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Strength
Atlas 200/201
CHAPTER 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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F
ACILITY
AND
U
SER
S
AFETY
P
RECAUTIONS
1.
Review and understand all of the warning labels affixed to this machine and on the facility
safety sign.
2.
Be certain that the machine operation is understood before it is used. Refer to the
instructional
p
rocedure
l
abel affixed to the machine.
3.
Make sure all users are properly trained on how to use this equipment. If this machine is
being used in a commercial setting, end users may not have access to this
o
wners
m
anual. It
is
the responsibility of the facility to instruct users as to the proper usage of the equipment as
well
as making them aware of potential hazards. Maximum user weight is 300 lbs (136 kg)
unless
otherwise stated in the manual
.
4.
Use each machine only for the intended exercise. Do not allow anyone to invent exercises not
included on the
i
nstructional
p
rocedure
l
abel or the
i
ntended
u
se Label.
5.
Do not modify the machine.
6.
This equipment meets industry safety standards for stability when used for the intended
exercise. Do not allow straps, resistance bands or other means to be attached to the
framework
of this machine to perform stretching or body weight exercises. This can result in
machine
instability and lead to serious crushing injuries.
7.
Keep children away from this equipment. Adults should closely supervise use by teenagers.
8.
It is recommended that users receive a thorough medical exam before commencing an
exercise program. All medical issues should be reviewed to ensure that weight training will
not
aggravate pre-existing medical conditions.
9.
If the machine appears damaged or inoperable, contact a facility staff member to place an
“OUT OF ORDER, DO NOT USE” sign on the machine until it is repaired. Only use
TRUE
supplied replacement components to service this machine.
10.
Instruct users not to wear loose or dangling clothes or have headphone wires hanging
when
using this equipment.
11.
Do not attempt to free any jammed assemblies by yourself as this may cause injury.
12.
On Plate Loaded and Free Weight machines:
12a. Use
of spotter(s). Instruct users to seek the advice of the facility staff as to the
appropriate use of spotters when lifting. More than one spotter may be
required
depending upon the amount of weight being lifted.
12b. Instruct users to load weight plates evenly and carefully to avoid tipping equipment
and crushing injuries.
12c. If the machine is equipped with safety stops or catches, inspect them and verify their
proper operation before use and make sure they are securely in place before using or
exiting the machine. Be certain members are instructed on how to operate and adjust
all safety mechanisms.
S
AFETY
