Personal Safety

•Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear.

•Check the M9.25i before each use. Completely assemble the treadmill before using it.

•Turn OFF (O) and unplug the treadmill when adjusting or working near the rear roller. Do not adjust the running belt when someone is standing on the unit.

•Keep all electrical components, such as the motor, power cord, and ON/OFF (I/O) switch, away from water or other liquids to prevent shock. Do not set anything on the handrail, electronic console, or hood. Never place liquids on any part of the unit.

•Always attach the safety clip to your clothing at waist level prior to beginning your workout. The safety clip is connected by a cord to the magnetic safety key in the electronic console. If you encounter difficulties, you can stop the running belt by pulling on the cord to disengage the magnetic safety key from inside the console. To resume operation, the magnetic safety key must be replaced.

•When the treadmill is not being used, remove the magnetic safety key and store it in a safe place to prevent unauthorized use.

•Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your workout—no loose clothing. Do not wear shoes with heels or leather soles. Check the soles of your shoes and remove any dirt and embedded stones. Tie long hair back.

•Keep all loose clothing and towels away from the running surface. The running belt will not stop immediately if an object becomes caught in the belt or rollers.

•Use care when getting on or off the treadmill. Use the handrails whenever possible. Step onto the running belt when the speed is at or below 1 mile per hour (1.6 kilometers per hour). Never step off the treadmill while the running belt is moving.

•Before the running belt begins moving (prior to your workout), and after it stops (at the end of your workout), straddle the belt by placing your feet firmly on the right and left side platforms.

•Never turn ON the treadmill when someone is standing on the machine.

•Keep your body and head facing forward. Never attempt to turn around on the treadmill when the running belt is moving.

•Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the handrails, electronic console, or hood.

•Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself other than the assembly and maintenance instructions found in this manual.

•Do not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion.

•Stop your workout immediately if you feel any pain or abnormal symptoms, and consult your physician

Precor Heart Rate Option—Safety Guidelines

The Precor Heart Rate Option was created and designed exclusively for Precor products. The equipment is extremely sensitive—you should use the heart rate option with this in mind and take time to read the following guidelines:

•Handle the Precor Heart Rate Option with care. Do not drop the equipment. It might damage the transmitter and you could void the manufacturer’s limited warranty.

•Do not use the chest strap near strong electromagnetic radiation sources. Television sets, electric motors, radios, and high voltage power lines can interfere with the heart rate signal that is being transmitted to the receiver and might affect the heart rate readings that appear on the electronic console.

•Use only one chest strap at a time inside the range of the receiver. If the receiver tries to process several signals simultaneously, an incorrect heart rate reading could result. Be sure to keep any other transmitters at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from the receiver on your M9.25i treadmill.

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