Operation Manual

8
PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: READ THE OWNER’S
MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE
OPERATING THIS TREADMILL.
STOP (OF ACTIVITY)
CAUTION: BEFORE CLEANING OR
SERVICING, DISCONNECT POWER
SUPPLY.
ON
OFF
I
O
ON
OFF
CAUTION: MOVING PARTS, KEEP
HANDS AND FEET FROM UNDER THE
TREADMILL WHEN OPERATING.
These safety notes are directed to you as the owner of the STAR TRAC S SERIES TREADMILL. Please train all your
users and fitness staff to follow these safety instructions.
Do
• Do encourage your members to discuss their health
program or fitness regimen with a health care
professional, especially if they have not exercised for
several years, are over 35, or have known health
conditions.
• Do read all instructions in this manual before using
your treadmill.
• Do use your treadmill only for its intended use, as
described in this manual.
• Do check to ensure the belt is not moving prior to
using the treadmill.
• Do keep the belt surface clean and dry.
• Do stop operating your treadmill if you feel dizzy,
faint or exhausted.
• Do exercise slowly until you reach a level of comfort
and security.
• Do be aware of the location and proper use of the
emergency S
TOP key.
• Do perform regular preventive maintenance as
suggested in the manual.
• Do keep the electrical cord away from sources of
excessive heat.
• Do keep the treadmill air openings free of lint, hair,
etc.
• Do unplug your treadmill before doing any
maintenance or cleaning.
• Do warm up and cool down before and after each
workout.
• Do set your goals.
• Do complement your walking, jogging, and running
with a nutritious diet.
• Do try charting your progress using the feedback
from your treadmill.
• Do try using the incline feature to burn more
calories and strengthen your lower-body muscles.
Do Not
• Do not let children operate your treadmill. Supervise
invalids or disabled persons who use your treadmill.
• Do not leave your treadmill unattended when it is
plugged in. Unplug it from the outlet when it is not
in use, and before you remove or replace any parts
or accessories.
• Do not use your treadmill without athletic shoes.
• Do not wear loose or hanging clothing while using
the treadmill.
• Do not step or jump on or off your treadmill if the
belt is moving.
• Do not use or store your treadmill outdoors or in an
enclosed pool environment.
• Do not ever drop or insert any object, hands, or feet
into any opening, or underneath this equipment.
• Do not place water bottles or cups on your treadmill
unless you are using the designed holders for the
treadmill. Do not use your treadmill where aerosol
(spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
• Do not use attachments or parts not recommended
by the manufacturer.
• Do not run the equipment with the motor shroud
removed, or modify the equipment in any way.
• Do not overtighten the running belt.
• Do not operate your treadmill if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or if the display shows an
error code. Call your dealer or Star Trac at (800)
503-1221, or USA 1-714-669-1660 for service.