Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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1.
With treadmill off and unplugged from power source,
verify treadbelt requires lubrication. Position the M8 Allen
Key at 12 o'clock, then loosen both M8 treadbelt tension
bolts two full rotations counterclockwise, creating slack
between belt and deck surface. Place hand, palm side up,
between belt and deck. If belt surface is dry, (no oily film)
lubrication is required. If lubricant is present, skip to step 3.
2. Apply 1 bottle of M2 Genesis Slipcoat (approx. 2/3 ounce)
to the center 10" of the entire deck in a zigzag pattern.
Clean any spilled lubricant with rubbing alcohol or Simple
Green on a clean rag or sponge.
3. Ensure belt is centered within the deck/running surface.
With the Allen Key positioned at 12 o'clock, re-tension both
M8 treadmill tension bolts by tightening two full rotations
clockwise.
4. Plug treadmill in, turn power switch on, start treadmill at 0.5
mph, gradually increase speed to 3.0 mph and verify
tracking is correct. Slight adjustments may be required.
Walk on treadmill for approximately 5 minutes to ensure
lubricant is evenly spread throughout inner belt surface.
4.3.2. Treadbelt Tracking Adjustment
The treadbelt is designed to move to the left and to the right as
it spins, allowing the treadbelt to accommodate different
walking patterns. The only time the treadbelt needs to be
adjusted is if it is contacting stationary components. The
treadbelt will drift with use and should not be adjusted simply to
achieve “perfect” centering on the roller. If adjustment is
necessary please make sure the treadmill is level prior to
making any adjustments (See “Leveling the Treadmill” on
page 33.).
The treadbelt is tracked by means of the two M8 socket head
cap screws at the rear of the treadmill (Figure 4-1). Tightening
(clockwise) the bolt on the side of the treadmill that the belt has
moved toward, and loosening the bolt on the opposite side an
equal amount, will cause the belt to move toward the center.
Adjustments should be made in ¼-turn increments, with the
treadmill running at 2 to 3 mph. Allow at least 30 seconds for
the belt to stabilize between each adjustment.
