Getting Started; Important Safety Instructions - Life Fitness PLATINUM CLUB Series Assembly Instructions Manual

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Getting Started

1.1 Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using the LIFE FITNESS treadmill.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug Life Fitness products before cleaning or
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attempting any maintenance activity.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury, it is imperative to connect each product to
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a properly grounded electrical outlet.
WARNING: Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Over exercising may result in serious injury or
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death. If you feel faint, stop exercising immediately.
WARNING: Keep the area 6.5 ft. (2 m) by 3 ft. (0.9 m) behind the Life Fitness treadmill clear of any obstructions,
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including walls, furniture, and other equipment.
WARNING: Be sure the emergency stop lanyard is clipped to the user and in proper position on the treadmill
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before beginning any workout.
WARNING: The belt centering adjustment must be performed if the belt is not between the marks indicating
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the maximum allowed lateral positions. Refer to Section 2.
CAUTION: Risk of injury to persons – to avoid injury, use extreme caution when stepping onto or off of a mov-
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ing belt. Read instruction manual before using.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Crystalline Silica, which is known to the
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State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov"
To disconnect, turn power OFF at the ON/OFF switch, then remove plug from electrical outlet.
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Never operate a Life Fitness product if it has a damaged power cord or electrical plug, or if it has been
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dropped, damaged, or even partially immersed in water. Contact Life Fitness Customer Support Services.
Position the product so that the power cord plug to the wall is accessible to the user.
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If the electrical supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service agent,
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or a similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
Always follow the console instructions for proper operation.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
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capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge unless they have supervision or been given instruction con-
cerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not use this product outdoors, near swimming pools or in areas of high humidity.
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Never operate a Life Fitness product with the air openings blocked. Keep air openings free of lint, hair, or any
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other obstructing material.
Never insert objects into any opening in these products. If an object should drop inside, turn off the power,
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unplug the power cord from the outlet, and carefully retrieve it. If the item cannot be reached, contact Life Fit-
ness Customer Support Services.
Never place liquids of any type directly on the unit, except in an accessory tray or holder. Containers with lids
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are recommended.
Do not use these products in bare feet. Always wear shoes. Wear shoes with rubber or high-traction soles. Do
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not use shoes with heels, leather soles, cleats or spikes. Make sure no stones are embedded in the soles.
Keep all loose clothing, shoelaces, and towels away from moving parts.
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Do not reach into, or underneath, the unit or tip it on its side during operation.
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Do not allow other people to interfere in any way with the user or equipment during a workout.
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