NordicTrack NTC59020 User manual

SL 700
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ............................................................. 2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY ........................................................................... 4
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE ................................................. 8
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20
EXERCISE GUIDELINES ................................................................ 21
PART LIST ........................................................................... 22
EXPLODED DRAWING ................................................................. 23
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS ........................................... Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................... Back Cover
NordicTrackis a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
a=WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-
tions before using the exercise cycle.
1.
2.
Read all instructions in this manual before
using the exercise cycle. Use the exercise
cycle only as described.
7.
It is the responsibility of the owner to
ensure that all users of the exercise cycle 8.
are adequately informed of all precautions.
Wear suitable clothing when using the
exercise cycle; do not wear loose clothing
that could become caught on the exercise
cycle. Always wear athletic shoes.
Always keep your back straight when using
the exercise cycle. Do not arch your back.
3,
4.
5.
6.
Use the exercise cycle indoors on a level
surface. Keep the exercise cycle away from
moisture and dust. Place a met under the
exercise cycle to protect the floor or carpet.
Inspect and properly tighten all parts rsgu-
ladyoReplace any worn parts immediately.
Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the exercise cycle at all times.
The exercise cycle should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
9. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercis-
ing, stop immediately and cool down.
10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
msnt, 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. The exercise cycle is intended for in-home
use only. Do not use the exercise cycle in a
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
'_A.kWARNING: _fore 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 problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Congratulations for selectingthe new NordicTrack_
SL 700 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most
effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fit-
ness, building endurance, and toning the entire body.
The NordicTrack_ SL 700 offers an impressive array
of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful
exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the exercise cycle, If you have questions
after readingthis manual, call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday
through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, mention
the product model number and serial number when
calling. The model number is NTC59020. 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.
Fan
Pulse Sensor
Book_ck Console
Handlebar
Seat Upright
Se_ Knob FRONT
Seat Post Knob
Wheel
Pedal Strap
REAR Pedal
*No water bottle
is included Leveling Foot
RIGHT SIDE
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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons, Place all partsofthe exercisecyclein a cleared area and remove the packing
matedals. Do not dispose ofthe packingmaterials untilassembly iscompleted.
Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench _:_.
Use the drawings below to identifythe small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each
drawing refers to the key numberof the part, from the PART LIST on page 14. The second numberrefers tothe
quantity needed for assembly.Note: Some small parts may have been pre-attached for shipping. If a part is
not in the parts bag, check to see if it has been pre-assembled.
M8 x 40mm ButtonScrew
(54)-12 M8 x25mm Patch Screw (59)-4 M4 x 16mm Screw (57)-4
M8 SplitWasher
(55)-18 M8 Nylon
Locknut(63)--4
1. Identifythe Front Stabilizer (15). While another person
liftsthe front of the Frame (1), attachthe Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with four M8 x 40mm Button
Screws (54) and four M8 SplitWashers (55).
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2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1),
attach the Rear Stabilizer (16) to the Frame with four
M8 x 40mm Button Screws (54) and four M8 Split
Washers (55).
3. While another person holds the Upright (2) in the posi-
tion shown, connect the Upper Wire Harness (42) to
the Lower Wire Harness (43). Carefully pull the
upper end of the Upper Wire Harness to remove
the slack from the Wire Harnesses.
Make sure that the Upright (2) is turned so the top
slopes down in the direction shown. Slide the
Uprightontothe Frame (1). Be careful to avoid pinch-
ing the Wire Harnesses (42, 43). Attachthe Uprightto
the Frame with fourM8 x 40ram ButtonScrews (54)
and four M8 Split Washers (55).
4. Hold the Handlebar (3) near the Upright (2). Feed the
Upper Wire Harness (42) up through the indicated hole
in the Handlebar. Attach the Handlebar to the Upright
with two M8 x 25ram Patch Screws (59) and two M8
Split Washers (55). Be careful to avoid pinching the
Upper Wire Harness.
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54
Top must
slopedown in
this direction,
54,
Do not pinch the
Wire Harnesses
(42,43) during
55 this step.
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Do not pinch
the Upper
Wire Harness
(42) during
this step.
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5. Have another person hold the Console (4) near the
Handlebar (3).
Connect the Upper Wire Harness (42) to the wire har-
ness on the Console (4). Locate the two ground wires
that are connected with a screw to the Handlebar (3).
Connect the two ground wires to the two smallest wires
on the Console. Next, locate the two pulse wires
extendingfrom the Handlebar. Connect each pulse
wire to the wire of the same color on the Console.
