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Running Belt Troubleshooting
Note: For optimal To prevent belt problems from occurring, verify the running belt is properly
performance during the adjusted and working smoothly by performing the following steps:
lifetime of the treadmill,
running belt adjust-
1. Feel the underside center of the running belt, for glaze. Glaze is
ments may become described as a smooth glass texture, the correct feeling should be a
necessary. All adjust- rough texture such as found on the undersides of the belt.
ments are performed
by adjusting the tail
roller Allen screws If glazed, replace the running belt. Contact your local retailer or act
with a 1/4” Allen STAR TRAC Product Support Department at 800-501-1221 or through
wrench. our web site at http://www.startrac.com.
2. Activate the treadmill. Stand at the back of the treadmill and visually
inspect the running belt. The running belt should move smoothly, without
drifting to far to the left or right. This will cause fraying or damage to the
running belt. For proper tension and tracking, refer to Running Belt
Tension and Running Belt Tracking in this section.
If you observe the following symptoms, running belt needs to be replaced
1. On/off switch tripping to the “off” position after treadmill is used for short
period of time.
2. Running belt continues to slip after tightening . (Provided the drive belt has
been checked for proper tension)
3. Edges of the running belt are frayed.
4. Running belt seam is coming apart.
5. Running belt beginning to fold in the middle.
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