Preventative Maintenance On A Nordictrack Treadmill (No Unnecessary Dialogue)

Maintenance on your treadmill is the key to keeping it going for years to come! I can't stress enough the importance of lubricating the deck. Your feet are always in the same spot on the treadmill, and if you don't keep it lubricated, you will start to wear past the finish of the deck. When this happens, added stress to the motor and the controller from the excess friction will create a domino effect of problems to come.
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Preventative maintenance performed on a Nordictrack A2350 Treadmill.
00:00 Remove The Hood
00:27 Check The Motor Drive Belt
00:41 Adjust The Reed Switch
01:00 Check Wiring And Connectors
01:14 Clean The Bottom Of The Tread
01:31 Loosen The Tread
01:42 Clean The Deck
01:55 Lubricate The Deck/Belt
03:35 Calibrate
04:34 Adjust The Tread
06:03 Install The Hood
06:13 Tighten The Hardware
06:28 Lubricate The Storage Prop
08:06 Clean The Tread

[@AnthonyDD]

Awesome video. Thanks!

[@user-yp5qz4cc6e]

Excellent video, Thank You so Much.❤

[@mogomega8825]

Very good video 👍 I wonder why is my treadmill is not going into calibration mode? i do exact the same procudure as you, what could be wronge? Nordictrack T7

[@yasmidelefort3824]

Hello very good video so i have a Norditrack C1900 it just slide one time and it stop what's wrong with it an how can i fix it

[@TheWiscoKid]

Looks like a Jamiroquai video at 7:06 :-)

[@DangeloGedeon]

Would a sillicone lubricant work on a Nordic Track T6.5s?

[@VijayPatel-nj8xs]

I have 1750 but some reason it stop inclining upward. As soon as machine it start it goes down ward to -3 setting and never incline. I have tried to incline more and see if that help but it didn't. Any suggestion for solution. Right now, i have manually set it is on 0 and remove incline motor cable so it does not go down. Love to fix so i can use inline function.

[@pat4eva09]

Great video!

[@nancy1543]

Hi I have a Nordictrak C2255 and its stopping out of Nowhere?? Help if you can??

[@sim5099]

My nordic track c700 got noisier I couldn’t loosen using allen key

[@jonardjunio]

Engineers are very smart, they’ll make a machine so they can keep their Job

[@jagirphul7545]

Is there any mechanic to fix Nordic treadmill in Edmonton

[@amylchapman]

Great video! I got most done except None of my Allen wrenches seem to fit so I can’t adjust the roller belt. Isn’t the Allen wrench needed a common size?

[@gitfit875]

7/32

[@amylchapman]

@@gitfit875 thank you 😊

[@erikajennings9055]

Can I use "Pure Silicone" from the hardware store? It say's its good on metal, rubber, plastic and does not attract dust?

[@gitfit875]

Yes....100% silicone

[@davidkempson2091]

Im working on a Nordic Track A2350 for a family member. They haven't used it in about 8 years. The belt doesn't move easily, but I don;t want to go through the process of cleaning and lubricating until I can test the motor. Can I do this simply by loosening the belt and powering up? I get a flashing red light on the circuit board when I engage the belt drive now.

[@gitfit875]

The flashing light means the controller is sending voltage to the motor. Maybe try calibration (I have a video on that). When you adjust the potentiometer to get accurate speed during the calibration process, and you can't get it slow enough, that would suggest motor problems because it's drawing too much power. If its not going at all, or stops immediately when you step on the belt, that would suggest controller issues. Unfortunately these things play off each other, so it's possible you have issues with both. The motor is a dc motor, you can apply voltage directly to it with a drill battery as well to test it (got a video on that as well).

[@greatwhitenorth3717]

Will this only work on specific models..the calibration..? We have a C700.

[@gitfit875]

Similar.... if I'm thinking of the right machine, it might be just holding down stop on yours while applying the safety key, then scroll through different settings with up/ down arrow keys

[@eeriepicnic]

I've adjusted the orange (pot) screw on a Nordictrack T4.0 (same as T5ish) all the way counter-clockwise to try and get close to +/- .3 but im still about 2.0 major speeds higher than max 10 @ 85%. Anything else i can do? (btw best videos ever thank you)

[@gitfit875]

Double check the machine isn't running in metrics (kph instead of mph)

[@eeriepicnic]

@@gitfit875 Embarrassed. Fixed thank you!

[@gitfit875]

Hahahaha..... I've bought and replaced controllers before noticing it "mysteriously" changed measurements on me.

[@gabrielmerza6904]

Hello I have same treadmill Nordic track A2350 and the bearing start making noise , any idea what is the size of rear bearing ? Other question what is the size of the brushes? Thank you

[@gitfit875]

Off the top of my head I don't know, but they can be measured with a micrometer.

[@allyncia]

Any videos on the newer Nordictracks? i22x? This was great! I had no idea! I'm about to get some lube but I definitely don't want for my machine to stop for reasons I can control.

[@gitfit875]

I've worked on a few of the 22's. They're mechanically the same machine. Only difference I've noticed is if course the console, and they've upgraded the controller. As far as maintenance..... same thing.

[@gitfit875]

Just realized which video this is....I have one on maintaining an x9i, that will be just like the 22

[@allyncia]

@@gitfit875 Thank you for this video! Also, I just read that Icon Fitness Nordictrack may be among those treadmills pre-treated which do not benefit from lube treatments. My treadmill belt stopped yesterday. Incline and iFit was working but the belt wouldn't move. Then, I restarted but that didn't help. I unplugged for awhile and turned it on much later that night and it was working! But while it was working, this error popped up and wouldn't leave the screen during the workout: Connection Error: Mismatches exceed threshold. I did some light cleaning. Haven't been courageous to remove the cover yet but maybe I should have a look to ensure nothing is interfering with motor like a wire or maybe the belt is too tight? (Been watching lots of fix and maintenance videos). I just got it at the beginning of Nov. and I've been using it every single day! So yeah, I just gotta learn to mind these maintenance needs and this video is so perfect! If you have a newer one, feel free to send or any tips welcome. Also, great video!

[@gitfit875]

Being that new, you should totally make a warranty call. I suspect controller, but hard to say.... the new belts are pre treated, but doesn't last forever... definitely needs to be lubed every 180 hours of use.... it's the life of the machine.

[@allyncia]

@@gitfit875 So thankful for this tip. Will I need to lift the deck in order to take the cover off? I was going to order this lubricant because of the reviews. I'll call Nordictrack asap then. So glad I found your video! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IX28D0U/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A2JWZOZUWVCPDC&psc=1

[@vagabondvans6571]

I have a C2500, Moved across town and the belt and storage latch were appropriately moved into the up position. Now it seems stuck and I cant lower the deck. Other that the storage latch, is there something else that could be causing the deck to be frozen in the up position?

[@gitfit875]

The storage latch is about all that can hang up. Of course, take the pressure off of it before trying to pull the knob in case the weight of the deck has it in a bind... at the base of the knob you'll see where it screws on, you can take it loose there and see if it's come apart in the inside. It's just basically a bolt that falls into a hole in the shaft.

[@dianereis6955]

I have a NordicTrack S30, the carpet is folding aside. Any ideas about what it will be and how to solve it?

[@gitfit875]

I'm not sure I understand.

[@marconthefly]

Hello, would you be able to show how to remove/replace the drive belt for this particular model

[@gitfit875]

I have a similar ICON treadmil that I'm tearing down now soon to be posted. This one will have the drive belt being removed and installed.

[@marconthefly]

@@gitfit875 Looking forward to it. Thank you.

[@aaronwoods9562]

What kind of Silicone Lubricant did you use, and is it 100% Silicone? Thanks.

[@gitfit875]

Yes.....100% silicone.

[@websterguerra7492]

Which oil or lubricant are you using? Can I get it on a local store?

[@gitfit875]

It's 100% silicone. I put a link to it in the description.

[@abutinm22]

Question, on the folding latch knob mine came off because it was loose and stud like threaded part is way inside, is there a way I can re attach the knob back?

[@gitfit875]

Next time I cross paths with one of those I'll totally make a video on it!! You have to pull it out with needle nose pliers, then use a thin flat head screwdriver or some such thing to keep it out while you thread the knob back on..... I'll dig around, I'm sure there's a storage latch around here somewhere.

[@atenville]

Hi! Two questions regarding NordicTrack 9.5S 1. How do I know what lubricant to use? Or just use any silicone one? 2. How to know that I have not over tightened the belt?

[@gitfit875]

It is just silicone, however best to use the stuff ICON supplies for a nordic...I should probably do a video on tension. Obviously tight enough not to slip, however too tight puts unnecessary stress on the motor. Lifting it from the center with light pressure, it should reach your 2nd knuckle.

