NordicTrack ELITE 9500 PRO User manual

USER'S MANUAL
CAUTION
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNNGDECALPLACEMENT ..............................................................2
MPORTANTPRECAUTONS .................................................................3
BEFOREYOUBEGN .......................................................................6
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................7
HOWTOUSETHECHESTPULSESENSOR ...................................................13
OPERATONANDADJUSTMENT ............................................................14
HOWTOFOLDANDMOVETHETREADMLL ..................................................29
TROUBLESHOOTNG ......................................................................31
EXERCSEGUDELNES ...................................................................35
PARTLST ...............................................................................37
EXPLODEDDRAWNG .....................................................................39
ORDERNGREPLACEMENTPARTS ..................................................BackCover
LMTEDWARRANTY...............................................................BackCover
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 persons
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 recommended 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 14),
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance 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 14. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local NordicTrack dealer or call the tele-
phone number on the front cover of this man-
ual 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 con-
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem 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 31 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 16).
17. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
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 circuit
breaker to the off position when the treadmill
is not in use. (See the drawing on page 6 for
the location of the reset/off circuit breaker.)
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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21. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 7, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 29.) 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. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is holding the
frame securely in the storage position.
24. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
25. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening on the treadmill.
26. 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.
27. The treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the treadmill in any commer-
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
28. 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.
29. Do not store the television in temperatures
below -40° F (-40° C) or above 140° F (60° C).
Do not operate the television in temperatures
below 23° F (-5° C) or above 90° F (35° C).
30. To protect the treadmill and television during
lightning storms, unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet and disconnect the cable sys-
tem. This will prevent damage due to light-
ning and power line surges.
31. If an outside antenna or cable system is con-
nected, be sure that the antenna or cable sys-
tem is grounded to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, pro-
vides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting struc-
ture, grounding of the lead-in wire to an an-
tenna discharge unit, size of grounding con-
ductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and re-
quirements for the grounding electrode.
32. An outside antenna system should not be lo-
cated in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall into such power lines or cir-
cuits. When installing an outside antenna sys-
tem, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits, as
contact with them might be fatal.
33. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not re-
move the cover or the back of the television.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Power Lines
Ground
Clamps
Ground
Clamps
Ground
Clamp
Bonding
Jumper
Standoff
nsulators
Antenna
Lead-in Wire
Ground Wire
Ground
Wire Antenna
Discharge Unit
To External 75 Ohm
Terminal of Treadmill
Mast
Service
Entrance
Equipment
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (e.g.
nterior Metal Water Pipe)
Service
Entrance
Conductors
Optional Antenna Grounding Electrode Driven 8
Feet (2.44 m) nto The Earth ( f Required By Local
Codes). See NEC Section 810–21 (f).
34. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
the treadmill or the television, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to con-
firm that the unit is in proper operating condi-
tion.
• Use No. 10 AWG (5.3 mm2) copper, No. 8
AWG (8.4 mm2)aluminum, No. 17 AWG (1.0
mm2) copper-clad steel or bronze wire, or
larger as a ground wire.
• Secure an antenna lead-in and ground
wires to the house with stand-off insulators
spaced from 4 to 6 feet (1.22 to 1.83 m)
apart.
• Mount an antenna discharge unit as close
as possible to where the lead-in enters the
house.
• Use a jumper wire not smaller than No. 6
AWG (13.3 mm2) copper, or the equivalent
when a separate antenna-grounding elec-
trode is used. See NEC Section 810-21 (j).
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is
provided to call the CATV system installerʼs at-
tention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particu-
lar, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-
nected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack®
EL TE 9500 PRO treadmill. The EL TE 9500 PRO
treadmill offers an impressive selection of features de-
signed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable
and effective. And when youʼre not exercising, 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 review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail
Fan
Personal Television/Console Book Holder
Key/Clip
Reset/Off
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Foot Rail
Power Cord
dler Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Accessory Tray
Pulse Sensor
Platform Cushion

