Bowflex TC5300 - Manual (Page 7)

 Bowflex® TreadClmber® Assembly and Owner’s Manual
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The following definition applies to the word “WARnInG” found throughout this manual:
• Read and understand the complete Owners
Manual.
• Read and understand all Warnings on this
machine.
• Keep children away from this machine and / or supervise
them closely if they are near the machine or present during
its operation. This machine is not suitable as a children’s toy.
There is a natural tendency for children to want to play on
exercise equipment and parents and other in charge of children
should be aware of their respective responsibilities. Moving
parts that may appear to present obvious hazards to adults may
not appear to do so to children.
• For safety and security, when the TreadClimber® fitness
machine is not in use, always lock the treadles and remove the
Safety Key.
• Consult a physician prior to commencing an exercise program.
If, at any time, you feel faint or dizzy, or experience pain, stop
and consult your physician.
• Inspect this machine for loose parts or signs of wear. Do
not use if found in this condition; contact Nautilus Customer
Service.
• This machine contains moving parts. Use Caution. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry.
• This machine is designed for a User’s Weight Limit of 300
pounds (136 kilograms). Do not use if you are over this weight.
• This machine is for Consumer use only.
• Care should be taken in mounting and dismounting this
machine.
• Disconnect all power before servicing this machine.
• Do not operate this machine in damp or wet locations.
• The recomended minimum clearance required around this
machine for access to passage around and emergency
dismount shall be stated. The minimum dimensions are to be
0.5m (19.7 inches) on each side of the treadmill and 2.0m (79”)
behind the machine.
• Keep the walking belts clean and dry.
• Operate the machine in the manner described in this manual. It
can be hazardous to over-exert yourself during exercise.
• Always wear rubber-soled athletic shoes on the TreadClimber®
fitness machine. Never use the TreadClimber® fitness machine
barefooted or wearing only socks
• Keep your foot centered on each treadle—do not allow your
feet to cross in front of your body as you increase speeds.
• Keep your hands on the ergo bar or support handlebars
and stand as close to the front of the fitness machine as is
comfortable in order to remain in balance on the treadles.
• Never convert from or into treadmill mode while the belts are in
motion, or the machine is powered up. Turn off power, unplug
cord from wall outlet, line up the treadles, and then lock or
release the treadle locking lever.
• Never adjust the Hydraulic Cylinder Workout Settings while
belts are in motion. Step completely off of the TreadClimber®
fitness machine, stop the belts, and turn the power off prior to
adjusting.
• Do NOT attempt to move the TreadClimber® fitness machine
without help, or from the rear of the unit. Doing so could cause
injury to you or damage the machine.
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