OWNER`S MANUAL
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1. sae OWNER S MANUAL F 7000 A ru ble Height Weight Capacity U S and foreign patents apply Other foreign patents pending Max 6 6 300 Ibs 198 cm 136 kg It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the proper use of the equipment and the inherent risks of inversion such as falling on your head or neck pinching entrapment or equipment failure FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS OR HEED WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Restrictions on Use e DO NOT use the equipment without a licensed physician s approval Carefully review the following list of medical contraindications for inversion with your licensed physician This is not an exhaustive list it is intended only for reference Middle ear infection Conjunctivitis Recent stroke or transient ischemic attack Extreme obesity High blood pressure Bone weakness osteoporosis Pregnancy Hypertension Recent or unhealed fractures Hiatal hernia Heart or circulatory disorders Medullary pins Ventral hernia Spinal injury Surgically implanted orthopedic supports Glaucoma Cerebral sclerosis Use of anticoagulants including high doses of aspirin Retinal detachment Acutely swollen joints e DO NOT use if you are over 6 6 198 cm or 300 Ibs 136 kg Structural failure could occur or head neck may impact the floor during inversion e DO NOT modify the equipment or use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer Utiliz2. HEAR the locking pin click into place FEEL the locking pin to make sure it is fully engaged in a hole setting SEE that there is NO space between the locking pin and its base CORRECT DANGER LOCKING PIN LOCKING PIN NOT FULLY ENGAGED FULLY ENGAGED Owner s Manual LF7200 Pg 2 For your first few inversion sessions ask a spotter to assist you until you are able to find your correct balance setting and are comfortable with the operation of the table BALANCING The inversion table is like a sensitively balanced fulcrum It responds to very small changes in weight distribution As a result you must always test to make sure you have the correct height setting Ensure that there is clearance to rotate without contacting other objects or people Figure 5 Correctly Balanced e Rest your head on the nylon mat and place your arms at your side Slowly place your arms on your chest gt If your head is lower than your feet lengthen the height setting by one hole and test again gt If your feet do not move at all then shorten the height setting by one hole and test again gt Ifthe table comes to rest with your feet lifted a few inches off the A frame you have found the correct balance setting See Figure 5 The correct balance setting will allow your arm movements to rotate the table backward smoothly and slowly and to return to the full upright position This is an important step so you should spend as much time as you nee
3. alf minute up to be repeated as long as is comfortable at angles that are comfortable for you Rhythmic traction is a more evenly spaced rocking up and down Stretching can be done at partial inversion torso rotation or at full inversion torso rotation back extension and flexion Light exercise should only be performed from the fully inverted locked position Crunches full range sit ups and squats provide a great way to strengthen muscles with virtually no loads to your joints Keep elbows close to the body while exercising to avoid impact with the A frame DO NOT use weights elastic bands or any other exercise or stretching device while on the inversion table Confine allinverted activities to smooth movements Aggressive exercises which involve a lot of body movement can cause equipment to tip over resulting in serious injury or death Do It Regularly e Make inversion a regular routine and integral part of your life that is how you will experience the most benefits TE _ ETER 5 Hang COPYRIGHT 2005 STL International Inc up International Law Prohibits Any Copying 12 04 11
4. balance setting and are comfortable with the operation of the table PRIOR TO USE Make sure that the table rotates smoothly to the fully inverted position and back and that all fasteners are secure Make sure the user settings described below are properly adjusted for your unique needs and body type Take your time finding your proper settings and REMEMBER THEM Check these settings every time prior to using the equipment 1 Adjust the Roller Hinge The roller hinge setting controls the responsiveness or rate of rotation There are three holes hole selection depends both on your body weight and the rotational responsiveness you desire For users just learning to use the inversion table we recommend starting with Setting C See Figure 1 IMPORTANT Place the roller hinges in the same hole setting on each side A B C Top closest to roller Middle Bottom furthest from roller Most Responsive Setting Moderately Responsive Least Responsive 80 120 lbs X 36 54 kg 120 220 Ibs 220 300 Ibs 54 100 kg 100 136 kg Beginner Partial Inversion X Suggested for Full Inversion oe if Figure 1 DO NOT REMOVE FROM TABL 2 Adjust Height Setting The height settings are stamped on the main shaft in both inches and centimeters e Loosen the de rattler knob e Pullout the height selector locking pin with your right hand while sliding the main shaft with your left See Figure 2 Slide the main
