Sole Fitness S77, Owner'S Manual

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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 (
104 )
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.
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.
Note: Adjustment is through small hole in end
cap.