NordicTrack NTL1595.1 manual

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    USER'S MANUAL CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc - tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. Serial Number Decal Model No. NTL1595.1 Serial No. Find the serial number in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Visit our website at www .proform.com [...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . . .[...]

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    1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure t hat all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. 2. Use the treadmill only as described. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it and two feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blo[...]

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    22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully engaged. 23. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in- cline changes. In some instan[...]

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    Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack ® 2 200 R treadmill. The 2200 R treadmill offers a selec- tion of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. A nd when you’re not exercising, the unique 2200 R tre admi ll can be f olded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. For y[...]

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    ASSEMBL Y A ssembly requires two persons. S et the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. D o 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, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top[...]

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    7 2 . With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Uprights (20) and the Walking Platform (not shown) down to the position shown. Make sure that the Extension Legs (90) remain in place. A ttach the Extension Legs (90) with four Extension Screws (87); start all four Extension Screws before tightening any of them. Next, attach the four Base Pa[...]

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    8 5. Cut the tie securing the wires to the Uprights (20). Hav e a second person hold the console assembly near the right U pright. Connect the Upright Wire Harness (73) and the Pulse Wire (74) to the wires extending from the console as- s embly. T he connectors should slide together easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one connector and[...]

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    9 If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 23), follow t he step s below to insta ll the r e- ceiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the key is removed from the console and that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the in- dicated 3/4” Screw (7) and the Access Door (95) from the left side of the Console Bac[...]

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    10 OPERA TION AND ADJUSTMENT T HE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- i cone spray or other substances to the walking b elt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER [...]

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    1 1 FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive array of features designed to help you get the most from your worko uts. When the manual mode of the console is se- lecte d, th e sp eed and incline of the treadmill can be chang ed with the tou ch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedba[...]

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    12 HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER P lug in the power cord (see page 10). Next, lo- c ate the reset /off circuit breaker near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset position. Stand on the foot pads of the treadmill. Find the clip at- tached to the key (see the drawing on page 11) and at- tach the clip onto the waistband of your[...]

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    13 The lower right area of the display will show a t raining zone bar that in- dicates the approximate i ntensity level of your e x- ercise. If five or six indi- cators in the bar are lit, for example, the bar shows that your pace is ideal for aerobic exercise. The upper left area of the display will show the incline level of the tread- mill, the e[...]

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    14 Turn on the fan if desired. To turn on the fan at low speed, press the AutoBreeze Fans button; t he word “Fan” and the number 1 will appear in the display. To turn on the fan at medium speed, press the button a sec- ond time; the number 2 will appear in the display. To turn on the fan at high speed, press the button a third time; the number [...]

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    15 H OW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM I nsert the key into the console. S ee HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12. S elect one of the preset programs. To select one of the eight preset programs, press the Programs button re- peatedly until the words “Weight Loss,” “Aerobic,” or “Performance” and the number 1, 2, or 3 appear in the lower cen - [...]

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    16 Follow your progress with the display. See step 5 on page 12. Measure your heart rate if desired. S ee step 6 on page 13. Turn on the fan if desired. See step 7 on page 14. When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console. When the program has ended, make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at the lowest set- ting. Next, r[...]

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    17 E nter a maximum heart rate setting. When a heart rate pro- gram is selected, the words “Heart Rate” will a ppear in the upper cen- ter of the display and the target heart rate setting for the program will flash. If desired, press the Heart Rate increase and decrease buttons to ad- just the target heart rate setting. Note: See the heart rate[...]

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    18 HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO USE IFIT.COM PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com MP3 or CD programs , the treadmill m ust be connected to your MP3 player, CD player, p ortable stereo, home stereo, or computer. See pages 18 and 19 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com programs directly from our Web site , the treadmill must be connected to your compu[...]

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    19 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO N ote: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is b eing used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of a long 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the input jack on the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack[...]

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    20 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR N ote: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is b eing used, see instruction B. If you have a TV with a built-in VCR, see instruction B. If your VCR is connected to your home stereo, see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 19. A. Plug one end of a long 1/8” to RCA s[...]

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    21 If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low, you can manually override the settings at any t ime by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console. However, when the next “chirp” is h eard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings of the program. To stop the walking belt at any time, press the Stop button [...]

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    22 HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM PROGRAM DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to access basic programs, audio programs, and video programs directly from the internet. Additional options are s oon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details. To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home comp[...]

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    23 THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE T he console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has b een operated and the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved. The information mode also al- lows you to select miles or kilometers as the unit of measurement and to turn on and turn off the[...]

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    24 HOW T O FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be per- m anently damaged. Remove the key and unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the trea[...]

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    25 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame down until the walking platform is past the pin on the latch knob. 2. Hold the frame firmly with both hands, and lower it to the floor. To decrease the possibi[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please see the front cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the su[...]

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    PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on S OLUTION: a . Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. b . If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- mance may decrease and the walking belt may be- come damaged. Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD . Using the allen wrench[...]

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    28 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program. For more detailed exercise informa- tion, obtain a reputable book or consult your physician. EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system, the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with [...]

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    29 SUGGESTED STRETCHES T he correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 . Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 counts, the[...]

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    P ART LIST—Model No. NTL1595.1 R1205A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Frame Pivot Washer 2 8 Endcap Bolt 3 1 Front Left Endcap 4 2 Frame Pivot Washer 5 8 Endcap Washer 6 1 Latch Warning Decal 7 35 3/4” Screw 8 1 Latch Plate 9 [...]

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    Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 103 1 Key/Clip 104 3 Console Screw 105 1 Console Insert 106 1 Console Cover 107 1 Book Holder 1 08 1 Idler Pulley 109 2 Idler Arm Washer 110 2 Short Console Bolt 111 1 Allen Wrench 112 1 Pulse Bar Wire # 1 Small Star Washer # 1 12” Black Wire, 2 Ring # 1 6” Black Wire, M/R # 1 14” Blue Wire, 2[...]

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    Part No. 225186 R1205A Printed in USA © 2005 ICON IP, Inc. LIMITED W ARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED—The entire NordicTrack treadmill (“Product”) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and w orkmanship. WHO IS COVERED—The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser. HOW LONG IS IT COVERE[...]