IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sus- tained by or through the use of this product.
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.Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over age 35 or persons with
3.Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.
4.The treadmill is intended for home use only. Do not use the treadmill in any commercial, rental, or institutional setting.
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.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 openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
7.Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being administered.
8.Keep children under age 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
9.The treadmill should be used only by per- sons weighing 275 lbs. (125 kg) or less.
10.Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
11.Wear appropriate exercise clothes while using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom- mended for both men and women. Always wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
12.Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor (not included), and plug the surge suppres- sor into an appropriate outlet (see page 9). To avoid overloading the circuit, do not plug other electrical devices, except for
13.Use only a surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local WESLO dealer, call the telephone number on the front cover of this manual, or see your local electronics store.
14.Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may slow, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
15.Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- sor away from heated surfaces.
16.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 16 if the tread- mill is not working properly.)
17.Read, understand, and test the emergency stop procedure before using the treadmill (see HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 11).
18.Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.
19.The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.
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