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Procedure 4.2 - Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
1.
Set the treadmill on/off switch in the “off” position and unplug the AC power cord from the
AC outlet.
2.
Remove the hood.
3.
Place the drive belt tension gauge on the drive belt as shown in Diagram 4.2.
Diagram 4.2 - Drive Belt Tension Gauge
4.
The gauge should read approximately 80 pounds. The drive belt tension is acceptable if it is
in the range of 70 to 90 pounds.
5.
If the drive belt tension is less than 70 or greater than 90 pounds, slightly loosen the four
drive motor mounting nuts. The drive motor mounts on slotted holes allowing the drive motor
to be move forward or rearward. Move the drive motor forward or rearwards, as required,
until the belt gauge reads approximately 80 pounds and tighten the four drive motor
mounting nuts. See Diagram 4.3. Momentarily remove the drive belt tension gauge from the
drive belt. Replace the drive belt tension gauge on the drive belt and re-adjust the drive belt
tension, if necessary. Torque the four drive motor mounting nuts to 180 inch pounds.