NordicTrack Ntxc8018 Instruction Manual - Page 7

9. Slide the resistance strap back onto the flywheel. Note: If the resistance strap is frayed on both sides, it may be necessary to replace it. See the back cover of this manual for information on how to order replacement parts. GENERAL LUBRICATION If the front and rear Rollers (15) begin to squeak, a drop of light household oil Oil may occasionally be needed on the Roller Axles (70). However, the drive rollers located near the flywheel are internally lubricated and should NOT be oiled. Follow the instructions below to apply the oil. Flywheel Oil 70 15 1. Remove the batteries from the console. 2. Slide the resistance strap off the flywheel. 3. Lightly coat the groove of the flywheel with a light household oil to protect the metal from corrosion. IMPORTANT: Never place oil on the resistance strap. Only the flywheel should be oiled and then cleaned before the resistance strap is reattached. Do not place the resistance strap onto the oiled flywheel. 4. Loosen the two adjustment knobs on the hip pad. 5. Move the hip pad slide so the tip is about seven inches below the top of the upright. Retighten both the adjustment knobs and pivot the hip pad upward. 6. Support the upper body arm with one hand. Use the other hand to depress the two snap buttons on either side of the arm. Lower the upper body arm until it rests against the upright. 1. Place a cloth or a piece of plastic underneath the ski exerciser to protect your floor. 2. Put a drop of light household oil on each side of each roller, and then spin each roller. STORAGE Loosen the resistance completely and remove any accessories before folding and storing your ski exerciser. For long term storage of more than 30 days we recommend the following: 7. Hold the upright with one hand. Loosen and remove the upright knob from the upright. Lower the upright until it rests on the base. The hip pad should just touch the top of the skis. Upon removal from storage, clean the flywheel with rubbing alcohol. Slide the resistance strap back onto the flywheel. To move the ski exerciser, use the handlebar to pull it back on its wheels and roll it to the desired location. DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE 2. To use the pulse mode, the pulse The console has five independent displays to provide continuous exercise feedback. The displays are described below. monitor must be worn. Plug the pulse monitor into the jack Pulse Monitor on the bottom of the console. Rub your left ear lobe several times with your thumb and index fin- Clip ger and then clip the pulse monitor onto your ear lobe. Slide the metal clothes clip onto your collar. • Time-This mode displays the amount of time that you have exercised. When your pulse is detected (after approximately four seconds), the small heart in the right-hand corner of the pulse display will flash and your pulse will be displayed. WARNING: The pulse monitor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the userÕs movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. • Speed-This mode displays your pace, in miles per hour. • Distance-This mode displays the total number of strides you have completed, in miles per hour. • Calories-This mode displays the approximate number of calories you have burned. • Pulse-This mode displays your pulse in beats per minute when the pulse monitor is worn. BATTERY INSTALLATION If your pulse does not appear after four seconds, make sure that the pulse monitor is plugged into the console. In addition, make sure that the pulse monitor is attached properly. It may be necessary to reposition the pulse monitor a few times to find the best position. The pulse monitor is more accurate when used on your left ear lobe and when you are standing still. 3. To reset the display, press the reset button. Before the console can be operated, two "AA" batteries must be installed. If you have not installed batteries, see assembly step 5 on page 5. HOW TO OPERATE THE CONSOLE If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. 4. To turn off the power, simply wait for about five minutes. If the ski exerciser is not used and the console button is not pressed, the power will turn off automatically. 1. To turn on the power, press the reset button or simply begin striding. 10 7