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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 exercise cycle. 1. Read all instructions in this manual before using the exercise cycle. Use the exercise cycle only as described. 7. Wear suitable clothing when using the exercise cycle; do not wear loose clothing that could become caught on the exercise cycle. Always wear athletic shoes. 2.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the new NordicTrack® SL 760 exercise cycle. Cycling is one of the most effective exercises for increasing cardiovascular fitness, building endurance, and toning the entire body. The NordicTrack® SL 760 offers an impressive array of features designed to let you enjoy this healthful exercise in the comfort and privacy of your home. Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Place all parts of the exercise cycle in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included tools and your own adjustable wrench . Use the drawings below to identify the small parts used in assembly. The number in parenthesis below each drawing refers to the key number of the part, from the PART LIST on page 29.
2. While another person lifts the rear of the Frame (1), attach the Rear Stabilizer (16) to the Frame with four M8 x 40mm Button Screws (54) and four M8 Split Washers (55). 2 1 16 55 55 54 54 3. Have another person hold the Upright (2) in the position shown. See the inset drawing. Locate the wire extending from the bottom of the Upright. Tie the wire around the end of the Wire Harness (43) as shown.
5. Have another person hold the Console (4) near the Upright (2). 5 Bookrack 4 Connect the Wire Harness (43) to the wire harness on the Console (4). Connect the Pulse Wire (3) to the pulse wire on the Console. Next, locate the two ground wires that are connected with a screw to the Upright (2). Connect the ground wires to the two smallest wires on the Console. 43 3 2 Carefully insert all excess wiring down into the Upright (2). Attach the Console (4) to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Screws (57).
. Attach the Backrest (62) to the Backrest Frame (42) with four 1/4” x 16mm Button Screws (59). 8 62 Slide the Backrest Frame (42) onto the Seat Frame (7). Attach the Backrest Frame with four M8 x 25mm Button Screws (61) and four M8 Split Washers (55). 42 55 61 55 61 59 7 9. Identify the Left Pedal (22), which is marked with an “L.” Using an adjustable wrench, firmly tighten the Left Pedal counterclockwise into the Left Crank Arm (24).
HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR To get the best performance from the chest pulse sensor, please read the instructions below. wet both electrode areas. Return the sensor unit to a position against your chest. HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING The chest pulse sensor consists of two components: the chest strap and the sensor unit. Follow the steps below to put on the chest pulse sensor.
CHEST PULSE SENSOR CARE Next, hold the chest pulse sensor near the console. While holding one thumb stationary, begin tapping the other thumb against the electrode area at a rate of about one tap per second. Check the heart rate reading on the console. • Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the electrode areas are wetted and the chest pulse sensor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off when it is removed and the electrode areas are dried.
HOW TO OPERATE THE EXERCISE CYCLE HOW TO MOVE AND LEVEL THE EXERCISE CYCLE Stand in back of the exercise cycle, and lift the exercise cycle until it can be moved on the front wheels. Move the exercise cycle to the desired location and carefully lower it. Due to the weight of the exercise cycle, use extreme caution while moving it. Wheel HOW TO ADJUST THE SEAT The seat can be adjusted to the posiSeat Seat tion that is the most Knob comfortable for you.
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 state-of-the-art console offers an impressive array of features. When the manual mode of the console is selected, the resistance of the pedals can be changed with a touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor.
The Training Zone bar—The Training Zone bar will indicate the approximate intensity level of your exercise. For example, if three or four indicators in the bar are lit, the bar shows that your pace is ideal for fat burning. Note: During programs, the Training Zone bar will also prompt you to increase or decrease your pace. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 Begin pedaling to activate the console. The exercise cycle requires no batteries or external power source.
Note: The console can display speed and distance in either miles or kilometers. To find which unit of measurement is selected, you must select the console’s user mode. Hold down the Program Select button for about three seconds. The letter “E” for English miles or the letter “M” for metric kilometers will appear on the right side of the main display. To change the unit of measurement, press the Resistance 10 button.
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 resistance settings will move one column to the left. The resistance setting for the second segment will then be shown in the flashing Current Segment column, and the resistance of the pedals will automatically change if a different resistance setting is programmed for the second segment.
4 Monitor your progress with the main display. HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS See step 4 on page 13. 5 Each heart rate program helps you to keep your heart rate near a certain percentage of your maximum heart rate during your workout. Note: Your maximum heart rate is estimated by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you are 30 years old, your maximum heart rate is 190 (220 – 30 = 190). Measure your heart rate if desired. See step 5 on page 14. 6 Turn on the fan if desired.
3 As you exercise, the Training Zone bar will help you to keep your heart rate near the current target heart rate for the program. The lit indicators in the bar will show your actual pace.
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 exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer with CD player. See pages 18 and 19 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 personal trainer program (see step 3 on page 15). However, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the resistance setting and/or the pace setting is about to change. HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the exercise cycle must be connected to your portable CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, computer with CD player, or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER on page 18.
5 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE Read and follow the on-line instructions for using a program. Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to play iFIT.com audio and video programs directly from the internet. To use programs from our Web site, the exercise cycle must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 19. In addition, you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider.
5 HOW TO MEASURE YOUR BODY FAT PERCENTAGE If you have already entered your height, press the Enter button. If you have not entered your height, press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to enter your height, and then press the Enter button. CAUTION : The console uses a bioelectrical impedance analysis method to determine body fat percentage, sending a harmless signal through the body. Do not measure your body fat percentage if you have an internal medical device such as a pacemaker.
5 HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM If you selected a Fat Burn program, the main display will show a body fat goal. If you have already entered a body fat goal, press the Enter button. To change the body fat goal, press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button, and then press the Enter button. Note: The body fat goal must be at least 5%. In addition to offering personal trainer programs, the console can provide custom fat burn, weight loss, or cardio programs based on the personal data that you have entered.
The main display will show the latest measurement of your body fat percentage, your body fat goal, and the number of times that you should exercise per week. Note: If you have not measured your body fat percentage (see page 23), the console will automatically assign a body fat percentage of 0%. If you have not entered a body fat goal (see step 5 on page 24), the console will automatically assign a goal of 20% body fat. HOW TO CHART YOUR PROGRESS 1 Begin pedaling to activate the console.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the exercise cycle regularly. To clean the exercise cycle, use a soft, damp cloth. Keep liquids away from the console and keep the console out of direct sunlight. Next, turn the indicated M8 Nylon Locknut (31) until the Drive Belt (47) is properly tightened. Then, reattach the right side shield.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES Fat Burning WARNING: To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relatively low intensity level for a sustained period of time. 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.
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1 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, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees and back. 2 2. Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended.
PART LIST—Model No. NTC89020 R0504A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 30 and 31. 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 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 2 1 2 4 1 1 2 2 1 Description Key No. Qty.
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NTC89020 R0504A 72 57 73 49 6 68 18 57 21 44 6 69 23 64 68 64 38 76 1 32 69 25 22 50 2 38 76 29 33 33 28 57 45 67 50 57 46 45 5 24 34 30 67 36 30 20 46 60 35 8 39 31 31 3 51 41 40 43 51 51 51 70 13 57 14 53 17 47 53 56 19 53 55 71 55 15 19 55 56 16 56 55 54 19 54 61 31 56 54 54 19
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