The number one thing you must be looking for after your brand new NordicTrack ACT elliptical has just arrived, or after you disassemble a NordicTrack elliptical to move it into your new place, is how to assemble this elliptical together.
Well, let’s jump into today’s step by step guide to NordicTrack ACT elliptical assembly. As well as what tools to make sure you have before you start the assembling process.
Without further ado, let’s get right into it!
Tools Needed To Assemble NordicTrack ACT Elliptical
The first step before you start the elliptical assembling process is to gather all the necessary tools.
You don’t want to go through with one step, then realize that something is lacking.
In order to assemble a NordicTrack ACT Elliptical machine, you are going to need the following tools:
- Phillips head screwdriver.
- 6MM Allen Wrenches.
- Hammer.
- Pliers.
- Box Cutter.
- Socket.
In addition to the required tool, a second person to assist you through the assembling process is also going to be necessary here.
The assembling process is definitely a two-person job, so make sure you have a friend or your partner as an assistance in order to safely and successfully put the machine together.
NordicTrack ACT Elliptical Assembly – Step By Step Guide
Before you start the ACT assembling process, select the area where you are going to set up and operate your machine. The location must be on a hard, level surface.
Also be sure that the workout space you are utilizing has adequate height clearance, taking into consideration the height of the user and the maximum incline of the elliptical machine fully engaged.
Head to my.nordictrack.com on your computer and register your product.
This will activate your warranty and ensure priority customer support if assistance is ever needed.
If you do not have internet access, call Customer Care and register your product.
First remove the four screws and the four shipping brackets from the Frame and discard them.
Then, tighten the four Leveling Feet into the underside of the Frame.
Step 1: Attach the upright
After you identify the Frame Cover, slide it onto the Frame, then press the posts on the Frame Cover into the indicated holes in the Frame.
While a second person holds the Upright near the Frame, connect the Upper Wire Harness to the Lower Wire Harness.
Step 2: Install the upright cover
While your assistance holds the Right Upright Cover near the Upright, tie the indicated wire tie to the Extension Wire.
Next, pull the other end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the Upright.
Now attach the Left and Right Upright Covers around the Upright with four M4 x30mm Screws.
Then, insert the Clip onto the underside of the Left and Right Upright Covers.
Step 3: Install the handrails
Start by identifying the the Right Handrail, which is marked with an “R” on the underside.
While a second person holds the Right Handrail near the Upright, tie the indicated wire tie to the Right Heart Rate Wire. Then, pull the other end of the wire tie upward out of the top of the Upright.
Insert the lower end of the Right Handrail into the opening between the Right Outer Shield and the Right Inner Shield.
Attach the Right Handrail to the Upright with four M8 x 13mm Screws and four M8 Split Washers. Do not tighten the Screws yet.
Attach the Left Handrail in the same way.
Next, attach the Right Handrail to the Frame with three M10 x 20mm Screws. Do not tighten the Screws yet.
Attach the Left Handrail in the same way.
Next, attach the Upright with four M10 x 20mm Screws and four M10 Split Washers.
Step 4: Install the handlebar legs
Using a small plastic bag to keep your fingers clean, apply a generous amount of the included grease to the right axle on the Upright.
Next, identify the Right Handlebar Leg, which is marked with an “R” sticker, and slide it onto the axle on the Upright.
Attach the Right Handlebar Leg with an M10 x 20mm Screw and an M10 Washer.
Attach the Left Handlebar Leg in the same way.
Step 5: Install the pedal arms
After you identify the Right Pedal Arm and the Right Pedal, attach the Right Pedal and the Right Pedal Insert to the Right Pedal Arm with six M6 x 12mm Screws.
Attach the Left Pedal and the Left Pedal Insert to the Left Pedal Arm in the same way
Next, apply a small amount of grease to the axle on the Left Pedal Arm.
Then, insert the Left Pedal Arm into the Left Handlebar Leg. Attach the Left Pedal Arm with an M10 x 20mm Screw, a Pedal Axle Cover, and an M10 Washer.
Attach the Right Pedal Arm in the same way.
Apply a small amount of grease to the axle on the Left Pedal Arm Bracket.
Attach the left Pedal Leg to the Left Pedal Arm Bracket with two M10 x 20mm Screws and two M10 Split Washers.
Attach the right Pedal Leg in the same way.
Step 6: Install the handlebars
Attach the Right Handlebar to the Upright with three M8 x 25mm Flat Screws.
Then, slide a Handlebar Cover onto the Right Handlebar and attach it with three M4 x 16mm Screws.
Attach the Left Handlebar in the same way.
Step 7: Install the console
While a second person holds the Console near the Upright, connect the four wires on the Console to the Upper Wire Harness, the two Heart Rate Wires, and the Receiver Wire.
Insert the excess wire into the Upright.
Next, attach the Console to the Upright with four M4 x 16mm Screws.
Step 8: Install the large rail cover
Press the Right Large Rail Cover into the Right Outer Shield.
Next, identify the Right Small Rail Cover, and orient it as shown. Press the Right Small Rail Cover into the Right Large Rail Cover and into the Right Outer Shield.
Attach the Left Large and Small Rail Covers in the same way.
After you finish with the assembling process. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the elliptical.
Next, turn on your NordicTrack elliptical and test it out by running on it for a few moments before use to make sure everything is working properly.
Conclusion
The assembling process of a NordicTrack ACT elliptical is not complicated, but it does require some time and patience.
It usually takes 60-to-90 minutes to assemble the ACT elliptical machine.
The process has been broken down into easy to follow steps in order to safely and successfully start using your NordicTrack cross trainer.
Step 1: Install the upright
Step 2: Install the upright cover
Step 3: Install the handrails
Step 4: Install the handlebar legs
Step 5: Install the pedal arms
Step 6: Install the handlebars
Step 7: Install the console
Step 8: Install the large rail cover
Make sure to lubricate NordicTrack elliptical machine moving parts to get things running smoothly.
