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When an adjustment is made to the belt tension, you must also make a tracking adjustment to
compensate for the change in belt tension. This is accomplished by turning both the tension and
tracking Allen bolts an equal amount. This adjustment should be made by turning both bolts clockwise
by no more than a 1/4 turn at a time.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
–Over tightening will cause belt damage and premature bearing failure. If you
tighten the belt a lot and it still slips, the problem could actually be the drive belt-located under the
motor cover - that connects the motor to the front roller. If that belt is loose it feels similar to the
walking belt being loose. Tightening the motor belt should be done by a trained service person.
TREAD-BELT
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
The performance of your treadmill is dependent on the frame running on a reasonably level surface.
If the frame is not level, the front and back roller cannot run parallel, and constant belt adjustment
may be necessary.
The treadmill is designed so that the tread-belt remains reasonably centered while in use. It is normal
for some belts to drift near one side while in use, depending on a user’s gait and if they favor one leg.
But if during use the belt continues to move toward one side, adjustments are necessary.
SETTING TREAD-BELT TRACKING
A 6mm Allen wrench is provided for this adjustment. Make tracking adjustments on the left side bolt.
Set belt speed at 3 mph. Be aware that a small adjustment can make a dramatic difference which may
not be apparent right away. If the belt is too close to the left side, then turn the bolt only a 1/4 turn to
the right (clockwise) and wait a few minutes for the belt to adjust itself. Continue to make 1/4 turns
until the belt stabilizes in the center of the running deck.
If the belt is too close to the right side, turn the bolt
counter-clockwise. The belt may require periodic
tracking adjustment depending on use and
walking/running characteristics. Some users may af-
fect tracking differently. Expect to make
adjustments as required to center the tread-belt.
Adjustments will become less of a maintenance
concern as the belt is used. Proper belt tracking is an
owner responsibility common with all treadmills.
ATTENTION:
DAMAGE TO THE RUNNING BELT RESULTING FROM IMPROPER TRACKING / TENSION
ADJUSTMENTS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY.
TREADMILL BELT
The walking belt on your new SOLE treadmill is made of the highest quality materials designed to last
even under punishing conditions. When a treadmill belt is brand new, and has been in the package for
a few months before use, a common occurrence can happen; the area of the belt that wraps around
the rollers will take on the shape of the roller. Upon starting the treadmill this shape in the belt causes
a thumping sound each time the belt moves past the rollers. Once the treadmill has been used for a
few workouts, the belt wears in and the thumping sound goes away. This noise is normal on new
higher end belts so there is no need to contact service; the new belt just requires a wear in period.
Thank you for choosing SOLE and enjoy your new treadmill.
