ProForm 831.297690 User Manual page 3

14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
16. 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.
17. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill over-
heating, do not operate the treadmill continu-
ously for longer than 1 hour.
18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key and move
the on/off switch to the off position when the
treadmill is not in use. (See the drawing on
page 4 for the location of the on/off switch.)
19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 5, and HOW TO MOVE
WARNING:
is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
The decals shown have been placed on your
treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not
legible, please call our Customer Service
Department, toll-free, to order a free replace-
ment decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT
PARTS on the back cover of this manual).
Apply the decal in the location shown.
IMPORTANT: Incline must be at
WARNING
Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
lowest level before
folding treadmill into
storage position.
THE TREADMILL on page 11.) You must be
able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to
raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.
21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
22. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
regularly.
23. Never insert any object into any opening.
24. Always unplug the power cord before per-
forming the maintenance and adjustment pro-
cedures described in this manual. Never re-
move the motor hood unless instructed to do
so by an authorized service representative.
Servicing other than the procedures in this
manual should be performed by an authorized
service representative only.
25. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer-
cial, rental, or institutional setting.
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