Safety Warnings & Labels; Important Safety Instructions - Stairmaster StepMill SM916 Owner's Manual

Important Safety Instructions

This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury .
Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings:
Read and understand the complete Owner's manual.
Read and understand all Warnings on this machine.
If this machine is being used in a commercial setting, end users may not have access to this
Owner's Manual. It is the responsibility of the facility to instruct users as to the proper usage of
the equipment, as well as making them aware of potential hazards.
Keep children away from this machine. Watch them closely when near the machine. Moving
parts that appear dangerous to adults may not appear so to children.
Consult a physician before starting an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in
your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before using the machine again.
Examine this machine for loose parts or signs of wear. Pay special attention to the steps. Contact
StairMaster® Customer Service for repair information. Use only genuine StairMaster®
replacement parts.
Set up and operate your StepMill® on a hard, level surface.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry while exercising.
Maximum user weight limit: 300 lb. (136 kg). Do not use if you are over this weight
Stabilize the steps before stepping on them and use caution when stepping o the machine.
Keep at least 19 inches (50 cm) clear area around the machine. This is the recommended safe
distance for access and passage around and emergency dismounts from the machine.
Warn bystanders to keep a safe distance, at least 3 feet (1 m). Do not allow anyone to touch
the operator while the machine is in motion.
Do not over exert yourself during exercise. Do not try to exercise with more resistance than you
can physically handle.
When you use an electrical appliance, basic precautions must always be followed, including the following:
DANGER – To decrease the risk of electric shock always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet
immediately after use and before cleaning.
To decrease the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
An appliance must not be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in
operation and before you put on or remove parts.
Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or
disabled persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments
that are not recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working correctly, if it
has been dropped or damaged, or fallen into water. Return the appliance to a service center for
examination and repair.
Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not drop or put any object into any opening.
Do not use outdoors.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the o position, then remove plug from outlet.
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