Operations; Getting Started - Nautilus T618 Owner's Manual

OPERATIONS

What to Wear
How Often Should You Exercise
Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again.
Use the values calculated or measured by the machine's computer for reference purposes only. The heart
rate displayed on the console is an approximation and should be used for reference only.
• 3 times a week for 30 minutes each day.
• Schedule workouts in advance and try to follow the schedule.
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Getting Started

Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again.
Use the values calculated or measured by the machine's computer for reference purposes only.
Place the machine on a clean, hard, level surface, free from unwanted material or other objects that may
Be sure that the workout space you are utilizing has adequate height clearance, taking into consideration
the height of the user and the maximum incline of the deck.
necessary, refer to the "Aligning the Walking Belt" Procedure in the Maintenance section of this manual.
The edges of the Walking Belt should be under the Side Foot Support Rails. If an edge of the Walking Belt
can be viewed do not operate the machine. Adjust the Walking Belt until the edges are not viewable and are
below the Side Foot Support Rails. Refer to the Aligning the Walking Belt Procedure.
Note: This machine is for home use only.
3. Connect the Power Cord to a correctly grounded AC wall outlet.
Do not step on the power cord and plug.
Note: The machine is designed to plug directly into a properly wired and grounded three prong 120V outlet.
4. If you use the Remote Heart Rate Monitor, follow the Chest Strap directions.
5. Switch on the power. Power is now supplied to the machine.
6. Straddle the walking belt and stand on the Side Foot Support Platforms. Put the Safety Key into the Safety Key Port
and clip the Safety Key cord to your clothing.
Care should be used when mounting or dismounting the machine.
Note:
• Always attach the Safety Key Clip to your clothing during workouts.
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