Most of us love to set up a home gym to exercise regularly at our convenience. One of the most sought-after equipment for this is none other than a treadmill.
Working out at home is also advantageous in many other ways—we can watch TV, listen to any music, or see our favorite videos while exercising.
The most important part of a home gym is choosing the right piece of fitness equipment and selecting the right model.
Though all these advantages are impressive, what’s the solution when something goes wrong?
While the people at the gym can handle such problems, how about dealing with such issues at home—for instance, if the treadmill is stuck on an incline?
Table of Contents
Handling a Treadmill Stuck on Inclination
Once you realize that the treadmill is stuck at an inclined position, don’t force anything as we don’t want a damaged unit after all.
First and foremost, switch off the machine and then once again turn on the power switch. If there is no change, try unplugging the machine for a full 30 seconds before plugging it back in.
Sometimes, these steps must be done whenever we exercise, but this becomes a routine in due course.
When none of these provide positive results, it is time to reset after checking the manufacturer.
Going through the manual can help in understanding the reset process and getting it done rapidly.
Called a ‘factory reset,’ this process wipes out any custom programs made but is safe for the machine.
Understand the Warranty
We get a receipt as soon as we purchase the treadmill, and in this receipt, we have details about the warranty offered. Check out if the machine is still covered under warranty and if yes, refrain from doing something that could nullify the warranty.
For instance, tampering with the motor, unscrewing the covers, or likewise.
Once you confirm that the machine is still under warranty, it’s time to call or mail the manufacturer to get the treadmill repaired.
In case the treadmill is still under warranty, the company doesn’t charge anything for repair. But, it is better to confirm before proceeding with any repair.
Also, if any manuals are required, get in touch with the company through email or phone.
Even if the machine is not under warranty and you might be charged, it is better to go through the company as they have experts who can solve the problem without issues.
Getting it Repaired by Ourselves
Some individuals are experienced in handling issues with the treadmill or have the confidence in solving the queries as you are from an electric background.
Some other individuals would have repaired the treadmill by themselves and hence, are aware of the presence of the incline motor.
Hence, it makes it easy for repair as these people are aware of tripped wires or other electrical problems.
If you are confident in handling the issues, there is abundant information available on the internet explaining in detail various problems people face and the repairs done by them.
Final Thoughts
Investing in a treadmill is an expensive affair, and hence, any problems arising in its functioning must be addressed immediately and sorted out.
Individuals used to exercising regularly would surely find it difficult to stay without exercising even for a couple of days.
Having some problem with the machine affects our regular fitness activity and to avoid all such problems, we must maintain the treadmill regularly without fail.
Though frequent maintenance doesn’t mean that the treadmill will escape from inclination-related problems, it is worth giving a try.
Maintenance involves a couple of factors that must be done at different intervals—some things must be done after using it every time, some others monthly, bi-monthly, and more.
It is also recommended that we do an annual service regularly to maintain the machine in a safe condition.
