Precor M9.41si - Adjusting the Tension of the Belt.28; Power Cord Maintenance.28

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CAUTION: Stand to the side of the treadmill. Adjusting the Tension Of the Belt
The running belt begins moving automatically
after you press QUICK START. Proper belt tension is important for a smooth, steady run. If your physical condition permits, test
the belt tension by jogging at 6 mph (10 kph). If the belt tension is too loose, you will feel a pause
in the belt with each footplant (step).
To adjust the running belt tension, take the following steps:
1. M ake sure that the treadmill is OFF (0). If the treadmill is ON (I), switch it to OFF. Wait for
the running belt to come to a complete stop.
D lag ram 18 Adjusting tension of the belt
Running bed-
Side platform-
Rear roller-
Belt adjustment bolt-
Running belt
2. S tanding behind the treadmill use the rear belt adjustment bolts (see Diagram 17 on the
previous page and Diagram 18). Simply turn each bolt clockwise 1/4 turn to adjust the tension
of the belt.
CAUTION: Stand to the side of the treadmill.
The running belt begins mowng automatically
after you press QUICK START.
3. Insert the Safety key, turn ON the treadmill, press QUICK START, then increase the speed of
the running belt to 6 miles per hour (10 kph) by pressing the SPEED A key.
4. Jog on the running belt for 1 minute or more. If you feel a pause in the belt with each
footplant (step), you need to continue to adjust the belt tension.
CAUTION: If you hear a chafing sound or the
belt begins to tear or fray, stop the running belt
immediately by pressing the STOP key or
pulling the magnetic safety key out of the
electronic console. Contact your Precor sendee
representative.
5. Press STOP to stop the running belt.
6. Continue with steps 1 through 5 until the belt tension has been properly adjusted and you no
longer feel the pause In the belt with each footplant.
Important: Do not turn the adjusting bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time. Overtightening the
bolts can damage or cause premature failure of the precision bearings In the front and rear
rollers.
Power Cord Maintenance
When the M9.41si is in use, ensure that the power supply cord is away from moving parts and
cannot be damaged.
If the M9.41si power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the Precor part number
10667-101 which is a specific power supply cord. Call customer service to receive the appropriate
kit and its parts. The power supply cord can only be replaced in an authorized Precor repair shop
because special tools are required.
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