Model No. CTL8250 Model No. CTL8500 Model No. CTL8750 Serial No. The serial number is found in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? At Ground Zero, we’re committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. For assistance, call Customer Care toll-free at: 1-800-201-2109 Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST CAUTION Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Keep this manual for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Warning Decal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 How to Set Up the Treadmill . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 the treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions. 13. Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. 14. Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off.
22. Always remove iFIT.com CD’s from your CD player when you are not using them. 25. 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. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only. 23. Never insert or drop any object into any opening. 24.
WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT The decals shown below are found on the treadmill. If any decal is missing or illegible, please call Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-201-2109, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays) to order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary NordicTrack® 9600 treadmill. The NordicTrack 9600 treadmill offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. (excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please note your product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of your treadmill is CTL8250, CTL8500, or CTL8750.
HOW TO SET UP THE TREADMILL Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly can be completed using the included allen wrenches. 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. Refer to step 1. While a second person holds the Uprights (95, 97), remove the two Upright Bolts (96). 4 Slide the Uprights (95, 97) fully onto the brackets on the Frame (not shown). Be careful to avoid pinching your hands or the wires. Attach each Upright with four Upright Bolts (96) as shown. Firmly tighten all eight Upright Bolts. 91 99 91 Firmly tighten the four Handrail Bolts (99). 97 95 96 96 5.
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Note: It may be necessary to disconnect the CATV cable and the network wire from the treadmill, depending on how far the treadmill will be moved. Handrails Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it requires two persons. While one person lifts the indicated end, firmly hold the handrails and tip the treadmill forward until it rolls on the front wheels.
HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD HOW TO CONNECT A CATV CABLE This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. If your treadmill has the Workout TV console or the iFIT.com console, a CATV cable must be connected to the treadmill for cable TV stations to be viewed. Locate the cable jack on the front of the treadmill.
HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER TO THE TREADMILL If your treadmill has the Basic console or the Workout TV console, you can connect a portable CD player to the treadmill and use iFIT.com CD’s. (Refer to page 22 for instructions about using iFIT.com CD’s.) HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE CD PLAYER Plug one end of a male-to-male audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the jack on the left side of the console. Plug the other end of the audio cable into the PHONES jack on your CD player.
HOW TO UPGRADE YOUR CONSOLE Your treadmill has been pre-configured to operate with the Basic console, the Workout TV console, and the iFIT.com console (see the drawings below and at the right). Workout TV Console For information about the features of the Basic console, refer to page 13; to learn about the state-of-the-art Workout TV console, refer to page 26; for a description of the revolutionary iFIT.com console, refer to page 28.
HOW TO USE THE BASIC CONSOLE Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Matrix Main Display workouts, and a unique fitness test program that measures your relative fitness level. Note: The pulse-driven programs and the fitness test program require the use of a Polar®-compatible chest pulse sensor (not included). FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The Basic console offers an impressive array of features to help you get the most from your exercise.
3 CAUTION: Before operating the Insert the key into the console. Note: The console can be set to be used without the key. Refer to step 11 on page 24 for instructions. If the console has been set to be used without the key, go to step 4. console, read the following precautions. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. • Always wear the clip (see the drawing at the right) while operating the treadmill.
cline will change by 0.5%. The incline range is 0% to 15%. 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 into the console. Refer to GETTING STARTED on page 14. 2 5 Follow your progress with the matrix and the main display. Select the manual mode. The matrix—When the manual mode or the iFIT.com mode is selected, the matrix will display a 1/4-mile track.
Calories—This section of the main display will show the approximate number of Calories you have burned. 6 Measure your heart rate if desired. To measure your heart rate, stand on the foot rails and hold the handgrip pulse sensor with both hands. Your palms must be resting on the upper contacts and your fingers must be touching the lower contacts— avoid moving your hands. When your pulse is detected, the words ACQUIRING PULSE will appear in the main display and then your heart rate will be shown.
Each program is divided into several time segments of different lengths. The main display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program. One speed setting and one incline CURRENT SEGMENT setting are programmed for each segment. The speed setting for the first segment is shown in the flashing CURRENT SEGMENT column of the matrix. (The incline settings are not shown in the matrix.
