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Please read these instructions carefully prior to carrying out assembly and using for the first time. They contain infor-
mation which is important for your safety as well as for the use and maintenance of the appliance. Keep these instruc-
tions in a safe place for reference purposes, maintenance work and to assist you when ordering spare parts.
– EN – Important Instructions
Handling the equipment
ATTENTION!
It is not recommended to use or store the appa-
ratus in a damp room as this may cause it to rust. Please ensure
that no part of the machine comes in contact with liquids (drinks,
perspiration etc.). This may cause corrosion.
• Before using the equipment for exercise, check carefully to
ensure that it has been correctly assembled.
• Before beginning your first training session, familiarize yourself
thoroughly with all the functions and settings of the unit.
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• The machine is designed for use by adults and children should
not be allowed to play with it. Children at play behave unpre-
dictably and dangerous situations may occur for which the
manufacturer cannot be held liable. If, in spite of this, children
are allowed to use the equipment, ensure that they are instructed
in its proper use and supervised accordingly.
• A slight production of noise at the bearing of the centrifugal mass
is due to the construction and has no negative effect upon ope-
ration. Possibly occurring noise during reverse pedalling result
from engineering and are absolutely safe.
For Your Safety
RISK!
Instruct people using the equipment (in particular children)
on possible sources of danger during exercising.
RISK!
While assembly of the product keep off children’s reach
(Choking hazard - contains small parts).
RISK! You must remove the mains adapter when per-
forming all repair, maintenance and cleaning work.
RISK!
Heart rate monitoring systems can be imprecise. Excessive
training may lead to serious health damage or death. If you feel
giddy or weak, please stop the training immediately.
WARNING!
The training device should be used only for its
intended purpose, i.e. for physical exercise by adult people.
WARNING!
Any other use of the equipment is prohibited
and may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage or injury caused by improper use of the equipment.
WARNING!
Before beginning your program of training, study
the instructions for training carefully.
WARNING!
All electric appliances emit electromagnetic
radiation when in operation. Please do not leave especially
radiation-intensive appliances (e.g. mobile telephones) directly
next to the cockpit or the electronic controlsystem as otherwise
values displayed might be distorted (e.g. pulse measurement.
WARNING!
Ensure that the power cable is not pinched and
that no-one can trip over it.
WARNING!
This training device is for home use only.
• The device requires a supply voltage of 230V, 50 Hz.
Connect the power cord with a protective contact socket.
• The training appliance must only be used with the appropriate
Kettler-made power-pack.
• Do not use a multiple power socket for the running belt. If an
extension cable is being used, ensure that it complies with the
VDE regulations.
• Unplug the power cord of the device from the socket if not used
for a longer period.
• Exercise has been designed in accordance with the latest stan-
dards of safety. Any features which may have been a possible
cause of injury have been avoided or made as safe as possible.
• Incorrect repairs and structural modifications (e.g. removal or
replacement of original parts) may endanger the safety of the
user.
• Damaged components may endanger your safety or reduce the
lifetime of the equipment. For this reason, worn or damaged parts
should be replaced
immediately and the equipment taken out
of use until this has been done. Use only original KETTLER spare
parts.
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• If the equipment is in regular use, check all its components tho-
roughly every 1 -2 months. Pay particular attention to the
tightness of bolts and nuts.This applies especially to the securing
bolts for saddle and handelbars.
• To ensure that the safety level is kept to the highest possible-
standard, determined by its construction, this product should be
serviced regulary (once a year) by specialist retailers.
• Before beginning your program of exercise, consult your doctor
to ensure that you are fit enough to use the equipment. Base your
program of exercise on the advice given by your doctor. Incorrect
or excessive exercise may damage your health!
• Any interference with parts of the product that are not des-
cribed within the manual may cause damage, or endanger the
person using this machine. Extensive repairs must only be carried
out by KETTLER service staff or qualified personnel trained by
KETTLER.
• Our products are subject to a constant innovative quality assu-
rance. We reserve the right to perform technical modifications.
• In case of enquiry, please contact your KETTLER dealer.
• In choosing the location of the apparatus, ensure a sufficient safety
distance from any obstacles. The apparatus must not be mounted
in the immediate vicinity of main passageways (paths, doorways,
corridors).
The safety distance surrounding must extend at least
1 meter further than the practice area.
• The training machine must be positioned on a horizontal, stable
surface.
• For a comfortable training position please adjust the handlebar
andsaddle position to your body height.
• When mounting the product please take the recommended
torque information into account (M = xx Nm).
• The exercise cycle complies with the DIN EN 20957-1/DIN EN
20957-5, class HB. It is therefore unsuitable for therapeutic
use. Please note that Training Devices in Classes B and C are
not high-precision.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 14 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capa-
bilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user main-
tenance shall not be made by children without supervision