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 the 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 at least 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.
4.Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- ture and dust. Do not place 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.Do not operate the treadmill until it is properly assembled (see ASSEMBLY on page 6).
7.Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the treadmill regularly.
8.Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
9.The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds. Do not allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
10.When connecting the power cord (see page 9), plug the power cord into a surge suppressor (not included) and plug the surge suppressor into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11.Use only a
12.Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con- trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys- tem is damaged, the walking belt may change speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
13.Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- sor away from heated surfaces.
14.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 BE- FORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the treadmill is not working properly.)
15.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
16.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
17.The pulse sensors are not medical devices. Various factors, including the user's move- ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensors are intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in general.
18.Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord, and move the on/off switch to the off position when the treadmill is not in use.
19.Do not change the incline of the treadmill by placing objects under it.
20.When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an electronic “chirping” sound will alert you when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change. Always listen for the “chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in- cline changes. In some instances, the speed and/or incline may change before the per- sonal trainer describes the change.
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