Stairmaster Gauntlet Owner's Manual page 8

PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: READ THE OWNER'S
MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THIS MACHINE.
CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING OR
SERVICING, DISCONNECT POWER
SUPPLY.
These safety notes are directed to you as the owner of the equipment. For safety purposes, it is your responsibility to train
all your members and fitness staff to follow these safety instructions.
DO
• Do instruct your members to obtain a medical exam before
starting any exercise program. If at any time during exer
cise you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain, stop and con
sult your physician
• Do read, understand and carefully follow all warnings,
instructions and procedures on the machine and in this
manual before use.
• Do use your machine only for its intended use, as
described in this manual.
• Do set up the machine on a solid, level surface
• Do inspect the machine for incorrect, worn or loose
components and then correct, replace or tighten prior
to use
• Do stop operating your machine if you feel dizzy, faint or
exhausted.
• Do use care when mounting or dismounting the machine,
and make sure it is completely stopped before attempting
to mount or dismount
• Do perform regular preventive maintenance as instructed
in the manual.
• Do keep the air openings free of lint, hair, etc.
• Do keep the belt surface clean and dry.
• Do move the pedal on the mounting or dismounting side
to the lowest position and bring the machine to a
complete stop before attempting to get on or off
• Do reduce pedal/crank speed in a controlled manner - this
unit is not equipped with a free-wheel.
• Do read, understand and test the emergency STOP
procedure prior to use.
• Do keep the electrical cord away from sources of excessive
heat.
• Do disconnect all power before doing any maintenance or
cleaning.
CAUTION: MOVING PARTS, KEEP
HANDS AND FEET FROM UNDER
THE TREADMILL WHEN
OPERATING.
STOP (OF ACTIVITY)
DO NOT
• Do not let children operate your machine. Supervise
invalids or disabled persons who use your machine.
• Do not exceed the maximum allowable user weight
(350 lbs. / 159 kg).
• Do not use your machine without athletic shoes.
• Do not wear loose or dangling clothing while using the
machine.
• Do not step or jump on or off the machine while it is in
motion.
• Do not use this machine in damp or wet locations
• Do not ever drop or insert any object, hands, or feet into
any opening, or underneath this equipment.
• Do not place water bottles or cups on the machine unless
you are using the designed holders
• Do not use your machine where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use attachments or parts not recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Do not run the equipment with the motor shroud
removed, or modify the equipment in any way.
• Do not operate your machine if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or if the display shows an error code.
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