BH X8 ELLIPTICAL
BH Fitness • 20155 Ellipse • Foothill Ranch • CA • 92610
www.bhnorthamerica.com • Phone 949-206-8152 • Fax 949-206-0013
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SECTION 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using the elliptical.
User Safety
1. Users should pass a full medical examination before they begin an exercise program. Work at the
recommended exercise level. Do not over exert yourself. If you feel any pain or discomfort, stop
exercising immediately and consult your doctor.
2. Before exercising calculate your maximum heart rate using the formula on page 31.
3. Do warm up stretching exercises before using the unit.
4. Verify that all of the parts are attached and that the nuts, bolts, pedals and bar are correctly tightened
before use. Verify that there are not any cracks or sharp edges.
5. Do not wear loose clothing or high heels. Tie up shoe laces.
6. The maximum weight of a user is 375 pounds (170 Kg).
7. Keep hands away from moving parts.
8. Supervise children, invalids or disabled persons at all times. Children are curious and vulnerable to
accidents. Do not use the unit as a toy. Disabled people should not use the exercise equipment
without the assistance of a qualified person or doctor. Keep pets away from unit.
9. The owner is responsible for explaining safety instructions to each user.
10. The unit can only be used by one person at a time.
Unit Safety
1. For safety, maintain a minimum clearance around the unit. Maintain 18 inches on the front and on
each side of the unit plus 24 inches at the rear of the unit.
2. Install and use the unit on a flat, stable surface, with some type of protection for the floor or carpet. Do
not place it alongside walls or furniture. Check the unit before each use.
3. Please read all of the instructions before assembling or using this unit.
4. Do not place sharp objects near the exercise equipment.
5. Do not use the exercise equipment if it is not working correctly.
6. Do not lean against the computer console.