How can I adjust or tighten the walking belt on my treadmill?



Click here to go to our Treadmill Repair, Troubleshooting section. Another way to reach it is to click here to return to our home page. At the side of our home page click on the "Treadmill Repair, Troubleshooting" link. In this section, you will find tips and an illustration that will help you adjust your belt.If you buy an Orbiter you will be even more excited about it a year from now.

Why is your treadmill so expensive?

When you consider that commercial and medical grade human treadmills cost from $3,000 to $10,000, we feel our product is priced competitively. In business for 30 years, we realize that quality comes at a cost to the consumer however the trade off is a product our customers will enjoy for a lifetime. No other treadmill manufacturer offers a limited lifetime warranty on all parts. The JOG A DOG treadmill is fabricated using high-quality, commercial grade components.There are many things to consider before running a dog on a treadmill designed specifically with the human in mind. Keep in mind, humans have a shorter gait than most dogs and thus require a shorter treadmill.

How do I decide which is the right treadmill for me?

Answer: There are many questions to ask to determine which treadmill is right for you. Below are only a few examples: What is your weight? Our models are rated for various user weights. Check the specifications of each model. How often and how much are you going to use the treadmill? If you are a marathon runner, then you will want to choose a model with a double-sided deck (T9600 or T9700 Series). However, if you are a casual walker, then the T9500HRT may be just right.Fortunately, there are now other ways to test the heart. For example, a nuclear scan can be done in conjunction with an injection of a medicine called Persantine. This medicine opens up the arteries around the heart so that any blocked arteries, which can't open, can be visualized on the scan.

What is this white powder coming from my treadmill?

Your treadmill features a maintenance-free walking belt coated with Performant Lube, a high-performance lubricant. During the first few hours of use, it is normal for a small amount of white powder to appear on the foot rails, walking platform and possibly the floor. The white powder is high-performance lubricant from the walking belt.When you consider that commercial and medical grade human treadmills cost from $3,000 to $10,000, we feel our product is priced competitively. In business for 30 years, we realize that quality comes at a cost to the consumer however the trade off is a product our customers will enjoy for a lifetime. No other treadmill manufacturer offers a limited lifetime warranty on all parts. The JOG A DOG treadmill is fabricated using high-quality, commercial grade components.

What are your standards for rating treadmills in your Home Treadmill Review section?

First understand that these ratings are only our opinion but we have been in the treadmill business for over 100 years collectively, so we know how a treadmill should be built and it is not easy to fool us. Here they are: 1) WALKING AREA should have at least a 18" x 52" surface to rate AVERAGE. A larger belt is not necessarily a good thing. Get a belt large enough to make sure you wont have any problems.First understand that these ratings are only our opinion but we have been in the treadmill business for over 100 years collectively, so we know how a treadmill should be built and it is not easy to fool us. Here they are: 1) WALKING AREA should have at least a 18" x 52" surface to rate AVERAGE. A larger belt is not necessarily a good thing. Get a belt large enough to make sure you wont have any problems.Fortunately, there are now other ways to test the heart.

What if I really can't go on a treadmill? How can I check my heart?

Fortunately, there are now other ways to test the heart. For example, a nuclear scan can be done in conjunction with an injection of a medicine called Persantine. This medicine opens up the arteries around the heart so that any blocked arteries, which can't open, can be visualized on the scan. That's not necessarily so. An EKG is very helpful for many things, but because it only shows the heart activity at rest, it can't really rule out coronary problems.Click here to go to our Treadmill Repair, Troubleshooting section. Another way to reach it is to click here to return to our home page.