NordicTrack E73 User manual

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(under frame)
CAUTION
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this equipment. eep this manual
for future reference.
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Serial No.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
IMPORTANTPRECAUTIONS ................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGIN ......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................5
HOWTOUSETHEELLIPTICAL .............................................................14
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................23
EXERCISEGUIDELINES ...................................................................25
PARTLIST ..............................................................................27
EXPLODEDDRAWING ....................................................................29
ORDERINGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LIMITEDWARRANTY ..............................................................BackCover
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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
location shown. Note: The decal(s) may not be
shown at actual size.
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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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.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over age 35 or
persons 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. eep the elliptical indoors, away from
moisture 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
damage, place a mat under the elliptical.
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts
regularly. Replace any worn parts
immediately.
8. eep 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 pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors 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. The elliptical does not have a freewheel; the
pedals will continue to move until the
flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed
in a controlled way.
14. eep your back straight while using the
elliptical; 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.

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Pulse Sensor
Upper Body Arm
Handlebar
Pedal Disc
Wheel
Adjustment Bracket
Pedal
Console
Water Bottle Holder*
Leveling nob
Handle
*Water bottle is not included
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the NordicTrack®E 7.3 ellip-
tical. The E 7.3 elliptical provides an array of features
designed to make your workouts at home more effec-
tive 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.

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.
In addition to the included tool(s), assembly requires a Phillips screwdriver .
See 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. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
M8 x 18mm
Patch Screw
(80)–4
M8 x 45mm Button
Bolt (76)–4
M10 x 20mm Patch
Screw (79)–5
M10 x 95mm Patch
Screw (82)–4
M4 x 19mm
Screw (25)–4
M4 x 16mm
Screw (92)–6 M8 Washer
(33)–4
M10 Split
Washer (109)–5
M8 Locknut
(77)–4
M6 Locknut
(74)–4
M6 x 12mm
Screw (84)–12
M6 x 38mm
Bolt (108)–4

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1.
While a second person lifts the rear of the
Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (70) to the
Frame with two M10 x 95mm Patch Screws
(82).
2. Orient the Front Stabilizer (73) so that the
Wheels (50) are oriented as shown.
While a second person lifts the front of the
Frame (1), attach the Front Stabilizer (73) to
the Frame with two M10 x 95mm Patch Screws
(82).
70
82
1
1
2
To make assembly easier, read the
information on page 5 before you begin.
73 82
50
50
1

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3
3. See the upper drawing. Orient the Upright (2)
as shown.
While a second person holds the Upright (2)
near the Frame (1), connect the Upper Wire
Harness (89) to the Wire Harness (42).
See the lower drawing. Insert the Upright (2)
into the Frame (1).
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Attach the
Upright (2) to the Frame (1) with five M10 x
20mm Patch Screws (79) and five M10 Split
Washers (109). Do not tighten the Patch
Screws yet.
2
89
42
79
79
109
109
Avoid pinching
the wires
1
2
1

8
4
6
21
84
84
84
13
5. Apply some of the included grease to the axle
on the Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Slide the front end of the Right Pedal Arm (49)
onto the axle on the Right Upper Body Leg (6).
Attach the Right Pedal Arm (49) with an M8 x
18mm Patch Screw (80), a Pedal Arm Cap (30),
and an M8 Washer (33). Do not overtighten
the Patch Screw.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Pedal Arm
(not shown) to the Left Upper Body Leg (not
shown).
4. Identify the Right Pedal Bracket (21) and the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) assembly, which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Then, identify the Right Pedal (13), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker.
Orient the Right Pedal (13), the Right Pedal
Bracket (21), and the Right Upper Body Leg (6)
as shown.
Attach the Right Pedal (13) to the Right Pedal
Bracket (21) with six M6 x 12mm Screws (84).
Repeat this step for the Left Pedal (not
shown), the Left Pedal Bracket (not shown),
and the Left Upper Body Leg (not shown).
80
30
33
49
6
Grease
5

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6. Apply grease to the axle on the right side of the
Upright (2).
Identify the Right Upper Body Arm (9), which is
marked with a “Right” sticker, and orient it as
shown.
Slide the Right Upper Body Arm (9) onto the
right side of the Upright (2).
Attach the Right Upper Body Arm (9) with an
M8 x 18mm Patch Screw (80) and an M8
Washer (33). Do not tighten the Patch Screw
yet.
Repeat this step to attach the Left Upper
Body Arm (8).
7
6
9
77
76
11
8
Hexagonal
Holes
7. With the help of a second person, slide the
Right Upper Body Leg (6) onto the Right Upper
Body Arm (9).
Attach the Right Upper Body Leg (6) with two
M8 x 45mm Button Bolts (76) and two M8
Locknuts (77). Make sure that the Locknuts
are in the hexagonal holes.
Attach the Left Upper Body Leg (11) to the
Left Upper Body Arm (8) in the same way.
See step 6. Tighten the M8 x 18mm Patch
Screws (80).
6
8
9
2
80
33
Grease

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9
9. See the inset drawing. Identify a Pivot Cover A
(19), which has hooks, and a Pivot Cover B
(22), which has tabs.
Press a Pivot Cover A (19) and a Pivot Cover B
(22) together around the Right Upper Body Arm
(9).
Repeat this step for the other side of the
elliptical.
Tip: Make sure that the Pivot Covers (19, 22)
are positioned as shown.
Tabs
Hooks
Hooks
19
22
22
22
9
8
19
19
8
2
25
79
79
37
32
25
8. See step 3. Tighten the five M10 x 20mm Patch
Screws (79). Tip: Tighten the two rear Patch
Screws first and then tighten the other three
Patch Screws.
Identify the Left and Right Front Shields (32,
37), which are marked with “Left” and “Right”
stickers.
Tip: Avoid pinching the wires. Press the Left
and Right Front Shields (32, 37) together
around the Upright (2). Make sure that Left
and Right Front Shields fit securely.
Attach the Left and Right Front Shields (32, 37)
with four M4 x 19mm Screws (25).
Avoid pinching
the wires