Performing regular maintenance on your treadmill will help ensure that it is working at maximum efficiency at all times. Lubricating the treadmill is an essential part of regular maintenance because an improperly lubricated belt can slip or stick, which can cause serious injury to you or damage to the treadmill. Fortunately, lubricating your treadmill is a relatively quick process.
Step 1
Turn off the power to your treadmill and unplug it from its power outlet.
Step 2
Loosen the belt by turning the tension-adjustment screws several turns counterclockwise; do not loosen them so much that the rear roller falls off. The screws are usually on the sides of the treadmill at the rear of the walking deck; refer to your owner’s manual if you are unsure of the location of the tension screws.
Step 3
Lift the belt and use a soft brush, duster or compressed air to remove any dirt trapped between the belt and the deck. If you apply lubricant to a dirty surface, it will spread unevenly and be significantly less effective.
Step 4
Lift the belt and squeeze half of a tube of your manufacturer’s recommended treadmill lubricant onto one side of the walking deck. Apply the lubricant lengthwise in an even strip from the rear to the front of the treadmill. Repeat this process on the other side of the walking deck.
Step 5
Retighten the tension-adjustments screws.
Step 6
Start the treadmill and allow it to run on its own for at least five minutes; this will cause the lubricant to spread evenly across the belt. Do not walk on the treadmill during this process; doing so can result in serious injury.
Step 7
Stop the treadmill and step onto the walking belt. Restart the treadmill at a low rate of speed to test the belt. Adjust the tension or centering of your belt according to the procedures in your owner’s manual, if necessary.
Things You'll Need
- Soft brush, duster or compressed air
- Screwdriver
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