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 place the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
5.Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
6.Keep small children and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
7.The treadmill should be used only by per- sons weighing 250 pounds or less. Do not allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
8.When connecting the power cord (see HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 7), plug the power cord into a surge protector (not included) and plug the surge protector into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance should be on the same circuit.
9.Use only a
15 amps, with a
10.Keep the power cord and the surge protector
away from heated surfaces.
11. 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 4 if the treadmill is not working properly.)
12.Wear appropriate clothing when using the treadmill; do not wear loose clothing that
could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both
men and women. Always wear athletic shoes; never use the treadmill with bare feet, wear-
ing only stockings, or in sandals.
13.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
14.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
15.To reduce the possibility of the treadmill overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for longer than 1 hour.
16.The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move- ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.
17. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key and move the on/off switch to the “off” position when the treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing
on page 4 for the location of the on/off switch.)
18.You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
19.When storing or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
20.Never insert any object into any opening.
21.Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months.
22.Always unplug the power cord before per- forming the maintenance and adjustment procedures described in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representa- tive. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an au- thorized service representative only.
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