HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE. NordicTrack NTEX02910.1, GX2.0, NTEX02910.0

HOW TO USE THE EXERCISE BIKE

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER ADAPTER

IMPORTANT: If the exercise bike has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room temperature before you plug in the power adapter. If you do not do this, you may damage the console displays or other electronic components.

Plug the power adapter into the receptacle on the frame of the exercise bike. Then, plug the power adapter into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Power Adapter

HOW TO LEVEL THE EXERCISE BIKE

If the exercise bike rocks slightly on your floor during use, turn one or both of the leveling knobs on the rear stabilizer and adjust the leveling feet until the rocking motion is eliminated.

Leveling

Knobs

HOW TO ADJUST THE HEIGHT OF THE SEAT

For effective exercise, the seat should be at the proper height. As you pedal, there should be a slight bend in your knees when the pedals are in the lowest position.

To adjust the seat, first loosen the adjustment knob a few turns. Next, pull the knob outward, slide the seat post upward or downward to the desired position, and then release the knob.

Move the seat post upward or downward slightly to make sure that the

Seat

Seat Post

Holes

Knob

knob is engaged in one of the

adjustment holes in the seat post. Then, tighten the knob.

HOW TO ADJUST THE HORIZONTAL POSITION OF

THE SEAT

To adjust the horizontal position of the seat, first loosen the seat adjustment knob a few turns. Then, move the seat forward or backward to the desired position, and firmly tighten the knob.

Seat

Seat Knob

Seat Post

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HOW TO ADJUST THE ANGLE OF THE

HANDLEBAR

To adjust the angle of the handlebar, first loosen the adjustment knob a few turns. Next, pull the knob outward, pivot the handlebar to the desired angle, and then release the knob into an adjustment hole. Make

sure that the knob is engaged in one of the adjust-

ment holes. Then, tighten the knob.

Handlebar

HOW TO ADJUST THE PEDAL STRAPS

To adjust the pedal straps, first pull the ends of the straps off the tabs on the pedals. Then, adjust the straps to the desired position, and press the ends of the straps onto the tabs.

Tab

Strap

Knob

Holes

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CONSOLE DIAGRAM

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an array of features designed to make your workouts more effective and enjoyable.

When you use the manual mode of the console, you can change the resistance of the pedals with the touch of a button. While you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. You can also measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor.

The console also offers eighteen preset workouts—ten hill climbing workouts and eight interval workouts.

Each workout automatically changes the resistance of the pedals and prompts you to vary your pedaling pace as it guides you through an effective workout.

The console also features an iFit training mode that allows your console to communicate with your wireless network through an optional iFit Live module.

With the iFit Live mode, you can download personalized workouts, create your own workouts, track your workout results, and access many other features. See

www.iFit.com for complete information.

To purchase an iFit Live module at any time, go to www.iFit.com or call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual.

You can even connect your MP3 player or CD player to the console sound system and listen to your favorite music or audio books while you exercise.

To activate the console, see page 14. To turn off

the console, see page 14. To use the manual mode, see page 14. To use a preset workout, see page 15.

To use the iFit training mode, see page 17. To use

the sound system, see page 17. To use the

information mode, see page 17.

Note: If there is a sheet of plastic on the display, remove the plastic.

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HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE

The included power adapter can be used to operate the exercise bike. See HOW TO PLUG IN THE

POWER ADAPTER on page 11. When the power adapter is plugged in, the displays will light and the console will be ready for use.

HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE

If the pedals do not move for several seconds, a tone will sound and the console will pause.

If the pedals do not move for several minutes and the buttons are not pressed, the console will turn off and the display will be reset.

When you are finished exercising, unplug the power adapter. IMPORTANT: If you do not do this, the

electrical components on the exercise bike may wear prematurely.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console.

See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE above.

2. Select the manual mode.

Each time you turn on the console, the main menu will appear.

To select the manual mode, press the

Increase and Decrease buttons next to the

Enter button and highlight START. Then, press the Enter button.

If you have selected a workout or the iFit Training mode, press the Menu button to return to the main menu.

3. Change the resistance of the pedals as desired.

As you pedal, change the resistance of the pedals by pressing the Resistance Increase and

Decrease buttons.

