IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
1.It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
2.Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.
3.Place the treadmill on a level surface, with eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill. Do not place objects under the treadmill to change the incline.
4.Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
5.Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
6.Keep children under age 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
7.The treadmill should be used only by per- sons weighing 250 pounds or less. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
8.When connecting the power cord (see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 7), plug the power cord into a surge protector (not included) and plug the surge protector into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on the same circuit.
9.Use only a
10.Keep the power cord and the surge protector away from heated surfaces.
11.Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the treadmill is not working properly. (See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the tread- mill is not working properly.)
12.Wear appropriate exercise attire when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women. Always wear ath- letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
13.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt.
14.Always hold the handrails while exercising on the treadmill.
15.Adjust the speed in small increments.
16.To reduce the possibility of the treadmill overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for longer than 1 hour.
17.Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key when the treadmill is not in use.
18.Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months.
19.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
20.Always unplug the power cord before per- forming the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representa- tive. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service representative only.
21.This treadmill is intended for
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