NordicTrack 7500 R Treadmill, User Manual

Page 1: ...reference Visit our website at www nordictrack com new products prizes fitness tips and much more QUESTIONS If you have questions or if there are missing parts we will guar antee complete satisfaction through direct assistance from our factory TO AVOID DELAYS PLEASE CALL DIRECT TO OUR TOLL FREE CUSTOMER HOT LINE The trained technicians on our Customer Hot Line will provide immediate assistance fre...

Page 2: ...ND ADJUSTMENT 9 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 31 PART LIST 34 PART ID CHART 35 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS 35 LIMITED WARRANTY Back Cover Note An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual 2 NordicTrack is a registered trademark of ICON Health Fitness Inc ...

Page 3: ...NordicTrack dealer or call 1 800 806 3651 and order part number 146148 12 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 change speed or stop unexpectedly which may result in a fall and serious injury 13 Keep the power cord and the surge suppres sor away from heated surface...

Page 4: ...27 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 28 This...

Page 5: ...88 Monday through Friday 6 a m until 6 p m Mountain Time ex cluding holidays To help us assist you please note the product model number and serial number before calling The model number of the treadmill is NTL22940 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see the front cover of this manual for the location Before reading further please familiarize yourself with the parts...

Page 6: ...n Note If there are two Latch Pin Collars place one on each side of the Spring Insert the Latch Pin into the Latch Knob Sleeve 111 and the Left Upright 99 Tighten the Latch Knob 113 onto the Latch Pin 107 For help identifying the assembly hardware see the PART IDENTIFICATION CHART on page 35 1 Slide the treadmill out of the box Insert the three Cage Nuts 96 into the three indicated holes in the tr...

Page 7: ...en all four 4 1 2 Bolts 104 There are no wires on the left side 5 104 106 99 4 Cut the plastic tie holding the Upright Wire Harness 119 in the right Upright 99 Have a second person hold the Handrails 83 near the Uprights Connect the Upright Wire Harness to the wires extending from the Console Base 130 The connectors should slide together easily and snap into place If they do not turn one connector...

Page 8: ...ainer that may trap moisture Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct sunlight for extended periods of time do not expose it to temperatures above 122 Fahrenheit 50 Celsius or below 14 Fahrenheit 10 Celsius Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit when using or storing the chest pulse sensor Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth never use alcohol abrasives or chemicals The chest...

Page 9: ...ng provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec tric shock This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Important The...

Page 10: ...evel while you exercise The console also features new iFIT com interactive technology Having iFIT com technology is like having a personal trainer in your home Using the included audio cable you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo portable stereo computer or VCR and play special iFIT com CD and video programs iFIT com CDs and videocassettes are available separately iFIT com CD and video ...

Page 11: ...ght To enter your weight press either of the Age Weight Set buttons The words ENTER WEIGHT and the current weight setting will ap pear in the main display Press the Age Weight Set buttons again to enter your weight The but tons can be held down to enter your weight quickly Your weight will then be saved in memory To use the manual mode of the console follow the steps beginning on page 12 To use a ...

Page 12: ... of the treadmill press the Incline and buttons Each time a button is pressed the incline will change by 0 5 To change the incline quickly press the 1 step Incline buttons The incline range is 0 to 12 Note After the buttons are pressed it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting Follow your progress with the LED track the Training Zone display and the main display ...

Page 13: ...ert the key Measure your heart rate if desired You can measure your heart rate using either the handgrip pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor To use the hand grip pulse sensor stand on the foot rails and place your hands on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor Your palms must be resting on the upper contacts and your fingers must be touching the lower con tacts avoid mov ing your hand...

Page 14: ...lengths The main display shows both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program One speed setting and one incline set ting are programmed for each segment The same speed setting and or incline setting may be programmed for consecutive segments The speed setting for the first segment is shown in the flash ing Current Segment column of the program d...

Page 15: ...t To stop the program temporarily press the Stop button The time will begin to flash in the main dis play To restart the program press the Start button or the Speed button The walking belt will begin to move at 1 mph When the next segment begins the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the next segment To end the program press the Stop button remove the key and...

Page 16: ...speed setting and an incline setting for the first segment simply adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill as desired by pressing the Speed and Incline buttons Every few times one of the Speed buttons is pressed an additional indicator will light or darken in the Current Segment column When the first segment of the program is com pleted the current speed setting and the current incline settin...

Page 17: ...ncline setting will flash in the main display and all speed settings will move one column to the left The speed setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column and the treadmill will automatically adjust to the second speed and incline settings that you pro grammed previously The program will continue until the speed setting for the last segment is shown in...

