Important Precautions - NordicTrack SUMMIT 4500 NTTL16902 User Manual

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARN ING:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
1, It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure 12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
that all users of this treadmill are adequately suppressor could result in damage to the con-
informed of all warnings and precautions, trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
2, Use the treadmill only as described in this speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
manual, in a fall and serious injury.
3, Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at 13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not sor away from heated surfaces.
place the treadmill on any surface that blocks
air openings. To protect the floor or carpet 14. Never move the walking belt while the power
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill, is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
4, Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois- treadmill is not working properly. (See
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread-
garage or covered patio, or near water, mill is not working properly.)
5, Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol 15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
products are used or where oxygen is being ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
administered, handrails while using the treadmill.
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets 16. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
away from the treadmill at all times. Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 300 pounds.
8, Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
17. 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
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when ..................
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing that could become caught in the treadmill. 18. Using hand weights and not holding the
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. Always wear athletic
shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 8),
handrails may compromise your ability to
maintain your balance. Ha nd weights should
be used only by experienced users.
19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is run ning. Always remove the key, unplug
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor the power cord and move the on/off switch to
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
the off position when the treadmill is not in
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tion of the on/off switch.)
20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
.......... page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
page 8. To purchase a surge suppressor, see AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 25.) You
your local NordicTrack dealer or call 1-800- must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in
806-3651 and order part number 146148. order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.