Warnings - Echelon CONNECT EX5S Instruction Manual

WARNINGS

• ALWAYS use the Echelon® Connect on solid, level ground and in a
well lit and ventilated area.
• ALWAYS check that the seat and handlebars are securely fastened
before use.
• NEVER allow children to play on or around the bike. This helps protect
them from injury from moving parts.
• ALWAYS set the bike up properly for your specific body type. The
Echelon® Connect offers up/down and fore/aft adjustments that are
clearly marked to ensure a quick and easy customization for each
workout.
• ALWAYS check the bike before use.
• NEVER use the bike if it is not properly/completely assembled or is
damaged in any way.
• NEVER exceed the weight limit for this bike. The weight limit for this
bike is 300 pounds. Do not use the Echelon® Connect if your body
weight is in excess of 300 pounds.
• NEVER use Echelon® Connect when sick or fatigued.
• ALWAYS wear proper attire and footwear that fully covers your feet.
Long hair should be tied back or tucked away. Ensure that shoelaces
are tucked into your shoes.
• ALWAYS warm up/stretch before starting exercise.
• ALWAYS be cautious when getting on and off the Echelon® Connect.
• ALWAYS wait until the pedals have come to a complete stop before
taking your feet off of the pedals or dismounting. Do not stand or
climb on the handlebars.
• ALWAYS keep hands away from moving parts and ensure that hands
are never placed where there is no rubber handlebar grip.
• NEVER overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you feel faint,
dizzy, short of breath, or if you have chest or other pains, STOP
IMMEDIATELY! Consult your physician before using the Echelon®
Connect again.
• ALWAYS ensure that you have a water bottle filled with at least 12 oz.
of water and a towel close by to absorb sweat from your body and the
handlebars.
• NEVER use the Echelon® Connect in a standing position at high
revolutions per minute (RPM) (see OPERATION section, Fig. 2).
• ALWAYS keep your pelvis positioned over the center line of the
Echelon® Connect.
• NEVER adjust the resistance of the flywheel or the
position of the handlebars while in a standing position
(see OPERATION section, Fig. 2).
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