1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
manual.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not
place the treadmill on any surface that blocks
air openings. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not place the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
6. Do not operate the treadmill until it is properly
assembled (see ASSEMBLY on page 6).
7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.
8. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
9. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 350 pounds. Do not allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a
time.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page
9), plug the power cord into grounded circuit
capable of carrying 20 or more amps. No
other appliance should be on the same cir-
cuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Do not use an extension cord. Do not modify
the power cord or use an adaptor to connect
the power cord to an improper receptical.
12. Keep the power cord away from heated sur-
faces.
13. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See TROU-
BLESHOOTING on page 22 if the treadmill is
not working properly.)
14. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
step 3 on page 11).
15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
17. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.
18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is
running. Always remove the key, unplug the
power cord, and move the on/off switch to the
“off” position when the treadmill is not in use.
19. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under it.
20. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening.
21. Make sure to perform all maintenance proce-
dures outlined in this manual. Failure to do so
will void the warranty and may result in dam-
age to the treadmill.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS