Running belt maintenance – Cybex 525T Treadmill User Manual
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2. Tighten the four front cover screws using a Phillips screwdriver. Be sure the screws are
securing the motor cover’s tabs.
Contact Heart Rate Grips — Contaminants, such as hand lotions, oils or body powder, may come off
on the contact heart rate grips. These can reduce sensitivity and interfere with the heart rate signal.
It is recommended that the user have clean hands when using the contact heart rate. Clean the grips
using a cloth dampened with a cleaning solution containing rubbing alcohol.
Running Belt Maintenance
Belt and Deck — Wipe the belt surface and the deck area with a clean dry towel to minimize
the effect of friction between the deck and the running belt. This should be done often to prevent
premature wear of the deck, running belt, and the drive motor system. See the Service Schedule at
the end of this chapter.
The running belt may become loose and slip on the drive roller with each foot plant. If it does, follow
the Tension and Center the Belt procedure below. See the Service Schedule in this chapter for a
minimum schedule for checking the belt tension.
Tension and Center the Belt — If the belt is slipping under each step perform this procedure:
Tools Required
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3/4” Socket wrench