iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
A WARN ING: Toreducetheriskofburns,f re,e eetricshock,orinjurytopersons,readthe
following 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 atl users of this treadm ill are adequately suppressor could result in damage to the con=
informed of all warnings and precautions, trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys=
_em is damaged, the walking beJt may change
2. Use the treadmill onty as described, speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and sedous injury.
3. Place 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 suppres-
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill sot away from heated surfaces.
on any surface that blocks air openings. To
protect the floor or carpet from damage, place 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 mois- treadmill is not working properly. (See
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 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. Never start the treadmill whiJe you are stand-
ing on the walking belt. Always hoJd the
handrails while using the treadmill.
8. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets 18.The treadmiJJ is capable of high speeds.
away from the treadmill at all times. Adjust the speed in smalJ increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds. 17. The puJse sensor is not a medical device.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmi Hat a time.
g. 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. Always wear athletic
shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet,
wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general
18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord and move 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 reset/off circuit breaker.)
10. When connecting the power cord (see page 9),
plug 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 shouJd be on
the same circuit. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Use onJy a singie-outJet surge suppressor that
meets aH of the specifications described on
page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local NordicTraek deaJer or call 1o888-
825-2588 and order part number 148148.
1g. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill untH it is propedy assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 8, and HOWTO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 23.) You
must be abJe to safely lift 45 pounds (28 kg) to
raise, lower, or move the treadmill
20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.
21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fulty closed.