
safety, warnings, precautions, prohibitions
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[3.]Safety, warnings, precautions, prohibitions
[3.A] Safety precautions, safety regulations, prohibitions and warnings
NUse the running machine and accessories only under supervision of your doctor or/and trainer. Using the running
machine and the accessories without supervisory staff and introduction is forbidden.
NBefore using the running machine, read the operation manual, safety precautions and safety regulations carefully.
NStart with slow walking. After some minutes increase the speed slowly according to your fitness level.
NIt is strongly recommended to visit a doctor before using a sports device.
NDo not jump onto the rotating running belt. Do not jump off the rotating running belt (not even towards the front).
Do not stop moving or turn around on the rotating running belt. Never run sideways or backwards. Do not do
anything which could interfere with your balance. Do not set too high loads (speed, elevation).
NAlways train with sports or running shoes (no spikes) - never run barefoot - and sports clothing.
NAt the time of use the emergency-stop has to be in reach for the subject and the supervisory staff at any time.
NUse emergency-stop only if in danger or in danger of falling.
NAt set elevation (e.g. by pressing the stop-button or the emergency-off-button, power failure, etc.), the bodyweight
of the subject and the force of gravity may cause an acceleration of the running belt. Do not step on the slant of
roller when getting on or off the running surface; the gravity force might cause a movement of the running belt.
NDangerous capture areas/gaps at the elevation system as well as at the rear end and the sides of the running belt.
(At reverse belt rotation: danger as well at the motor hood and the front area).
NPlease make sure that, in case of a fall, subjects with long hair, wide clothes, jewellery, etc. do not get caught in
the capture area at the rear end of the running belt. Possibly use a hairnet and make the subject aware of the
danger or secure the person with a safety harness against fall. Do not deposit any clothes, towels, jewellery, etc.
on the running machine – because of danger of tripping over and danger of capturing.
NChildren and animals are not allowed to use the running machine and must not get too near (4 m distance) to it.
NUsing the running machine under the influence of alcohol, drugs and/or anesthetic is prohibited.
NInterrupt the training immediately if you start feeling sick, dizzy or pain and see your doctor.
NImproper or excessive training or strain by tests may cause serious health injury or even death.
NSubjects with a cardiac pacemaker or those who suffers from any kind of physical restriction must see their doctor
and get a permission before using the running machine.
NThe subject has to be secured by a safety arch with fall stop an chest belt while performing sprints, max.
endurance test and while training on wide running surfaces and/or other higher dangers.
NPlease keep a safety area of at least 2 m in length and 1 m width directly behind the running machine. For running
machines equipped with reverse-belt-rotation keep a safety area of 2 m in length and 1 m width in the front and the
back of the running machine and always use the pull-rope emergency-stop or better the chest belt with fall-stop.
NExplicit warning of improper and forbidden use.
NEnsure that all cables (power connection, interface, potential equalization, etc.) and accessories are installed
properly and safely and that nobody can stumble or fall over the cables and/or accessories.
NPay attention to further safety regulations and operation instructions in the appendix of this instruction manual. Pay
special attention to all maintenance and service instructions (also in manuals of accessories).
NIn case of any detected and/or assumed malfunctions and/or defects or unreadable safety warning labels the
device has to be taken out of operation, the device has to be marked and secured against operation and the
supplier and authorized service personnel has to be informed in writing.
NDisregard of warnings, disregard of intended and forbidden use, safety precautions and also unauthorized or lack
of maintenance and/or regular safety checks may lead to injuries or death and/or can damage the device and will
result in loss of any liability and warranty.
NDo not drink and eat any lubrication material and no other material or parts of this device, and keep all lubrication
material and all other parts away from children and animals.
NThese safety precautions and regulations are to be displayed within sight of the running machine. The warnings,
safety regulations and dangers have to be pointed out to every user and operator. The manufacturer does not
undertake any liability for any injury to persons or damage to property.
NValuable articles (like watches, emblazonments, etc.) must be abated before using the device and must also not
be in near environment of the device.