NordicTrack AudioStrider R400 NTEX4196.1 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ................................................................ 2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY ............................................................................... 4
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE .................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 16
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................... 17
PART LIST .............................................................................. 21
EXPLODED DRAWING .................................................................... 22
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................. Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................. Back Cover
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
AWARNIN G: Toreducether_skofse.ous,njury,readthefollowing important precau-
tionsbefore using the exercise eyrie.
1. Bead aH instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the exercise cycle before using
the exercise eyrie. Use the exercise cycle
onJy as described in this manual.
7. Wear appropriate clothes when exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that aH users of the exercise cycle are ade-
quately informed of aH precautions.
8. The exercise eycJe should not be used by
persons weighing more than 300 Ibs.
{136 kg).
3. The exercise cycle is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise cycle in
a commercial, rental or institutional setting.
4. Keep the exercise cycle indoors, away from
9. The pulse sensor isnot a medical device.
Various factors, incJuding 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
moisture and dust. Place the exercise cycle trends ingeneral.
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that 10oAJways keep your back straight when using
there is enough clearance around the exer- the exercise eyrie; do not arch your back.
cise cycle to mount, dismount, and use the
exercise cycle. 11. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
inspect and properly tighten aH parts regular-
ly. Bepiace any worn parts immediately. 12.The warning decal shown on page 3has been
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the exercise cycle at aH times.
placed on the exercise cycJe. If the decal is
missing or illegible, please call the toll-free
telephone number on the front cover of this
manual and order a free replacement decal
Apply the decal in the location shown.
A WARNING: Beforebeginningth_soranyexerciseprogram,consultyourphyaic_a..Th_s
is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing heaJth problems.
Bead aH instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack _'
AUDIORIDER R400 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of
the most effective exercises for increasing cardiovas-
cular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire
body. The AUDIORIDER R400 exercise cycle offers
an impressive array of features to let you enjoy this
healthful exercise in the convenience and privacy of
your home.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle. 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 sedal number before contacting
us. The model number is NTEX4196.1. The serial
number can be found on a decal attached to the exer-
cise cycle (see the front cover of this manual).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handlebar
Console
Backrest
Seat
Fan
Pulse Sensor
Upright Knob
_r Bottle Holder*
Pedal/Strap
Wheel
Seat Handle
-- Leveling Foot
Seat Handlebar
Handle
*No water bottle is included
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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Assembly requires two persons. Place aJlparts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing
materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials untiJ assembly is completed.
AssembJy requires the included toots and your own adjustable wrench _ and Phillips screw-
driver _L:] ........................... -w
Use the part drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parentheses below
each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LESTon page 21. The second number is the quantity
needed for assembJy. Note: Some small parts may have been 9reoattached. tf a part is not in the parts
bag, check to see if it has been 9reoattached.
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M6 Washer
(75)-10
M4 x 16mm
M8 SpJit M4 x 12mm Round Head
Washer(55)-14 Screw(85)-1 Screw (80)-6 M6 x 16mm Button Screw (81)-4 M6 x 28mm Button Screw (67)-6
M6 x 30mm Button
Screw (37)-4 M8 x 16mm Button M8 x 19mm Button Screw (54)-6 Screw (77)-4 M8 x 50mm Button Screw (52)-4
MIO x 63mm BoJt Set (62)-1
Orient the Left Front Stabilizer (15) with the Wheel (17)
positioned as shown. Attach the Left Front Stabilizer to
the left side of the Frame (1) with three M8 x 16mm
Button Screws (54) and three M8 Split Washers (55).
Attach the Right Front Stabilizer (not shown) to the
right side of the Frame (1) in the same way.
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WhiJeanotherpersonJiftstherearoftheFrame(1),
attachtheRearStabiJizer(16)totheFramewithfour
M8x50mmButtonScrews(52)andfourM8Split
Washers(55).
52
55
52
3. TightentheUprightKnob(7)intotheFrame(1).
4. HaveanotherpersonholdtheUpright(2)nearthe
frontoftheFrame(1).Locatethewiretie(seethe
insetdrawing)intheUpright.TietheJowerendofthe
wiretietotheMainWireHarness(43).Next,puJJthe
upperendofthewiretieupwardoutofthetopofthe
Upright.Then,untieanddiscardthewiretie.
AttachtheUpright(2)totheFrame(1)withanMIOx
63mmBoJtSet(62).Becarefulto avoidpinchingthe
MainWireHarness(43).
Avoid pinching
and damaging
the wires.
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62
43
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The Console (4) requires four "D" batteries (not includ-
ed); alkaline batteries are recommended, ff_POR-
TANT: Jfthe exercise cycle has been exposed to
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem-
perature before inserting batteries into the
ConsoJe. tf you do not do this, the consoJe dis-
plays or other electronic components may become
damaged. Remove the battery covers from the back
of the Console. Next, insert four batteries into the bat-
tery compartments; make sure that the batteries are
oriented as shown by the diagrams inside the bat-
tery compartments. Then, reattach the battery cov-
ers.
