NordicTrack SL 720 User manual

USER'S MANUAL
CAUTION
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tions in this manual be ore using
this equipment. Keep this manual
or uture re erence.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE OU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ASSEMBL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE C CLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:To reduce the risk o serious injury, read the ollowing important precau-
tions be ore using the exercise cycle.
1. Read all instructions in this manual be ore
using the exercise cycle. Use the exercise
cycle only as described.
2. It is the responsibility o the owner to
ensure that all users o the exercise cycle
are adequately in ormed o all precautions.
3. Use the exercise cycle indoors on a level
sur ace. Keep the exercise cycle away rom
moisture and dust. Place a mat under the
exercise cycle to protect the loor or carpet.
4. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
5. Keep children under the age o 12 and pets
away rom the exercise cycle at all times.
6. The exercise cycle should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
7. 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.
8. Always keep your back straight when using
the exercise cycle. Do not arch your back.
9. I you eel pain or dizziness while exercis-
ing, stop immediately and cool down.
10. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various actors, including the user's move-
ment, may a ect the accuracy o 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 or in-home
use only. Do not use the exercise cycle in a
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
WARNING:Be ore beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This
is especially important or persons over the age o 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions be ore using. ICON assumes no responsibility or personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use o this product.

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Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack®
SL 720 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 720 offers an impressive array
of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful
exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home.
For your bene it, read this manual care ully be ore
you use the exercise cycle. If you have questions
after reading this 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 NTC69023. 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.
Pulse Sensor
Handlebar
Fan
Water Bottle Holder*
*No water bottle is included
FRONT
REAR
Backrest
Seat
Wheel
Pedal/Strap
Console
Bookrack
Seat Knob
Leveling Foot
RIGHT SIDE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. 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.
Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench .
Use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each
drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 25. The second number refers to the
quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been pre-assembled or shipping. I a part
is not in the parts bag, check to see i it has been pre-assembled.
M10 Nylon
Locknut (63)–2
M8 Split
Washer (55)–12 M10 Split
Washer (88)–2
M8 x 25mm Button
Screw (79)–4
M8 Washer
(60)–4
M10 x 52mm Button Bolt (82)–2
M4 x 16mm
Screw (57)–4
M10 x 110mm Button Screw (78)–2
1/4” x 16mm Button
Screw (80)–8 M8 x 40mm Button
Screw (54)–8
1. Identify the Front Stabilizer (15). While another person
lifts the front of the Frame (1), attach the Front
Stabilizer to the Frame with four M8 x 40mm Button
Screws (54) and four M8 Split Washers (55).
15
1
55
55 54
54
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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
2
1
78
88
88
43
3
3. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the posi-
tion shown. Refer to the inset drawing. Locate the wire
extending from the bottom of the Upright. Tie the wire
around the ends of the Wire Harness (43) and the
Pulse Wire (3) as shown. Carefully pull the wire up
through the Upright until the Wire Harness and the
Pulse Wire are extending from the top of the Upright.
Untie the wire and discard it. Care ully pull the ends
o the Wire Harness and the Pulse Wire to remove
any slack.
Insert the Upright (2) into the Frame (1). Be care ul to
avoid pinching the Wire Harness (43) or the Pulse
Wire (3). Attach the Upright with two M10 x 110mm
Button Screws (78) and two M10 Split Washers (88).
4. Have another person hold the Console (4) near the
Upright (2).
Connect the Wire Harness (43) to the wire harness on
the Console (4). Connect the Pulse Wire (3) to the
pulse wire on the Console. Next, locate the two ground
wires that are connected with a screw to the Upright
(2). Connect the ground wires to the two smallest wires
on the Console.
Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright
(2). Attach the Console (4) to the Upright with four M4
x 16mm Screws (57). Be care ul to avoid pinching
the wires.
4
Ground Wires
2
57
43
3
4
Do not pinch the
Wire Harness
(43) or the Pulse
Wire (3) during
this step.
Do not pinch
the wires
during this step.
16
1
55
55 54
54
2
43
3
Wire

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6. Pull the Seat Knob (10) and slide the Seat Carriage
(11) toward the rear o the Seat Rail (5).
Have another person hold the Seat Frame (7) near the
Seat Carriage (11). Locate the two pulse wires extend-
ing from the Seat Frame. Connect each pulse wire to
the pulse wire o the same color in the Seat Carriage.
Insert the excess wiring up into the Seat Frame, and
set the Seat Frame on the Seat Carriage. Attach the
Seat Frame with two M10 x 52mm Button Bolts (82)
and two M10 Nylon Locknuts (63). Be care ul to
avoid damaging the pulse wires with the Bolts.
7. Attach the Backrest (62) to the Backrest Frame (42)
with four 1/4” x 16mm Button Screws (80).
Slide the Backrest Frame (42) onto the Seat Frame
(7). Attach the Backrest Frame with four M8 x 25mm
Button Screws (79) and four M8 Split Washers (55).
63
7
Pulse Wires
11 5
5. Attach the Seat (9) to the Seat Frame (7) with four 1/4”
x 16mm Button Screws (80) and four M8 Washers (60).
7
80
60
60
9
5
62
7
80
79
55
55
55
79
42
7
6
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9. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened be ore you use the exercise cycle. Note: After assembly is
completed, some extra parts may be left over. Place a mat beneath the exercise cycle to protect the floor.
8. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an
“L.” Using an adjustable wrench, irmly tighten the
Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm
(24). Tighten the Right Pedal (not shown) clockwise
into the Right Crank Arm. Important: Tighten both
Pedals as irmly as possible. A ter using the
exercise cycle or one week, retighten the
Pedals. For best per ormance, the Pedals must
be kept tightened.
Identify the Left Pedal Strap (25), which is marked
with an “L.” Attach the Left Pedal Strap to the Left
Pedal (22), and adjust it to the desired position.
Attach and adjust the Right Pedal Strap (not shown)
in the same way.
8
22 24
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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR
If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 21), follow the steps below to install the receiver
included with the chest pulse sensor.
Remove the access door from the underside of the
Console (4). ou may need to use a small standard
screwdriver to remove the access door.
Slide the receiver onto the indicated plastic pin on the
Console (4); make sure that the receiver is oriented
exactly as shown. Locate the two small screws included
with the chest pulse sensor. Attach the receiver to the
Console with the two screws as shown.
Connect the wire on the receiver to the indicated wire on
the Console (4).
Reattach the access door. Make sure that no wires are
pinched. Note: The other wires included with the chest
pulse sensor may be discarded.
Pin
Access
Door
Wire
Screws
4
Receiver

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HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE
HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE EXERCISE
CYCLE
Stand in back of the exercise cycle, and lift the exer-
cise cycle until it can be moved on the front wheels.
Move the exercise cycle to the desired location and
carefully lower it. Due to the weight o the exercise
cycle, use extreme caution while moving it.
If the exercise cycle
rocks slightly during
use, turn the level-
ing feet under the
rear stabilizer until
the rocking motion
is eliminated.
HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT
The seat can be
adjusted to the posi-
tion that is the most
comfortable for you.
To adjust the seat,
pull the seat knob,
slide the seat for-
ward or backward,
and then release
the seat knob. Move
the seat forward or
backward slightly
until the pin on the
seat knob snaps into one of the holes in the seat rail.
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.
Leveling
Foot
Wheel
Seat Seat
Knob
Pedal
Strap
Tab