How to replace your treadmill belt
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How to Replace Your Treadmill Belt
Is it Time to Replace Your Treadmill Belt?
Is your treadmill belt looking worn, torn, or curling at the edges? Does your treadmill slow down when you step on it? If so, it might be time to replace the belt.
Before You Begin
Before diving into replacing your belt, here are a few things to check:
1. Inspect the Deck: Make sure the treadmill deck is in good condition. If it looks fine, it might just need waxing or lubrication.
2. Check for Wear: If the deck shows signs of wear or has grooves, you may need to replace both the belt and the deck.
3. Assess the Belt: If the deck is fine but the belt is worn, it's time for a replacement.
How to Replace the Treadmill Belt
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Safety First: Unplug the power cord and remove the motor cover or hood. Locate the screws or bolts for adjusting belt tension, typically found on the sides at the rear of the treadmill. Loosen them and push the rear roller toward the deck.
2. Remove the Rollers: Loosen and remove the front roller. If your treadmill inclines, raise it a few degrees to ease removal. Afterward, remove the rear roller.
3. Remove the Old Belt: Although it might be tempting to cut it off, removing it intact will help you remember how to place the new one.
4. Detach the Deck: Remove the screws or bolts holding the deck and lift the old belt and deck out together. Use this opportunity to wax or lubricate the deck.
5. Install the New Belt: Examine both the old and new belts. Align the new belt correctly, following any manufacturer’s markings.
6. Reattach the Deck: Place the belt over the deck, ensuring proper alignment, and secure the deck back onto the treadmill. Install the rollers before fully tightening the deck.
7. Adjust the Belt: Pull the belt to the rear and slide the rear roller through. Attach the screws lightly, then do the same for the front roller, making sure to replace the drive motor belt over the gear before tightening.
8. Test the Belt: Turn on the treadmill. Carefully step on it while holding the side rails. If the belt stops, adjust the tension by tightening each screw one full turn and test again.
9. Fine-tune the Tension: Gradually increase the speed to a fast walk, applying downward pressure as needed. If the belt hesitates, adjust further. Move to a jogging speed and check again. Continue adjusting until there's no slipping.
Final Thoughts
If you’re uncomfortable with any step, consider hiring a professional. Ensure your treadmill is safe and efficient for long-term use for you and your family.
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