Important Precautions - NordicTrack T5.7 NTL61011.1 User Manual

iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
A WARNING: Toreduce the .skofserious injury, read a . important preoat ons and
structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. ICON as-
sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of
this product.
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Before beginning any exercise program, con-
suit your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over age 35 or persons with
pre-existing health problems.
it is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
Use the treadmill only as described.
Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
Place the treadmill on a level surface, with
at least 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it
and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side. Do not place
the treadmill on any surface that blocks air
openings. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
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of carrying 15 or more amps. No other appli-
ance should be on the same circuit. Do not
use an extension cord.
Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor
that meets all of the specifications described
on page 14. To purchase a surge suppressor,
see your local NORDICTRACK dealer or call
the telephone number on the front cover of
this manual and order part number 146148,
or see your local electronics store.
Failure to use a properly-functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the
control system of the treadmill, if the control
system is damaged, the walking belt may
slow, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which
may result in a fall and serious injury.
Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
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Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the treadmill at all times.
15. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See TROU-
BLESHOOTING on page 23 if the treadmill is
not working propermy.)
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The treadmill should be used only by per-
sons weighing 325 Ibs. (147 kg) or less.
Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
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Wear appropriate exercise clothes while us-
ing the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill. 18.
Athletic support clothes are recommended
for both men and women. Always wear ath-
letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals. 19.
When connecting the power cord (see page
14), plug the power cord into a surge sup-
pressor (not included) and plug the surge
suppressor into a grounded circuit capable
Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16).
Never start the treadmill while you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Ad-
just the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
The heart rate monitor is not a medical
device. Various factors, including the user's
movement, may affect the accuracy of heart
rate readings. The heart rate monitor is in-
tended only as an exercise aid in determining
heart rate trends in genera!.
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