Maintenance; Recommended Cleaning Tips; Deck And Belt Replacment; Adjusting The Belt - Matrix T3x Series Owner's Manual

4.1 RECOMMENDED CLEANING TIPS

1. Use a soft, clean cotton cloth. DO NOT use paper towels to clean surfaces on the
treadmill. Paper towels are abrasive and can damage surfaces.
2. Use a mild soap and damp cloth. DO NOT use ammonia based cleaner. This will cause
discoloring of the aluminum and plastics it comes into contact with.
3. Do not pour water or cleaning solutions on any surface. This could cause electrocu-
tion.
4. Wipe the console and side rails after every use.
5. Brush away any wax deposits from the deck and belt area. This is a common occurrence
until the wax is worked into the belt material.
Be sure to remove any obstructions from the path of the elevation wheels including
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power cords.
Monthly, unplug the treadmill and remove the motor cover. Check for debris and clean
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with a dry cloth or small vacuum nozzle. WARNING: Do not plug the treadmill in until
the motor cover has been reinstalled.
CAUTION This unit weighs 350 pounds. Be sure to have proper assistance to install and
move the unit in order to avoid injury to you or the unit.
4.2 DECK AND BELT REPLACEMENT
One of the most common wear and tear items on a treadmill is the Deck and Belt com-
bination. If these two items are not properly maintained they can cause damage to other
components. This product has been provided with the most advanced maintenance free
lubricating system on the market.
WARNING: Do not run the treadmill while cleaning the belt and deck. This can cause seri-
ous injury and can damage the machine.
Maintain the belt and deck by wiping the sides of the belt and deck with a clean cloth. The
user can also wipe under the belt 2 inches on both sides removing any dust or debris.
The deck can be flipped and reinstalled or replaced by an authorized service technician.
Please contact Matrix Fitness Systems for more information.

4.3 ADJUSTING THE BELT

After placing the treadmill in the position it will be used, the belt must be checked for
proper tension and centering. The belt might need to be adjusted after the first two hours
of use. Temperature, humidity, and use cause the belt to stretch at different rates. If the
belt starts to slip when a user is on it, be sure to follow the directions below.
STEP 1
Locate the two hex head bolts on the rear of the treadmill. The bolts are located
at each end of the frame at the back of the treadmill. These bolts adjust the rear
belt roller. Do not adjust until the treadmill is on. This will prevent over tighten-
ing of one side.
STEP 2
The belt should have equal distance on either side between the frame. If the belt
is touching one side, do not start the treadmill. Turn the bolts counter clockwise
approximately one full turn on each side. Manually center the belt by pushing
the belt from side to side. Tighten the bolts the same amount as when the user
loosened them, approximately one full turn. Inspect the belt for damage.
STEP 3 While the treadmill is running at 3 mph, observe the belt position. If it is moving
to the right, tighten the right bolt by turning it clockwise ¼ turn, and loosen the
left bolt ¼ turn. If it is moving to the left, tighten the left bolt by turning it clock-
wise ¼ turn and loosen the right ¼ turn. Repeat Step 3 until the belt remains
centered for several minutes.
STEP 4
Check the tension of the belt. The belt should be very snug. When a person walks
or runs on the belt, it should not hesitate or slip. If this occurs, tighten the belt
by turning both bolts clockwise ¼ turn. Repeat if necessary.

4.4 MAINTENANCE LAMP

There is a maintenance lamp on the console to remind the owner to do the scheduled
maintenance. When the treadmill's accumulated distance reaches 5000 miles, the main-
tenance lamp will light meaning maintenance is needed. The following is the maintenance
lamp key;
• Blue: It means that the treadmill needs to be maintained. To turn off maintenance light
after performing service, hold the INCLINE DOWN and SPEED DOWN at the same time for
3 seconds.
• Red: It means that the treadmill might have some problems, and needs to be checked.
Please contact MATRIX customer service.
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