ProForm Pfevel71216 Instruction Manual - Page 3

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and instructions in this manual and all warnings on the trainer before using the trainer. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product. 1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of the trainer are adequately informed of all precautions. 2. Before beginning any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for persons over age 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems. 3. The trainer is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are given supervision or instruction about use of the trainer by someone responsible for their safety. 4. Use the trainer only as described in this manual. 5. The trainer is intended for home use only. Do not use the trainer in a commercial, rental, or institutional setting. 6. Keep the trainer indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not put the trainer in a garage or covered patio, or near water. 7. Place the trainer on a level surface, with at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) of clearance in the front and rear of the trainer and 2 ft. (0.6 m) on each side. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the trainer. 8. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each time the trainer is used. Replace any worn parts immediately. 9. Keep children under age 13 and pets away from the trainer at all times. 10. The trainer should not be used by persons weighing more than 330 lbs. (150 kg). 11. Wear appropriate clothes while exercising; do not wear loose clothes that could become caught on the trainer. Always wear athletic shoes for foot protection while exercising. 12. Hold the handlebars or the upper body arms when mounting, dismounting, or using the trainer. 13. The heart rate monitor is not a medical device. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The heart rate monitor is intended only as an exercise aid in determining heart rate trends in general. 14. The trainer does not have a freewheel; the pedals will continue to move until the flywheel stops. Reduce your pedaling speed in a controlled way. 15. Keep your back straight while using the trainer; do not arch your back. 16. Over exercising may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint, if you become short of breath, or if you experience pain while exercising, stop immediately and cool down. 3