User`s manual
TROUBLESHOOTING
Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and
follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please see the front cover of this manual.
1. SYMPTOM: THE CONSOLE DOES NOT
FUNCTION PROPERLY
3. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT SLIPS OR IS
OFF-CENTER
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a. Replace the batteries in the console (see assem-
bly step 6 on page 8).
b. Make sure that the reed switch is properly
adjusted (see assembly step 4 on page 7).
c. Make sure that the handrail wire is plugged fully
into the wire on the console (see assembly step
7 on page 8).
d.
The console, like most electronics, is susceptible
to static electricity build-up caused by certain
types of clothing or by the operation of the tread-
mill. If the display is blank or gives incorrect
readings, apply an anti-static spray to the
handrail. Anti-static spray is available where
laundry supplies are sold.
SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT DOES NOT
MOVE SMOOTHLY
a.
If the walking
belt is over-
tightened,
performance
may be
reduced and
the walking
belt may be
permanently
damaged.
Using the hex
key, turn both
roller adjust-
Walking
Belt
Screws
ment screws counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn.
When the walking belt is properly tightened, you
should be able to lift each edge of the walking
belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking platform.
Be careful to keep the walking belt centered.
Walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat
until the walking belt is properly tightened.
a.
b.
c.
if the walking
belt slips
when walked
on, use the
hex key to turn
both adjust-
ment screws
clockwise, 1/4
of a turn. When the walking belt is properly tight-
ened, you should be able to lift each edge of the
walking belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking
platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt cen-
tered. Walk on the treadmill for a few minutes.
Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.
if the walking
belt has shift-
ed to the left
side, use the
hex key to turn
the left adjust-
ment screw
clockwise, and
the right adjustment screw counterclockwise, 1/4
of a turn each. Be careful not to overtighten the
walking belt. Walk on the treadmill for a few min-
utes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered.
if the walking
belt has shift-
ed to the
right side, use
the hex key to
turn the left
adjustment
screw counter-
clockwise, and the right adjustment screw clock-
wise, 1/4 of a turn each. Be careful not to over-
tighten the walking belt. Walk on the treadmill for
a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is
centered.
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