TREADMILL
WOODWAY 4FRONT – ELG – DESMO
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Cleaning and Inspection
CAUTION: Turn off treadmill and disconnect power cord before cleaning.
Weekly:
# Clean handrail, front display panel, cosmetic
covers & running belt.
Inspect
power cord. (make sure all prongs are present & cord is not frayed or cut)
# Check overall condition of the treadmill.
Replace Necessary part.
# Move, and vacuum underneath the treadmill.
# Check magnet assembly. (magnet, lanyard &
clip)
# Ensure the red emergency stop button is
functioning correctly. (*ELG treadmill)
Every Six (6) Months:
Every Six (6) Months:
# Vacuum inside the treadmill (unplug and remove
cosmetic covers)
# Inspect all nuts and bolts. Tighten or replace
as needed.
# Clean running surface with a diluted cleaner
such as 409 or Fantastic. Ratio 50/50.
# Check drive belt – replace if teeth are
missing or shredded.
# Inspect running belt (tighten all slat
screws & check belt tension)
# Inspect the set screws on shaft bearings
# Check calibrations
Yearly:
Yearly:
# Grease bearings on front idler shaft &
rear drive shaft.
# Grease rear drive shaft pulleys
# Grease elevation racks & chains
# Remove 2 belt slats to clean bearing rails
& the inside of the running belt
Seasonally:
In autumn & winter remember that the dry
climate in many regions of the country will cause a greater static discharge to
occur when the treadmill is used. Be sure to spray the running surface with a
staticide spray regularly to prevent static shock to the treadmill users and to
prevent interference with the treadmill’s electronic systems.
Lubrication
Lubrication: Black or White lithium grease is
recommended
Bearings
Bearings
Almost all of the bearings used in the treadmill are
pre-lubricated and do not need to be greased. On a yearly basis, the four (4)
bearings located at the front and rear shaft will need to be lubricated. One pump
of grease can be inserted into the zirk fittings on the bearings. A grease gun
with a flex bit will be needed for this portion. The bolts that secure the
bearings to the frame need to be tightened if necessary. The set screws on the
bearing collars need to be tightened and should have red loctite on them to
ensure they stay tight. All set screw torque settings need to be at 78 in lbs.
The ELG torque setting for the set screws needs to be 273 in lbs.
Running Belt
The teeth on the bottom of the running belt are
pre-lubricated to aid in reducing noise. There is no need to lubricate the
teeth. If running belt is rubbing against the side of the drive pulleys, then a
small amount of grease (i.e. Molykote or equal) on the edges of the belt slats
will help reduce noise. Apply grease to the teeth on the back drive shaft to
help the belt stay aligned properly.
Running Shaft Assembly
The rear drive shaft pulleys should be greased
once a year. A bead of grease can be applied to each set of teeth. Use
sparingly. Inspect the teeth for any damage. If the teeth are damaged, the
drive shaft assembly will need to be replaced as the running belt will not stay
aligned or tensioned correctly.
Drive Belt
Drive Belt
As in the case of the running belt, the
application of grease on the edge of the drive belt is only needed to reduce
belt squeak and should be used sparingly. The drive belt is a cogged tooth belt
and may stretch; tighten if necessary. Inspect drive belt to make sure all
teeth are present. Replace drive belt if teeth are missing or if belt is
shredding.
Incline System
The incline systems on WOODWAY treadmills are
greased at the factory. If utilized for many hours or in a very dusty
environment, system will need to be checked. If needed, a small amount of
grease can be applied to the elevation racks and also applied to the elevation
chains. Do not use too much grease. Make sure the hardware that holds the
elevation blocks to the racks is secure and tight.
Note: Use a minimal amount of
lubrication to prevent excess dirt and debris from sticking to the machine after cleaning.
Adjustments and Calibration
Incline System
Adjustments and Calibration
Incline System
The Rack and Pinion style incline system is used
in WOODWAY treadmills. The 15% & 25% incline systems use similar components
and only differ in rack travel.
Bearing Rails
Bearing Rails
Remove 2 running belt slats to access the
bearing rail assemblies. Clean the bearing rails and replace any bearing that
is causing a noise issue or that does not spin freely.
Running Belt
Running Belt
The running belt should not require adjustment.
However, if the running belt or associated parts have been changed, then belt
tension should be checked and set at 8.5 for Mercury and Desmo models and 8.25
for Path and Wide Path treadmills.
Handrails
Handrails
Inspect/tighten all hardware. Replace any hardware that is
stripped or missing. Inspect the handrail clamps for cracking.
Treadmill Mounting Feet
Treadmill Mounting Feet
TOOLS NEEDED: 2 FT LEVEL, ¾ INCH WRENCH If
treadmill wobbles or seems unstable, mounting feet must be checked. Using the
level, check both ends of the treadmill. Loosen the tensioning nut and turn the
foot until it is at the correct level. Tighten the tensioning nut.
ELG with Gantry
Inspect/tighten all hardware on gantry. Replace
any hardware that is stripped or missing. Inspect safety harness system.
Note: When moving the treadmill the frame may flex. If treadmill seems unstable, push
handrail to one side or the other. If treadmill is still unstable check mounting feet for
adjustment.
Note: When moving the treadmill the frame may flex. If treadmill seems unstable, push
handrail to one side or the other. If treadmill is still unstable check mounting feet for
adjustment.
Troubleshooting
1. No Display:
1. No Display:
If the treadmill’s display does not light up
when powered on, check the following items:
# Input power fuse – replace if blown
# Power coming out of wall outlet
# Check power with another piece of equipment
(radio, fan, etc.). Check main fuse or circuit breaker, move to another outlet.
# Is the treadmill plugged in?
# Is the safety magnet installed or positioned
correctly? Try to reposition. Check all connectors at circuit boards.
2. Belt Movement
2. Belt Movement
# Is the safety magnet on?
# Is the display working properly?
# If the display works, and/or the incline
works, unplug the treadmill and wait at least 60 seconds before plugging it
back in.
BELT TIGHT/HARD TO PUSH
First, determine if display board is illuminated
and/or if the incline system is working. This information will help our service
technician in advising you where the source of the problem may be.
BELT BINDING
Check for
obstructions and remove if possible.
3. Incline Does Not Work
# Check for any noises from the incline motor
(brake sticking/motor stalled)
# Check if incline limit switches are tripped.
# Check for broken chain, or if chain has jumped
off of any sprockets.
# Check if the potentiometer is adjusted
correctly.
4. Erratic or Blinking Display
4. Erratic or Blinking Display
# Probable causes: Low line voltage; too much
load on the same line.
# Make sure treadmill is on a dedicated
electrical circuit.
3 Display power supply on Interface board is
defective.
5. Squeaking Sounds:
5. Squeaking Sounds:
Possible causes:
# Noisy bearing . Try greasing or replacing
the bearing.
# Drive
belt rubbing against the drive pulley, try greasing the edge of the drive belt
with a little all-purpose grease.
# Running belt rubbing against drive pulleys,
try lightly greasing the teeth on the drive shaft, and let the treadmill run at
a slow speed for a couple of minutes to spread grease evenly. (NOTE: Too much
grease will make a mess and will accumulate dust).
# Check for a defective guide roller or Z roller bearing on the bearing rail, replace if defective.
# Check for a defective guide roller or Z roller bearing on the bearing rail, replace if defective.
