Page 2 - Table of Contents
2 Table of Contents Important Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - Important Precautions
3 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequatelyinformed of all warnings and precautions. 2. Use the treadmill only as described in this ownerÕs guide. 3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not placet...
Page 4 - Save These Instructions
4 The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If one of the decals is missing, or if it is notlegible, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free to order a free replacement decal (see theback cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown. 21. Never drop or i...
Page 5 - Before You Begin
5 Thank you for selecting the new NordicTrackPowerTreadª 1500 treadmill. The PowerTread 1500treadmill combines advanced technology with innova-tive design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardio-vascular exercise in the convenience and privacy ofyour home. And when youÕre not exercising, the un...
Page 6 - Assembly; careful not to overtighten the Screws.
6 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (70) until the Wheels (30) are resting flat on thefloor. Assembly Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Assemblyrequires a phillips screwdriver (not included). 1 70 30 2....
Page 7 - Treadmill Operation
7 Treadmill Operation THE PERFORMANT LUBE TM WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated withPERFORMANT LUBE TM , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or othersubstances to the walking belt or the walking plat-form. Such substances will deteriorate the w...
Page 11 - Plug in the power cord.; Insert the key fully into the console.; Select one of the INCLINE programs.; Follow your progress with the four displays.; HOW TO USE THE INCLINE PROGRAMS
11 The three INCLINEprograms automati-cally control theincline of the tread-mill during yourworkouts. Thegraphs labeled P2,P3, and P4 on theconsole show howthe incline willchange during the HIKER, AEROBIC CROSSTRAINER, and INTERVAL programs. Follow the stepsbelow to use an INCLINE program. Plug in t...
Page 12 - Notes
Page 13 - How to Fold and Move the Treadmill
13 How to Fold and Move the Treadmill HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. Next, unplug the power cord. Caution:You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in orderto raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the trea...
Page 14 - HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE; To decrease the possibility of
14 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left thumb, press the storage latch tothe left. Pivot the treadmill until the frame and foot railsare past the storage latch. 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower...
Page 15 - Maintenance and Trouble-shooting; SYMPTOM: THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE
15 Maintenance and Trouble-shooting Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, call our Customer Service Departmenttoll-free at 1-888-825-2588, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. u...
Page 17 - SYMPTOM: THE DISPLAYS OF THE CONSOLE DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY; Make sure that there is a 1/8Ógap between; Top
17 6. SYMPTOM: THE DISPLAYS OF THE CONSOLE DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY a. Remove the screws from the hood. Carefully remove the hood. Locate the Reed Switch (74) and the Magnet (95) on the left sideof the Pulley (17). Turn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned withthe Reed Switch. Make sure that there...
Page 18 - Conditioning Guidelines; Establish personal fitness goals.; FACTORS IN A SENSIBLE DIET; Pulse; Health; TARGET HEART RATE ZONES
Conditioning Guidelines The following nine steps for designing your exercise program were developed by exercise physiologists atNordicTrack. The actual exercise you perform is only a part of a safe and effective training program. Thereare many other aspects to developing a life-long commitment to ph...
Page 19 - Warm up before you begin.; Inner Thigh StretchÑ; Quadriceps StretchÑ; WEIGHT LOSS TIPS
Warm up before you begin. A warm-up routine prepares your body and mindfor vigorous exercise. It also provides insuranceagainst injury and soreness. Warm up with two tofive minutes of slow exercise, at minimal intensity. Stretch after your warm-up. A pliable, well-stretched muscle is less susceptibl...
Page 20 - Get FIT with the PowerTread 1500.; Cool down after aerobic exercise.
Get FIT with the PowerTread 1500. Effective aerobic exercise has three major parts: frequency , intensity , and time . The acronym "FIT" may help you to remember these three parts: ÒFÓ stands for the frequency of your workouts.Three to five workouts per week are recom- mended. Exercise at le...
Page 21 - WORKOUT TIPS; Heart Rate Intensity; Age
The Health level typically lasts four to six weeks. At this level you should be concerned with slowly improvingyour fitness level and endurance. Take it slowly. Set mini-goals for yourself. You maywant to begin your fitness routine with three or fourshort, 5- or 10-minute workouts in a day. Move on ...
Page 23 - Ordering Replacement Parts
23 Key No. Qty. Description # 1 8Ó Black Wire, 2 Female # 1 4Ó Black Wire, 2 Female # 1 8Ó Wire Harness # 1 14Ó White Wire, 2 Female Key No. Qty. Description # 1 8Ó Blue Wire, 2 Female # 1 8Ó Green Wire, Ring/Female # 1 10Ó Pulse Wire # 1 OwnerÕs Guide # These parts are not illustrated. * Includes a...
Page 26 - Limited Warranty
Part No. 153315 J00312-C R0299A Printed in USA © 1999 Sears, Roebuck and Co. Limited Warranty WHAT IS COVEREDÑThe entire NordicTrack PowerTreadª 1500 (ÒProductÓ) is warranted to be free of all defects inmaterial and workmanship. WHO IS COVEREDÑThe original purchaser or any person receiving the Produ...