9.23, 9.27 Treadmill
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Procedure 4.2 - Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
1.
Set the treadmill on/off switch in the “off” position and unplug the AC power cord from the
AC outlet.
2.
Remove the hood.
3.
Place the drive belt tension gauge on the drive belt as shown in Diagram 4.2.
Diagram 4.2 - Drive Belt Tension Gauge
4.
The gauge should read approximately 80 pounds. The drive belt tension is acceptable if it is
in the range of 70 to 90 pounds.
5.
If the drive belt tension is less than 70 or greater than 90 pounds, slightly loosen the four
drive motor mounting nuts. The drive motor mounts on slotted holes allowing the drive motor
to be move forward or rearward. Using the drive belt tension adjustment bolt, move the drive
motor forward or rearwards, as required, until the belt gauge reads approximately 80
pounds and tighten the four drive motor mounting nuts. See Diagram 4.3. Momentarily
remove the drive belt tension gauge from the drive belt. Replace the drive belt tension
gauge on the drive belt and re-adjust the drive belt tension, if necessary. Torque the four
drive motor mounting nuts to 180 inch pounds.