Star Trac 7700 Running Belt Tensioning Procedure, Frequency Recommended Preventative Maintenance

Running Belt Tensioning Procedure

Applies to models: 4500, 4000, 3900, 4200, 5500, 5600, 6500, 6600, 7500, 7600 and 7700

Proper running belt tension and tracking are important to maintain the performance and life of the belt. Star Trac recommends following this tensioning and tracking procedure whenever the running belt or deck are replaced or as needed.

Time Required
￿	10 minutes
Parts Required
￿	Masking tape
￿	Ruler or tape measurer
￿	Pen or pencil
Tools Required
￿	1/4” Allen wrench
Frequency		Recommended Preventative Maintenance
After 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km) OR 1 Month		Clean Deck with dry cloth and Retighten Belt
Whichever comes first.		using procedure below.
After: 6,000 Miles (10,000 Km) OR 6 Months		Clean Deck with dry cloth. Clean between belt
		and deck with towel while treadmill is running.
	12,000 Miles (20,000 Km) OR 12 Months
	18,000 Miles (30,000 Km) OR 18 Months	If rollers have dirt build-up, scrape off with
	24,000 Miles (40,000 Km) OR 24 Months	credit card, plastic putty knife or similar non-
	30,000 Miles (50,000 Km) OR 30 Months	scratching instrument (Do not use metal against
		rollers). Retighten Belt using procedure below.
Whichever comes first.

Step 1

Release tension of running belt by unscrewing the tension screws until the roller touches the finger-guard. The belt should be completely relaxed. (Note: This applies to both left & right finger-guards.)

Fig 1

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