NordicTrack GX 5.2 NTEVEX74612.1 User manual

USERʼS MANUAL
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Model No. NTEVEX74612.1
Serial No. : ___________
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tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.
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Express Way
Whitwood, West Yorkshire
WF10 5QJ
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space above for reference.
Serial No
Decal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
HOW TO OPERATE THE BIKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
HOW TO MEASURE YOUR PULSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CONSOLE FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
EXERCISE GUIDELINES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
EXPLODED DRAWINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
MAINTENANCEANDTROUBLESHOOTING........................ .......... ....................................... 15
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Last page
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
This drawing shows the location(s) of
the warning decal(s). If a decal is miss-
ing or illegible, call the telephone num-
ber on 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.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING : To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your bike before using it. 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 persons
with pre-existing health problems.
2. Use the exercise bike only as described in
this manual.
3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise bike are adequa-
tely informed of all precautions.
4. The exercise bike is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise bike in a commer-
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
5. Keep the exercise bike indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the exercise
bike in a garage or covered patio, or near
water.
6. Place the exercise bike on a level surface,
with a mat beneath it to protect the oor or
carpet. Make sure that there is at least 2 ft.
(0.6 m) of clearance around the exercise bike.
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 exercise bike at all times.
9. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising;
do not wear loose clothes that could become
caught on the exercise bike. Always wear
athletic shoes for foot protection.
10. The exercise bike should not be used by
persons weighing more than 275 lbs.
(125 kg).
11. Always keep your back straight while using
the exercise bike; do not arch your back.
12. The exercise bike does not have a
freewheel; the pedals will continue to move
until the ywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling
speed in a controlled way.
13. To stop the ywheel quickly, press the
brake lever downward.
14. When the exercise bike is not in use, tighten
the resistance knob completely to prevent
the ywheel from moving.
15. To avoid damaging the brake pads, do not
lubricate the brake pads.
16. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising,

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Thank you for purchasing the NordicTrack® GX
5.2. The bike provides an array of features de-
signed to make your workouts at home more ef-
fective and enjoyable.
For your benet, read this manual carefully be-
fore you use the bike. If you have questions after
reading this manual, please see the front cover of
this manual. To help us assist you, note the prod-
uct model
number and serial number before contacting us.
The model number is NTEVEX74612.1 and the
location of the serial number decal are shown on
the front cover of this manual.
Seat
Adjustment Knob
Pedal/Strap
Levelling Foot
*Water bottle is not included
Resistance Knob
Brake Lever
Console
Handlebar
Adjustment Handle
Adjustment Knob
Water bottle Holder*
Wheel
Levelling Foot

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and re-
move 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 and
an adjustable wrench.
As you assemble the exercice bike, 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 near the end of
this manual. The number following the parentheses is the quantity needed for assembly.
Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preassembled.
STEP 1
To make assembly easier, read the
information above before you begin.
Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the rear
of the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers,
and shipping bracket.
Identify the Rear Stabilizer (7), which does not
have wheels.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (7) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two
Stabilizer Washers (33).
STEP 2
Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the front
of the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers,
and shipping bracket.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two
Stabilizer Washers (33).
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To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the exercise bike, call 1-800-445-2480.
Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise bike 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 an adjustable wrench , a Phillips
screwdriver , and a tape measure .
Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it has been preattached.
ASSEMBLY
1.
Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the rear of
the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers, and
shipping bracket.
Identify the Rear Stabilizer (7), which does not
have wheels.
Attach the Rear Stabilizer (7) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two
Stabilizer Washers (33).
2. Remove the two screws, the two washers, and
the shipping bracket (not shown) from the front
of the Frame (1). Discard the screws, washers,
and shipping bracket.
Attach the Front Stabilizer (8) to the Frame (1)
with two M10 x 25mm Screws (34) and two
Stabilizer Washers (33).
1
34
33
8
1
1
7
34
33
2
To make assembly easier, read the
information above before you begin.

