Important Precautions - NordicTrack C2400 User Manual

iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WAR NiNG: To reduce the .skofburne, f re, electde chock, orinjury topersons, read t he
followmg important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
1. it is the responsibility of the owner to ensure 12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
that ait users of this treadmill are adequately suppressor could result in damage to the con=
informed of aH warnings and precautions, trol system of the treadmill if the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking beff may change
2. Use the treadmill onJy as described, speed, acceJerate, or stop unexpectedly,
which may resuJt in a fall and serious injury.
3. PJace the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two 13. Keep the power cord and the surge auppres-
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill sot away from heated surfaces.
on any surface that bJocks air openings. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, pJace 14. Never move the walking belt while the power
a mat under the treadmill, is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from moiso treadmHJ is not working properly. (See
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a TROUBLESHOOTING on page 27 if the tread-
garage or covered patio, or near water, mill is not working properJy.)
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
15. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page f3).
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmHJ at all times.
7. The treadmill shouJd not be used by persons
weighing more than 325 pounds.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
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Wear appropriate exercise clothes while
using the treadmHk do not wear loose clothes
that couJd become caught in the treadmill.
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. Always wearath/etie
shoes; never use the treadmill w#h bare feet.
wearing only etockinge,or in sandals.
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 11),
pJug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plug the surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
16. Never start the treadmill while you are stand=
ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails white using the treadmill.
17. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
18. The puJse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The puJse sensor isintendedonly
as _n exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general
19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug the
power cord, and switch the reset/off circuit
breaker to the off position when the treadmill
is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for
the location of the reeetloff circuit breaker.)
20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properJy assembled (See
11.Use on y a s ngle-outetsurge suppressor that ASSEMBLY on page 6,and HOW TO FOLD
meets aJl of the specifications described on AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 25.) You
page 11. To purchase a surge suppressor, see must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to
your local NordicTrack dealer or call the toll-
raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
free telephone number on the front cover of
this manuaJ and order part number 146146, or 21. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
see your local electronics store, placing objects under the treadmill
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