Hi Thanks for using FixYa. While the line is on go to breaker box see what size breaker you are running, increase to a twenty amp. If a fridge or freezer is on same line, find a new outlet on another line. Although your 20 amp circuit should be able to handle the two loads - if the fridge compressor should happen to cycle at the same time you’re cranking away at the treadmill...the two motors combined in-rush currents together may be close to overload.
Generally (and in compliance with Code article 210.52)...the refrigerator should already have its own dedicated circuit. But - in older homes... (Wired back before the 2 small appliance circuits plus fridge circuit in kitchen requirements codes were in place) you often will find other receptacles on the same circuit as the fridge. So having a dedicated circuit for the fridge isn't because it's a big power draw...only because it's an essential item....and a circuit you want to maintain power to avoid spoilage. The Treadmill should have its own dedicated 20 amp circuit...as recommended in the specs for the unit. That's not to say you'll burn the house down if you continue to operate the circuit as it....just that you are pushing it to the max IF both motors happen to peak at the same time. Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for further assistance. Thanks Rylee
Please follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue:
Clean and routinely maintain the running belt. The belt may be worn if the treadmill stops operating or trips the circuit breaker. Look for any tears in the belt. Test the belt by putting the treadmill at full incline. If it does not shut off, you may need to replace the belt. You can try lubricating it first, but the safest fix is simply to replace it.
Step 2 Tighten the running belt if it is loose. A belt can slip if there is too much friction. Be careful not to tighten the belt too much, though. You should be able to lift the belt at least 3 inches.
Step 3 Push the belt in the direction that it normally turns. Turn off the power before you start. If the belt is difficult to turn, there is high belt/deck friction. However, if the belt moves freely, that's not the problem.
Step 4 Examine the roller sleeve to see if it is centered on the running belt. If not, this could cause the belt to move to one side. Often a common problem with treadmills, you can try making adjustments yourself, but eventually you may need to replace the sleeve or roller.
Step 5 Stop the treadmill and immediately unplug the power cord from the outlet if you notice a burning smell. Overheating could be a sign that there is too much friction or a short in the wiring. Examine the belt and deck for any signs of wearing. If they check out alright, inspect the wiring. Replace any damaged parts as needed.
Step 6 Check to make sure that the power switch is on if you suddenly lose power. If this isn't the cause of the power loss, unplug the treadmill from the wall outlet and individually test the fuses, breakers and switches. Test the wall outlet first, as a fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped.
Step 7 Allow the treadmill to run at a speed of 2.5 mph without anyone walking on it if you notice fluctuations in the speed. The speed should be constant. If not, there could be a problem with the motor.
Step 8 Test the motor using a fully charged lantern battery. The motor should still operate at slow speed.
Step 9 Replace the batteries in the panel if it dims. If the batteries aren't the problem, check to see that all the wiring is still intact. Sometimes a wire pulls loose.
Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for further assistance.
Thanks Rylee
Please follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue:
Clean and routinely maintain the running belt. The belt may be worn if the treadmill stops operating or trips the circuit breaker. Look for any tears in the belt. Test the belt by putting the treadmill at full incline. If it does not shut off, you may need to replace the belt. You can try lubricating it first, but the safest fix is simply to replace it.
Step 2 Tighten the running belt if it is loose. A belt can slip if there is too much friction. Be careful not to tighten the belt too much, though. You should be able to lift the belt at least 3 inches.
Step 3 Push the belt in the direction that it normally turns. Turn off the power before you start. If the belt is difficult to turn, there is high belt/deck friction. However, if the belt moves freely, that's not the problem.
Step 4 Examine the roller sleeve to see if it is centered on the running belt. If not, this could cause the belt to move to one side. Often a common problem with treadmills, you can try making adjustments yourself, but eventually you may need to replace the sleeve or roller.
