Moving The Treadmill; Belt Tensioning - LifeSpan DT5 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Tips

Belt Tensioning

If the belt begins to slip and needs to be tensioned, tension bolts are
accessible from the back of the treadmill. Before tensioning the belt, start the
treadmill and set the speed to 3 mph (5 kph).
A. Using a 6 mm Allen wrench, included in your hardware bag, turn the
right and left tension bolts 1/2 turn clockwise.
B. Test to see if the slipping is eliminated. If the belt slips repeat step A and
test again.
Note: Adjusting one side more than the other will cause the belt to
drift to the side of the treadmill and will require belt alignment. Check
to be sure the running belt is still aligned. If belt alignment is off as
shown below, refer to Belt Alignment section.
Turn both
Clockwise
to Tighten belt
CAUTION: DO NOT tighten more than 2 full turns on each side.
Over tensioning the belt can cause unnecessary friction and wear
and tear on the belt, motor and electronics.
Belt Alignment
A. Press Start, then increase the treadmill speed to 3 mph (5 kph).
B. Stand behind the treadmill to see which way the belt is drifting.
C. If the belt drifts to the left, turn the left adjustment bolt 1/4 turn
clockwise and the right adjustment bolt 1/4 turn counter-clockwise.
(See FIG. 1)
D. If the belt drifts to the right, turn the left adjustment bolt 1/4 turn
counter-clockwise and the right adjustment bolt 1/4 turn clockwise.
(See FIG. 2)
E. Observe the alignment for two minutes. Repeat steps A-D as needed.
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Turn both
Counter-clockwise
to Loosen belt
Belt Alignment (continued)
To move belt to the Right
Figure 1
Visit www.LifeSpanFitness.com for a full video demonstration on the aligning
your treadmill belt.
Moving the Treadmill Base
1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is turned OFF and the power cord is
unplugged from the wall.
2. Make sure nothing is on or near your treadmill which might spill, be
knocked off, or prevent the treadmill from moving.
3. Place both hands under the support bar located under the back of the
walking belt to make sure you have a solid lifting point.
4. Lift the back of the treadmill and roll to the desired location.
CAUTION: When lifting, use proper safety precautions and lifting
techniques. Bend your knees and elbows, keep your back straight
and lift evenly with both arms.
Maintenance and Tips
To move belt to the Left
Figure 2
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