Sears 831.2974 - Manual (Page 3)

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
AWARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, eiectric shock or injury to persons, read
the foiiowing important safety precautions and information before operating the treadmiii.
1. Position the tr^dmill on a level surface, with at least 8 feet of clearance behind the tread­
miii. Do not place the treadmill near water, outdoors or on any surface that blocks an air
opening. Do not operate where aerosol products are used or where oxygen is being admin­
istered.
2. When connecting the power cord (see OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT in this manual),
plug the power cord directly into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 12 or more amps.
No other appliance should be on the same circuit. Keep the power cord away from heated
surfaces. If an extension cord is needed, use only a l^auge general-purpose cord of five
feet or less In length with a three-wire conductor.
3. 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
BEFORE YOU BEGIN in this manual if the treadmill is not working properly.)
4. The roller guards must be 1/8 inch from the rear roller. Turn the power off and adjust the
roller guards, if necessary.
5. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill; do not wear loose clothing
that could become caught in the treadmill. Always wear athletic shoes; never use the tread­
mill with bare feet, wearing only stockings or In sandals. Athletic support clothes are rec­
ommended for both men and women.
6. The pulse earclip is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user's movement
while exercising, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The earclip is intended
only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.
7. Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrail when exercising on the treadmill.
8. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time. The treadmill should not be
used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds.
9. Keep small children away from the treadmill at all times. Never leave the treadmill
unattended while it is running. Always turn the power off when the treadmill is not in use.
10. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
11. To reduce the possibility of overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for
longer than 1 hour.
12. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed slowly to avoid sudden jumps in
speed.
13. Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.
14. Always unplug the power cord before performing the maintenance and adjustment
procedures described in this manual. Never remove the motor hood unless instructed to
do so by an authorized service representative. Servicing other than the procedures in this
manual should be performed by an authorized service repre^ntatlve only.
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