Echelon STRIDE 5s, Instruction Manual

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• ALWAYS check the treadmill before use.
• ALWAYS have the safety key firmly attached to an article of clothing when you operating treadmill.
• ALWAYS wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles. DO NOT use this product with heels, leather soles,
cleats or spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles. DO NOT use this product in bare feet.
Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels away from moving parts.
• NEVER use the treadmill if it is not properly/completely assembled or is damaged in any way.
• Do not reach into or underneath the unit, or tip it on its side during operation.
• ONLY one PERSON at a time on the equipment while it is in motion.
• NEVER exceed the weight limit for this treadmill. The weight limit for this treadmill is 300 lbs / 135 kg. Do
not use the Echelon
®
STRIDE 5s if your body weight is in excess of 300 lbs / 135 kg.
• NEVER use Echelon
®
STRIDE 5s when sick or fatigued.
• NEVER exit treadmill while the running belt is in motion.
• NEVER walk or jog backwards on the equipment.
• NEVER change the incline of the equipment by placing objects under it.
• ALWAYS wear proper attire and footwear that fully covers your feet. Long hair should be tied back or tucked
away. Ensure that shoelaces are tucked into your shoes.
• ALWAYS warm up / stretch before starting exercise.
• ALWAYS be cautious when getting on and off the Echelon
®
STRIDE 5s.
• ALWAYS wait until the running belt comes to a complete stop before dismounting. Do not stand or climb
on the handrails.
• ALWAYS keep hands away from moving parts and ensure that hands are safely placed on handlebars
during use.
• NEVER overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you feel faint, dizzy, short of breath, or if you have chest
or other pains, STOP IMMEDIATELY! Consult your physician before using the Echelon
®
STRIDE 5s again.
• ALWAYS ensure that you have a water bottle filled with at least 12 oz. of water and a towel close by to
absorb sweat from your body and the handlebars.
SAFETY INFO AND W
ARNINGS