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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 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. 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. 12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill.
21. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by placing objects under the treadmill. your CD player or VCR when you are not using them. 22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed. 26. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill regularly. 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.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack® SUMMIT 4500 X treadmill. The SUMMIT 4500 X treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to help you get the most from your exercise program in the convenience of your home. And when you’re not exercising, the unique SUMMIT 4500 X can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver and wire cutters . 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 of the walking belt or the shipping carton.
4. Slide the Grounding Bracket (107) onto one of the Handrail Spacers (65) in the location shown. 4 A 107 65 Tabs See inset drawing A. Pinch the tabs on the Grounding Bracket (107) so that the tabs will fit into the hole in the Upright (69, see inset drawing B). See inset drawing B. Place the Handrail Spacer (65) on the left Upright (69) as shown, with the cutout on the indicated side.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING BELT 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 treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets. Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBETM, a high-performance lubricant.
Program Display Pulse Sensor Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Pulse Sensor Clip Key FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE sonal trainer right in your home. Using the included audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play special iFIT.com CD programs (CDs are available separately). IFIT.
2 CAUTION: Before operating the See HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 8. console, read the following precautions. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. 3 • Always wear the clip (see the drawing below) while operating the treadmill. • The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors 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.
5 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 The LED track—When the manual mode or an iFIT.com program is selected, the program display will show an LED track representing 1/4 mile. As you exercise, the indicators around the track will light in sequence until you have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin. Insert the key fully into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 10. 2 Select the manual mode.
Speed/Pace display— This display shows the speed of the walking belt and your current pace (pace is measured in minutes per mile). Every seven seconds, the display will change from one number to the other. 7 Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and adjust the incline of the treadmill to 1%. The incline must be at 1% when the treadmill is raised to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged. Next, remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place.
Each program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. The Time display shows both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment. One speed setting and one incline setting are programmed for each segment. The speed setting for the first segment will be shown in Current Segment the flashing Current Segment column of the program display. (The incline settings are not shown in the program display.
Select one of the custom programs. cline settings are not shown in the program display.) To program the desired speed and incline settings for the first segment, simply adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill to the desired levels with 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 only three seconds remain in the first segment of the program, both the Current Segment column and the column to the right will flash, a series of tones will sound, 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 speed and incline settings that you programmed previously. HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1 Insert the key fully into the console.
5 HOW TO USE THE FITNESS TEST PROGRAM The fitness test program is designed to measure your relative fitness level. For the best results, the fitness test program should be used at a time when your energy level is high; the fitness test program should not be used if you have already exercised during the day. Note: You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor to use the fitness test program (see page 24).
When the cool-down segment is completed, the walking belt will slow to a stop. After the fitness test program is completed, your fitness level will be shown in the Time display. There are ten fitness levels— fitness level 10 (FL:10) is the highest. Remember, the fitness program is intended only to indicate your relative fitness level. Note: The Speed and Incline buttons will not function while the fitness test program is selected.
5 If the speed or incline setting for the current segment is too high or too low, you can adjust the setting with the Speed or Incline buttons. However, if you decrease the speed, the incline will automatically increase; if you increase the speed, the incline will decrease. If you increase the incline, the speed will decrease; if you decrease the incline, the speed will increase. The treadmill will always attempt to keep your heart rate near the target heart rate setting for the current segment.
HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER To use iFIT.com CDs, the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 19 and 20 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com videocassettes, the treadmill must be connected to your VCR. See page 21 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com programs directly from our internet site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. 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 included adapter.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being 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 20. 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 included adapter.
If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low, you can manually override the settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console. However, when the next “chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program. • Make sure that the audio cable is properly connected, that it is fully plugged in, and that it is not wrapped around a power cord.
7 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR INTERNET SITE 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. Our Web site at www.iFIT.
THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved. The information mode also allows you to switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour. In addition, the information mode allows you to turn on and turn off the demo mode. An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE 1 Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Remove the key and unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right.
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 call our Customer Service Department tollfree at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 8. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may decrease and the walking belt may become damaged. Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise, 1/4 of a turn.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with preexisting health problems.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch 1 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, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST—Model No. NTTL15021 R0402A To locate the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15* 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33* 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 8 1 4 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 4 1 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 4 2 4 1 1 1 1 Description Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 103 104 105 106* 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 # 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 7 1 1 1 1 2 Description Extension Cap Incline Warning Decal Shock Extension Leg Assembly Grounding Bracket Book Holder Power Cord Grommet Frame Catch Screw/Pulse Screw Catch 12” Audio Wire Walking Belt Tension Washer Thick Base Pad Key No. Qty.
LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED—The entire NordicTrack® SUMMIT 4500 X treadmill (“Product”) is warranted to be free of all defects in material and workmanship. WHO IS COVERED—The original purchaser or any person receiving the Product as a gift from the original purchaser. HOW LONG IS IT COVERED—ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (“ICON”), warrants the motor for three years after the date of purchase. The belt and deck are covered for two years after the date of purchase.
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