Snap the Handlebar Cover (5) onto the Handlebar (3).
Carefully insertall excess wires into the Console (4).
Attach the Console to the metal plate on the Handlebar
(3) with four M4 x 16ram Screws (57). Be careful to
avoid pinching the wires.
6. Tum the Seat Post Knob (20) counterclockwisetwoor
three turns to loosen it. Next, pull the Knob, raise the
Seat Post (8) a few inches,and then release the Knob.
Move the Seat Post up and down slightly until the
pin on the Knob snaps into one of the holes in the
Seat Post. Then, turnthe Knobclockwiseuntilit is
tight.
Attach the Seat Bracket (7) tothe Seat Post (8) with
two M8 x 25mm Patch Screws (59). Make sure that
the Seat Bracket is oriented so the slot is on the
indicated side.
7. Attach the Seat (9) tothe Seat Carriage (11) with four
M8 Nylon Locknuts (63) and four M8 Split Washers
(55). Note: The Nylon Locknuts and Split Washers
may be pre-attached to the underside of the Seat.
Slide the Seat Carriage (11) into the Seat Bracket (7).
Move the Seat to the desired position. Insert the Seat
Knob (10) into the slot in the side of the Seat Bracket,
and tighten the Seat Knob into the Seat Carriage.
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Do not pinch
the wires during
this step.
Ground 5
Wires \
Wires
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8. 8
Identify the Left Pedal (22), whichis marked with an
"L." Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
intothe Right Crank Arm. Important: Tighten both
Pedals as finmly as possible. After using the
exercise cycle for one week, retighten the
Pedals. For best performance, the Pedals must
be kept tightened.
Identify the Left Pedal Strap (25), whichis marked
with an "L."Attach the Left Pedal Strap to the Left
Pedal (22), and adjust itto the desired position.
Adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown)in the
same way.
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9. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the exercise cycle. Note:Afterassemblyis
completed,some extraparts may be leftover. Place a mat beneaththe exercisecycleto protectthe floor.
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR
If you purchase the optionalchest pulse sensor (see page 19), follow the steps below to installthe receiver
includedwith the chest pulsesensor.
1. Remove the fourrecessed screws (not shown)from the
undersideof the Console (4). Do not remove the
screws attaching the Console to the metal plate on
the Handlebar (3).
Push the two water bottle holders up out of the
Console (4).
Carefully lift the fan and the top of the Console (4) in
the locations shown at the right; do not let the fan
slide out of the top of the Console. Note: It will be
necessary to turn the top of the Console slightly to
lift it past the Handlebar (3).
1Water _Lift Here
Bottle /27
_x_ 4Holder
2. While another person holds the top ofthe Console (4)
and the fan in avertical position, slide the receiver onto
the indicated plastic pin on the Console; make sure
that the receiver is oriented exactly as shown.
Locatethe two small screwsincludedwith the chest
pulse sensor. Attach the receiverto the Consolewith
the two screws as shown.
Connect the wire on the receiver to the indicated wire
on the Console (4).
Refer to step 1 above. Lowerthe top of the Console (4)
and the fan. Make sure that no wires are pinched.
Reattach the top of the Console with the four screws
removed in step 1. Discard any extra wires included
with the chest pulse sensor.
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' Pin
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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE
HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE EXERCISE
CYCLE
Stand infront of
the exercise cycle,
hold the handle- Wheel
bars firmly, and
placed your foot
against one of the
wheels. Tip the
exercise cycle until
it can be moved on
the wheels. Care-
fully move the exercise cycle to the desired location
and then lower it. Due to the weight of the exercise
cycle, use extreme caution while moving it.
If the exercise
cycle rocks slightly
during use, turn the
leveling feet under
the rear stabilizer
until the rocking
motion is eliminat-
ed. Leveling
Foot
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT POST
For effectiveexer-
cise,the seat
shouldbe at the
properheight.As
you pedal,there
shouldbe a slight
bendin yourknees
when the pedals Seat
are in the lowest Post
position.To adjust
the heightofthe
seat, firstturnthe
seat post knob
counterclockwise
two or three turns
Seat
Post
Knob
to loosen it (if the knob is not loosened enough, it may
scratch the seat post). Next, pull the knob, slide the
seat post to the desired height, and then release the
knob. Move the seat post up and down slightly until
the pin on the knob snaps into one of the holes in
the seat post. Then, turnthe knobclockwiseuntilitis
tight.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
The seat can be
adjusted to the posi-
tion that is the most
comfortable for you.
