S73 / S77
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S73 / S77
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General Maintenance
Belt and Bed
- Your treadmill uses a very high-efficient low-friction bed. Performance is
maximized when the bed 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 and Bed
- Your treadmill uses a very high-efficient low-friction bed. Performance is
maximized when the bed 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.
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
- Dirt, dust, and pet 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. Once a
year, you should remove the black motor hood and vacuum out dirt that may accumulate.
UNPLUG POWER CORD BEFORE THIS TASK.
General Cleaning
- Dirt, dust, and pet 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. Once a
year, you should remove the black motor hood and vacuum out dirt that may accumulate.
UNPLUG POWER CORD BEFORE THIS TASK.
BELT ADJUSTMENTS:
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 6 mm Allen wrench provided in
the parts package. The adjustment bolts are located at the end of the step rails as shown in
the diagram below.
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 6 mm Allen wrench 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.
Tracking / Tension
Adjustment
Tracking / Tension
Adjustment
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.
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.
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.