TROUBLESHOOTING. NordicTrack 7200r Treadmill, 7500 R Treadmill, AudioStrider NTL25530, NTL22940, NTL22840, 7600r Treadmill

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. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 9). Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 9. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets. b. After the power cord has been plugged in, make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console.

c. Check the reset/off circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord. If the switch protrudes as shown, the circuit breaker has tripped.

To reset the circuit breaker, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.

c

Tripped

Reset

PROBLEM: The power turns off during use

SOLUTION: a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see c. above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.

b. Make sure that the power cord is plugged in. If the power cord is plugged in, unplug it, wait for five minutes, and then plug it back in.

c. Remove the key from the console. Reinsert the key fully into the console. d. Make sure that the reset/off circuit breaker is in the reset position.

e. If the treadmill still will not run, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free.

PROBLEM: The displays of the console do not function properly

SOLUTION: a. Remove the key from the console and unplug the

power cord. Remove the indicated Screws (48) from the Hood (62). Carefully rotate and lift the Hood. a

48

62

48

Locate the Reed Switch (37) and the Magnet (31) on the left side of the Pulley (30). Turn the Pulley until the

Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch. Make sure

that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed

Switch is about 1/8”. If necessary, loosen the Screw

(93) and move the Reed Switch slightly. Retighten the

Screw. Re-attach the hood, and run the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading.

1/8”

93

37

Top

View

30

31

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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 9.

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. When the walking belt is properly tightened, you should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 3 to

4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes.

Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

b

3”–4”

Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts c. If the walking belt still slows when walked on, call our Customer Service Department, toll-free.

PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center or slips when walked on

SOLUTION: a. If the walking belt is off-center, first remove the key and

UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. If the walking belt has

shifted to the left, use the allen wrench to turn the left rear roller bolt clockwise 1/2 of a turn; if the walking belt

has shifted to the right, turn the bolt counterclockwise

1/2 of a turn. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt.

Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn both rear roller bolts clockwise, 1/4 of a turn.

When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each side of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

PROBLEM: The treadmill rocks during use

SOLUTION: a. If the treadmill rocks slightly during use, turn one or both of the Leveling Feet (127) under the Upright (99) until the the rocking motion is eliminated. Note: If necessary, tip the treadmill forward and use a phillips screwdriver to turn the Leveling Feet.

a a b

127

127

99

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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. While the incline is changing, re-

move 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. If the heart rate monitor does not function properly, see CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLE-

SHOOTING on page 8. b. If the heart rate monitor still does not function properly, the battery should be changed. To replace the battery, locate the battery cover on the back of the sensor unit. Insert a coin into the slot in the cover and turn the cover counterclockwise to the “open” position. Remove the cover. b

Battery Cover

Remove the old battery from the sensor unit. Insert a new CR 2032

battery, making sure that the writing is on top. In addition, make sure that the rubber gasket is in place in the sensor unit. Replace the battery cover and turn it to the closed position.

Battery

Cover

Battery

Rubber

Gasket

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