Note: After you press the buttons, it will take a moment for the pedals to reach the selected resistance level.

4. Follow your progress with the display.

The console offers several display modes. The display mode that you select will determine which workout information is shown. Press the Display button repeatedly to select the desired display mode.

The display can show the following workout information:

Calories—This display mode will show the approximate number of calories you have burned.

Distance—This display mode will show the distance you have traveled in miles or kilometers.

Profile—When a workout is selected, this display mode will show a profile of the resistance levels for the workout.

Pulse—This display mode will show your heart rate when you use the handgrip pulse sensor (see step 5 on page 15).

Resistance—This display mode will show the resistance level of the pedals for a few seconds each time the resistance level changes.

Speed—This display mode will show your pedaling pace in miles per hour or kilometers per hour.

Target Speed Meter—When a workout is selected, this display mode will compare your pedaling pace to the target pedaling speed and prompt you to increase or decrease your pedaling pace.

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Time—When the manual mode is selected, this display mode will show the elapsed time. When a workout is selected, this display mode will show the time remaining in the workout instead of the elapsed time.

Watts—This display will show your power output in watts.

Change the volume level of the console by pressing the Volume Increase and Decrease buttons.

Note: The console can show pedaling pace and distance in either miles or kilometers. To change the unit of measurement, see HOW TO USE THE

INFORMATION MODE on page 17.

5. Measure your heart rate if desired.

If there are sheets of plastic on the metal contacts on the handgrip pulse sensor, remove the

plastic. To measure your heart rate, hold the handgrip pulse sensor for approximately 15 seconds

Contacts with your palms resting against the metal contacts. Avoid moving

your hands or gripping the contacts tightly.

When your pulse is detected, your heart rate will appear in the display. For the most accurate heart rate reading, hold the contacts for at least 15 seconds.

If the display does not show your heart rate, make sure that your hands are positioned as described.

Be careful not to move your hands excessively or squeeze the metal contacts tightly. For optimal performance, clean the metal contacts using a soft cloth; never use alcohol, abrasives, or chemi-

cals to clean the contacts.

6. When you are finished using the exercise bike, the console will turn off automatically.

See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on page 14.

HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT

1. Begin pedaling or press any button on the console to turn on the console.

See HOW TO ACTIVATE THE CONSOLE on page

14.

2. Select a preset workout.

If you have selected a workout or the iFit Training mode, press the Menu button to return to the main menu.

To select a preset workout, first press the

Increase and Decrease buttons next to the

Enter button and highlight WORKOUTS.

Then, press the Enter button.

Next, press the Increase and Decrease buttons to highlight the desired workout category. Then, press the Enter button.

You can also press the Hill Climbing Workouts button or the Interval Workouts button.

Press the Increase and Decrease buttons to highlight the desired workout category. Then, press the

Enter button.

Press the Increase and Decrease buttons to highlight the name of the desired workout. The duration, the maximum speed, the maximum resistance level, and a profile of the resistance levels of the workout will appear in the right side of the display. Then, press the Enter button.

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3. Begin pedaling to start the workout.

Each workout is divided into one-minute segments. One resistance level and one target speed are programmed for each segment. Note: The same resistance level and/or target speed may be programmed for consecutive segments.

The workout profile will show your progress.

The flashing segment of the profile represents

Current Segment the current segment of the workout. The height of the flashing segment indicates the resistance level for the current segment.

When the first segment of the workout ends, the target speed and the resistance level for the second segment will appear in the display for a few seconds to alert you. The next segment of the profile will begin to flash, and the pedals will automatically adjust to the resistance level for the next segment.

As you exercise, keep your pedaling pace near the target speed for the current segment.

The target speed meter will show your pedaling pace and the target speed for the current segment.

When the words

SPEED UP appear

TIME

DISTANCE in the target speed meter, increase your pace. When the words SLOW

Target

Speed

DOWN appear, decrease your pace.

TARGET

20

30

40

SPEED

UP

10

0

Your

Pedaling

Pace

IMPORTANT: The target speed is intended only to provide motivation. Your actual pedaling pace may be slower than the target speed.

Make sure to pedal at a pace that is comfortable for you.

If the resistance level for the current segment is too high or too low, you can manually override the setting by pressing the Resistance buttons.

