Patent Pending Model No. NEL7095.1 Serial No. _ USER’S MANUAL Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-888-825-2588 Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST ON THE WEB: www.nordictrackservice.com CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precautions before using the elliptical exerciser. 1. Read all instructions in this manual and all warnings on the elliptical exerciser before using the elliptical exerciser. 11. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising, stop immediately and cool down. 12. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user's movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack® CX 998 elliptical exerciser. The CX 998 is an incredibly smooth exerciser that moves your feet in a natural elliptical path, minimizing the impact on your knees and ankles. And the unique CX 998 features adjustable resistance and incline to help you get the most from your exercise. Welcome to a whole new world of natural, elliptical-motion exercise from NordicTrack.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the elliptical exerciser in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. In addition to the , two adjustable included allen wrenches, assembly requires a phillips screwdriver wrenches , a rubber mallet , and pliers . As you assemble the elliptical exerciser, use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly.
2. Identify the Pivot Axle (14), which is the longer of the two axles. Slide a Ramp Cover (48) onto an M6 x 16mm Patch Screw (76) as shown. Tighten the Patch Screw into one end of the Pivot Axle. Apply a small amount of the included grease to the Pivot Axle. 2 48 76 Tubes Have a second person hold the two Ramp Spacers (99) against the sides of the Frame (1) so they cover the indicated tubes on the Frame. Align the round tubes on the Ramp (3) with the Ramp Spacers.
5. Slide a Weld Spacer (119) onto the axle on the left side of the Upright (2), with the open side of the Weld Spacer facing the Upright. Apply a generous amount of grease to the axle. 5 23 85 114 Hold one of the Upper Body Arms (118) with one hand, hold the Upper Body Leg (31) with your other hand, and slide the Upper Body Arm onto the axle on the left side of the Upright (2). Next, extend the Upper Body Leg and apply half of the included high-temperature lubricant.
7. Apply a liberal amount of grease to the barrel of each M8 x 79mm Bolt Set (65). 7 Identify the Left Pedal (10), which has a notch near the right side. Place the Left Pedal on the Left Pedal Leg (4). Have a second person hold the bracket on the left Upper Body Leg (31) inside of the bracket on the Left Pedal Leg, and hold a Pedal Wheel (28) inside of the bracket on the left Upper Body Leg.
HOW TO USE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD 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.
CONSOLE DIAGRAM Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it before using the console. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals and the angle of the ramp can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback.
you exercise, the indicators around the track will light in succession until the entire track is lit. The track will then darken and the indicators will again begin to light in succession. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console. The Training Zones bar—The Training Zones bar will show the approximate intensity level of your exercise. Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in (see page 9).
Note: The console can show speed and distance in either miles or kilometers. The letters MPH or Km/H will appear in the lower display to show which unit of measurement is selected. To change the unit of measurement, first hold down the Start button for a few seconds. An E (for English) or an M (for metric) will appear in the lower display. Press the 1 Step Resistance 10 button to change the unit of measurement.
When the one of the “Too Fast” indicators lights, decrease your pace. When the “On Pace” indicator lights, maintain your current pace. HOW TO USE A PRESET PROGRAM 1 Press any button on the console or begin pedaling to turn on the console. See step 1 on page 11. 2 Select one of the eight preset programs. To select one of the eight preset programs, press the Resistance/Pace Programs button repeatedly until “P 1,” “P 2,” “P 3,” “P 4,” “P 5,” “P 6,” “P 7,” or “P 8” appears in the upper display.
4 Monitor your progress with the displays. HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM See step 4 on page 11. 5 1 Measure your heart rate if desired. See step 1 on page 11. See step 5 on page 12. 6 Turn on the fan if desired. 2 Select one of the two heart rate programs. To select a heart rate program, press the Heart Rate Control Programs button once or twice until “P 9” or “P10” appears in the upper display.
4 Hold the handgrip pulse sensor. The Target Pace guide will prompt you to increase or decrease your pedaling pace during the program. When one of the “Too Slow” indicators lights, increase your pace. When the one of the “Too Fast” indicators lights, decrease your pace. When the “On Pace” indicator lights, maintain your current pace. To use a heart rate program, you must use the handgrip pulse sensor.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 1/8” LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. To use iFIT.com CDs, the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 16 and 17 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.
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 1/8” 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 beneath the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter. Plug the adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo. A.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR B. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack beneath the console. Plug the other end of the cable into the adapter. Plug the adapter into an RCA Y-adapter (available at electronics stores). Next, remove the wire that is currently plugged into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR and plug the wire into the unused side of the Y-adapter. Plug the Y-adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR. Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below.
The program will function in almost the same way as a preset program (see step 3 on page 13). However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance setting and/or pace setting is about to change. HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM CD OR VIDEO PROGRAM To use an iFIT.com CD or video program, the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your CD player or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on pages 16 to 18. To purchase iFIT.
6 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE When you start the program, an on-screen countdown will begin. Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com programs directly from the internet. To use programs from our Web site, the elliptical exerciser must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 17. In addition, you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider. A list of specific system requirements is found on our Web site.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO MOVE THE ELLIPTICAL EXERCISER Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the elliptical exerciser regularly. Replace any worn parts immediately. Stand in front of the elliptical exerciser, hold the handlebars firmly, and place one foot against the ramp in the location shown below. Pull the handlebars until the elliptical exerciser can be moved on the front wheels, and carefully move the elliptical exerciser to the desired location.
HOW TO REMOVE THE SIDE SHIELDS AND THE FLYWHEEL COVERS HOW TO ADJUST THE REED SWITCH If the console does not display correct feedback, the reed switch should be adjusted. To adjust the reed switch, first see the instructions at the left and remove the side shields and the flywheel covers. The Left and Right Side Shields (15, 16) must be removed before the reed switch or the drive belt can be adjusted. To remove the Side Shields, remove the indicated Screws (69, 95, 108).
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES During the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone as you exercise. WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician.
PART LIST—Model No. NEL7095.1 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 52 53 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 4 4 2 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 4 2 1 1 4 1 1 Description R0305A Key No. Qty.
Key No. Qty. 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 2 3 2 4 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 Description Key No. Qty. Lower Foam Grip M4 x 25mm Tek Screw 7.
105 24 25 96 26 26 31 85 118 110 68 86 123 122 119 120 124 123 26 86 96 22 97 85 96 2 98 96 124 123 86 26 119 115 96 96 21 120 26 123 118 122 96 68 86 108 116 114 110 69 31 105 23 95 15 69 19 106 18 69 69 121 20 69 107 69 16 69 108 69 95 17 EXPLODED DRAWING A—Model No. NEL7095.
29 87 84 112 67 65 64 14 29 28 67 46 65 76 48 76 50 49 67 84 87 47 104 8 3 12 46 47 83 30 10 99 13 47 72 9 4 82 34 1 95 38 51 35 88 61 103 45 59 60 93 101 90 62 35 72 51 126 66 35 111 60 88 71 36 109 73 109 48 76 76 73 37 90 62 61 99 47 64 70 95 113 78 89 42 101 53 93 43 63 77 7 6 46 125 91 74 127 100 79 95 98 44 75 55 98 54 77 79 52 78 63 92 58 27 87 57 56 32 83 30 84 88 90 11 80 117 40 98 46 98 29 51
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, please be prepared to give the following information when calling: • The MODEL NUMBER of the product (NEL7095.