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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. 12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury. 1.
22. 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. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or incline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the personal trainer describes the change. 26. Never insert or drop any object into any opening. 27.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack® E 3500 treadmill. The E 3500 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 E 3500 treadmill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills. at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
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 , wire cutters , and rubber mallet . 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. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Uprights (69) down as shown. Make sure that the Extension Legs (102) remain in the Uprights. 4 Attach each Extension Leg (102) with two 1” Screws (148) and a Base Pad (99) as shown. Note: Attach the lower Screw (without the Base Pad) first. 69 With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Uprights (69) back to the vertical position. 99 Note: One extra Base Pad (99) may be included. Use the Base Pad to replace any Base Pad that becomes worn.
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 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 rate while you exercise. Note: The heart rate programs require the use of the optional chest pulse sensor. The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to help you get the most from your exercise. The console also features new iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.
3 CAUTION: Before operating the Switch the reset/off circuit breaker to the reset position. console, read the following precautions. Locate the reset/off circuit breaker on the treadmill near the power cord. Make sure that the circuit breaker is in the reset position. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. • Always wear the clip (see the drawing below) while operating the treadmill. • Adjust the speed in small increments in order to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
4 HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 1 To change the incline of the treadmill, press the Incline s and t 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 10%. Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting. Insert the key fully into the console. See GETTING STARTED on page 10. 2 Select the manual mode.
number to the other every few seconds; the Pace indicator will light when your pace is shown. When a program is selected, the display will show the time remaining in the program, your current pace, and the time remaining in the current segment of the program. To reset the main display, press the Stop button, remove the key, and then reinsert the key. 6 Measure your heart rate if desired.
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 10. 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.
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. 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 programmed previously. HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS 1 Insert the key fully into the console.
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 while you exercise. Note: You must wear the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 24) 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 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 this page and page 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 Web 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.
• 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.
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. HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 20.
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 while inserting the key into the console.
If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor, follow the steps below to install the receiver and the short jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. While holding the Upper Handrail (142), remove the two 3” Bolts (17) and Handrail Washers (149). 1 4. Connect the included short jumper wire (B) to the wire on the receiver (A).
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 become damaged. Remove the key and unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 50 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown at the right. 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 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 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 sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including your movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. The following guidelines will help you to plan your exercise program.
PART LIST—Model No. NTL17940 R1203A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty.
3/4” Tek Screw (58)–4 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS Spacer Screw (60)–2 To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Screw (123)–2 Silver Ground Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
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LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED—The entire NordicTrack® E 3500 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.