Step 5 Stop the treadmill and immediately unplug the power cord from the outlet if you notice a burning smell. Overheating could be a sign that there is too much friction or a short in the wiring. Examine the belt and deck for any signs of wearing. If they check out alright, inspect the wiring. Replace any damaged parts as needed.
Step 6 Check to make sure that the power switch is on if you suddenly lose power. If this isn't the cause of the power loss, unplug the treadmill from the wall outlet and individually test the fuses, breakers and switches. Test the wall outlet first, as a fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped.
Step 7 Allow the treadmill to run at a speed of 2.5 mph without anyone walking on it if you notice fluctuations in the speed. The speed should be constant. If not, there could be a problem with the motor.
Step 8 Test the motor using a fully charged lantern battery. The motor should still operate at slow speed.
Step 9 Replace the batteries in the panel if it dims. If the batteries aren't the problem, check to see that all the wiring is still intact. Sometimes a wire pulls loose.
Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for further assistance.
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Hi
Thanks for using FixYa. While the line is on go to breaker box see what size breaker you are running, increase to a twenty amp. If a fridge or freezer is on same line, find a new outlet on another line. Although your 20 amp circuit should be able to handle the two loads - if the fridge compressor should happen to cycle at the same time you’re cranking away at the treadmill...the two motors combined in-rush currents together may be close to overload.
Generally (and in compliance with Code article 210.52)...the refrigerator should already have its own dedicated circuit. But - in older homes... (Wired back before the 2 small appliance circuits plus fridge circuit in kitchen requirements codes were in place) you often will find other receptacles on the same circuit as the fridge. So having a dedicated circuit for the fridge isn't because it's a big power draw...only because it's an essential item....and a circuit you want to maintain power to avoid spoilage. The Treadmill should have its own dedicated 20 amp circuit...as recommended in the specs for the unit. That's not to say you'll burn the house down if you continue to operate the circuit as it....just that you are pushing it to the max IF both motors happen to peak at the same time.
Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for further assistance.
Thanks
Rylee
Please follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue:
Clean and routinely maintain the running belt. The belt may be worn if the
treadmill stops operating or trips the circuit breaker. Look for any tears in
the belt. Test the belt by putting the treadmill at full incline. If it does not
shut off, you may need to replace the belt. You can try lubricating it first,
but the safest fix is simply to replace it.
Step 2
Tighten the running belt if it is loose. A belt can slip if there is too much
friction. Be careful not to tighten the belt too much, though. You should be
able to lift the belt at least 3 inches.
Step 3
Push the belt in the direction that it normally turns. Turn off the power
before you start. If the belt is difficult to turn, there is high belt/deck
friction. However, if the belt moves freely, that's not the problem.
Step 4
Examine the roller sleeve to see if it is centered on the running belt. If
not, this could cause the belt to move to one side. Often a common problem with
treadmills, you can try making adjustments yourself, but eventually you may need
to replace the sleeve or roller.
Step 5
Stop the treadmill and immediately unplug the power cord from the outlet if
you notice a burning smell. Overheating could be a sign that there is too much
friction or a short in the wiring. Examine the belt and deck for any signs of
wearing. If they check out alright, inspect the wiring. Replace any damaged
parts as needed.
Step 6
Check to make sure that the power switch is on if you suddenly lose power. If
this isn't the cause of the power loss, unplug the treadmill from the wall
outlet and individually test the fuses, breakers and switches. Test the wall
outlet first, as a fuse may have blown or a circuit breaker tripped.
Step 7
Allow the treadmill to run at a speed of 2.5 mph without anyone walking on it
if you notice fluctuations in the speed. The speed should be constant. If not,
there could be a problem with the motor.
Step 8
Test the motor using a fully charged lantern battery. The motor should still
operate at slow speed.
Step 9
Replace the batteries in the panel if it dims. If the batteries aren't the
problem, check to see that all the wiring is still intact. Sometimes a wire
pulls loose.
Please do accept the solution if the issue is resolved or else revert for further assistance.
Thanks
Rylee