F85
TREADMILL
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GENERAL
MAINTENANCE
BELT & DECK
Your treadmill uses a very high-efficient low-friction deck. Performance is maximized when the
deck is kept as clean as possible. Use a soft, damp cloth, or paper towel, wipe the edge of the
belt and the area between the belt edge and the frame. Also reach as far as practical directly
under the belt edge. This should be done once a month to extend belt and bed life. A mild soap
and water solution along with a nylon scrub brush will clean the top of the textured belt.
Allow
to dry before using.
BELT DUST
This occurs during normal break-in or until the belt stabilizes. Sometimes the black dust from
the belt will appear on the floor behind the treadmill, this is normal.
GENERAL CLEANING
(Use the chart on Pg. 5 to record your maintenance)
Dirt, dust, and hair can block air inlets and accumulate on the running belt. Please vacuum
underneath your treadmill on a monthly basis to prevent excess build-up of dirt that can get
sucked up and get into the inner workings under the motor cover. Every other month, you
should remove the motor cover and carefully vacuum out dirt and hair that may
accumulate.
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE THIS TASK.
BELT
ADJUSTMENTS
Tread-belt Tension Adjustment - Belt tension is not critical for most users. It is very important
though for joggers and runners in order to provide a smooth, steady running surface. Adjustment
must be made from the rear roller with the M6 L Allen wrench (
132
) provided in the parts
package. The adjustment bolts are located at the end of the step rails as shown in the diagram
below.
Note
: Adjustment is through small hole in end cap.
Tighten the rear roller only enough to prevent
slippage at the front roller. Turn the tread-belt
tension adjusting bolts 1/4 turn each and inspect
for proper tension by walking on the belt and
making sure it is not slipping or hesitating with
each step. When an adjustment is made to the belt
tension, you must be sure to turn the bolts on both
sides evenly or the belt could start tracking to one
side instead of running in the middle of the deck.
Note:
Adjustment is through small hole in end cap.
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.
