Page 2 - Table of Contents; Exploded Drawing
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 userÕs manual. 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. 22. Do not attempt ...
Page 5 - Before You Begin
5 Thank you for selecting the new NordicTrackPowerTreadª 2000 treadmill. The PowerTread 2000treadmill 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 - Next, pivot the lower end of the Handrail down,; push it; With the help of a second person, carefully raise the; Assembly
6 2. Remove the four Screws (43) from the posts on the left and right Uprights (70). Slide the upper end of a Handrail(101) onto the right Upright (70) as shown. Note: It will be necessary to pivot the Handrail to the side and backrepeatedly (see arrow A) while pushing on theHandrail (see arrow B) t...
Page 7 - careful not to overtighten the Screws.
5. Attach a Weight Rack (112) to each Upright (70) with two Screws (43) as shown. Refer to the inset drawing. Insert a 2-lb. Handle (115) andtwo 1-lb. Weights (114) into each Weight Rack (112). 7. Remove the backing from the Wrench Clip (88). Press the Wrench Clip onto the Upright (70) in the indica...
Page 9 - HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE
9 HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE ¥ Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each use. The heart rate monitor is activated when theelectrode areas are wetted and the heart rate moni-tor is put on; the heart rate monitor shuts off when itis removed and the electrode areas are dried. If the...
Page 10 - Operation and Adjustment
10 Operation and Adjustment 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...
Page 13 - If your heart rate is not; CALORIES display; in the program rather than the; SPEED display
13 Adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill asdesired. As you exercise,change the speed ofthe walking belt asdesired by pressing theSPEED buttons. Eachtime one of the buttonsis pressed, the speed will change by 0.1 mph. If oneof the buttons is held down, the speed will changein increments of 0....
Page 14 - Step onto the foot rails and press the STOP button.
14 INCLINE display This display shows thecurrent incline level ofthe treadmill. DISTANCE/LAPS display This display shows thedistance that the walking belt has movedand the number of lapsyou have completed(one lap equals 1/4mile). Every seven seconds, the display will changefrom one number to the oth...
Page 16 - Select a heart rate setting.
16 If the HILL or INTERVAL program isselected, the PULSEdisplay will show themaximum heart rate setting of the program,in beats per minute. The LED matrix will show themaximum heart rate setting as a percentage of your maximumpossibleheart rate. (Your maximumpossibleheart rate is220 minusyour age). ...
Page 17 - Follow your progress with the six displays.; See step 8 on page 13.; Plug in the power cord.; See step 1 on page 12.; Insert the key fully into the console.; See step 2 on page 12.; Select one of the INCLINE programs.
17 Follow your progress with the six displays. See step 8 on page 13. When the program is completed, remove the key from the console. Make sure that the treadmill is at the lowestincline setting. Remove the key from the console. Store the key in a secure place. In addition, pressthe on/off switch to...
Page 18 - Enter your weight if desired.; all incline settings in
Refer to the LED matrix. Each INCLINE program isdivided into one-minute periods. One incline settingis programmed for each period. The incline settingsof the program you haveselected areshown in theLED matrix.The twocolumns onthe left sideof the LEDmatrix will be dark. The first incline setting of t...
Page 20 - Remove the key from the; Select one of the CUSTOM programs.; See step 5 on page 19.; HOW TO USE CUSTOM PROGRAMS; First Speed Setting
20 To stop a CUSTOM program momentarily, press theSTOP button. The displays will pause and the TIME/PACE display will begin to flash. To restart the program, press the START/ENTER button or theSPEED Ò+Ó button. When the program is completed, remove the key from the console. Make sure that the inclin...
Page 22 - How to Fold and Move the Treadmill
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 treadmi...
Page 23 - HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE; Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as; To decrease the possibility of
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 rail arepast the storage latch. 2. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the...
Page 24 - Maintenance and Trouble-shooting; SYMPTOM: THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE
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. unti...
Page 26 - Conditioning Guidelines; Establish personal fitness goals.; target heart rate; FACTORS IN A SENSIBLE DIET; Pulse; Health; TARGET HEART RATE ZONES
Conditioning Guidelines The following 9 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 physi...
Page 27 - Warm up before you begin.; ÑSit with your knees bent; Quadriceps StretchÑ; With one hand against a; Inner Thigh StretchÑ; Sit with the soles of your; 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 28 - Get FIT with the PowerTread 2000.; frequency; Cool down after aerobic exercise.
Get FIT with the PowerTread 2000. 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 29 - 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 30 - Description
Part ListÑModel No. 831.298820 R1298A To find the parts listed below, refer to the Exploded Drawing attached in the center of this userÕs manual. 30 Key No. Qty. Description 1 2 Rear Roller Adj. Bolt 2 1 Front Roller Adj. Bolt 3 2 Pulse Cover Screw 4 1 On/Off Switch 5 1 Storage Latch 6 4 Isolator 7 ...
Page 31 - Ordering Replacement Parts
31 Key No. Qty. Description 105 4 Wheel Spacer 106 4 Motor Bracket Bolt 107 4 Motor Bracket Nut 108 1 Motor Bracket 109 1 Photo Switch Bracket 110 1 Speed Disk 111 1 Bracket Screw 112 2 Weight Rack 113 8 O-Ring 114 4 1-Lb. Weight 115 2 2-Lb. Handle 116 2 Cushion Bushing Key No. Qty. Description 117 ...
Page 34 - Printed in USA © 1998 Sears, Roebuck and Co.; Limited Warranty
Part No. 152502 H04442-C R1298A Printed in USA © 1998 Sears, Roebuck and Co. Limited Warranty WHAT IS COVEREDÑThe entire NordicTrack PowerTreadª 2000 (ÒProductÓ) is warranted to be free of all defects inmaterial and workmanship. WHO IS COVEREDÑThe original purchaser or any person receiving the Produ...