Note: The Console (4) can be operated with an option-
al power supply instead of batteries. To purchase a
power supply, call the toll=free telephone number
on the front cover of this manual. Plug one end of
the power supply into the jack at the front of the exer-
cise cycle. Plug the other end of the power supply into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accor-
dance with all local codes and ordinances.
Batteries
Battery
Covers
/Batteries
Attach the Handlebar (39) to the Upright (2) with four
M6 x 30mm Button Screws (37).
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37
37
While another person holds the Console (4) near the
Handlebar (39), connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Main Wire Harness (43). Next, connect
the pulse wire on the Console to the Pulse Wire (51) in
the Handlebar (39). Note: The remaining wire on the
Console is used during the manufacturing process;
disregard this wire.
Insert the excess wiring downward into the Upright (2).
Attach the Console (4) to the Handlebar (39) and the
Upright with four M4 x 16mm Round Head Screws
(80). Be careful to avoid pinching the Wires (43, 51).
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Wire
Harness
39
43
Pulse
Wire
Avoid pinching
the Wires (43, 51)
during this step

8, 8
SlidetheBottomHandlebarCover(25)intotheslotsin
thebottomoftheConsole(4),AttachtheBottom
HandlebarCovertotheHandlebar(39)andtheTop
HandlebarCover(18)withtwoM4x 16mmRound
HeadScrews(80)andoneM4x 12ramScrew(85),
85
0
AttachtheSeat(9)totheBackrest(8)withsixM6x
28ramButtonScrews(67)andsixM6Washers(75),
Startallsix ButtonScrewsbeforetighteninganyof
them.
75
67
67
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10. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Bracket (11) with four
M6 x 16mm Button Screws (81) and four M6 Washers
(75). Start aH four Button Screws before tightening
any of them.
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11. Attach the Seat Bracket (11) to the Seat Carriage (41)
with four M8 x 19mm Button Screws (77) and four M8
SpJit Washers (55). Start aH four Button Screws
before tightening any of them.
11
77
55
12. Identify the Left PedaJ (22), which is marked with an
"L." Using an adjustabJe wrench, firmly tighten the
Left PedaJ counterclockwise into the Left Crank
Arm (24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clock-
wise into the Right Crank Arm (not shown). Important:
Tighten both Pedals as firmly as possible. After
using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten
the PedaJso
Adjust the strap on the Left PedaJ (22) to the desired
position, and insert the end of the strap into the Jatch
on the Left Pedal. Adjust the strap on the Right
Pedal (not shown) in the same way.
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Strap.
Latch
13. Make sure that aH parts are properJy tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note: After assembJy is
completed, some extra parts may be Jeftover. PJace a mat beneath the exercise cycle to protect the floor.

HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
To adjust the pedal
straps, first pull the
ends of the straps
off the tabs on the
pedals, Adjust the
straps to the
desired position,
and then press the
ends of the straps
back onto the tabs,
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
The seat can be
adjusted forward or
backward to the
position that is the
most comfortable
for you, To adjust
the seat, push
down on the seat
handle, slide the
seat to the desired
position, and then
pulJ up on the seat
handle to lock the
seat in place,
Pedal
Strap
Fab
Seat
HOW TO ADJUST THE UPRIGHT
The upright can be
adjusted to the posi-
tion that is the most
comfortable for you,
To adjust the
upright, first raise
the upright so that it
is not resting on the
upright knob, Next,
turn the upright
knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to
raise or lower it,
Then, rest the
upright on the upright knob,
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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced conso(e offers an array of features
designed to make your workouts more effective and
enjoyable. When you select the manua) mode of the
console, you can change the resistance of the peda(s
with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the con-
sole wl( provide continuous exercise feedback. You
can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip
pulse sensor.
The console also offers eighteen preset programs.
Each program automatcaI(y changes the resistance of
the pedals and prompts you to increase or decrease
your pedaIng pace as it guides you through an effec-
tive workout.
In addition, the console features two heart rate pro-
grams that change the resistance of the pedals to
keep your heart rate near target heart rate settings
while you exercise.
The console also features the new iFIT (nteraclve
Workout System. The iFIT Interactive Workout System
enables the console to accept iFIT Cards containing
workout programs designed to help you achieve specif-
ic fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted pounds
with the 8-week Weight Loss program, iFIT programs
control the resistance of the pedals while the voice of a
personal trainer coaches you and motivates you
through your workouts. One iFIT Card with three new
programs is included. Additional iFIT Cards are avail-
able separately. To purchase iFIT Cards, go to
www.iFIT.com or cal( the toil-free telephone num-
ber on the front cover of this manual iFIT Cards
are a)so avalable at se)ect stores.
You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player
to the console's stereo sound system and listen to
your favorite workout music or audio books while you
exercise.
To use the manual mode of the conso)e, follow the
steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset
program, see page 13. To use a heart rate program,
see page 14. To use an iFIT program, see page 15.
To use the stereo sound system, see page 15.
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