NordicTrack Powertread 1750 User manual

Customer
Information
At NordicTrack, we’re avail-
able to answer any questions
you have regarding assembly,
use, or maintenance of your
treadmill. Please contact our
ustomer Service Department
at the numbers or addresses
listed below:
Call us:
1-800-688-6737
or 1-612-368-5600
Mon. to Fri., 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
entral Time
Relay us:
Hearing impaired customers
with TDD access, please call
1-800-821-1317
Write us:
NordicTrack ustomer Service
103 Peavey Road
haska, Minnesota 55318
M600
E-mail us:
Send us your questions and
comments via e-mail at
service nordictrack.com
CAUTION
Read this owner’s guide
carefully before using the
treadmill. Save this owner’s
guide for future reference. Owner’s Guide

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Table of Contents
Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
How to Use the ardioTrack™ Heart Rate Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Treadmill Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
How to use the Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
How to use the Heart Rate Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
How to use the Incline Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
How to Fold and Move the Treadmill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Maintenance and Trouble-shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
onditioning Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Part List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
How to Order Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Note: An Exploded Drawing is attached in the center of this owner’s guide.

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1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
owner’s guide.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with
eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place
the treadmill on any surface that blocks air
openings. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Do not put the treadmill
in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
7. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
8. Wear appropriate clothing when using the
treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing 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.
9. When connecting the power cord (see How to
Plug in the Power Cord on page 10), plug the
power cord into a surge protector (not
included) and plug the surge protector into a
grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or
more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit.
10. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at
15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or
less in length. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Keep the power cord and the surge protector
away from heated surfaces.
12. 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
Before You Begin on page 5 if the treadmill
is not working properly.)
13. Never start the treadmill while you are
standing on the walking belt. Always hold
the handrails while using the treadmill.
14. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
15. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill
overheating, do not operate the treadmill
continuously for longer than one hour.
16. The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors may affect the accu-
racy of heart rate readings. The heart rate
monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in
determining heart rate trends in general.
17. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. When the treadmill is not in use,
remove the key and press the on/off switch to
the “off” position. (See the drawing on page 5
for the location of the on/off switch.)
18. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
Assembly on page 6, and How to Move the
Treadmill on page 18.) You must be able to
safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise,
lower, or move the treadmill.
19. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the frame is held securely by the
storage latch.
20. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
every three months.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
Important Precautions

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The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If one of the decals is missing, or if it is not
legible, please call our Customer Service Department at 1-800-688-6737 to order a free decal. Apply the
decal in the location shown.
21. Never insert any object into any opening.
22. Unplug the power cord before performing the
maintenance and adjustment procedures
described in this owner’s guide. Never
remove the motor hood unless instructed to
do so by an authorized service representa-
tive. Servicing other than the procedures in
this owner’s guide should be performed by
an authorized service representative only.
23. This treadmill is intended for in-home
use only. Do not use this treadmill in any
commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
WARNING:Before 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. NordicTrack assumes no responsibility for personal injury or
property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
Save These Instructions
AVIS IMPORTANT:
Réglez le degré d'inclinaison a
minim m avant de plier le tapis
ro lant.
IMPORTANT:
Incline m st be set at lowest
level before folding treadmill
into storage position.

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Thank you for selecting the PowerTread™ 1750 tread-
mill by NordicTrack. The PowerTread 1750 offers an
impressive array of features designed to help you meet
your fitness goals in the convenience and privacy of
your home. And when you’re not exercising, the
PowerTread 1750 can be folded up, requiring
less than half the floor space of other treadmills.
Before you use the PowerTread 1750, please read this
owner’s guide.
We’re available to answer any of your questions
regarding assembly, use, or maintenance of the
PowerTread 1750 treadmill. Please refer to the front
cover of this manual if you wish to contact our
ustomer Service Department.
Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Before You Begin
Handrails
onsole
Storage Latch Key/ lip**
ircuit
Breaker
On/off
Switch
Uprights
Walking Belt
ushioned Walking Platform
Foot Rails
Power ord
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Water Bottle Holder
(Bottle not included)
Reading Rack
Accessory Tray
Optional Weights*
*The optional weights add upper body exercise to your workouts. To purchase the weights, see How
to Order Replacement Parts on page 28.
**IMPORTANT: Always wear the clip while operating the treadmill. If the key is pulled from the
console, the walking belt will stop.

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1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (70) until the Wheels (30) are resting flat on the
floor.
3. Remove the six Screws (43) from the underside of the
onsole (78).
Locate the two tabs on the Reading Rack (12). Slide the
tabs up into the two slots in the front of the onsole (78).
Attach the Reading Rack to the onsole with the six
Screws (43).
Assembly
Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Assembly
requires a phillips screwdriver and an adjustable wrench (not included).
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3
70
30
12 Tabs
78
43
43
2. Slide the upper end of a Handrail (101) onto the post on
the left Upright (70). Note: It will be necessary to pivot
the Handrail to the side and back repeatedly (see
arrow A) while pushing on the Handrail to slide it fully
onto the post. Next, pivot the lower end of the Handrail
down and pull back on it (see arrow B) to align it with the
hole in the left Upright.
Tighten two Handrail Screws (103) into the upper end of
the Handrail (101) and the left Upright (70). Tighten a
Handrail Bolt (95) with a Handrail Washer (102) into the
left Upright and the lower end of the Handrail.
Attach the other Handrail (101) to the right Upright (70) as
described above.
2
70
Hole
A
B
70
101
Post
103
103
101
102
102
95
95

