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How To Keep Your Treadmill Running? |
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Buying a treadmill is hard enough. Choosing the best
out of many treadmills in the market is nigh impossible. But once you’ve
got the treadmill you’ve always wanted, are your worries truly over?
Well, they certainly are, but only if you maintain your treadmill
properly.
Your treadmill is probably the most
expensive fitness investment you’ve ever made. It’s only natural
therefore if you want to prolong its life. One of the ways to doing that
is to keep a regular maintenance schedule. A quality treadmill,
however, should not require frequent maintenance schedule. Upkeep for
your treadmill includes period dusting, and, if need be, occasional belt
lubrication. The following are some tips to help you maintain your
treadmill and prolong the life of your fitness investment.
Keep
it clean and dust free
The number one cause of premature belt failure
is dirt. That has always been the case ever since the first treadmill
was sold in the fitness equipment market. And the number one way of
avoiding dust from totally ruining your precious treadmill is to adopt a
cleaning routine of sorts.
Dusting between the belt and deck at
least once a week will ensure longevity of the machine. The deck should
be kept dry and debris-free at all times. In addition, make sure the
area where you place your treadmill is relatively dust-free, to minimize
the dust from getting between the belt and/or the deck.
Apply the
following cleaning procedure once a week or as needed
Wipe down
display with a mild solution of Non-Phosphate cleaner on damp soft
cotton. Cloth should be damp not wet.
Wipe down handrails and
traction strips with soft cotton cloth and mild soap and water. Cloth
should be damp not wet.
Vacuum or wipe down the deck area between
tread belt and frame.
For once a month cleaning
Unplug
treadmill. Let it sit for 10 minutes. Take off motor cover and vacuum
inside the motor area, being very careful not to directly touch the
static-sensitive electronics.
Slide clean towel under tread belt and
wipe deck and under the belt. Rotate belt 180 degrees and repeat.
Apply
lubrication (only when recommended) under tread belt.
Check drive
belt tension and adjust as necessary.
Check tread belt tension and
tracking and adjust as necessary.
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