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Important Operating Safety Instructions
WARNING: Failure to observe the following operating instructions can result in serious injury!
1If you are suffering from any illness, condition, or disability which affects your ability to run, walk or exercise, do not use this product without consulting your doctor first.
2If you are suffering from any illness, condition, or disability which affects your ability to run, walk or exercise, do not use this product without supervision present. Failure to do so can result in serious injury should you fall while the treadbelt is moving.
3Failure to leave ample clearance around the treadmill could result in the user becoming trapped between the treadmill and a wall, resulting in burns or other serious injury from the moving treadbelt.
Allow a minimum clearance of 18 inches on each side of the treadmill.
Allow a minimum clearance of 4 feet at the rear of the treadmill.
4Never stand on the treadbelt when starting the treadmill. A sudden start could cause you to lose your balance. Always stand with one foot on each side rail until the belt starts moving.
5Always wear the emergency stop safety strap securely around your wrist while exercising. Failure to do so can result in severe injuries should you accidentally fall while exercising.
6Test the emergency stop safety key on a regular basis by pulling on the cord and ensuring that the treadbelt comes to a complete stop.
7Always remove the safety key from the treadmill when you are through exercising, especially if children are present. This will prevent them from accidentally starting the treadmill.
8Be sure to familiarize yourself with the owner manual. Look it over carefully. Be sure you understand the control panel operation before using the treadmill.