To stop the program, press the STOP button. The time will begin to flash in the main display. To restart the program, press the START button or the SPEED + button. The walking belt will begin to move at 1 mph. When the next segment of the program begins, the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the next segment. 4 5 Measure your heart rate if desired. Refer to step 6 on page 16. 6 When the program is completed, remove the key. Step onto the foot rails.
4 HOW TO USE PULSE-DRIVEN PROGRAMS Your must enter your age to use a pulse-driven program. To enter your age, press the + and – buttons above the ENTER AGE/WT button. The buttons can be held down to enter your age quickly. The age range is 20 to 80 years. When your age is shown, press the ENTER AGE/WT button. Pulse-driven programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level while you exercise.
Each pulse-driven program is divided into oneminute segments. (The main display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program.) One target heart rate setting is programmed for each segment. (During the MANUAL PULSE program, the same target heart rate setting will be programmed for all segments.) HOW TO USE THE FITNESS TEST PROGRAM The fitness test program measures your relative fitness level.
5 display and a two-minute cool-down period will begin. The speed and incline will then decrease. Press the START button or the SPEED + button to start the program. When the button is pressed, the main display will show the words LEVEL 1, indicating that the first four-minute level of the fitness test program has begun. The incline of the treadmill will then automatically adjust to 3% and the walking belt will begin to move at 1.5 mph. Hold the handrails and begin walking.
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 program. HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com CD’s, your portable CD player must be connected to the treadmill. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR CD PLAYER TO THE TREADMILL on page 11. To stop the walking belt at any time, press the STOP button on the console. The time will begin to flash in the main display.
HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE The console features a maintenance mode that allows you to access information and to view and change various default settings. Follow the steps below to use the maintenance mode. 1 If you have the Basic console or the Workout TV console, go to step 6. If you have the iFIT.com console, go to step 8. Insert the key into the console. Refer to GETTING STARTED on page 14.
9 Press the ENTER AGE/WT button again to check for system errors. the ENTER AGE/WT button again and 12 Press enable or disable the TV. If there are no system errors, the words NO SYSTEM ERRORS will appear in the main display. If the words LUBRICATE DECK appear in the main display, the walking platform should be lubricated. Follow the instructions in step 4 on page 29 to lubricate the walking platform; then, refer to HOW TO RESET THE SERVICE DISTANCE on page 25 to reset the service distance.
the ENTER AGE/WT button again and 15 Press delete or add TV channels. After all valid TV channels have been stored in the console’s memory, you can delete unwanted channels or add other channels. To delete or add a channel, first press the CHANNEL + and – buttons until the channel appears in the main display.
HOW TO USE THE WORKOUT TV CONSOLE Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Flat Screen Television Matrix Main Display FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE No matter which mode or program you select, the personal TV will allow you to watch the television program of your choice while you exercise. The state-of-the-art Workout TV console offers an impressive array of features to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable. The console also features new iFIT.
2 HOW TO USE THE WORKOUT TV CONSOLE To listen to television programs using headphones, plug your headphones into the indicated jack on the left side of the console. The Workout TV console offers exactly the same features as the Basic console, but incorporates a built-in personal TV in addition. Note: The console has the capability to find and store in memory all of the valid TV channels in your area. You can even screen out unwanted channels. Refer to pages 23 to 25 for instructions.
HOW TO USE THE IFIT.COM CONSOLE Touchscreen Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. Main Display FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE iFIT.com workout program uses patented technology to control the speed and incline of your treadmill as it guides you through an effective workout. And every step of the way, iFIT.com workout programs provide motivating music, video, and online coaching to help you get the most from your workouts.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is necessary for optimal performance and long treadmill life. Please read and follow all instructions below. If the treadmill is not maintained as described, components may wear excessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided. If you have questions about maintenance, call Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-201-2109, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
TURNING THE WALKING PLATFORM Both sides of the walking platform are designed to be used as walking surfaces. Inspect the walking platform periodically for wear. If there is any wood showing through the phenolic coating, or if the surface is damaged, the walking platform should be turned over. The walking platform will need to be turned over after every 6,000 to 7,500 miles. Follow the instructions below to turn over the walking platform. 1. Remove the key and unplug the power cord.
SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD Photocopy this form and use it to record the preventive maintenance performed on the treadmill. Each copy of the form can be used for six months (26 weeks). When maintenance is performed, write the date in the appropriate spaces. Make sure to perform each maintenance procedure as described on pages 29 and 30. If the maintenance procedures are not performed as described, components may wear excessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided.
SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD Photocopy this form and use it to record the preventive maintenance performed on the treadmill. Each copy of the form can be used for six months (26 weeks). When maintenance is performed, write the date in the appropriate spaces. Make sure to perform each maintenance procedure as described on pages 29 and 30. If the maintenance procedures are not performed as described, components may wear excessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps outlined in this section. Find any symptoms that apply, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-201-2109, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly grounded outlet. (Refer to page 10.) b.
4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT IS OFF-CENTER a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left: Remove the key and unplug the power cord. Using the included allen wrench, turn the roller adjustment bolts in the directions shown, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and use the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b. If the walking belt has shifted to the right: Remove the key and unplug the power cord.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES 3 FACTORS IN A SENSIBLE DIET Your target heart rate (THR), is the rate at which you would like your heart to work during aerobic exercise. It is expressed as a percentage of your maximum heart rate (MHR). MHR is the maximum number of times that your heart can pump during one minute. To determine your approximate MHR, subtract your age (in years) from 220. This is only an estimation of your MHR—only clinical stress testing can provide an actual MHR reading.
3. Hamstring Stretch—Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds, then relax. Repeat 3 times for both legs. Stretches: Hamstrings, lower back, and groin. WEIGHT LOSS TIPS At least four, 30-minute workouts per week, along with a reduced-calorie diet, are recommended if you are trying to lose weight.
“T” is for the time or duration of your workout. Beginning exercisers may wish to start with 5 to 10 minutes of aerobic activity. Those in average physical condition should exercise for 20 to 30 minutes. Highly fit people, or people who want to lose weight, should exercise for 30 to 60 minutes. The key is to maintain your target heart rate for the duration of the workout period.
WORKOUT TIPS Move on to the Fitness Level only when you feel ready and your heart rate has moved below your target heart rate zone. Full-body conditioning helps take care of many of life's aches and pains. However, it takes time for your body to adapt to any new routine. Below are some tips that will help ease you into your new NordicTrack routine. The Fitness level usually lasts 12 to 20 weeks. (It may last longer, depending on your fitness goals.
LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty on Commercial Equipment Ground Zero Design Corporation warrants that all new equipment will be free of manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials, becoming effective at the date of original installation. Parts repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period only. Labor must be performed at a Ground Zero commercial service facility or by a Ground Zero authorized commercial service provider.
Owner’s Manual It is very important that you read the Manual before operating the Product. Remember to perform the periodic maintenance requirements specified in the Manual to assure proper operation and your continued satisfaction. Receipt of Parts and Service Simply call Customer Care at 1-800-201-2109, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, and give your name, address, and the serial number of your Product.
PART LIST—MODEL NOS. CTL82500, CTL85000, CTL87500 To locate the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 42 and 43. Key No. Qty.
133 107 86 132 42 104 105 103 106 98 102 85 90 89 97 131 88 91 99 125 90 124 124 96 99 96 96 92 122 37 93 93 127 122 37 EXPLODED DRAWING—MODEL NOS.
R0901A 43 82 78 115 84 9 7 8 74 2 112 83 77 5 113 120 82 110 10 78 80 11 115 6 4 81 80 74 1 9 7 8 74 74 120 112 77 79 74 6 2 6 75 7 8 9 108 74 114 5 11 19 16 3 8 9 74 76 6 13 111 12 46 119 17 20 46 18 70 15 6 24 32 71 66 126 8 9 7 74 74 22 42 73 21 14 33 34 117 67 64 40 68 65 36 42 78 67 117 48 57 66 61 72 37 46 65 62 121 24 55 54 56 109 52 46 47 58 46 59 118 116 63 108 53 3 129 31 41 44 43 130 38 3
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, call Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-201-2109, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).