Nautilus T614 Assembly Manual / Owner's Manual

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31OPERATIONSWhat to WearWear rubber-soled athletic shoes. You will need the appropriate clothes for exercise that allow you to move freely.How Often Should You ExerciseConsult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest,become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calculatedor measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only. The heart rate displayed on the console is anapproximation and should be used for reference only.• 3 times a week for 30 minutes each day.• Schedule workouts in advance and try to follow the schedule.• Consider doing some warm-up stretches, which will help prepare your body, before your workouts.Getting StartedConsult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest,become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calculatedor measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.Place the machine on a clean, hard, level surface, free from unwanted material or other objects that may hamper yourability to move freely with a sufficient clear workout area. A rubber mat below the machine is recommended to preventelectrostatic discharge and protect your floor.Be sure that the workout space you are utilizing has adequate height clearance, taking into consideration the height ofthe user and the maximum incline of the deck.1. With the fitness machine in your workout area, inspect the walking belt to make sure it is centered and aligned. Ifnecessary, refer to the “Aligning the Walking Belt” Procedure in the Maintenance section of this manual.The edges of the Walking Belt should be under the Side Foot Support Rails. If an edge of the Walking Belt can beviewed do not operate the machine. Adjust the Walking Belt until the edges are not viewable and are below the SideFoot Support Rails. Refer to the Aligning the Walking Belt Procedure.Note: This machine is for home use only.2. Examine below the walking belt for any objects. Be sure it is clear below the machine.3. Connect the Power Cord to a correctly grounded AC wall outlet.Do not step on the power cord and plug.Note: The machine is designed to plug directly into a properly wired and grounded three prong 120V outlet.4. If you use the Remote Heart Rate Monitor, follow the Chest Strap directions supplied with it.5. Switch on the power. Power is now supplied to the machine.6. Straddle the walking belt and stand on the Side Foot Support Platforms. Put the Safety Key into the Safety Key Port andclip the Safety Key cord to your clothing.Care should be used when mounting or dismounting the machine.• Examine the Safety Key and be sure it is connected to the Console correctly.Note: if the Safety Key is not installed, the machine will allow the User to perform all activities except to activate the WalkingBelts. The Console will display the reminder to insert the Safety Key ( “ + SAFETY KEY” ).• Always attach the Safety Key Clip to your clothing during workouts.• If there is an emergency, pull out the Safety Key to shut off the power to the Belt and Incline Motors. This will quicklystop the belt (brace yourself- this is an abrupt stop) and clear the workout. Push the PAUSE/STOP button to stop the belt