MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING. Weslo WLTL29816.0, PFTL39511.4, 6.0 RT, Cadence R 5.2 Treadmill

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance is important for optimal performance and to reduce wear. Inspect and properly tighten all parts each time the treadmill is used.

Regularly clean the treadmill and keep the walking belt clean and dry. First, press the power switch into

the off position and unplug the power cord. Wipe exterior parts of the treadmill with a damp cloth and a small amount of mild soap. IMPORTANT: Do not

spray liquids directly onto the treadmill. To avoid damage to the console, keep liquids away from the

console. Then, thoroughly dry the treadmill with a soft towel.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, see the front cover of this manual.

SYMPTOM: The power does not turn on

frame near the power cord. If the switch protrudes as shown, the switch has tripped. To reset the power switch, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.

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Tripped

Reset

SYMPTOM: The power turns off during use

If the switch has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.

power cord is plugged in, unplug it, wait for five minutes, and then plug it back in.

reinsert it.

surge suppressor and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 12). Use only a surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 12.

IMPORTANT: If the treadmill is connected to an

AFCI-equipped outlet and your circuit breaker trips repeatedly when the treadmill is used, see the front cover of this manual to purchase an arc filter.

cover of this manual.

SYMPTOM: The walking belt slows when walked on

specifications described on page 12.

sure that the key is inserted into the console.

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formance may decrease and the walking belt may become damaged. Remove the key and UNPLUG

THE POWER CORD. Using the hex key, turn both idler roller screws counterclockwise, 1/4 of a turn.

When the walking belt is properly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt

2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

SYMPTOM: The walking belt is off-center or slips when walked on

a. If the walking belt is off-center, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. If the

walking belt has shifted to the left, use the hex

key to turn the left idler roller screw clockwise 1/2 of a turn; if the walking belt has shifted to the

right, turn the left idler roller screw counterclockwise 1/2 of a turn. Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered. b a

2–3 in.

Idler Roller Screws high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never

apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform unless instructed to do so by an authorized service representative. Such substances may deterio-

rate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.

If you suspect that the walking belt needs more lubricant, see the front cover of this manual.

b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER

CORD. Using the hex key, turn both idler roller screws clockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

b the front cover of this manual.

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