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6. Make sure that all parts of the treadmill are properly tightened. Place a mat beneath the treadmill to
protect the floor or carpet.
4. Attach the Storage Latch (5) and the two Latch Spacers
(93) to the left Upright (70) with two Screws (43). Be care-
ful not to overtighten the Screws.
Note: If it is difficult to fold or lower the treadmill,
remove one or both of the Latch Spacers.
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70
93 43
5
5. Remove the backing from the Wrench lip (88). Press the
Wrench lip onto the lower end of the Upright (70) in the
indicated location. Press the Allen Wrench (87) into the
Wrench lip.
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70
88
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The unique ardioTrack heart rate monitor is specially
designed for accuracy, comfort, and durability. To get
the best performance from the heart rate monitor,
please read the instructions below.
HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR
The heart rate monitor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the transmitter. Follow the steps
below to put on the heart rate monitor.
1. Refer to the inset drawing above. Insert the tab on
one end of the chest strap through the hole in one
end of the transmitter. Press the end of the trans-
mitter under the buckle on the chest strap. The tab
should be flush with the front of the transmitter.
2. Wrap the
heart rate
monitor
around your
chest and
attach the
other end of
the chest
strap to the
transmitter.
Adjust the
length of the
chest strap, if necessary. The heart rate monitor
should be under your clothing, against your skin,
and as high under the pectoral muscles or breasts
as is comfortable. Make sure that the NordicTrack
logo is facing forward and is right-side-up.
3. Pull the transmitter away from your body a few
inches and locate the two electrode areas on the
inner side. The electrode areas are the two long,
grooved rectangles. Using saline solution such as
saliva or contact lens solution, wet both electrode
areas. Return the transmitter to a position against
your chest.
HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE-SHOOTING
The instructions on pages 11 to 17 of this owner’s
guide explain how the heart rate monitor is used
with the console. If the letters “PLS” appear in the
PULSE display, or if the displayed heart rate is
excessively high or low when the heart rate moni-
tor is used, try the trouble-shooting steps below.
1. Make sure that the heart rate monitor is under your
clothing, against your skin, and as high under the
pectoral muscles or breasts as is comfortable.
Note: If the heart rate monitor does not function
when positioned as described, try moving it slightly
lower or higher on your chest.
2. Make sure that the NordicTrack logo on the trans-
mitter is facing forwards and is right-side-up.
3. Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
transmitter. If heart rate readings do not appear
until you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.
4. As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your-
self near the center of the walking belt. For the
console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm’s length of the console.
5. The heart rate monitor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac-
tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.
6. The operation of the heart rate monitor can be
affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
magnetic interference may be causing a problem,
try relocating the treadmill.
7. If the heart rate monitor still does not function
properly, test it by having another person try it.
8. The R2032 battery may need to be replaced (see
page 9).
How to Use the CardioTrack™Heart Rate Monitor
hest Strap
Tabs
Transmitter
Tab
Buckle
IMPORTANT: If a user has an implanted
medical device such as a pacemaker, the
user must check with his or her physician
prior to using the heart rate monitor.
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NordicTrack
Logo

HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each
use. The heart rate monitor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate moni-
tor is put on; the heart rate monitor shuts off when it
is removed and the electrode areas are dried. If the
heart rate monitor is not dried after each use, it may
remain activated longer than necessary.
• Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.
• Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time. Do not expose
the heart rate monitor to temperatures above 122°
Fahrenheit (50° elsius) or below 14° Fahrenheit
(-10° elsius).
• Do not excessively bend or stretch the transmitter
when using or storing the heart rate monitor.
• lean the transmitter using water and mild soap—
never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The
chest strap may be hand washed and air dried.
• If the heart rate monitor
does not function prop-
erly, the CR 2032 bat-
tery may need to be
replaced. To replace the
battery, locate the bat-
tery cover on the back of
the transmitter. Insert a
coin into the slot in the
cover and turn the cover counterclockwise to the
“open” position. Remove the cover.
Remove the old battery
and insert a new R
2032 battery, making
sure that the battery is
turned so the writing is
on top. In addition, make
sure that the rubber gas-
ket is in place in the
transmitter. Replace the
battery cover and turn it
to the closed position.
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Battery
Rubber
Gasket

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Treadmill Operation
THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walking belt or the walking
platform. They will deteriorate the walking belt and
cause excessive wear.
HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD
Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other
appliances being turned on or off. To decrease the
possibility of your
treadmill being
damaged, always use
a surge protector (not
included) with your
treadmill.
Surge protectors are
sold at most hardware
stores and department
stores. Use only a UL-
listed surge protector,
rated at 15 amps, with
a 14-gauge cord of five
feet or less in length.
This product must be
grounded. If it should
malfunction or break
down, grounding
provides a path of least
resistance for electric
current to reduce the
risk of electric shock.
This product is equipped with a cord having an equip-
ment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. Plug
the power cord into a surge protector, and plug the
surge protector into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter
that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may
be used to connect the surge protector to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.
Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place
by a metal screw. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified
electrician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.
DANGER:Improper connection
of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
representative if you are in doubt as to
whether the product is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the prod-
uct—if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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2
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Treadmill Power ord
Grounding Plug
Grounding Plug
Grounding Pin
Surge Protector
Grounding Pin
Grounding Pin
Adapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet