Class HC Fitness Product Model No. NETL98131 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL Find the serial number in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if there are missing or damaged parts, please call: 08457 089 009 Or write: ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd.
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. 13. Never move the walking belt whilst 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.
22. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you can manually override the speed and incline settings at any time by pressing the speed and incline buttons. However, when the next “chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program. 26. DANGER: Always unplug the power cord immediately after use, before cleaning the treadmill, and before performing the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack® 4500 R treadmill. The 4500 R treadmill offers an impressive array of features to make your home workouts more enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercising, the unique 4500 R can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. Department at 08457 089 009. To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of the treadmill is NETL98131.
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 flat-bladed screwdriver , wire cutters , and adjustable wrench . 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 treadmill or the shipping carton.
4. Have a second person hold the Handrails (83) near the Uprights (99). Connect the Upright Wire Harness (119) to the wires extending from the Console Base (80) (see the inset drawing). The connectors should slide together easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn one connector and try again. Then, insert the connectors and the Upright Wire Harness into the hole in the right Upright. 4 80 119 Set the Handrails (83) on the Uprights (99), being careful not to pinch the wires. 99 83 5.
HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR each use, it may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely. The chest pulse sensor consists of two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap into one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset drawing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest strap.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT 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. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear. HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD This product must be earthed.
Program Display Main 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 You can even create custom workout programs and store them in memory for future use. The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to help you get the most from your exercise. The console also features iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.
3 CAUTION: Before operating the Make sure the on/off switch is in the on position. console, read the following precautions. Locate the on/off switch on the treadmill near the power cord. Make sure the on/off switch is in the on position. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. • Always wear the clip (see the drawing below) whilst operating the treadmill. 4 • Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
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. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Insert the key fully into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 11. 2 5 Select the manual mode. The LED track—When the manual mode or the iFIT.
Distance/Laps—The centre section of the main display shows the distance that you have walked and the number of 1/4-mile laps you have completed. The display will change from one number to the other every few seconds; the Laps indicator will light when the number of laps is shown. 6 Measure your heart rate if desired. To measure your heart rate, use the chest pulse sensor (see page 9) or the handgrip pulse sensor (follow the instructions below).
3 HOW TO USE PRESET PROGRAMS 1 Insert the key fully into the console. A moment after the button is pressed, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the program. Hold the handrails and begin walking. See GETTING STARTED on page 11. 2 Press the Start button or the Speed + button to start the program. Select the desired preset program. Each program is divided into several time segments of different lengths.
If the speed or incline setting is too high or too low during the program, you can manually override the setting by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console. Every few times one of the Speed buttons is pressed, an additional indicator will light or darken in the Current Segment column. (If any of the columns to the right of the Current Segment column have the same number of lit indicators as the Current Segment column, an additional indicator may light or darken in those columns as well.
See the program display. Each custom program is divided into one-minute segments. One speed setting and one incline setting can be programmed for each segment. The speed setting for the first segment will be shown in the Current Segment flashing Current Segment column of the program display. (The incline settings are not shown in the program display.
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, the speed setting and the incline setting will flash in the main display, and all speed settings will move one column to the left.
During heart rate programs, the program display will show a graphic that represents your heart rate. Each time a heartbeat is detected, an additional peak will appear. HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS Heart rate programs automatically adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level whilst you exercise. Note: You must wear the chest pulse sensor (see page 8) to use the heart rate programs.
5 If the speed or incline setting is too high or too low during the program, you can adjust the setting with the Speed or Incline buttons. However, each time the console compares your heart rate to the current target heart rate setting, the speed and/or incline of the treadmill may automatically change to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate setting. Press the Start button or the Speed + button to start the program.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO 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 3.5 mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C. 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 20 and 21 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 3.5 mm 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 adaptor.
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 21. 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.
• Adjust the volume of your CD player or VCR. If the volume is too high or too low, the console may not detect the program signals. 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.
7 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS 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 soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details. 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.
THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE 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. To select the information mode, hold down the Stop button whilst inserting the key into the console.
HOW TO 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 permanently 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 treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right.
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the pin on the latch knob. Slowly release the latch knob. Pin Latch Knob Platform 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 injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
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. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly earthed outlet. (See page 8.) If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3-conductor, 1 mm2 (14-gauge) cord that is no longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.).
PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3-conductor, 1mm2 (14-gauge) cord that is no longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.). 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.
PROBLEM: The incline of the treadmill does not change correctly or does not change when iFIT.com CDs and videos are played SOLUTION: a. With the key in the console, press one of the Incline buttons. Whilst the incline is changing, remove the key. After a few seconds, re-insert the key. The treadmill will automatically rise to the maximum incline level and then return to the minimum level. This will recalibrate the incline system. PROBLEM: The heart rate monitor does not function properly SOLUTION: a.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 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. The pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user’s movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in general.
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.
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PART LIST—Model No. NETL98131 R0504A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the centre 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 1 2 1 2 2 2 4 8 1 1 1 8 8 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 4 2 1 1 1 9 5 1 Description Key No. Qty.
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ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, contact the ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd. office, or write: ICON Health & Fitness, Ltd.
84 58 83 7 85 86 87 87 105 132 88 87 133 87 84 87 87 17 85 87 80 87 56 89 115 87 79 87 88 88 81 87 7 87 137 7 88 82 87 73 87 87 90 91 92 117 87 105 116 87 97 98 114* 59 127 99 113 92 112 96 93 100 102 92 95 101 109 96 136 103 111 110 108 107 118 97 119 42 93 96 141 140 94 104 93 106 59 127 42 16 119 121 136 95 103 106 118 102 123 101 100 122 104 124 75 93 EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No.
5 4 2 131 6 128 3 1 42 8 5 9 131 4 13 12 15 42 42 10 6 11 125 2 87 8 12 13 128 8 26 20 12 13 14 21 18 24 23 22 86 27 31 30 25 To identify the parts shown on this exploded drawing, see the PART LIST on pages 34 and 35 of the USER’S MANUAL.
