Echelon STRIDE-s, Instruction Manual

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10 | IMpOrTanT SaFETY InSTruCTIOnS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont’d.)
• NEVER allow children or pets to play on or around the treadmill during
operation. This helps protect them from injury from moving parts.
• ALWAYS set the treadmill up properly for your specific body type.
• NEVER use the Echelon
®
STRIDE-s when sick or fatigued.
• ALWAYS warm up / stretch before starting exercise.
• 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 handrails.
• NEVER start the treadmill while you are standing on the running belt. After
turning the power on and adjusting the speed control, there may be a
pause before the running belt begins to move. Always stand on the side
rails of the frame until the belt begins to move.
• ALWAYS hold the handrails when initially walking or running on the
treadmill until you are familiar with the use of the treadmill.
• Do not stand or climb on the handrails.
• ALWAYS wear proper attire and footwear that fully covers your feet. Do
not wear loose or dangling clothing while using the treadmill. Long hair
should be tied back or tucked away. Ensure that shoelaces are tucked
into your shoes.
• ALWAYS keep hands away from moving parts and ensure that hands are
safely placed on handlebars during use.
• ALWAYS be cautious when getting on and off the Echelon
®
STRIDE-s.
• ALWAYS wait until the incline is lowered all the way running belt comes to
a complete stop before dismounting.
• NEVER use accessory attachments that have not been recommended by
the manufacturer. Using such attachments may cause injury or damage to
the treadmill and will affect the warranty of the treadmill.
• ALWAYS ensure that the Echelon
®
STRIDE-s is wiped down after each use to
keep it sanitary.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
If any problems arise affecting the performance of the Echelon
®
STRIDE-s,
contact the manufacturer immediately. Always ensure that parts which
undergo wear are checked regularly.
THIS SAFETY INFORMATION AND USER MANUAL
DO NOT REPLACE THE NEED TO BE ALERT AND
TO USE COMMON SENSE WHEN USING THE
ECHELON
®
STRIDE-S!