Important Precautions - Matrix PERFORMANCE Manual

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using a treadmill, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following: To ensure your safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions
before operating. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of
this equipment are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
This equipment is for indoor use only. This training equipment is a Class S product
designed for use in a commercial environment such as a fitness facility.
This training equipment is in compliance with EN ISO 20957-1 and EN 957-6.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS:
• Use the treadmill only for its intended use
as described in the owner's manual.
• Incorrect or excessive exercise may result in serious
injury or death. If you feel faint or if you experience any
kind of pain, including but not limited to chest pains,
nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising
immediately and consult your physician before continuing.
• Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate.
Over exercising may result in serious injury or death.
If you feel faint, stop exercising immediately.
• At NO time should children under the
age of 14 use the treadmill.
• At NO time should pets or children under the age
of 14 be closer to the treadmill than 10 feet.
• Children over the age of 14 should not use
the treadmill without adult supervision.
• This equipment is not intended for use by persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
equipment by a person responsible for their safety.
• To avoid injury, attach safety clip to clothing before use.
• To avoid injury, stand on the side rails
before starting the treadmill.
CAUTION!
CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. READ OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE USE.
It is essential that this equipment is used only indoors, in a climate-controlled room. If this equipment has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates,
it is strongly recommended that the equipment is warmed up to room temperature before use. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
The initial (default) starting speed is 0.5 mph (0.8 kph). Setting the starting speed too high can be dangerous.
DANGER!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK:
Always unplug the equipment from the electrical outlet immediately after using,
before cleaning, performing maintenance and putting on or taking off parts.
• If you feel unable to safely remain on the moving
treadmill surface, grasp handlebars for support and
step onto the non-moving side rails, then bring moving
treadmill surface to a stop prior to dismounting.
• When exercising, always maintain a comfortable pace.
• Do not wear clothes that might catch
on any part of the treadmill.
• Always wear athletic shoes while using this equipment.
• Do not jump on the treadmill.
• At no time should more than one person
be on treadmill while in operation.
• This treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than specified in the OWNER'S
MANUAL SPECIFICATIONS SECTION. Failure
to comply will void the warranty.
• Disconnect all power before servicing or
moving the equipment. To clean, wipe surfaces
down with soap and slightly damp cloth only;
never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
• Installation of parts or accessories not originally
intended or compatible with the equipment as
sold will void warranty and may impact safety.
• Never operate the unit if it has a damaged cord
or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been
dropped or damaged, or immersed in water.
Contact Customer Tech Support for repair.
• Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
• To prevent electrical shock, never drop or
insert any object into any opening.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or when oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use treadmill in any location that is not
temperature controlled, such as but not limited to
garages, porches, pool rooms, bathrooms, car ports or
outdoors. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
• Do not remove the console covers unless instructed
by Customer Tech Support. Service should only
be done by an authorized service technician.
• To prevent unconntrolled usage by 3rd parties
remove power to immobilize the treadmill.
• Measured at typical head height, the A-weighted sound
pressure level when the Treadmill is running at 12
Km/ Hour (without load) is no greater than 70 dB.
• Noise emission under load is higher than without load.
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