NordicTrack COMMERCIAL 1500 User manual

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USER'S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNNGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
MPORTANTPRECAUTONS .................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGN .......................................................................5
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................6
OPERATONANDADJUSTMENT ............................................................11
HOWTOFOLDANDMOVETHETREADMLL ..................................................20
TROUBLESHOOTNG ......................................................................21
EXERCSEGUDELNES ...................................................................24
PARTLST ...............................................................................25
EXPLODEDDRAWNG .....................................................................27
ORDERNGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LMTEDWARRANTY...............................................................BackCover
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This drawing shows the locations of the warning
decals. If a decal is missing or illegible, call the
telephone number on the front cover of this
manual and request a free replacement decal.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note:
The decals may not be shown at actual size.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT
NordicTrack is a registered trademark of CON P, nc.

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1. Before beginning this or any exercise pro-
gram, consult your physician. This is espe-
cially important for persons over age 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
3. Use the treadmill only as described.
4. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it and 2
ft. (0.6 m) on each side. Do not place the
treadmill on any surface that blocks air open-
ings. To protect the floor or carpet from dam-
age, place a mat under the treadmill.
5. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
6. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
7. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the treadmill at all times.
8. The treadmill should be used only by per-
sons weighing 350 lbs. (159 kg) or less.
9. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
10. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose
clothes that could become caught in the
treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom-
mended for both men and women. Always
wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill
with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in
sandals.
11. When connecting the power cord (see page
11), plug the power cord into a surge sup-
pressor (not included) and plug the surge
suppressor into a grounded circuit capable
of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appli-
ance should be on the same circuit. Do not
use an extension cord.
12. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor
that meets all of the specifications described
on page 11. To purchase a surge suppressor,
see your local NordicTrack dealer or call the
telephone number on the front cover of this
manual and order part number 146148, or see
your local electronics store.
13. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the
control system of the treadmill. If the control
system is damaged, the walking belt may
slow, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which
may result in a fall and serious injury.
14. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
15. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 21 if the tread-
mill is not working properly.)
16. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill
(see HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page
13).
17. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in-
structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON as-
sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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18. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.
19. 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.
20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and switch the reset/off cir-
cuit breaker to the “off” position when the
treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on
page 5 for the location of the reset/off circuit
breaker.)
21. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 20.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 lbs. (20 kg)
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
22. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.
23. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
24. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening on the treadmill.
25. DANGER: Always unplug the power
cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main-
tenance and adjustment procedures de-
scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized service
representative only.
26. The treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the incline trainer in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
27. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack®
COMMERC AL 1500 treadmill. The COMMERC AL
1500 treadmill offers an impressive selection of fea-
tures designed to make your workouts at home more
enjoyable and effective. And when youʼre not exercis-
ing, the unique treadmill can be folded up, requiring
less than half the floor space of other treadmills.
For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. f you have questions after read-
ing this manual, please see the front cover of this man-
ual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number and the location of the serial number
decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.
Before reading further, please look at the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail
Console Book Holder
Key/Clip
Reset/Off
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Foot Rail
Power Cord
Adjustable Cushion
dler Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Accessory Tray
Pulse Sensor

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Set the incline trainer in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do
not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the incline trainer
walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, some lubricant may be transferred to the
top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is normal and does not affect performance. f there is lubricant
on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
Assembly requires the included hex keys and your own Phillips screwdriver and adjustable
wrench .
Use the drawings below to identify the assembly hardware. The number in parentheses below each drawing is the
key number of the part, from the PART L ST near the end of this manual. The number after the parentheses is the
quantity needed for assembly. Note: If a part is not in the hardware kit, check to see if it is preattached to
one of the parts to be assembled. To avoid damaging plastic parts, do not use power tools for assembly.
3/8" Star Washer
(6)–10
3/8" x 3 3/4" Patch Bolt (5)–4
3/8" Jam Nut (7)–2
#8 x 3/4"
Tek Screw (24)–4
3/8" x 2" Bolt (4)–1
3/8" x 1 3/4" Bolt (3)–1
3/8" x 1 1/4"
Patch Bolt (2)–6
103
Cardboard
Stand
1
1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged.
With the help of a second person, raise the front
of the treadmill and insert the crossbar on the
Base (103) into the cutout in the cardboard
stand as shown. Have the second person hold
the treadmill until assembly step 3 to prevent
it from moving forward or backward.
WARNING: Serious injury
may occur if the treadmill moves for-
ward or backward and falls off the card-
board stand. A second person must
hold the treadmill until assembly step 3
to prevent the treadmill from moving,
tipping, or falling.

