Important Precautions - Healthrider N40 User Manual

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:
instructions in this manual and all warnings on your exercise cycle before using your exercise
cycle. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this product.
1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially
important for persons over the age of 35 or
persons with pre-existing health problems.
2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of the exercise cycle are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.
3. The exercise cycle is intended for home use
only. Do not use the exercise cycle in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.
4. Keep the exercise cycle indoors, away from
moisture and dust. Place the exercise cycle
on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the exer-
cise cycle to mount, dismount, and use it.
5. Inspect and properly tighten all parts regu-
larly. Replace any worn parts immediately.
6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away
from the exercise cycle at all times.
7. The exercise cycle should not be used by
persons weighing more than 250 lbs.
(113 kg).
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and
8. 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.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes while
exercising; do not wear loose clothes that
could become caught on the exercise cycle.
Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.
10. When adjusting the seat, make sure that the
seat knob is inserted into one of the adjust-
ment holes in the seat post.
11. Keep your back straight while using the exer-
cise cycle; do not arch your back.
12. When you stop exercising, allow the pedals
to slowly come to a stop.
13. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising,
stop immediately and cool down.
14. Use the exercise cycle only as described in
this manual.
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