Warning, Important precautions – NordicTrack Competition 831.15718.0 User Manual

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WARNING:

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and

instructions in this manual and all warnings on your weight bench before using your weight bench.
ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through
the use of the weight bench.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

1. Before beginning any exercise program, con-

sult your physician. This is especially impor-
tant for persons over the age of 35 or per-
sons with pre-existing health problems.

2. Use the weight bench only as described in

this manual.

3. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of the weight bench are ade-
quately informed of all precautions.

4. The weight bench is intended for home use

only. Do not use the weight bench in a com-
mercial, rental, or institutional setting.

5.

Keep the weight

bench

indoors, away from

moisture and dust. Place the weight

bench

on a level surface, with a mat beneath it to
protect the floor or carpet. Make sure that
there is enough clearance around the weight

bench

to mount, dismount, and use it.

6. Keep children under age 12 and pets away

from the weight bench at all times.

7.

Inspect and properly tighten all parts regular-
ly. Replace any worn parts immediately.

8. Make sure that the pins and knobs are fully

engaged before the weight bench is used.

9.

Wear appropriate clothes while exercising.

Always wear athletic shoes for foot protec-
tion while exercising.

10.

The weight bench is designed to support a
maximum user weight of 300 lbs. (136 kg)
and a maximum total weight of 610 lbs. (277
kg). Do not place more than 310 lbs. (141 kg),
including a barbell, on the weight rests. Do
not place more than 150 lbs. (68 kg) on the
leg lever. Note: The weight bench does not
include a barbell or weights. The weight
bench is designed to be used only with
Olympic weights.

11. If you feel pain or dizziness at any time while

exercising, stop immediately and begin cool-
ing down.

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