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2. dentify the Right Upright (92), which is marked
with a “Right” sticker.
Have a second person hold the Right Upright
(92) near the Right Base Cover (102). See the
inset drawing. Tie the wire tie in the lower end
of the Right Upright securely around the end of
the Upright Wire (93). Then, pull the other end
of the wire tie in the top of the Right Upright until
the Upright Wire is routed completely through
the Right Upright.
Gently pull up on the Upright Wire (93) as you
set the Right Upright (92) on the Base (103) in-
side the Right Base Cover (102). Be careful not
to pinch the Upright Wire.
Attach the Right Upright (92) to the Base (103)
with two 3/8" x 3 3/4" Patch Bolts (5) and two
3/8" Star Washers (6). Note: t may be neces-
sary to tip the top of the Right Upright forward
slightly as you thread the Patch Bolts into it. Do
not tighten the Patch Bolts yet.
Attach the Left Upright (91) in the same way.
Note: There are no wires on the left side.
103
93
102
2
92
6
5
91
93
92
Wire
Tie
Wire
Tie
3. With the help of a second person, lower the
treadmill off the cardboard stand. The stand will
be used again in assembly step 9.
dentify the Right Upright Sleeve (90) and the
Left Upright Sleeve (89); the Upright Sleeves
are labeled “Right” and “Left.” Slide the Right
Upright Sleeve onto the Right Upright (92) and
the Left Upright Sleeve onto the Left Upright
(91).
89
“Right”
Cardboard
Stand
“Left”
90
3
92
91

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4. Have a second person hold the console assem-
bly near the Uprights (91, 92).
Connect the Upright Wire (93) to the Console
Wire (114). See the inset drawing. The con-
nectors should slide together easily and
snap into place. f they do not, turn one con-
nector and try again. IF THE CONNECTORS
ARE NOT CONNECTED PROPERLY, THE
CONSOLE MAY BE DAMAGED WHEN THE
POWER IS TURNED ON. Remove the wire tie
from the Upright Wire. nsert the connectors
down into the Right Upright (92).
114
Console
Assembly
4
92
93
91
114 Wire
Tie
93
5. Next, insert the brackets on the Handrail (110)
into the Uprights (91, 92). Make sure that no
wires are pinched.
5
92
91
110
Console
Assembly
110

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6. Partially tighten three 3/8" x 1 1/4" Patch Bolts
(2) with three 3/8" Star Washers (6) into the
Right Upright (92); do not fully tighten the
Patch Bolts yet.
Repeat this step with the Left Upright (91).
Then, firmly tighten all six 3/8" x 1 1/4" Patch
Bolts (2).
91
92
2
2
6
6
6
7. Slide the Right Upright Sleeve (90) up against
the console assembly. Attach the Right Upright
Sleeve with two #8 x 3/4" Tek Screws (24).
Attach the Left Upright Sleeve (not shown) to
the console assembly in the same way.
24
90
24
7
Console
Assembly

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8. Orient the Storage Latch (87) so that the large
barrel and the Latch Knob (88) are in the posi-
tions shown.
Remove the tie from the upper end of the
Storage Latch (87). Attach the upper end of the
Storage Latch to the bracket on the Frame (67)
with a 3/8" x 1 3/4" Bolt (3) and a 3/8" Jam Nut
(7).
Remove the tie from the lower end of the
Storage Latch (87). Keep the holes in the Latch
Cap (86) aligned with the holes in the Storage
Latch. Make sure to keep the Latch Cap in-
side the Storage Latch. Attach the Storage
Latch to the bracket on the Base (103) with a
3/8" x 2" Bolt (4) and a 3/8" Jam Nut (7). Note: t
may be necessary to move the Frame back and
forth to align the Storage Latch with the bracket.
Lower the Frame (67) (see HOW TO LOWER
THE TREADM LL FOR USE on page 20).
7
7
Large
Barrel
103
86 4
67
3
88
87
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10. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included hex keys
in a secure place; one of the hex keys is used to adjust the walking belt (see pages 22 and 23). To protect
the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill. Extra hardware may be included.
9. With the help of a second person, raise the
front of the treadmill and insert the crossbar on
the Base (103) into the cutout in the cardboard
stand as shown. Have the second person
hold the treadmill to prevent it from moving
forward or backward.
Firmly tighten the four 3/8" x 3 3/4" Patch Bolts
(5).
With the help of the second person, lower the
treadmill off the cardboard stand.
Cardboard
Stand
5
103
5
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