6.Measure your heart rate if desired.
Note: If you use the handgrip pulse sensor and the chest pulse sensor at the same time, the console will not display your heart rate accu- rately. For information about the chest pulse sen- sor, see page 16.
Before using the handgrip
pulse sensor,Contacts remove the
sheets of plas- tic from the metal contacts on the pulse bar. In addi- tion, make sure that your hands are clean.
To measure your heart rate, stand on the foot rails and hold the pulse bar with your palms on the metal contacts for approximately ten seconds; avoid moving your hands. When your pulse is detected, your heart rate will be shown. For the most accurate heart rate reading, continue to hold the contacts for about 15 seconds.
7.Turn on the fan if desired.
The fan features several speed settings. Press the Fan increase or decrease button to select a fan speed or to turn off the fan. Note: If the fan is on when the walking belt is stopped, the fan will turn off automatically after a few minutes.
8.When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console.
Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and adjust the incline of the treadmill to zero per- cent. The incline must be at zero percent or you may damage the treadmill when you fold it to the storage position. Next, remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place.
When you are finished using the treadmill, press the power switch into the off position and unplug the power cord. IMPORTANT: If you do not do this, the treadmillʼs electrical components may wear prematurely.
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