Operations; Getting Started - Nautilus T618 Owner's Manual

What to Wear
Wear rubber-soled athletic shoes. You will need the appropriate clothes for exercise that allow you to move freely.
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.
• Consider doing some warm-up stretches, which will help prepare your body, before your workouts.

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
hamper your ability to move freely with a sufficient clear workout area. A rubber mat below the machine is
recommended to prevent electrostatic discharge and protect your floor.
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.
1. W ith the fitness machine in your workout area, inspect the walking belt to make sure it is centered and aligned. If
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.
2. E xamine below the walking belt for any objects. Be sure it is clear below the machine.
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 / earthed 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.
To prevent injury, stand on the Foot Platforms before you start the machine or end a workout. Do not
dismount the machine by standing on the moving Walking Belts and exiting off the rear of the unit (or
machine).
• Examine the Safety Key and be sure it is connected to the Console correctly.
Note: if the Safety Key is not installed, the machine will allow the User to perform all activities except to activate the
Walking Belt. The Console will display the reminder to insert the Safety Key ( " + SAFETY KEY" ).

OPERATIONS

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