Life Fitness Treadmills are the best friend of fitness enthusiasts who don't want to brave the elements outdoors. The machines are continually advancing, offering consumers a wide variety of features to customize workouts and make exercise more enjoyable. A treadmill is a major investment, however, with some costing thousands of dollars. Good maintenance and careful use can extend the life of your treadmill and keep it performing like the day you brought it home.
- Set up your treadmill properly. Choose a location in your home where the machine won't be exposed to excessive dirt, dust or pet hair, which can cause wear and tear on the motor. Place the treadmill on a floor mat to further protect the motor and deck from sucking up carpet lint or floor dust while the machine is operating. (This has the additional benefit of protecting your floor surface from damage.) Make sure the machine is level, as this is important for the even cycling of belts.
- Regularly clean your treadmill. Wipe down exterior surfaces with a damp cloth to remove dirt and perspiration. Avoid harsh cleaners or solvents, which can damage surfaces or electronic components. Vacuum under and around the machine, and dust between the deck and belt. With the treadmill unplugged, remove the motor hood and vacuum underneath. These tasks should ideally be performed monthly.
- Keep the belt aligned. Your belt may get off center if the machine isn't perfectly level, or if regular users favor one leg over the other. Check your owner's manual for instructions with regard to adjusting the belt on your machine to correct this problem. Failure to do so can result in excessive wear on your belt and motor. You should also regularly check the tension on the belt and adjust according to manufacturer's recommendations.
- Lubricate the deck regularly. Most new treadmills come lubricated, so you shouldn't have to perform this task for several months. Keep an eye on the level of lubrication by lifting the belt and feeling the deck with your fingers. If you feel silicone, it's probably fine. But if the deck feels dry, apply a new coat of lubricant according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Most owner's manuals will also recommend a specific product for this.
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Regularly clean your treadmill. Wipe down exterior surfaces with a damp cloth to remove dirt and perspiration. Avoid harsh cleaners or solvents, which can damage surfaces or electronic components. Vacuum under and around the machine, and dust between the deck and belt. With the treadmill unplugged, remove the motor hood and vacuum underneath. These tasks should ideally be performed monthly.3
Keep the belt aligned. Your belt may get off center if the machine isn't perfectly level, or if regular users favor one leg over the other. Check your owner's manual for instructions with regard to adjusting the belt on your machine to correct this problem. Failure to do so can result in excessive wear on your belt and motor. You should also regularly check the tension on the belt and adjust according to manufacturer's recommendations.4
Lubricate the deck regularly. Most new treadmills come lubricated, so you shouldn't have to perform this task for several months. Keep an eye on the level of lubrication by lifting the belt and feeling the deck with your fingers. If you feel silicone, it's probably fine. But if the deck feels dry, apply a new coat of lubricant according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Most owner's manuals will also recommend a specific product for this.
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