6
Safety
Proper Usage
• Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the
manufacturer. It is imperative that KETTLER equipment is used properly to avoid injury.
• Injuries may result if exercising improperly or excessively. It is recommended that all
individuals consult a physician prior to commencing an exercise program. If at any time
during exercise you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain, STOP EXERCISING and consult
your physician.
• Keep body parts (hands, feet, hair, etc.), clothing and jewelry away from moving parts
to avoid injury.
• Follow instructions provided in this manual for correct foot position and basic rowing
techniques.
• For more detailed rowing techniques, please refer to our International website
www.kettlersport.com
Inspection
• DO NOT use or permit use of any equipment that is damaged and/or has worn or broken
parts. For all KETTLER equipment use only replacement parts supplied by KETTLER.
• Cables and Belts pose an extreme liability if used when frayed. Always replace any cable
or Belt at first sign of wear (consult KETTLER if uncertain).
• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
- Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating
equipment as well as to keep your liability to a minimum. Equipment needs to be
inspected at regular intervals.
• Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of
any kind is qualified to do so.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE OR REPAIR ANY ACCESSORY APPROVED FOR USE WITH THE
KETTLEREQUIPMENT WHICH APPEARS TO BE DAMAGED OR WORN.
• Check all Belts, pulleys and bungee cords regularly for signs of wear, and replace if needed.
• Check regularly and follow all instructions for maintenance as specified in this manual.
• Replace immediately any defective parts and do not operate unit until all repairs are
complete.
Operating Warnings
• Keep children away from the equipment. Parents or others supervising children must
provide close supervision of children if the equipment is used in the presence of children.
• Do not allow users to wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry while using equipment. It is
also recommended to have users secure long hair back and up to avoid contact with
moving parts.
• All bystanders must stay clear of all users, moving parts and attached accessories and
components while machine is in operation.
•
WARNING Do not insert fingers into Tank!
•
CAUTION After rowing exercise, please allow the unit to sit for 5 minutes before
standing it up for storage.
•
CAUTION Do not fill past the calibration mark as indicated on the Tank level sticker
or water spillage can occur.
•
WARNING Never operate this Rower without feet properly secured in Footstraps,
or without the sliding portion of the Slider Footplate locked into position!
