NordicTrack NTL17950 Treadmill User Manual


 
iMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARN ING: Toreducether skofburns,f re,elect.oshook,or injury topersons,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 all users of this treadmill 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-
2. Use the treadmill onJy as described.
3. PJace the treadmill on a level surface, 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 treadmill
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.
tern is damaged, the waJking belt may change
speed, accelerate, or stop unexpectedly_
which may result in a falJ and serious injury.
13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.
t 4. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 27 if the tread-
mHJ is not working properly.)
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol 15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand=
products are used or where oxygen is being ing on the walking beJt. Always hold the
administered, handrails while using the treadmill
& Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmHJ at aH times.
7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 350 pounds.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmiiJ at a time.
9. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill Do not wear mooseclothes
that couJd 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 m sandals.
16. When connecting the power cord (see page 10),
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 singJe-outlet surge suppressor that
meets aH of the specifications described on
page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your mocalNordicTrack dealer or call 1=888=
t 6. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
17. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-
ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended onJy
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, unpjug the
power cord, and switch 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.)
19. Do not attempt to move the treadmill until it is
property assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page
6, and HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on
page 9.) You must be able to safely lift 55
pounds (25 kg) to move the treadmill
20. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under the treadmill.
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see your IocaJ electronics store.
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