IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS. ProForm 425 PCTL93070, PCTL93070

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

TROUBLE-SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

CUSTOMER RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and a PART LIST are attached in the center of this manual.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.

both men and women. Always wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

2. Use the treadmill only as described.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with 8 feet of clearance behind it. Do not place the treadmill on a surface that blocks any air openings. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

10. 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 included) 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.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from moisture 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.

11. Use only a CUL-listed surge protector, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of 5 feet or less in length. Do not use an extension cord.

12. Keep the power cord and the surge protector away from heated surfaces.

6. Keep children under 12 and pets away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should be used only by persons weighing 250 pounds or less.

13. 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 BE-

FORE YOU BEGIN on page 4 if the treadmill is not working properly.)

8. Never allow more than one person on the treadmill at a time.

14. Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill.

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill.

Athletic support clothes are recommended for

15. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.

Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid sudden jumps in speed.

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16. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for longer than 1 hour.

17. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.

Various factors, including the user's movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The pulse sensor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general.

18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key when the treadmill is not in use.

22. Never insert any object into any opening.

23. 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 representative only.

24. This treadmill is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this treadmill in any commercial, rental, or institutional setting.

19. You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

20. When folding or moving the treadmill, make sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

25. Do not perform exercises with the hand weights at speeds higher than a walk. Using weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance. Exercises using weights should be attempted only by experienced users.

21. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months.

WARNING:

Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.

Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If one of the decals is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on page 17 of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

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