ProForm 12.5qm Treadmill Uk Manual - Page 22

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE 1 Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill with your hands in the locations shown. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. As you raise the treadmill, lift with your legs rather than your back. Raise the treadmill halfway to the vertical position. 2. Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly. Using your left hand, pull the latch knob to 2 the left and hold it. Raise the treadmill until the catch is past the pin on the lock knob. Slowly release the latch knob. Make sure that the catch is held securely by the pin. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill. Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight. Do not leave the treadmill in the storage position in temperatures above 30° C (85° F). Latch Knob Pin Catch Open Closed HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the storage position as described above. Make sure that the catch is held securely by the pin on the lock knob. 1. Hold the handrails and place one foot against a wheel. 2. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the wheels. Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location. Never move the treadmill without tipping it back. To reduce the risk of injury, use extreme caution whilst moving the treadmill. Do not attempt to move the treadmill over an uneven surface. 3. Place one foot on a wheel, and carefully lower the treadmill until it is resting in the storage position. Base Wheels HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Refer to drawing 2 above. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the pin. Slowly release the latch knob. 2. Refer to drawing 1 above. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and slowly lower the treadmill to the floor. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight. 22