Important Precautions - Reebok 8400C User Manual

iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the .skofburns, .re,electde shook, or njury toperaons, read t he
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.
1. it is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that blocks air openings. To
manual and order part number 146148, or see
your Iota[ electronics store.
12. Failure to use a properJy functioning surge
suppressor could resuff in damage to the con-
trol system of the treadmill if the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedJy=
which may resuff in a fall and serious injury.
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place 13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
a mat under the treadmill sor away from heated surfaces.
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mole- 14. Never move the walking belt while the power
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmH[ in a is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
garage or covered patio, or near water.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
_readmilJ is not working properly. (See
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 22 if the tread-
mill is not working properly.)
15. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
6. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 12).
away from the treadmill at aH times.
16. Never start the treadmill while you are stand°
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
weighing more than 325 pounds, handrails while using the treadmill.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill
Athletic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. A/ways wearath/eti#
shoes. Never use the treadmill w #h bare feet.
wearin# only eteckin#e,of in eandale.
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 medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The puJse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 10),
plug the power cord into a surge suppressor
(not included) and plugthe surge suppressor
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance shouJd be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11, Use onJy a single=outJet surge suppressor that
19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
Is running. Always remove the key and un-
plug the power cord when the treadmill is not
in use.
20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 20.) You
meets all of the specifications described on
page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see must be able to safeJy lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to
your local REEBOK dealer or call the toll-free raise, Iower_ or move the treadmill
telephone number on the front cover of this