Important Precautions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precations and in- structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. Sears as- sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

1.Before beginning any exercise program, con- sult your physician. This is especially impor- tant for persons over age 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.

2.It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.

3.Use the treadmill only as described.

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.Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side. 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.

6.Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.

7.Keep children under age 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.

8.The treadmill should be used only by per- sons weighing 300 lbs. (136 kg) or less.

9.Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.

10.Wear appropriate exercise clothes while us- ing the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes 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.

11.When connecting the power cord (see page 13), plug the power cord into a surge sup- pressor (not included) and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appli-

ance should be on the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.

12.Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 13. To purchase a surge suppres- sor, see your local Sears store or call the telephone number on the back cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.

13.Failure to use a properly-functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may slow, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

14.Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- sor away from heated surfaces.

15.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 TROU- BLESHOOTING on page 20 if the treadmill is not working properly.)

16.Read, understand, and test the emergency stop procedure before using the treadmill (see

HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 15).

17.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails or upper body arms while using the treadmill.

18.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Ad- just the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

19.The heart rate monitor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user’s movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The heart rate monitor is in- tended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.