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STEP 3.
Identify the Right Pedal (35), which is marked
with an “R.”
Using an adjustable wrench, rmly tighten the
Right Pedal (35) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (26).
Tighten the Left Pedal (not shown) counterclock-
wise into the Left Crank Arm (not shown).
STEP 4
Orient the Handlebar Post (4) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of the
Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it
outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post (4) into
the Frame.
Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or downward
to the desired position, release the Adjustment
Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Handlebar
Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob. Make
sure that the Adjustment Knob is rmly engaged in
an adjustment hole.
STEP 5
Attach the Handlebar (5) to the Handlebar Post (4)
with the Handle (31) and the Handle Washer
(32).
Note: The Handle (31) functions like a ratchet. Turn
the Handle clockwise, pull the Handle outward,
turn the Handle counterclockwise, push the Handle
inward, and then turn the Handle clockwise again.
Repeat this process until the
Handle is tight.
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4. Orient the Handlebar Post (4) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post
(4) into the Frame.
Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or
downward to the desired position, release
the Adjustment Knob (23) into an adjustment
hole in the Handlebar Post, and then tighten
the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the
Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged in an
adjustment hole.
3
4
3. Identify the Right Pedal (35), which is marked
with an R.
Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Right Pedal (35) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (26).
Tighten the Left Pedal (not shown) counter-
clockwise into the Left Crank Arm (not shown).
35
4
23
1
26
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5. Attach the Handlebar (5) to the Handlebar Post
(4) with the Handle (31) and the Handle Washer
(32).
Note: The Handle (31) functions like a ratchet.
Turn the Handle clockwise, pull the Handle
outward, turn the Handle counterclockwise, push
the Handle inward, and then turn the Handle
clockwise again. Repeat this process until the
Handle is tight.
5
6
6. Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (2) into
the Frame.
Move the Seat Post (2) upward or downward
to the desired position, release the Adjustment
Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Seat
Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob.
Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly
engaged in an adjustment hole.
4
2
123
5
32
31
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4. Orient the Handlebar Post (4) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the front of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Handlebar Post
(4) into the Frame.
Move the Handlebar Post (4) upward or
downward to the desired position, release
the Adjustment Knob (23) into an adjustment
hole in the Handlebar Post, and then tighten
the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the
Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged in an
adjustment hole.
3
4
3. Identify the Right Pedal (35), which is marked
with an R.
Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Right Pedal (35) clockwise into the Right Crank
Arm (26).
Tighten the Left Pedal (not shown) counter-
clockwise into the Left Crank Arm (not shown).
35
4
23
1
26

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STEP 6
Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (2) into
the Frame.
Move the Seat Post (2) upward or downward to the
desired position, release the Adjustment Knob (23)
into an adjustment hole in the Seat Post, and then
tighten the Adjustment Knob.
Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is rmly
engaged in an adjustment hole.
STEP 7
Orient the Seat (22) and the Seat Carriage (3) as
shown.
Attach the Seat (22) to the Seat Carriage (3) with
two M8 Hex Nuts (71). Make sure that the nose of
the Seat is pointing straight ahead before
you tighten the Hex Nuts.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the Seat Post
(2). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it out-
ward. Then, insert the Seat Carriage (3) into the
Seat Post.
Slide the Seat Carriage (3) to the desired position,
release the Adjustment Knob (23) into one of the
adjustment holes in the Seat Carriage, and then
tighten the Adjustment Knob. Make sure that the
Adjustment Knob is rmly engaged in an adjust-
ment hole.
STEP 8
Attach the Water Bottle Holder (74) to the Frame
(1) with two M5 x 12mm Screws (63) and two M5
Washers (60).
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7
3
271
22
7. Orient the Seat (22) and the Seat Carriage (3) as
shown.
Attach the Seat (22) to the Seat Carriage (3) with
two M8 Hex Nuts (71). Make sure that the nose
of the Seat is pointing straight ahead before
you tighten the Hex Nuts.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the Seat
Post (2). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and pull it
outward. Then, insert the Seat Carriage (3) into
the Seat Post.
Slide the Seat Carriage (3) to the desired posi-
tion, release the Adjustment Knob (23) into one
of the adjustment holes in the Seat Carriage, and
then tighten the Adjustment Knob. Make sure
that the Adjustment Knob is firmly engaged
in an adjustment hole.
8
23
1
74
60
63
8. Attach the Water Bottle Holder (74) to the Frame
(1) with two M5 x 12mm Screws (63) and two M5
Washers (60).
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5. Attach the Handlebar (5) to the Handlebar Post
(4) with the Handle (31) and the Handle Washer
(32).
Note: The Handle (31) functions like a ratchet.
Turn the Handle clockwise, pull the Handle
outward, turn the Handle counterclockwise, push
the Handle inward, and then turn the Handle
clockwise again. Repeat this process until the
Handle is tight.
5
6
6. Orient the Seat Post (2) as shown.
Locate the Adjustment Knob (23) on the rear of
the Frame (1). Loosen the Adjustment Knob and
pull it outward. Then, insert the Seat Post (2) into
the Frame.
Move the Seat Post (2) upward or downward
to the desired position, release the Adjustment
Knob (23) into an adjustment hole in the Seat
Post, and then tighten the Adjustment Knob.
Make sure that the Adjustment Knob is firmly
engaged in an adjustment hole.
4
2
123
5
32
31

