IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in- structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON as- sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
1.Before beginning any exercise program, con- sult your physician. This is especially impor- tant for persons over the age of 35 or persons with
2.It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
3.Use the treadmill only as described.
4.Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at least 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks air open- ings. To protect the floor or carpet from dam- age, place a mat under the treadmill.
5.Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
6.Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
7.Keep children under the age of 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
8.The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 300 lbs. (136 kg).
9.Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
10.Wear appropriate exercise clothes when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes 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, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
11.When connecting the power cord (see page 9), 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.
12.Use only a
meets all of the specifications described on page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local NordicTrack dealer or call the tele- phone number on the front cover of this man- ual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.
13.Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the con- trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys- tem is damaged, the walking belt may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
14.Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- sor away from heated surfaces.
15.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 TROUBLESHOOTING on page 22 if the tread- mill is not working properly.)
16.Read, understand, and test the emergency stop procedure before using the treadmill (see HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 11).
17.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
18.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
19.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.
20.Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, unplug the power cord, and switch the reset/off circuit breaker to the off position when the treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the reset/off circuit breaker.)
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