5. boots high tops or any shoe that extends above the anklebone as this type of footwear could interfere with properly securing your ankles e Confirm that the foot platform is adjusted properly so that the ankle clamps fit snug against the smallest part of the ankle immediately above the anklebone 2 Mounting e Stand on the foot platform sliding your ankles between the foam ankle clamps e Press your ankles back firmly against the rear ankle clamps Figure 4 e Rotate the top of the rear clamps slightly inward toward your ankles this will increase your comfort while inverting e Pull out the locking pin to allow the front ankle clamps to snap closed against your ankles Make sure your pant legs do not interfere with obtaining a secure closure e Adjust the front ankle clamps to make sure both the front and rear ankle clamps are snug against your ankles See Figure 4 Release the locking pin so that it fully engages a hole setting See illustrations below e If the locking pin does not automatically engage in a hole push the front ankle clamps inward until the pin engages fully in the next tightest hole setting Verify that no part of the footwear or garments can touch or interfere with the locking pin in any way during inversion Failure to engage the ankle locking pin fully could result in serious injury or death DO NOT deviate from these instructions e Use the concept of HEAR FEEL SEE every time you secure your ankles
6. d to find your ideal height setting Once you do find your setting it should remain the same as long as your weight does not change substantially Do not use the hand grips to rotate the table They are for mounting and dismounting they are nota substitute for finding your correct balance setting INVERTING Review the insert Important Details Regarding Inverting If correctly balanced the inversion table will operate much like a teeter totter By shifting weight to the head end of the table you will move in that direction and vice versa Your arms will provide most of the weight needed to rotate the table Fastening the tether strap before you start will prevent the table from inverting completely See Figure 6 e Raise one arm slowly up and over your head stopping along the way as required to control the downward rotation of the table If you raise both arms the speed and angle of inversion increases e When the table is at an angle you like rest your arm on the table at whatever position it s in RETURNING UPRIGHT e To return to the upright position put your arms at your side See Figure 7 Since your body may have lengthened arm movements alone may not be sufficient to return you to the full upright position You may need to bend your knees to shift ZINN To Bend Rides your body weight to the foot side of the pivot point Do not lift your head or try to sit T D Slightly up See Figure 7A FULL INVERSION Defin
7. dical For information about the Teeter Hang Ups 5 year warranty or if you have any problems Q amp a aa assembling the equipment or questions about its use please contact Customer Service at G22 2 Genaral equi micnts the appropriate location below for Safety in accordance with C UL US Underwriters Laboratories Inc USA amp Canada any modification to this device i will void the UL Classification STL International Inc 9902 162 St Ct E Puyallup WA 98375 Toll Free Phone 800 847 0143 Fax 800 847 0188 Local Phone 253 840 5252 Fax 253 840 5757 email Info26 STLIntl com web www STLIintl com International U S and foreign patents apply Other foreign patents pending Inversion International Ltd Teeter Hang Ups is a registered trademark of STL International Inc PO Box AP 59245 New Providence Island Bahamas and Inversion International Ltd Specifications subject to change without notice Phone 1 242 362 1001 Fax 1 242 362 1002 COPYRIGHT 2005 STL International Inc International Law Prohibits Any Copying 12 04 11 email Info InversionInternational com web www nversionInternational com Owner s Manual LF7200 Pg 4 IMPORTANT DETAILS REGARDING INVERTING Begin Slowly e Invert only 15 20 degrees to begin with The hand grips feature engravings that illustrate the body position at 0 30 60 amp 90 a pP Stay down as long as you are comfortable even if b only a few secon
8. ds at first Pay Attention to What Your Body Tells You e Remind yourself that your body is unique and it will tell you what is good for it e Come up slowly dizziness after a session is a sign that you have come up too fast Important rest at horizontal for 30 seconds or more allowing your body to readjust to being upright e Wait fora while after you ve eaten before you invert e If inversion makes you nauseous don t fight it Come up as soon as you feel queasy even if after only a few seconds Give it time it may take weeks or months before your inner ear gets used to inverting Make Changes Gradually e Increase the angle in small increments only if it is comfortable to you You can gain all the benefits of inversion without ever inverting beyond 60 degrees Muscle stretching and relaxation can be realized at as little as 20 degrees e You may want to increase your routine from 1 2 minutes to 5 or more over time just listen to your body Remember this is not a no pain no gain situation Moving While Inverted is Helpful e Add gentle stretching and light exercises only after you are comfortable with inversion Movement while inverted may help make inversion a more comfortable experience and may help joints to realign and muscles to stretch and relax e Movement may be accomplished either by intermittent or rhythmic traction or by stretching and light exercise Intermittent traction consists of 1 2 minutes down and a h
