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BELT CARE AND LUBRICATION
You must lubricate your treadmill belt annually (or more often if
your treadmill is heavily used) in order to keep vital treadmill parts
including the deck, belt, motor, and motor controller from prematurely
wearing out. Annual lubrication is required to maintain the product
warranty. Lubricating your treadmill can also help it run more quietly
and reduce friction between the belt and the treadmill deck.
HOW TO ASSESS YOUR TREADMILL’S BELT
The area between the running deck and the running belt has been pre-lubricated.
Excessive friction can seriously decrease the treadmill’s performance, so
regular assessment and lucubration is essential: check the treadmill’s lubrication
levels regularly.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Inspect belt and deck by placing your hand between the belt and deck. The deck
should be smooth. The belt should have a consistent feel from side to side (a belt can
be worn out without any sensory signs of a problem). If you feel deep grooves in the
deck or uneven wear on the underside of the belt, part replacement is necessary.
Continued use of your treadmill may damage the treadmill.
3. If your treadmill has an excessive accumulation of dirt and contaminants you must
damage will occur. Do NOT apply lubricant if there are contaminants under the belt.
Contact customer service for assistance if contaminant removal is necessary.
LUBRICATING YOUR TREADMILL
1. Lift the running belt and inject 0.5 oz of treadmill lubricant across the running board.
Do not put any lubricant on any surface with which your feet make contact. The lubricant
will spread evenly in the next step. Do not apply or spread the lubricant by hand.
2. Run the treadmill at the speed of 2 mph for 3 minutes to fully permeate the lubricant.
3. Using your treadmill’s handrails and safety key for safety and support, walk on
the treadmill at 2-3 mph. CAUTION: BELT MAY HESITATE. THIS CAN CAUSE INJURY
IF BELT IS NOT PROPERLY TENSIONED. Within 5 minutes the lubricant will be
preliminarily walked into the backing of the belt. Damage and/or injury may occur if the
belt is not properly centered and tensioned (refer to the Troubleshooting section of the
user manual if needed).
CAUTION: Do not run on the treadmill until you are certain the belt tension
Make certain that there are no friction spots that may cause belt hesitation.
Injury can occur if belt is not adjusted properly.
HOW TO CLEAN THE TREADMILL
1. Always unplug the treadmill before cleaning it.
2. Dust out the treadmill regularly and keep all parts clean. Clean both sides of the belt
to avoid dust accumulation under the belt. If needed, use a damp soapy cloth to gently
wipe the surface. Don’t splash water onto any part of the treadmill.
3. If there is excessive dirt under the running belt or inside the treadmill contact
customer service for assistance.
MAINTENANCE
