CHAPTER 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION:
• Health related injuries may result from incorrect or excessive use of exercise equipment.
• Never insert objects into any openings in this product. If an object should drop inside, turn off the power, unplug the
power cord from the outlet and carefully retrieve it. If the item cannot be reached, contact TRUE Customer Service.
• Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit except in the accessory tray or bottle holders. Containers with lids
are recommended.
• Wear shoes with rubber or high traction soles. Do not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Make sure
no stones are embedded in the soles. Do not use this product in bare feet. Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces and towels
away from moving parts.
• Do not reach into or underneath the unit, or tip it on its side during operation.
• Use correct ergonomic positioning while running on equipment.
• Do not allow animals on or near the equipment while in operation.
• Use the side handrails whenever additional stability is required. In case of emergency, such as tripping, the side
handrails should be grabbed and the user should place his/her feet on the side platforms. The front handlebars should
be used to grasp the heart rate sensors or to rest the hand on while operating the activity zone keys, but not for
stability, emergency, or continuous use.
• Do not exceed maximum user weight of 400 lbs (181 kg).
• Do not use if you have a cold or fever.
• When using this exercise machine, basic precautions should always be followed.
• Use this equipment only for its intended use as described in this manual.
• Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Allow only trained personnel to service this equipment.
• Avoid the possibility of bystanders being struck or caught between moving parts by making sure that they are out of
reach of the equipment while it is in motion.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities 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 maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Allow only one person at a time on the equipment while it’s operating.
• It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator to ensure regular and scheduled maintenance is performed.
• To avoid injury stand on the side rails before starting the equipment.
• Avoid exiting equipment while leaving the tread belt in motion.
• Never walk or jog backwards on the equipment.
• Do not change the incline of the equipment by placing objects under it.
• To avoid serious injury, do not touch the incline rack while the equipment is in use.
• To avoid serious injury, do not touch the belt while the equipment is in use.
• Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• See Grounding Instructions.
• On the machine power switch, the “1” means that the machine power is switched “ON” and the “0” means the
machine power is switched “OFF”.
• Before servicing the motor area or removing the motor cover, please contact TRUE service.
• Do not place hand near the running belt when the unit is in operation.
• To avoid serious injury, remove and store the power cord when the machine is not in use.
• Noise emission under load is higher than without load.
• A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the trainer’s ear: 67dBA.