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill 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 treadmill 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 treadmill performance. f there is lubri-
cant 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 key and your own Phillips screwdriver and adjustable
wrench . Use the drawings below to identify the assembly hardware. The number in parentheses
below the 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. Extra hardware may be included.
3/8" Star Washer
(90)–10
3/8" x 3 3/4" Bolt (72)–4
3/8" Nut (38)–2
#8 x 3/4"
Tek Screw (29)–4
3/8" x 1 1/4"
Bolt (64)–6
3/8" x 2" Bolt (113)–1
3/8" x 1 3/4" Bolt (117)–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 (83) into the cutout in the cardboard stand
as shown. Serious injury may occur if the
treadmill moves forward or backward and
falls off the cardboard stand. A second per-
son must hold the treadmill until assembly
step 2 is completed to prevent the treadmill
from moving, tipping, or falling.
83
Cardboard
Stand
1
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 2
is completed to prevent the treadmill
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2. dentify the Right Upright (74), which is marked
with a “Right” sticker. Hold the Right Upright
near the Right Base Cover (77). See the inset
drawing. Locate the wire tie in the rectangular
hole in the lower end of the Right Upright. Tie
the wire tie securely around the end of the
Upright Wire Harness (75). Then, pull the other
end of the wire tie up through the Right Upright
until the Upright Wire Harness is routed com-
pletely through the Right Upright.
Gently pull up on the Upright Wire Harness (75)
as you set the Right Upright (74) on the Base
(83) inside the Right Base Cover (77). Be care-
ful not to pinch the Upright Wire Harness.
Attach the Right Upright (74) to the Base (83)
with two 3/8" x 3 3/4" Bolts (72) and two 3/8"
Star Washers (90). Do not tighten the Bolts
yet. Note: t may be necessary to tip the tops of
the Uprights forward slightly as you thread the
Bolts into the Uprights.
Hold the Left Upright (73) near the Left Base
Cover (76). Pull the TV Cable (49) and the AV
Wire (97) into the rectangular hole in the lower
end of the Left Upright and out of the top of the
Left Upright. Set the Left Upright on the Base
(83) inside the Left Base Cover. Attach the Left
Upright to the Base with two 3/8" x 3 3/4" Bolts
and two 3/8" Star Washers (not shown). Do not
tighten the Bolts yet.
With the help of a second person, lower the
treadmill off the cardboard stand. Save the card-
board stand for step 9.
83
76
75
Wire
Tie
77
2
74
73
49
97
90
72
3. dentify the Right Upright Sleeve (96) and the
Left Upright Sleeve (95); the Upright Sleeves
are marked. Slide the Right Upright Sleeve onto
the Right Upright (74), and slide the Left Upright
Sleeve onto the Left Upright (73).
95
“Right”
“Left”
96
3
74
73
75
74
Wire
Tie

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4. With the help of a second person, hold the con-
sole assembly near the Uprights (73, 74).
Connect the Upright Wire Harness (75) to the
Console Wire Harness (71). See the inset draw-
ing. The connectors should slide together
easily and snap into place. f they do not, turn
one connector and try again. IF THE CONNEC-
TORS ARE NOT CONNECTED PROPERLY,
THE CONSOLE MAY BE DAMAGED WHEN
THE POWER IS TURNED ON. Remove the wire
tie from the Upright Wire Harness. 71
Console
Assembly
4
75
Wire
Tie 74
5. Connect the TV Cable (49) and the AV Wire
(97) to the cables extending from the console
assembly. Then, insert the connectors down into
the Uprights (73, 74).
Next, insert the brackets on the Handrail (99) into
the Uprights (73, 74). Make sure that no wires
are pinched. 49
73
97
5
74
99
6. Partially tighten three 3/8" x 1 1/4" Bolts (64)
with three 3/8" Star Washers (90) into the Right
Upright (74). Next, partially tighten three 3/8" x
1 1/4" Bolts with three 3/8" Star Washers (not
shown) into the Left Upright (73). Then, firmly
tighten the six Bolts.
73
74
64
64
90
90
75
6
73
99
71
Console
Assembly

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7. Slide the Right Upright Sleeve (96) up against
the console assembly. Attach the Right Upright
Sleeve with two #8 x 3/4" Tek Screws (29).
Attach the Left Upright Sleeve (not shown) to
the console assembly in the same way.
29
96
29
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Console
Assembly
8. Orient the Storage Latch (100) so that the large
barrel and the Latch Knob (118) are in the posi-
tions shown.
Remove the tie from the upper end of the
Storage Latch (100). Attach the upper end of the
Storage Latch to the bracket on the Frame (48)
with a 3/8" x 1 3/4" Bolt (117) and a 3/8" Nut
(38).
Remove the tie from the lower end of the
Storage Latch (100). Keep the holes in the
Latch Cap (119) aligned with the holes in the
Storage Latch. Make sure to keep the Latch
Cap inside the Storage Latch. Attach the
Storage Latch to the bracket on the Base (83)
with a 3/8" x 2" Bolt (113) and a 3/8" Nut (38).
Note: t may be necessary to move the Frame
back and forth to align the Storage Latch with
the bracket.
Lower the Frame (48) (see HOW TO LOWER
THE TREADM LL FOR USE on page 30). 38
38
Large
Barrel
83
119 113
48
117
118
100
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