Choosing a good machine is just as important as maintaining and lubricating its mechanisms. Lubricating your treadmill is essential and something you should take very seriously, not only for your safety—we don't want it to break down in the middle of a workout—but also to extend the machine's lifespan and ensure you get the most out of it.
Lubrication is paramount for the care and use of a treadmill. According to industry data, over 90% of technical problems with these machines stem from incorrect or nonexistent lubrication. It's important to remember that lubricating the belt reduces friction, prevents the motor from overheating, and helps extend the belt's lifespan.
And with the increase in sales of home fitness equipment, questions are also growing about how to lubricate and properly maintain them. Therefore, from Bodytone We're going to answer some frequently asked questions about this topic.
How to apply lubricant to your treadmill?
To lubricate the treadmill, we need a specific oil; not just any oil will do. This oil must be liquid silicone, the most commonly used and required type for most machines.
If your treadmill has a reservoir, you'll only need to refill it. However, if your machine doesn't have a reservoir, you'll have to do it manually by lifting the treadmill belt on one side and applying the lubricant between the deck and the belt, then repeating on the opposite side. Once you've applied the lubricant to both sides, run the treadmill for a couple of minutes at a low speed to allow the lubricant to spread. It's that easy.
What is the quantity to add?
The amount will depend on how often and how often you use it. For the first use, about 50-60 ml is enough. If you use too much lubricant, don't worry, the tape itself will expel the excess oil. Important: Do not apply it to the surface of the tape, as you will immediately fall and slip.
How often should you lubricate your treadmill?
It needs to be lubricated for the first use, and subsequent lubrication will depend on how often you use it. For example, if you use it 3 to 5 times a week, lubrication is needed every 6-8 weeks. Less frequent use will only require lubrication once every three months.
If my machine has a reservoir, do I need to lubricate the belt as well?
No, it's not necessary. If your treadmill has a reservoir, you only need to fill it at the filler neck. If it doesn't have a reservoir, you must fill it manually between the deck and the running belt. Furthermore, it's vital not to over-lubricate the treadmill belt, as this could cause it to slip.
Can I buy the lubricant on your website?
Of course, in our spare parts section on our website you can find the lubricant bottle compatible with all Bodytone products that require lubrication.
We've also included the YouTube videos available on our channel to help you properly lubricate your treadmill.
- With deposit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz0dEvGBUpU
- Manually: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSascAx8Z_s
Lubricating your treadmill is something you can't forget or neglect. Treadmills are the perfect allies for versatile training and weight loss, if that's your goal, but just as using them brings us benefits, we must also take care of them and help with their maintenance.
For all these reasons, from Bodytone We concluded that you can't use your treadmill properly if you don't lubricate and maintain it. But let's not forget that training is effective as long as it's consistent and the intensity is correct.
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