Precor EFX 576i, Owner'S Manual

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Product Owner's Manual: Important Safety Instructions 3

Do not operate electrically powered equipment in damp or wet
locations.

Never operate this equipment if it has a damaged cord or plug,
if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped, damaged,
or exposed to water. Call for service immediately if any of these
conditions exist.
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Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working condition, as
described in the
Maintenance section of the owner’s manual.
Inspect the equipment for incorrect, worn, or loose components,
and then correct, replace or tighten prior to use.
 If you plan to move the equipment, obtain help and use proper
lifting techniques.
 Equipment Weight Restrictions: Do not use the treadmill if you
weigh more than 500 pounds (225 kg). If you weigh more than
350 pounds (160 kg), do not run on the treadmill. For all other
fitness equipment, the weight limit is 350 pounds (160 kg).

Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as described in
this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not
recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries.

Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
 Do not use outdoors.

Do not attempt to service the equipment yourself, except to
follow the maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual.
 Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep hands away
from moving parts.
 Do not set anything on the stationary handrails, handlebars,
control console, or covers. Place liquids, magazines, and books
in the appropriate receptacles.
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Do not lean on or pull on the console at any time.
CAUTION: DO NOT remove the cover, or you may risk injury due
to electric shock. Read the assembly and maintenance guide
before operating. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Contact Customer Support if the equipment needs servicing. For
use with single phase AC power only.
Educating Users
Take time to educate users about the Important Safety Instructions
found in both the
User Reference Manual and Product Owner’s
Manual . Explain to your club or facility patrons that they should
observe the following precautions:

Hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while assuming the
starting position on the equipment.

Face the console at all times.
 On treadmills, straddle the running belt and attach the safety
clip to clothing at waist level before touching the control
console.
Important
:
For safety, make sure users step onto the running
belt while it is moving at or below 1 mile per hour (1.6
kilometers per hour).
 Hold on to a stationary handrail or handlebar with one hand
whenever you operate the console keys with the other hand.