Taurus IC70 Smart, Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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1.2 Personal Safety
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DANGER
+ Before you start using the equipment, you should consult your physician that this type of
exercise is suitable for you from a health perspective. Particularly aff ected are persons who:
have a hereditary disposition to high blood pressure or heart disease, are over the age of 45,
smoke, have high cholesterol values, are overweight and/or have not exercised regularly in
the past year. If you are under medical treatment that aff ects your heart rate, medical advice
is absolutely essential.
+ Note that excessive training can seriously endanger your health. Please also note that
heart rate monitoring systems can be inaccurate. If you notice any signs of weakness,
nausea, dizziness, pain, shortness of breath, or other abnormal symptoms, stop exercising
immediately and seek advice from your doctor if necessary.
+ Always start your training with low intensity and increase evenly and gently. End your
training with a cool-down phase. If you are unsure, consult your physician.
⚠ WARNING
+ This equipment may not be used by children under the age of 14.
+ Children should not be allowed unsupervised access to the equipment.
+ Persons with disabilities must have a medical license and must be under strict observation
when using the equipment.
+ The equipment is strictly for use by one person at a time.
+ If your equipment provides a safety key, the clip of the safety key must be attached to your
clothing before starting your training. In the event of a fall, the EMERGENCY STOP of the
equipment can be initiated.
+ Keep your hands, feet and other body parts, hair, clothing, jewellery and other objects well
clear of moving parts.
+ During use, wear suitable sports clothing rather than loose or baggy clothing. When wearing
sports shoes, make sure they have suitable soles, preferably made of rubber or other non-
slip materials. Shoes with heels, leather soles, studs or spikes are unsuitable. Never exercise
barefoot.
+ Support yourself with at least one hand on the handlebar when getting on and off the
equipment. Only dismount from the equipment when the pedals have come to a complete
stop.
+ There is a risk of injury from spinning pedals and/or an exposed fl ywheel in the absence
of a freewheel. Never get on or off the equipment when the pedals or the fl ywheel are still
moving. Always make sure that the pedals and the fl ywheel have come to a complete stop.
+ Always use fasteners (e.g. pedal straps, pedal cage, click system) that hold the foot in one
position.
⚠ CAUTION
+ If your equipment needs to be connected to the power supply with a mains cable, make
sure that the cable is not a potential tripping hazard.
+ Make sure that nobody is within the range of motion of the equipment during training so as
not to endanger you or other persons.
+ Be aware that if adjustment devices are left protruding, they may impede the user’s
movement.