Training Safety; Important Safety Instructions - TuffStuff SXT-550 Owner's Manual

Important Safety Instructions

If you have not participated in a regular exercise program, smoke or have signs of high blood pressure, you must obtain a
medical exam or consult with your personal physician before performing any SXT-550 exercises illustrated in this manual.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR
IF THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED:
1. Read and understand Owner's Manual and all Danger,
Warning and Caution labels before using this equipment. If you
still need help, call TuffStuff Fitness International.
2. Inspect the equipment before each use for wear and tear, loose
fittings, worn or frayed cables and frame welds. DO NOT USE
if it appears to be inoperable or damaged.
3. Stop exercising if you feel faint or dizzy. Call your doctor
immediately if you are experiencing pain.
4. Use this equipment only for the intended use and for exercise(s)
shown on page 00.
5. Keep body, clothing and hair clear from all moving parts.
Do not attempt to free any jammed parts by yourself.
6. Do not lean against or pull on the framework, weight stack or
any component, whether the machine is in use or at rest.
7. Do not use accessories or accessory attachments that are not
recommended by TuffStuff.
8. Children must not be allowed near the equipment. Teenager
must be supervised.
9. Make sure selector pin is completely inserted and never pin the
weights in an elevated position. Use only the selector pin
provided by the manufacturer.
10. Do not remove any decals affixed to the machine. Replace if
damaged.
11. Do not alter or modify the original manufacturer's 200 lbs. weight
stack with any add-on incremental weights, weight plates or
dumbbells except those with standard factory installed option.
12. Perform regular maintenance (see INSPECTION Label). Pay special
attention to areas most susceptible to wear and tear, including but
not limited to cables, pulleys and rubber grips.
13. Replace immediately all parts at first sign of wear or damage.
Use only genuine TuffStuff replacement parts. Failure to do so
will void warranty and could result in serious injury or death
to you.
SXT-550 Deluxe Hybrid Trainer

Training Safety

1. Always warm-up before and cool-down after weight training.
Warm-up for 10-15 minutes with stretching and cardiovascular
exercises. Cool-down should include light stretching exercises
for 5-15 minutes.
2. Never hold your breath – will limit the flow of oxygen to your
brain and may cause dizziness. The most often used breathing
pattern is inhaling during least resistance and exhaling during
maximum resistance.
3. Always choose a light resistance when using the machine
the first time.
4. Trained at a controlled rate of speed
DANGER: indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
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