Sears EXPANSE 500 831.297432 - Manual (Page 4)

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
AWARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons, read the fol­
lowing important precautions and information before operating the treadmiil*
1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately in­
formed of all warnings and precautions.
2. Use the treadmill only as described In this
manual.
3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with
eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not place
the treadmill on any surface that blocks 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.
5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
6. Keep small children and pets away from the
treadmill at all times.
7. The treadmill should be used only by persons
weighing 250 pounds or less.
8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
9. When connecting the power cord (see HOW TO
PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 7), plug
the power cord into a surge protector (not in­
cluded) and plug the surge protector into a
grounded circuit capable of carrying 15 or
more amps. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit.
10. Use only a UL-IIsted surge protector, rated at
15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or
less in length. Do not use an extension cord.
11. Keep the power cord and the surge protector
away from heated surfaces.
12. 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 tread­
mill is not working properly. (See BEFORE
YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the treadmill is not
working properly.)
13. Wear appropriate exercise attire when using
the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that
could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic ■
support clothes are recommended for both
men and women.
Alwsys wear athletic shoes.
Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing
only stockings, or in sandals,
14. Never start the treadmill while you are standing
on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails
while using the treadmill.
15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust
the speed in small increments to avoid sudden
jumps In speed.
16. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill over­
heating, do not operate the treadmill continu­
ously for longer than 1 hour.
17. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is
running. Always remove the key when the
treadmill is not in use.
18. Never insert any object into any opening.
19. Inspect and tighten all parts on the treadmill
every three months.
20. Always unplug the power cord before perform­
ing the maintenance and adjustment proce­
dures described in this manual. Servicing other
than the procedures in this manual should be
performed by an authorized service represen­
tative only.
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