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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Faith Prieur | Posted under Shopping and Product Reviews
The Treadmill Troubleshooting Guide
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Treadmill belts, while sturdy, may need to have some common, regular maintenance to insure a longer life span. To start, read the owner's manual to find out how to loosen the belt tension. By loosening the belts tension, the user can remove debris that may gather underneath the belt. In addition, it may be necessary to lubricate the rollers. The instructions for this task are also found conveniently in the owner's manual. While the tension is loose, you may also decide to check for the condition of the deck and the underside of the belt. Running your hand gently between the belt and the deck (be sure that the treadmill does not have the power to operate), you should be able to safely feel any abnormal ridges, grooves, or anomalies that could harm your treadmill. The Treadmill Troubleshooting Guide suggests you always consult the owner's manual for proper belt care. Sometimes the motor of the treadmill will not act up-to-par. Of course, this is frustrating for the user. The user wanted a workout, not to discover that the motor of the treadmill isn't working as it should. The Treadmill Troubleshooting Guide suggests that if you have any aversion to working with an electric motor, you should find a qualified repairperson. There are many tests to use on a common DC motor to discover if that is the true problem. Often, the motor is replaced only to discover that the motor was not the problem. Do some research and find which testing method you feel most comfortable performing. Nothing may be as frustrating to the user as to step on a working treadmill, only to have the motor come to a dead halt. Believe me when I say, the treadmill motor did not stop because of one too many scoops of ice cream last night. There are four common conditions that cause this unexpected motor loss: a worn belt or deck, a recent belt adjustment was too tight or loose, the motor torque is weak, or the controller is dropping out. These conditions are easily checked for at home. The Treadmill Troubleshooting Guide offers a few brief suggestions for the everyday user. However, I never suggest any user attempt anything they do not feel comfortable doing. Repairing a treadmill is, of course, no different. Professionals will gladly assist you, but as with any repairperson, protect yourself from possible frauds and rip-off artists. If something does not feel right, keep looking. About The Author: Faith is a fitness consultant at her local gym and has run in marathons for charitable causes. She has been a certified personal trainer and also participates in charity triathlons. She thinks finding the proper treadmill is essential for training and remaining healthy. At http://www.exerzise.com , you will find Faith's pros and cons of the best treadmill. |
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