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STEP 9
Attach the Console Bracket (78) to the Handlebar
(5) with two Bracket Screws (76).
STEP 10
The Console (75) requires two AAA batteries (not
included); alkaline batteries are recommended.
IMPORTANT: If the Console has been exposed to
cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem-
perature before you insert batteries. Otherwise,
you may damage the console display or other
electronic components.
Remove the battery cover from the back of the
Console (75), and insert batteries into the battery
compartment. Make sure that the batteries are ori-
ented as shown by the diagrams inside the battery
compartment. Then, reattach the battery cover.
STEP 11
Attach the Console (75) to the Console Bracket
(78) with a Console Screw (77).
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9
9. Attach the Console Bracket (78) to the
Handlebar (5) with two Bracket Screws (76).
5
78 76
76
10
10. The Console (75) requires two AAA batteries
(not included); alkaline batteries are recom-
mended. IMPORTANT: If the Console has
been exposed to cold temperatures, allow
it to warm to room temperature before you
insert batteries. Otherwise, you may dam-
age the console display or other electronic
components.
Remove the battery cover from the back of the
Console (75), and insert batteries into the battery
compartment. Make sure that the batteries are
oriented as shown by the diagrams inside the
battery compartment. Then, reattach the bat-
tery cover.
75
Battery
Compartment
11
11. Attach the Console (75) to the Console Bracket
(78) with a Console Screw (77).
77
75
78

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STEP 13
Plug the cable wire (79) into the console (75).
Insert the other end of the cable wire (79) into the
plug below the frame tube as show on the drawing.
Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise bike. Note: After assembly
is completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the exercise bike to protect the oor.
12
Cable Wire (79)
Console (75)

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HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE SEAT
You can adjust the angle of the seat to the position
that is most comfortable. You can also slide the seat
forward or backward to increase your comfort or to
adjust the distance to the handlebar. To adjust the
seat, see the drawing in assembly step
7 on page 8. Loosen the nuts on the seat clamp a
few turns, and then tilt the seat upward or downward
or slide the seat forward or backward to the desired
position. Then, retighten the nuts.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF
THE SEAT
To adjust the horizontal
position of the seat, rst
loosen the adjustment
knob and pull it
downward. Then, move
the seat forward or
backward, release the
adjustment knob into
an adjustment hole in the seat carriage, and rmly
tighten the adjustment knob. Make sure that the
adjustment knob is engaged in an adjustment
hole.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST
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 height of the
seat post, rst loosen the
adjustment
knob and pull it outward.
Then, move the seat
post upward or downward, release the adjustment knob
into an adjustment hole in the seat post, and rmly
tighten the adjustment knob. Make sure that the
adjustment knob is engaged in an adjustment
hole.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF
THE HANDLEBAR
To adjust the horizontal
position of the
handlebar, loosen
the handle, move the
handlebar forward or
backward to the desired
position, and then
tighten the handle.
Note: The handle functions like a ratchet. To loosen
the handle, turn the handle counterclockwise, pull
the handle outward, turn the handle clockwise,
push the handle inward, and then turn the handle
counterclockwise again. Reverse this process to
tighten the handle installed in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
HOW TO ADJUST THE HANDLEBAR POST
To adjust the
height of the
handlebar post,
rst loosen the
adjustment
knob and pull
it outward.
Then, move
the handlebar
post upward
or downward,
release the
adjustment knob
into an adjustment hole in the handlebar post, and
rmly tighten the adjustment knob.
Make sure that the adjustment knob is engaged in
an adjustment hole.
HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE
Adjustment
Knob
Handlebar
Post
Adjustment
Knob
Seat
Seat
Post
Adjustment
Knob
Handlebar
Handle