Important Precautions - Life Fitness IC5 Manual

WARNING!
To reduce the risk of serious injury due to improper
use of the equipment, carefully read and adhere
to the following important precautions and
information before operating the indoor cycle!
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that
all users are informed of all warnings and precautions
for proper use, and are only authorized to use the
bike independently after being successfully briefed
by a qualified trainer or instructor.
2. Do not operate the bike until it has been properly
assembled and inspected as described in this manual.
3. Keep the indoor cycle indoors, away from moisture
and dust. Do not place the indoor cycle outdoors in
a garage or covered patio or near water or pools.
Operating temperature of the Indoor Cycle has to
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be between 15°C 40°C Celsius (59°
humidity of 65%.
4. Always place the bike on a stable, level surface.
If the bike is to be placed on a hardwood floor or
carpet, it is recommended to place a floor mat
beneath the bike, to protect the floor
from becoming damaged.
5. The level of safety of the Indoor Bike can only
be guaranteed if it is regularly checked for possible
damage as well as wear and tear (e.g. fixing
points, E-Brake, Pedals, toe straps, etc.). Consult an
authorized service provider or the manufacturer
direct to ensure the regular inspections are properly
carried out.
6. Carry out all maintenance, care and service
procedures as described in this manual on a regular
basis. Defective parts must be replaced immediately,
and the device must not be used until the repairs
have been carried out.
Only use original parts from the manufacturer.
Repairs must only be carried out by manufacturer
authorized service technicians.
7. Unsupervised children should be kept away from
the training device at all times.
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
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104°F) at max.
8. Children under the age of 14 shall only be allowed
to use the indoor cycle with parental approval and
supervision of a qualified Trainer or Instructor. Use of
the bike by persons over the age of 14 only after they
are briefed by a qualified trainer or instructor.
9. The indoor cycle must not be used by persons
exceeding weight of 330 lbs/150 kg.
10. Always wear appropriate tight-fitting cycling
or athletic attire and sturdy shoes, preferably
cycling shoes, while operating the bike. Unfastened
shoelaces may become caught in the drive system
and lead to injury.
11. The bike does not have an independently-moving
flywheel. The pedals will continue to move with the
flywheel until the flywheel stops. The movement can
only be stopped by using the emergency brake or
by reducing the pedaling frequency in a controlled
manner. Always ride with resistance load to ensure
that your pedaling motion is controlled. Do not
adjust handlebar or saddle during workout.
Do not pedal backwards.
12. If you feel pain or dizziness while exercising, stop
immediately. It is recommended that you consult
a doctor if the pain does not subside for an
extended period of time.
13. All data shown on the display, especially
the Watt values generated by the integrated
power sensor serve merely as information
and to help guide training. Only exercise
within your physical limitations.
WARNING!
If you have pre-existing health problems or a disability,
it is recommended that you consult your physician, in
order to find the training method which is best suited
to you. Incorrect or extensive training can result
in serious health injuries.
The manufacturer expressly assumes no responsibility for health
risks, personal injury, property damage or consequential damages
sustained by or through the use of this device, unless it is a case of
consequential damage which can be traced back to faulty material
and/or manufacturing, and which come under the responsibility of
the manufacturer.
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