General Safety
Read all instructions before using your machine. Failure to follow all guidelines may compromise the effectiveness of the exercise experience, expose yourself (and possibly others) to injury, and reduce the longevity of the equipment.
- Do not operate equipment on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to both carpet and equipment may result.
- Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult a physician. This is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health conditions.
- Keep hands away from all moving parts.
- Various factors, including the user’s movement, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. The heart rate transmitters are intended only as exercise aids in determining heart rate trends in general.
- Do not attempt to use your equipment for any purpose other than for the purpose it is intended.
- Wear proper shoes. High heels, dress shoes, sandals or bare feet are not suitable for use on your equipment. Quality athletic shoes are recommended to avoid leg fatigue.
- Serious injury or death may occur from over-training. Consult a medical doctor or qualified fitness instructor to determine an exercise program appropriate for your level of fitness.
- In a home setting, keep children away from the rower when it is not in use. Keep children and pets away from the unit while it is in use.
- Only use the rower on a stable, level floor.
- For safe operation, allow for at least 1 foot (30cm) of free space to either side of the unit and 2 feet (60cm) of free space to the rear of the unit.
- Do not exceed the user weight limit capacity for your machine.
Important Operation Instructions
WARNING: As the owner of this exercise equipment, you should insist that all users follow the same guidelines. Ensure that the Owner's Manual for your machine is available to all users.
- Obtain a complete physical examination from your medical doctor and enlist a health/ fitness professional’s aid in developing an exercise program suitable for your current health status.
- When working out for the first time, start out slowly for a minimum of five minutes. After your muscles are warmed up, gradually increase your speed and/or resistance.
- The speed and duration of your exercise program should always be subject to how you feel. Never permit peer pressure to exceed your personal judgment while exercising.
- This exercise equipment is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
- Overweight or severely de-conditioned individuals should be particularly cautious when using the equipment for the first time. Even though such individuals may not have histories of serious physical problems, they may perceive the exercise to be far less intense than it really is, resulting in the possibility of overexertion or injury.
- Proper installation and regular maintenance are required to ensure user’s safety. Maintenance is the sole responsibility of the owner.
Important Electrical Safety Instructions
Failure to follow all guidelines may compromise the effectiveness of the exercise experience, expose yourself (and possibly others) to injury, and reduce the longevity of the equipment. Regularly examine the rower for damage and wear. Inoperable components should be replaced immediately or the equipment should not be used until it is repaired.
- Your rower may require power from an external power source (wall outlet). Basic precautions should always be followed.
- If applicable, unplug from outlet when not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.
- Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
- This exercise equipment is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
- Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
- Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
- Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
- Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.
- Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being use or where oxygen is being administered.
- Connect this appliance to a properly grounded outlet only.
- The appliance is intended for household use.