How to Clean a Treadmill

This video will show you how to properly clean a treadmill. For more information on equipment maintenance, check out our other maintenance videos.

Please read these health and safety precautions before starting any exercise.

Equipment Requirements:

1. Treadmill

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      1. Product shown is a Nautilus 614 treadmill, buy it now
2. Treadmill lubricant, buy it now

See below for more information.

Videography by: Twisted Pair Productions

Be sure to check out our other videos for more equipment maintenance, plus videos on how to set up and use your treadmill and other cardio equipment. 

Trainer: Nadine Robins

How to clean a treadmill:

1. For Daily maintenance

   1. With a damp cloth using hot water and/or anti-bacterial soap - wipe away any sweat, dust, or other foreign material from entire machine

2. For Weekly maintenance
   1. With a damp cloth using hot water and/or anti-bacterial soap - wipe away any sweat, dust, or other foreign material from entire machine
   2. Vacuum floor area around and under treadmill

3. For Monthly maintenance

   1. Unplug machine 

   2. Remove motor hood and lightly vacuum and/or dust parts

   3. Check power cord for damage

   4. Make sure handles, pedestals, and other parts are secure, and that screws are tight

   5. Check walk belt tension and alignment. Adjust if necessary. Do not over tighten.  See user manual.

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