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Mark
March 15, 2025
How to adjust the tension? When I walk on it, the belt wants to slip on the roller. I have an older model. It’s the Proform 530.
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Mr. Anderson
March 15, 2025
To adjust the tension on a ProForm 530 treadmill to prevent the belt from slipping:
1. Unplug the power cord for safety. 2. Use the included Allen wrench to turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn. 3. Check the belt tension by lifting each side of the walking belt. It should lift 5 to 7 cm off the walking platform, with the center just touching the platform. 4. Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes. 5. Repeat the adjustment if necessary until the belt is properly tightened. 6. If the belt still slips, contact the Customer Service Department.
Fax: 0113-2411120 When ordering parts, please be prepared to give the following information: ¥ The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (PETL53000) ¥ The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (PROFORM 530 treadmill) ¨ ¥ The SERIAL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (see the front cover of this manual) ¥...
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SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretchÑnever bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Fat Burning WARNING: Before beginning To burn fat effectively, you must exercise at a relatively this or any exercise program, consult your low intensity level for a sustained period of time. During physician. This is especially important for in- the first few minutes of exercise, your body uses easily dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals accessible...
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14. Never start the treadmill whilst you are 19. When folding or moving the treadmill, make standing on the walking belt. Always hold the sure that the storage latch is fully closed. handrails whilst using the treadmill. 20. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill 15.
And when youÕre not exer- a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of cising, the unique 530 can be folded up, requiring less this manual for the location). than half the floor space of other treadmills.
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4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT SLOWS WHEN WALKED ON a. If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3-conductor, 14-gauge (1mm ) cord that is no longer than 1.5 me- ters (5 feet). b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING 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, please call our Customer Service Department at 0345-089009 (excluding holidays). 1. SYMPTOM: THE POWER DOES NOT TURN ON a.
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ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton.
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3. Insert one of the Handrails (1) into the tube at the upper end of the right Upright (11). Make sure that the flat part of the Handrail is on top. 4. Align the hole in the Handrail (1) with the hole in the Upright (11).
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1.
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Locate the small switch on the back of the console. When you are finished exercising, stop the Move the switch upward or downward to select kilome- walking belt and remove the key. tres or miles. Re-attach the console to the console base.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. IMPOR- TANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking platform. Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.
ON/RESET Button Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it before operating the console. CAUTION: Before operating the console, read the following precautions. ¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turn- ing on the power.
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modes are described below. Insert the key fully into the power switch. SpeedÑThis mode shows your speed, in kilome- Note: Inserting the key tres per hour or miles per hour. will not turn on the dis- plays. The displays will TimeÑThis mode shows the elapsed time.
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PART LISTÑModel No. PETL53000 R0700A Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Handrail Extension Leg Screw Key/Clip Console Screw Long Hood Screw Leg Bolt Battery Cover Circuit Breaker Foot Rail Frame Pivot Washer Lift Motor Frame Pivot Bolt Nylon Washer Receptacle Speed Potentiometer Motor Belly Pan...
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REMOVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING AND PART LIST FROM THE MANUAL Save this EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST for future reference. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see the back cover of the UserÕs Manual.
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Do you have a question about the 530 and is the answer not in the manual?
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How to adjust the tension? When I walk on it, the belt wants to slip on the roller. I have an older model. It’s the Proform 530.
To adjust the tension on a ProForm 530 treadmill to prevent the belt from slipping:
1. Unplug the power cord for safety.
2. Use the included Allen wrench to turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn.
3. Check the belt tension by lifting each side of the walking belt. It should lift 5 to 7 cm off the walking platform, with the center just touching the platform.
4. Plug in the power cord, insert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes.
5. Repeat the adjustment if necessary until the belt is properly tightened.
6. If the belt still slips, contact the Customer Service Department.
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