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STEPPERS
Stepper Daily Maintenance
1)
Clean the entire machine using water and mild detergent such as “Simple Green”, or other Matrix
approved solutions (cleaning agents should be alcohol and ammonia free).
2)
Vacuum the floor beneath the unit to prevent dust or dirt building up which can affect the performance.
Stepper Bi-Annual Maintenance
1)
Remove the covers from the unit. Remove the 3 belt pulleys from each side (Figures 13 & 14). Clean
and lubricate the pulleys, then reinstall. (Matrix recommends using Superlube brand grease with PTFE
{Teflon} additive).
Figure 13
Figure 14
2)
Check the belts for damage, alignment, and proper tension. Replace as needed.
3)
Check the pedal foot pads for damage or wear. Replace as needed.
ELLIPTICAL MACHINES
Elliptical Daily Maintenance
1)
Clean the entire machine using water and mild detergent such as “Simple Green”, or other Matrix
approved solutions (cleaning agents should be alcohol and ammonia free).
Elliptical Quarterly Maintenance
1)
Check all connecting joint area bolts for tightness.
2)
Vacuum the floor beneath the unit to prevent dust or dirt building up which can affect the performance.
3)
Insure that there is little, or no free play at all, in the joint assemblies once the bolts have been tightened.
Installation of washer kits may be required if free play does not come out from tightening bolts.
4)
Check the pedal foot pad for damage or wear. Replace as needed.
