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 incline trainer.

1.It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the trainer are adequately in- formed of all warnings and precautions.

2.Use the trainer only as described in this manual.

3.The trainer is intended for in-home use only. Do not use the trainer in any commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

4.Place the trainer on a level surface, with at least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the trainer on any surface that blocks air openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, cover the floor under the trainer.

5.Keep the trainer indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the trainer in a garage or covered patio, or near water.

6.Do not operate the trainer where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.

7.Do not operate the trainer until it is properly assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page 6.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to move the trainer.

8.Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the trainer at all times.

9.The trainer should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 pounds.

10.Never allow more than one person on the trainer at a time.

11.Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the trainer. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the trainer. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women. Always wear athletic shoes. Never use the trainer with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

12.When connecting the power cord (see page 8), 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.

13.Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissi- pation of 450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-999- 3756 and order part number 146148.

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

15.The roller guards must be 1/8 inch from the rear roller (the location of the roller guards is shown on page 5). Unplug the power cord and adjust the roller guards, if necessary.

16.Never move the walking belt while the power is turned off. Do not operate the trainer if the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the trainer is not working properly. (See BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the trainer is not working properly.)

17.Never start the trainer while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the trainer.

18.The trainer is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sud- den jumps in speed.

19.The heart rate monitor is not a medical de- vice. Various factors, including the user's movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The heart rate monitor is in- tended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.

20.Never leave the trainer unattended while it is running. Remove the key, unplug the power cord, and move the on/off switch to the off po- sition when the trainer is not in use. (The loca- tion of the on/off switch is shown on page 5.)

21.Do not change the grade of the trainer by placing objects under the trainer.