NordicTrack AudioStrider U300 NTEX3196.0 User manual

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USER'S MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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1. Read all instructions in this manual and all
warnings on the exercise cycle before using
the exercise cycle.
2. Use the exercise cycle only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise cycle are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
4. The exercise cycle is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise cycle in
a commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the exercise cycle indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the exercise cycle
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the exer-
cise cycle to mount, dismount, and use it.
6. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
7. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the exercise cycle at all times.
8. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
9. The exercise cycle should not be used by
persons weighing more than 300 lbs.
(136 kg).
10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including 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
trends in general.
11. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise cycle; do not arch your back.
12. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
13. The decal shown below has been placed on
the exercise cycle. If the decal is missing or
illegible, 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.
WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health prob-
lems. Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the exercise cycle.

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Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
NordicTrack®AUDIORIDER U300 exercise cycle.
Cycling is one of the most effective exercises for
increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance,
and toning the entire body. The AUDIORIDER U300
exercise cycle offers an impressive array of features,
including a console with two motivational interactive
games, designed to let you enjoy this healthful exer-
cise in the comfort and convenience 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 serial number before contacting
us. The model number is NTEX3196.0. The serial
number can be found on a decal attached to the exer-
cise cycle (see the front cover of this manual for the
location of the decal).
Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
Seat
Seat Post
Seat Knob
Side Shield
Leveling Foot
Wheel
RIGHT SIDE
FRONT
REAR
Pedal with Strap
Console
Stereo Speakers
Handlebar
Padded Armrest
Fan
Seat Post Knob
Water Bottle Holder
(no water bottle is included)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Place all parts of the exercise cycle 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 hex keys, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver and an
adjustable wrench .
As you assemble the exercise cycle, use the drawings below to identify small parts. The number in parentheses
below each drawing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 22. The number following the
parentheses is the quantity used in assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been preassembled for
shipping. If a part is not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been preassembled.
M10 x 85mm Button
Screw (56)–4
M10 x 50mm Button
Screw (48)–3
M6 x 10mm
Screw (60)–2
M6 x 30mm Button
Screw (46)–4
M4 x 19mm
Screw (47)–2
M10 Split
Washer (55)–3
M4 x 16mm
Screw (54)–6
M4 x 12mm
Screw (64)–1
ASSEMBLY
1. Attach the Front Stabilizer (2) to the Frame (1) with
two M10 x 85mm Button Screws (56).
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1
2
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2. Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Frame (1) with
two M10 x 85mm Button Screws (56).
3. While another person holds the Handlebar Post (6)
near the Frame (1), connect the Upper Wire
Harness (51) to the Lower Wire Harness (50) and
the Power Jack Wire (65). Next, pull the excess
Upper Wire Harness out of the top of the Handlebar
Post, and slide the Handlebar Post onto the Frame.
Be careful not to pinch the Wire Harnesses.
Attach the Handlebar Post (6) to the Frame (1) with
three M10 x 50mm Button Screws (48) and three
M10 Split Washers (55); tighten the two Button
Screws in the front of the Handlebar Post first,
and then tighten the third Button Screw.
1
56
3
3
55
55
55
48 48
1
51
65
50
6
2
4
6
18
47
4. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (18) to the
Handlebar Post (6) with two M4 x 19mm
Screws (47).

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7
46
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6. Attach the Handlebar (7) to the Handlebar Post (6)
with four M6 x 30mm Button Screws (46). Be care-
ful to avoid pinching the wires in the Handlebar
and the Handlebar Post.
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5. The Console (9) requires four 1.5V “D” batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
IMPORTANT: If the exercise cycle has been
exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm
to room temperature before inserting batteries
into the Console. If you do not do this, the con-
sole displays or other electronic components
may become damaged. Press the tabs on the bat-
tery covers and remove the battery covers. Next,
insert four batteries into the Console; make sure
that the batteries are oriented as shown by the
diagrams inside the Console. Then, reattach the
battery covers.
Note: The Console (9) can be operated with an
optional power supply instead of batteries. To pur-
chase a power supply, call the toll-free tele-
phone number on the front cover of this manual.
Plug one end of the power supply into the jack at
the front of the exercise cycle. Plug the other end of
the power supply into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
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Battery
Covers
Batteries
Batteries
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9. Turn the Seat Post Knob (20) counterclockwise sev-
eral turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Seat Post Knob
outward, and insert the Seat Post (11) into the
Frame (1). Slide the Seat Post upward or downward
to the desired position, and release the Seat Post
Knob. Move the Seat Post up or down slightly to
make sure that the Seat Post Knob is engaged
in one of the adjustment holes in the Seat Post.
Then, turn the Seat Post Knob clockwise to tighten it.
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20
1
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8. Slide the Bottom Handlebar Cover (33) into the slots
in the bottom of the Console (9). Attach the Bottom
Handlebar Cover to the Handlebar (7) and the Top
Handlebar Cover (30) with two M4 x 16mm
Screws (54) and one M4 x 12mm Screw (64).
7. While another person holds the Console (9) near
the Handlebar (7), connect the wire harness on the
Console to the Upper Wire Harness (51). Next, con-
nect the pulse wire on the Console to the Pulse Grip
Wire (10). Note: The remaining wire on the Console
is used during the manufacturing process; disregard
this wire.
Insert the excess wiring downward into the
Handlebar Post (6). Attach the Console (9) to the
Handlebar (7) with four M4 x 16mm Screws (54).
Be careful to avoid pinching the wires.
7
9
7
6
10
54
Pulse
Wire
51
9
Wire Harness
8
7
33
30
Slot
54
54
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10. Attach an M6 x 10mm Screw (60) to the Seat
Post (11). Next, slide the Seat Carriage (19) onto the
Seat Post. Then, adjust the Seat Carriage to the
desired position and tighten the Seat Knob (31) into
the Seat Carriage.
See the inset drawing. Attach another M6 x 10mm
Screw (60) to the Seat Post (11).
60
19
11
60
11
31
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11. Identify the Left Pedal (40), which is marked with a
sticker. Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten
the Left Pedal
counterclockwise into the Left Crank
Arm (15). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown)
clockwise into the Right Crank Arm. Important:
Tighten both Pedals as firmly as possible. After
using the exercise cycle for one week, retighten
the Pedals. For best performance, keep the
Pedals tightened.
Press the tab on the side of the Left Pedal (40) and
adjust a Pedal Strap (25) to the desired position.
Adjust the other Pedal Strap (not shown) in the
same way.
12. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note: Some hard-
ware may be left over after assembly is completed. Place a mat under the exercise cycle to protect the
floor or carpet.
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25
Tab 40
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HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE SEAT
For effective exercise, the seat should be at the proper
height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in
your knees when the pedals are in the lowest position.
To adjust the seat,
first turn the seat
post knob counter-
clockwise several
turns to loosen it.
Next, pull the knob,
slide the seat post
upward or down-
ward to the desired
position, and then
release the knob.
Move the seat
post up or down
slightly to make
sure that the
knob is engaged
in one of the
adjustment holes in the seat post. Then, turn the
knob clockwise to tighten it.
HOW TO ADJUST THE LATERAL POSITION OF
THE SEAT
To adjust the lateral
position of the seat,
first loosen the seat
knob a few turns.
Then, move the seat
forward or backward
to the desired posi-
tion, and firmly tight-
en the seat knob.
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 press the ends
of the straps onto
the tabs.
Tab
Seat
Seat
Post
Knob
Seat Post
Seat
Seat Knob
Seat Post
Strap
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE