3IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONSWARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following important precau-tions before using the elliptical crosstrainer.1. Read all instructions in this manual beforeusing the elliptical crosstrainer.2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensurethat all users of the elliptical crosstrainerare adequately informed of all precautions.3. The elliptical crosstrainer is intended forin-home use only. Do not use the ellipticalcrosstrainer in any commercial, rental, orinstitutional setting.4. Place the elliptical crosstrainer on a levelsurface, with a mat beneath it to protect thefloor or carpet. Keep the elliptical crosstrain-er indoors, away from moisture and dust.5. Inspect and tighten all parts regularly.Replace any worn parts immediately.6. Keep children under age 12 and pets awayfrom the elliptical crosstrainer at all times.7. The elliptical crosstrainer should not be usedby persons weighing more than 250 pounds.8. Wear appropriate exercise clothing whenusing the elliptical crosstrainer. Always wearathletic shoes for foot protection.9. Always hold the handlebar or the upperbody arms when mounting, dismounting, orusing the elliptical crosstrainer.10. Keep your back straight when using the ellip-tical crosstrainer. Do not arch your back.11. If you feel pain or dizziness at any timewhile exercising, stop immediately andbegin cooling down.12. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.Various factors, including the user's move-ment, may affect the accuracy of heart ratereadings. The pulse sensor is intended onlyas an exercise aid in determining heart ratetrends in general.13. When you stop exercising, allow the pedalsto slowly come to a complete stop. The ellip-tical crosstrainer does not have a freewheel; the pedals will continue to move untilthe flywheel stops.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 prob-lems. Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury orproperty damage sustained by or through the use of this product.