Cardiac Stress Treadmills User Guide Operating the Treadmill 2-1
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Operating the Treadmill
The stress test monitor controls all treadmill operation. Please
read the following treadmill-specific information, then refer to
the operator manual supplied with your stress test monitor for
operational procedures.
Guidelines for Safe Operation
• Keep the treadmill area clear. Maintain a minimum open
space of 1.5 feet (0.5 meter) on each side and 6 feet (2
meters) at the rear.
• Before using the treadmill, verify that the correct cable
connects the treadmill to the monitoring system.
• Do not start the treadmill when someone is standing on
the belt.
• Never place chairs or other objects on treadmills.
• Do not leave a patient unattended on the treadmill.
• Patients and clinicians should secure long hair and loose
clothing before using and operating the treadmill.