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XT285 Treadmill

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Your treadmill uses a very high-efcient low-friction deck. Performance is maximized

when the deck is kept as clean as possible. Use a soft, damp cloth, or paper towel,

wipe the edge of the belt and the area between the belt edge and the frame. Also

reach as far as practical directly under the belt edge. This should be done once a

month to extend belt and deck life. A mild soap and water solution along with a

nylon scrub brush will clean the top of the textured belt. Allow to dry before using.

BELT/DECK

This occurs during normal break-in or until the belt stabilizes. Sometimes the black

dust from the belt will appear on the oor behind the treadmill, this is normal.

BELT/DECK

Dirt, dust, and pet hair can block air inlets and accumulate on the running belt.

Please vacuum underneath your treadmill on a monthly basis to prevent excess

build-up of dirt that can get sucked up and get into the inner workings under the

motor cover. Once a year, you should remove the black motor hood and vacuum out

dirt that may accumulate. UNPLUG POWER CORD BEFORE THIS TASK.

GENERAL CLEANING

Tread-belt Tension Adjustment - Belt tension is not critical for most users. It is very

important though for joggers and runners in order to provide a smooth, steady

running surface. Adjustment must be made from the rear roller with the 6 mm Allen

wrench provided in the parts package. The adjustment bolts are located at the end

of the step rails as shown in the diagram below.

Tighten the rear roller only enough to prevent

slippage at the front roller. Turn the tread-belt

tension adjusting bolts 1/4 turn each and

inspect for proper tension by walking on the

belt and making sure it is not slipping or

hesitating with each step. When an adjustment

is made to the belt tension, you must be sure to turn the bolts on both sides evenly

or the belt could start tracking to one side instead of running in the middle of the

deck.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN – Over tightening will cause belt damage and premature

bearing failure. If you tighten the belt a lot and it still slips, the problem could actually

be the drive belt - located under the motor cover - that connects the motor to the

front roller. If that belt is loose it feels similar to the walking belt being loose.

Tightening the motor belt should be done by a trained service person.

BELT ADJUSTMENTS

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