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.

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 oxygen is administered.

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

7.The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds. Never allow more than one person at a time on the tread- mill.

8.Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom- mended for both men and women.

9.Always wear athletic shoes when using the treadmillÑnever use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals. For maximum walking belt life, never use shoes with heavy treads.

10.When connecting the power cord (see page 9), plug the power cord into a surge suppres- sor (not included) and plug the surge sup- pressor 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.

11.Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage

surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge sup- pressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps.

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

13.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.)

14.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt.

15.Always hold the handrails when walking or running on the treadmill.

16.The treadmill is capable of high speeds; ad- just the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

17.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. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca- tion of the on/off switch.)

18.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

19.When operating the treadmill, keep hands and feet from underneath the treadmill.

20.You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

21.When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully engaged.

22.Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months.

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