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TREADMILLS - Continued
Treadmill Daily Maintenance Items
1) Clean the entire machine using water and mild detergent such as “Simple Green”, or other Matrix approved
solution (cleaning agents should be alcohol and ammonia free), including: console, handlebar/grip area, and
running belt.
2) Check the Emergency Stop Button (Figure 1) and Safety Cord (Figure 2) for proper operation.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Treadmill Monthly Maintenance Items
1) Inspect the power cord for damage, inspect hand grip areas, and inspect the Emergency Stop Button and
Safety Cord.
2) Vacuum the floor beneath the unit to prevent dust or dirt building up which can affect the performance.
3)
It is especially important to check the running belt for tension after the first 30 days of usage. All new belts will
stretch and belt “slippage” can be detected by users if the running belt does not have the proper tension.
To check the running belt for proper tension:
a. First center the belt. Start the treadmill at 6.0 mph. Turn the left rear roller screw clockwise
to move the belt right (Figure 3) or the right rear roller screw clockwise to move the belt left
(Figure 4). Make adjustments ½ turn at a time, and wait for at least a minute between
adjustments for the belt to equalize.
Figure 3 Figure 4