Before adjusting
the seat, dismount
the exercise cycle;
do not adjust the
seat while you are Knob
sitting on it. To
adjustthe seat, first
turnthe seat knob
counterclockwise
two or three turnsto
loosenit. Slidethe seat forwardor backward to the
desiredposition,and then firmlytightentheseat knob.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS
The pedal straps
can be adjusted to
the position that is
the most comfort-
able for you. Press
the tabs on the ped-
als, adjust the
straps to the
desired position,
and then release
the tabs.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM
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Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face
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of the console, remove it before using the console.
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The advanced console offers a selection of features
designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and
effective. When the manual mode of the console is
selected, the resistance of the exercise cycle can be
changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the
console will provide continuous exercise feedback.
You can even measure your heart rate using the hand-
grip pulse sensor. Note: For information about an
optional chest pulse sensor, see page 19.
The consolealso offers six resistance and pace pro-
grams. Each program automatically changes the resis-
tance of the exercise cycle and prompts you to
increase or decrease your pace as it guides you
through an effective workout.
In addition, the console features two heart rate pro-
grams that automatically change the resistance of the
exercise cycle and prompt you to vary your pace to
keep your heart rate near a target heart rate as you
exercise.
The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a
personal trainer in your home. Using the included audio
cable, you can connect the exercise cycle to your
home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play
special iFIT.com CD programs (CD's are available sep-
arately). IFIT.com CD programs automatically control
the resistance of the exercise cycle and prompt you to
vary your pace as a personal trainer coaches you
through every step of your workout. High-energy music
provides added motivation. Each CD features two pro-
grams designed by certified personal trainers.
In addition, you can connect the exercise cycle to your
VCR and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (video-
cassettes are available separately). Video programs
offer the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, and
add the excitement of working out with a class and an
instructor.
With the exercise cycle connectedto your computer,
you can also go to our Web siteat www.iFIT.com and
access programs directly from the internet. Explore
www.iFIT.com for details.
To purchase iFIT.com CD's and videocassettes,
call toll-free 1-800-735-0768.
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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE
B Begin pedaling to activate the console.
The exercise cycle requires no batteries or
external power source. Power is supplied by
a generator as you pedal. To activatethe con-
sole, begin pedaling at a speed of about 3 miles
per hour or faster. After a few seconds, the con-
sole displays will light. A tone will then sound
and the console will be ready for use.
B Select the manual mode.
When the power is /
turned on, the P
manual mode will
be selected. If you
have selected a
programor the
iFIT.com mode,
selectthe manual mode by pressingthe Program
Select buttonrepeatedlyuntilatrackappears in
the matrix.
B Begin pedaling and change the resistance of
the exercise cycle as desired.
As you pedal,
change the resis-
tance of the exer-
cise cycleby
pressing the
Resistance but-
tons. There are
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ten resistancelevels. Note:After the Resistance
buttonsare pressed, it willtake a momentfor the
exercise cycleto reach the selected resistance
_evel.
B Monitor your progress with the matrix, the
Training Zone bar, and the two displays.
The matrix--
When the manual
mode or the
iFIT.com mode is
selected,the
matrixwillshow a
track representing
1/4 mile.As you exercise, the indicators around
the trackwill flash to indicateyour position on the
track. When you have completed a lap, a new
lap will begin.
The Training Zone
bar--The Training
Zone bar willshow
yourpace and the
approximateinten-
sitylevelof your
exercise.Forexam-
ple, ifthree orfour indicatorsinthe bar are lit,the
bar showsthat yourpace is idealfor fat burning.
Duringprograms,the TrainingZone bar willalso
promptyou to increase or decrease yourpace.
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TRAINING ZONES
The left display--
The left display will
show the elapsed
time, your pedaling
pace (measuredin
minutesper mile),
and the distance
you have pedaled.The displaywillchangefrom
one numbertothe next everyfew seconds,as
shownbythe indicatorsaroundthe display.Note:
When a programisselected, thedisplaywillshow
the time remainingin the programand the time
remainingin the currentsegment ofthe program
insteadof the elapsedtime.
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If you stop pedaling for several seconds, a tone
will sound, the console will pause, and the left dis-
play will begin to flash.
The right
display--The right
display willshow
yourpedaling
speed, the approxi-
mate numbersof
fat ca/oriesand
calories you have burned (see FAT BURNING on
page 21), and the resistance level of the exercise
cycle. The displaywill change from one number to
the next every few seconds, as shown by the indi-
cators. The display will also show your heart rate
when you use the handgrip pulse sensor or the
optional chest pulse sensor. Note: Each time the
resistance of the exercise cyclechanges, the dis-
play will show the resistance level.
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