IMPORTANT: When the current segment of the workout ends, the pedals will automatically adjust to the resistance level for the next segment.

The workout will continue in this way until the last segment ends.

To stop the workout at any time, stop pedaling. A tone will then sound. If the time display mode is selected, the time will begin to flash in the display.

To restart the workout, simply resume pedaling.

4. Follow your progress with the display.

See step 4 on page 14.

5. Measure your heart rate if desired.

See step 5 on page 15.

6. When you are finished using the exercise bike, the console will turn off automatically.

See HOW TO TURN OFF THE CONSOLE on page 14.

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HOW TO USE THE IFIT TRAINING MODE

The optional iFit Live module allows your console to communicate with your wireless network and unlocks exciting new features. For example, you can download personalized workouts, create your own workouts, track your workout results, and access many other features on the iFit Live website. To purchase an iFit

Live module at any time, go to www.iFit.com or call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual.

To select the iFit training mode, insert the iFit Live module into the console. Press the Menu button and then press the Increase and Decrease buttons next to the Enter button and highlight IFIT TRAINING. Then, press the Enter button.

For more information about the iFit training mode, go to www.iFit.com. Note: To use the iFit Live module, you must have access to a computer with an internet connection and a USB port. You must also have your own wireless network including an 802.11b router with

SSID broadcast enabled (hidden networks are not supported). You will also need an iFit.com membership.

HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM

To play music or audio books through the console sound system while you exercise, plug the included audio cable into the jack on the console and into a jack on your MP3 player or CD player; make sure

that the audio cable is fully plugged in.

Next, press the play button on your MP3 player or CD player. Adjust the volume level using the volume control on your MP3 player or CD player or press the

Volume Increase and Decrease buttons on the console.

HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION MODE

The console features an information mode that allows you to view usage information for the exercise bike, select a unit of measurement for the console, and adjust the contrast level of the display.

When an iFit Live module is connected to the console, you can also use the information mode to choose an audio setting for the voice of the personal trainer, check the status of the iFit Live module, and check for downloads.

1. Select the information mode.

To select the information mode, press and hold down the Display button for a few seconds until the information mode appears in the display.

2. View usage information for the exercise bike.

The display will show the total distance that has been pedaled on the exercise bike. The display will also show the total number of hours that the exercise bike has been used.

3. Select a unit of measurement if desired.

The word ENGLISH for English miles or the word

METRIC for metric kilometers will appear in the display to indicate the currently selected unit of measurement.

To change the unit of measurement, press the

Increase and Decrease buttons until the bullet appears next to the word UNITS. Then, press the

Enter button repeatedly to select the desired unit of measurement.

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4. Adjust the contrast level of the display if desired.

The currently selected contrast level will also appear in the display. To change the contrast level, press the Increase and Decrease buttons until the bullet appears next to the word CONTRAST.

Press the Enter button and then press the

Increase and Decrease buttons repeatedly to select the desired contrast level. Press the Enter button again to save your selection.

5. Determine if an iFit Live module is connected to the console.

If an iFit Live module is connected to the console, the display will show the words CHECK WIFI STA-

TUS or CHECK USB STATUS.

If no accessory is connected, the display will show the words NO MODULE DETECTED. If no accessory is connected, go to step 9.

6. Select an audio setting for the voice of the personal trainer if desired.

The currently selected audio setting for the voice of the personal trainer will also appear in the display.

To change the audio setting, press the Increase and Decrease buttons until the bullet appears next to the words TRAINER VOICE. Then, press the

Enter button repeatedly to turn the voice of the personal trainer ON or OFF.

7. Check the status of the iFit Live module if desired.

To check the status of the iFit Live module, press the Increase and Decrease buttons until the bullet appears next to the words CHECK WIFI STATUS or CHECK USB STATUS.

Then, press the Enter button. After a few seconds, the status of the iFit Live module will appear in the display. To exit this display, press and hold down the Display button for a few seconds.

8. Check for downloads if desired.

To check for iFit Live workouts and firmware downloads, press the Increase and Decrease buttons until the bullet appears next to the words CHECK

FOR DOWNLOADS.

Then, press the Enter button. The console will then check for iFit Live workouts and firmware downloads.

9. Exit the information mode.

Press the Display button to exit the information mode.

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