IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the fol- lowing Important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately In- formed of all warnings and precautions.
2.Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.
. 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.
. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a garage or covered patio, or near water.
. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
QKeep small children and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
7.The treadmill should be used only by persons weighing 250 pounds or less.
. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
12.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 tread- mill is not working properly. (See BEFORE
YOU BEGIN on page 5 If the treadmill is not working properly.)
13.Wear appropriate exercise attire 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, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
14.Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
15.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed In small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
16.To reduce the possibility of the treadmill over- heating, do not operate the treadmill continu- ously for longer than I hour.
17.Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is
running. Always remove the key when the treadmill is not in use.
9.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 in- cluded) 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.
10.Use only a
11.Keep the power cord and the surge protector away from heated surfaces.
18.Never insert any object into any opening.
19.Inspect and tighten all parts on the treadmill every three months.
20.Always unplug the power cord before perform- ing the maintenance and adjustment proce- dures described in this manual. Servicing other than the procedures in this manual should be performed by an authorized service represen- tative only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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