
iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARN ING: Toreducethe.okofburns,f re,eJect.eshock,or,njurytopereons,readthe
following important precautions and information before operating the treadmi&
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described.
3. Place the treadmill on a leveJsurface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet on each side. Do not place the treadmill
on any surface that bJocks air openings. To
protect the floor or Carpet from damage, place
a mat under the treadmi&
4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-
ture and dust. Do not put the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
5. De not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
& Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should be used only by persons
weighing 300 pounds or less.
or see your loeaJ electronics store.
12. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con-
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking beJt may change
speed, accelerate, or stop une×pectedJy,
which may result in a fall and serious injury.
13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
14. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or pJug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See TROU-
BLESHOOTmNG on page 22 if the treadmill is
not working property.)
15. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT on page 10).
l& Never start the treadmilJ whiJe you are stand-
ing on the walking beJt. Always hoJd the
handrails while using the treadmill
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Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill Do not wear loose clothes
that could become caught in the treadmill.
AtHetic support clothes are recommended for
both men and women. A/ways wear athletic
shoes. Never use the treadmillwith bare feet,
wearing onlystockings,ofinsandals.
17. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
18. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
meat, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The puJse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general
10. When connecting the power cord (see page
10), plug the power cord into a surge sup-
pressor (not included) and pJugthe surge
suppressor into a grounded circuit capabJe of
carrying !5 or more stops. No other appliance
should be on the same circuit. Do not use an
extension cord.
11. Use only a singJe-outiet surge suppressor
that meets aH of the specifications described
on page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor,
see your local PROFORM dealer or call the
toll-free telephone number on the front cover
of this manual and order part number 146148,
19. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and switch the reset/off ciP
cuit breaker to the off position when the
treadmill is not in use. {See the drawing on
page 5 for the location of the circuit breaker.)
20. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page & and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 20.)
You must be able to safely Hft 45 pounds (20
kg) to raise, tower, or move the treadmill.