Page 18: ...e a heartbeat is detected an additional peak will appear Enter your age and a maximum speed setting Three seconds after a heart rate program is se lected the words ENTER AGE and the current age setting will appear in the main display You must enter your age to use a heart rate program If you have already entered your age press the Start button pressing the button will not start the program at this...

Page 19: ...t heart rate setting During the last three seconds of each segment a series of tones will sound and the speed setting and or the incline setting will flash in the main display The program will continue until no time remains in the program The walking belt will then slow to a stop If the speed or incline setting is too high or too low during the program you can adjust the setting with the Speed or ...

Page 20: ...le at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO Note If your stereo has an RCA type AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If your stereo has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction B If your stereo has only a PHONES jack see instruction C A Plug one end of the audio cable...

Page 21: ... the Y adapter Plug the Y adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note If your computer has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction A If your computer has only a PHONES jack see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your computer B Plu...

Page 22: ...ollow the steps below to use an iFIT com CD or video program Insert the key fully into the console See GETTING STARTED on page 11 Select the iFIT com mode When the key is in serted the manual mode will be selected To use an iFIT com CD or video program press the iFIT com button The indicator above the button will light and the words IFIT MODE will appear in the main display Insert the iFIT com CD ...

Page 23: ...r video program press the Stop button or remove the key and go to step 1 on page 22 Note If the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a chirp is heard Make sure that the iFIT com indicator is lit and that the time is not flashing in the main dis play If the time is flashing press the Start button or the Speed button on the console Adjust the volume of your CD player or VCR If the ...

Page 24: ...and of your clothes When the on screen countdown ends the program will begin and the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails step onto the walking belt and begin walking During the program an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the speed and or incline of the treadmill is about to change CAUTION Always listen for the chirp and be prepared for speed and or incline changes If th...

Page 25: ...e center of the main display will show the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved An E for English miles or an M for metric kilometers will appear on the right side of the main display Press the Speed button to change the unit of measure ment IMPORTANT Make sure that there is not a letter D in the main display If a D appears in the display the console is in the demo mode This mode i...

Page 26: ...n the latch knob Release the latch knob Make sure that the plate is resting against the pin as shown To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight Do not leave the treadmill in the stor age position in temperatures above 85 Fahrenheit HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill convert the treadmill to the stor age po...

Page 27: ...d it Pivot the treadmill down until the plate is past the pin on the latch knob Slowly release the latch knob 2 Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor Do not drop the treadmill frame to the floor CAUTION To decrease the possibility of in jury bend your legs and keep your back straight Latch Knob Plate Pin ...

Page 28: ...ns off during use SOLUTION a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord see c above If the circuit breaker has tripped wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in b Make sure that the power cord is plugged in If the power cord is plugged in unplug it wait for five minutes and then plug it back in c Remove the key from the console Reinsert the key fully...

Page 29: ...ifted to the left use the allen wrench to turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1 2 of a turn if the walking belt has shifted to the right turn the bolt counterclockwise 1 2 of a turn Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is cen tered b If the walking belt slips when walked on fi...

Page 30: ...N a If the heart rate monitor does not function properly see CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLE SHOOTING on page 8 b If the heart rate monitor still does not function properly the battery should be changed To replace the battery locate the battery cover on the back of the sensor unit Insert a coin into the slot in the cover and turn the cover counterclockwise to the open position Remove the cover Remove t...

Page 31: ... be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should includ...

Page 32: ...illes Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean forward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg To cause further stretching of the achilles ten dons bend your back leg as well Stretches Calves achilles ten ...

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Page 34: ... 42 6 Lift Motor Nut Idler Nut 43 2 Tension Washer 44 1 Tension Bolt 45 1 Idler Arm Bearing 46 1 Idler Arm 47 1 Idler Spring 48 32 Hood Mount Screw 49 5 Hood Mount 50 1 Incline Motor 51 2 Incline Motor Bolt 52 1 Incline Motor Bracket 53 1 Front Roller Adj Bolt 54 1 Front Roller Nut 55 2 Motor Bolt 56 2 3 Bolt 57 1 Lift Leg 58 1 Left Fan Housing 59 2 Large Cage Nut 60 1 Power Supply Bracket 61 1 Fr...

Page 35: ...2 Cap Screw 136 1 Hole Plug 137 1 Left Front Endcap 1 12 Green Wire 2 Ring 1 4 Green Wire F Ring 1 6 Blue Wire 2F 1 4 Blue Wire 2F 1 User s Manual Includes all parts shown in the box These parts are not illustrated ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts 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 ho...

Page 36: ... MANUAL It is VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THE MANUAL before operating the Product Remember to do the periodic maintenance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfaction HOW TO GET PARTS AND SERVICE Simply call our Customer Service Department at 1 888 825 2588 and tell them your name and address and the serial number of your Product They will tell y...

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