INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

ASSEMBLY

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations on choosing your treadmill! You’ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program! Your treadmill is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals. Regular use of your treadmill can improve the quality of your life in so many ways.

Here are just a few of the health benefits of exercise:

Weight Loss

A Healthier Heart

Improved Muscle Tone

Increased Daily Energy Levels

The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit. Your new treadmill will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising. Inclement weather and darkness won't interfere with your workout when you use your treadmill in the comfort of your home. This guide provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new machine.

PROPER USAGE

Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds. Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in small increments to reach a higher speed level. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. When not in use, remove the safety key, turn the on/off switch to off and unplug the power cord. Make sure to follow the MAINTENANCE schedule located on page 29 in this manual. Keep your body and head facing forward. Do not attempt to turn around or look backwards while the treadmill is running. Stop your workout immediately if you feel pain, faint, dizzy or are short of breath.

 

 

Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged. If the

 

WARNING

 

treadmill appears to not be working properly, do not use the treadmill.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION

ASSEMBLY

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

LOCATION OF THE TREADMILL

Place the treadmill on a level surface. There should be 6 feet of clearance behind the treadmill, 3 feet on each side and one foot in front for folding and the power cord. Do not place the treadmill in any area that will block any vent or air openings. The treadmill should not be located in a garage, covered patio, near water or outdoors.

1 foot

Firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill. Carefully lift the end of the treadmill deck into the upright position until the foot lock latch engages and securely locks the deck into position. Make sure the deck is securely latched before letting go. To unfold, firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill. Gently press down on the foot lock latch with your foot until the lock latch disengages. Carefully lower the deck to the ground.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

TREADMILL OPERATION

WARNING

DO NOT STAND ON THE BELT

While you are preparing to use the treadmill, do not stand on the belt. Place your feet on the side rails before starting the treadmill. Start walking on the belt only after the belt has begun to move. Never start the treadmill at a fast running speed and attempt to jump on!

3 feet

3 feet

6 feet

MOVING

Your treadmill has transport wheels built into the frame. To move, make sure the treadmill is folded and securely latched. To unlock wheels, push down on the top lever of the rear wheel locks located on the rear corners of the base frame. Then firmly grasp the handlebars, and slowly move the treadmill. After moving to the desired location, push down on the bottom

TREADMILL OPERATION

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LEVELING

The treadmill should be level for optimum use. Once you have placed the treadmill where you intend to use it, raise or lower the adjustable levelers located on the treadmill base frame. Once you have leveled the treadmill, lock the levelers in place by tightening the nuts against the frame. To assure the treadmill is level, a carpenter’s level is recommended.

SAFETY KEY

Your treadmill will not start unless the safety key is placed in position. Attach the clip end securely to your clothing. This safety key is designed to cut the power to the treadmill if you should fall. Check the operation of the safety key every 2 weeks.

NEVER USE THE TREADMILL WITHOUT SECURING THE SAFETY KEY CLIP TO

WARNING YOUR CLOTHING. PULL ON THE SAFETY KEY CLIP FIRST TO MAKE SURE IT WILL NOT COME OFF YOUR CLOTHING.

lever of the rear wheel locks to lock the rear wheels.

WHEEL LOCKS

 

NOTE: Both rear wheel locks must be locked before using the treadmill.

 

 

Our treadmills are heavy, use care and additional help if necessary when

 

WARNING

 

moving. Do not attempt to move or transport treadmill unless it is in the

 

 

upright, folded position with the lock latch secured. Do not attempt to

 

 

disassemble machine and transport. Failure to follow these instructions

 

 

could result in injury.

 

 

 

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