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1.5.3
Locomotion Therapy
In rehabilitation, exercise therapy must be medically prescribed. The attending physician and/or
physiotherapist must have a sufficient knowledge of the indications and contraindications.
The indications for treadmill therapy are to be reevaluated prior to each use. The physician/physical
therapist responsible for the patient must always perform a benefit/risk assessment, thus ensuring
that the chosen form of treatment is medically appropriate and reasonable considering the possible
risks.
1.6
Unauthorized Modes of Operation
PPS Series treadmills may only be used for the aforementioned purpose. Any additional uses may
result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
The following restrictions and prohibitions must be strictly adhered to:
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The treadmill may not be used without prior instruction by qualified personnel.
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Animals and children may not use the device or be left near the device unattended
(Exception: see "Application Options for Children" Section 7.3 Page 60).
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The use of the treadmill under the influence of alcohol, drugs and/or narcotics is prohibited.
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The transportation of objects on the treadmill is not allowed.
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The walking surface is not suited for the use of running shoes with spikes or studs.
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It is forbidden to use the treadmill without its side rails or with walking poles.
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The operation of WOODWAY slat belt treadmills outside of the named ambient conditions
in the section "Setup and Installation" (temperature, humidity, air pressure) as well as
outdoors, (i.e. outside of closed rooms) is not allowed.
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For people with health limitations or contraindications (see following section), the use of a
treadmill without prior consultation by a health care professional is prohibited.
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When stepping onto the treadmill, during walking exercises, and when stepping off of the
treadmill, the safety instructions in this manual must be observed. Here, the following
restrictions apply:
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Never jump on the moving belt.
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Never jump off while the device is moving.
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Never jump off of the front.
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Never stop walking when the belt is moving.
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Never turn around when the belt is moving.
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Never walk sideways or backwards.
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Never set the stress level (speed) too high.
