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SECTION 3: OPERATING THE ALTERG ANTI-GRAVITY
TREADMILL
Powering Up
The Anti-Gravity Treadmill is turned on by pressing the button located in the upper right hand
corner of the touch screen display. This will power the machine up and load the software. As the
software loads, avoid touching the screen, as this may interfere with the boot-up process.
The system uses a screen saver. If the screen is blank but the green LED light next to the
power button is on, the system is in sleep mode. Simply touch the screen and the system will
come to life.
Note: As you become familiar with the machine, you may find yourself zipped in and ready to go
prior to turning it on. If you operate the treadmill in this manner, make sure you are not standing
on the treadmill belt during boot-up. If you inadvertently put weight on the belt during boot-up
you will receive an error message to that effect. Place a foot on either side of the belt (on the
side rails) during boot-up to avoid this problem.
Once you see the “Welcome to the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill” screen you are ready to begin.
Putting on the Shorts
Your Anti-Gravity Treadmill comes with customized neoprene
compression shorts that ensure an airtight seal in the enclosure. It is
recommended that you put the shorts on before you step into the
machine. Once you are in the Anti-Gravity Treadmill the seal is
completed by zipping the shorts and the enclosure together. The
zipper provides a means of quickly attaching and detaching yourself
from the enclosure, simplifies hygiene, and provides for a custom fit for
users of all sizes.
The neoprene compression shorts form a reliable and comfortable seal
between your body and the lifting enclosure of the treadmill. The shorts
are of a similar design and material as those worn by many
professional athletes. Select a short size that is snug but not
uncomfortable, and make certain the tag is at your back and on the
inside of the shorts. It is advisable that you wear a pair of running shorts or tights under the
shorts as this prevents bunching and makes for a more comfortable fit.
Stepping Into the Anti-Gravity Treadmill
Once you have your shorts on, you are ready to enter the Anti-Gravity Treadmill.
CAUTION: Before stepping onto the treadmill running surface, ensure that the safety
magnet is in place on the console. If it is not in place, the treadmill assumes there is
a safety problem and disengages the running surface, allowing it to freewheel. This
may present a slip hazard should you step on the movable surface.
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