9. e the equipment for its intended purpose only e This product is not intended for use in public facilities Precautions Before Using e DO NOT use the inversion table until you have thoroughly and carefully read the Owner s Manual viewed the Instructional Video reviewed all other accompanying documents and inspected the equipment NEVER allow children to use the equipment unsupervised DO NOT operate equipment while under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication that may cause drowsiness or disorientation ALWAYS inspect the equipment prior to use Make sure that all fasteners are secure and that the equipment is located on a level surface ALWAYS replace defective components immediately and or keep the equipment out of use until repair ALWAYS wear securely tied lace up shoes with a flat sole such as a normal tennis style shoe DO NOT wear shoes with thick soles boots high tops or any shoe that extends above the anklebone ALWAYS make sure the equipment is properly adjusted to the correct user settings prior to each use Refer to additional warning notices posted on the equipment Precautions during use e DO NOT use aggressive movements or use weights elastic bands or any other exercise or stretching device while on the inversion table e ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from moving parts to avoid injury DO NOT drop or insert objects into any opening e First time users should use a spotter to ensure they are able to find the correct
10. ition Hanging completely by your ankles with your back free from the table Do not attempt this step until you are comfortable with partial inversion Disconnect the tether strap Set roller hinges in the top hole setting A if you want the table to lock firmly while inverted If you are 220 Ibs 100 kg or more set the roller hinges in the B hole setting From a balanced position on the table slowly raise both hands over your head to begin rotation You may need to assist the last few degrees of rotation by pushing on the floor or A frame until the table pulls away from your back In your correct balance setting your weight will keep the table locked in this position until you are ready to return upright See Figure 8 Figure 8 Owner s Manual LF7200 Pg 3 The equipment is structurally rated at a capacity of 6 6 198 cm or 300 Ibs 136 kg However please confine all inverted activities to snooth movements Aggressive exercises which involve a lot of body movement can cause the table to tip over resulting in serious injury or death To Release from the Inverted Locked Position e Place one hand over your shoulder and hold onto the corner of the table frame e Place your other hand on the bottom bar of the A frame in front of you See Figure 9 e Pull both hands together This will rotate the table out of the locked position Slowly move your arms and elbows to your sides to complete the rotation Elbows pr
11. otruding over the sides of the table bed could get pinched between the A frame and the table bed as you return upright See Figure 9A e If your body is stretched you will need to bend your knees to shift body weight to the foot side of the pivot point Do not lift your head or sit up while releasing from the locked position Figure 10 Figure 9A Storage STORING THE INVERSION TABLE e Loosen the de rattler knob e Pull out the main shaft locking pin and slide the main shaft in all the way to the ankle clamp assembly Allow the locking pin to engage in the storage setting e Rotate the table opposite from use until the table has turned 180 degrees and rests against the cross bar on the A frame Fold the legs of the A frame base together for compact storage See Figure 10 Take care not to pinch your fingers It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the proper use of the equipment and the inherent risks of inversion such as falling on your head or neck pinching entrapment or equipment failure DO NOT use the inversion table until you have thoroughly and carefully read the Owner s Manual viewed the Instructional Video reviewed all other accompanying documents and inspected the equipment ALWAYS test and inspect the equipment for smooth operation prior to each use For additional languages in Spanish French Dutch German Italian or Portuguese please contact customer service pSSlf Classified as Me
12. shaft until the last setting you can read is 1 more than your height e g If you re 5 10 178cm the last numbers you ll be able to read will be 5 11 180 cm NOTE The best height setting for you will depend on your weight distribution and could vary one or two inches on either side of your actual height Starting at one or two inches more than your height will help to ensure that the rotation of the table is not too fast Hook tether strap here e Release the height selector locking pin so that it fully engages in a hole Retighten 60 the de rattler knob 40 3 Attach Tether Strap blue For first time users attach the tether strap to help control your angle of rotation 20 See Figure 3 You can increase the angle of rotation allowed by the tether strap as enu you become more comfortable using the table or remove it all together for full No Strap inversion 90 Figure 3 4 Adjust Foot Platform Adjust the foot platform so that when standing on it the foam ankle clamps will secure down onto the smallest part of your ankles immediately above the anklebone carefully read the Mounting and Securing Your Ankles section below Properly adjusting the foot platform will help to ensure the most secure hold while you invert MOUNTING AND SECURING YOUR ANKLES 1 Preparing to Mount e ALWAYS wear securely tied lace up shoes with a flat sole such as a normal tennis style shoe i A f DO NOT wear shoes with thick soles
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