequately
informed of all precautions.
11. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms
when mounting, dismounting, or using the
elliptical.
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.
.
The elliptical is intended for home use only.
Do not use the elliptical in acommercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
Keep the elliptical indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the elliptical in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
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 2ft. (0.6 m) on each
side. To protect the floor or carpet from dam-
age, place a mat under the elliptical.
12.
13.
14.
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.
The elliptical does not have afreewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the fly-
wheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in
acontrolled way.
Keep your back straight while using the ellip-
tical; do not arch your back.
.
.
Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the elliptical at all times.
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.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for selecting the revolutionary
NORDICTRACK ®E 5.5 elliptical. The E 5.5 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.
Length: 6 ft. 4 in. (193 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 2 in. (66 cm) Console
Handlebar
Accessory Tray
Heart Rate Monitor
Upper Body Arm
Pedal
Wheel
Disc
-Adjustment Knob
Handle
Leveling Foot
Storage Latch
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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.
M8 Split Washer
(131)-6
M4 x 16mm
Screw (93)-16
M8 x 23mm M10 Split Wave Washer
x 1.5mm Washer Washer (128)-4 (118)-2
(126)-10
M4 x 25mm
Screw (132)-2 M6 x 12mm
Screw (111)-2
M8 x 45mm Button Bolt (104)-6 M8 x 50mm
Button Screw (123)-6
MIO x 120mm Screw (100)-4
M8 Locknut
(105)-6
M8 x 16mm
Screw (102)-18
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ASSEMBLY
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 complete all assembly steps.
To identify small parts, see page 5.
In addition to the included tool(s), assembly
requires the following tools:
one Phillips screwdriver (:_:::3======_
one rubber mallet
Assembly may be easier if you have your own set
of wrenches. To avoid damaging parts, do not use
power tools.
.Pull the Folding Frame (2) back until it locks
into position. Then, see HOW TO FOLD AND
UNFOLD THE ELLIPTICAL on page 15 and
unfold the elliptical.
Tip: It may be easier to perform this step with
the elliptical in the folded position.
Identify and 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 (128).
100
4
2
.Identify and 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 (128).
128
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3. 3
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 (132).
132
13
Recessed
Holes
.Identify and 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
failing into the Upright (5), secure the top of
the Upright Wire with arubber band or tape.
60
109
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5. 5
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 (131).
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. Avoid pinching
the wires
.Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (8) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6), which are marked
with "R" stickers, 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 Button Bolts (104) and three M8
Locknuts (105). Make sure that the Locknuts
are inside the hexagonal holes. Do not fully
tighten the Button Bolts yet.
Assemble the Left Upper Body Arm (9) and
the Left Upper Body Leg (7) in the same way.
104
Hexagonal
Holes
105 04
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7. 7
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.
Slide the Right and Left Upper Body Arms (8, 9)
onto the Upright Axle (48).
48
Grease
118
.At the same time, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw
(102) and an M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (126)
into each end of the Upright Axle (48). Firmly
tighten the Screws.
102
126
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9. 9
Attach the Rear Upright Cover (24) to the Upright
(5) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (93). 93
10. 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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11. 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 (126).
Next, tighten an M8 x 16mm Screw (102) and an
M8 x 23mm x 1.5mm Washer (126) 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 (126) 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.
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12
126
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