[@chrishauser5180]

My treadmill makes a bad nice when running. It seems like it’s coming from the tread roller bearing in the hood. Any videos on repairs?

[@gitfit875]

You can use a mechanic stethoscope to narrow it down to which roller it is. This video will cover the part of roller removal. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5K9gZaPi9SUf9k

[@andreamarquez8966]

How often should this be done ? I am new to owning a treadmill 🥴🙃

[@gitfit875]

Every 180 hours of use.

[@sarahanderson323]

Is the maintenance the same for a Nordictrack commercial 1500? Not sure what year it is, I’d guess it’s 7 years old.

[@gitfit875]

Yes.... calibration might be different if yours is android operated

[@pauloliveri9621]

Question- I noticed when you begin multitask (3:40?) the board is on, but my board is off until I put on the key. So when I try to start the “multitask” the board is off. My wife came to me and said the treadmill isn’t working. I opened up where the motor is same as you and there was so much dust inside. I vacuumed it out and it works but no incline. So I thought I’d try calibration and as I said my board isn’t on unless the key is in. Any suggestions? Thank you.

[@gitfit875]

This machine was in demo mode, that's why you were seeing digits with the key off. Totally not necessary to be on to calibrate the unit.

[@shannonjackoson7112]

Well.. If i could get the screws off to pop the hood 🤣

[@bigwaynz1]

I have a Nordictrack c2500. since I moved it from one house to another. I wont lower after release it. Any suggests I cant lower it like at 7:03.

[@gitfit875]

It's a pin that drops into a hole. Lift up on the treadmill lightly to remove the pressure from the storage latch and see if it releases.... the know screws directly to the plunger, check to see if it came loose

[@ormartinez2000]

I replaced motor on my Nordictrack C910i. Went to calibrate screen and it’s the speed shows at 0.0 when the belt is moving. I do not see a magnet on the wheel. What could it be.

[@gitfit875]

If there is no magnet on the roller, that's it! The reed switch uses the magnet to display speed

[@EdieSimons]

I need to find someone to perform this for my treadmill near 60035

[@papabear8160]

It feels like I’m going to snap my bolts when I go counter clockwise. Any ideas why that might be? I don’t want to push too hard

[@gitfit875]

Which bolts? I don't believe there's anything that's backward threaded. Rear roller bolts tend to rust from sweat, or if the machine is in a garage.

[@alexotundo3327]

can you show how to put the treadmill down cuz i am struggling to do it

[@gitfit875]

In its folded position, push back on the deck to fold it even more, releasing pressure on the storage latch. Then pull the release on the latch and let the deck down

[@billhooper4809]

I have a nordic track A2350 model 308662 which looks very similar to the treadmill in this video. I'm trying to remove the side rails (foot rails) but there is only 1 screw on the topside of each rail. How do I remove the rails - I need to replace the belt. Thanks in advance if you can help.

[@gitfit875]

There are hidden screws under the sticker going length wise on the rail. It's the sticker showing the firmness adjustment of the deck.

[@billhooper4809]

@@gitfit875 I figured there'd be a simple solution that I missed but this is really too simple, lol. Thanks for your help.

[@gitfit875]

@@billhooper4809 Hahahaha, notice I'm not mentioning how long it took me to find them🤫

[@garyweathers6642]

Can the deck belt roller bearings be lubricated?

[@gitfit875]

Unfortunately they are sealed bearings.... they can be replaced though

[@OSCARMInghelli]

buongiorno, ho un tapirulan NordicTrack C2500, all,improvviso si ferma e lampeggia la luce blu sul fit e e si spegne iò display poi lampeggia sul fit poi si spegne il display, provo a muovere la chiave a calamita va per un pò poi rifà la stessa cosa. in più non mi funziona più il fit lettore di card grazie a chi mi può aiutare

[@adrianafragoso7251]

I have a nordictrack T 6.7s. Is the same process?

[@gitfit875]

Yes

[@oscarceja0212]

Great video! I just got a new nordicTrack S20i. I power it, with the key, and the screen showed a "Hello" message. When trying to press any button, there is a sound (same sound for all buttons) and the device do not do anything. It seems to be blocked. Any idea what could be happening?

[@gitfit875]

Is it "new" new? You might have to bypass ifit. If it's used new, I would suspect a stuck button, it will be the one not beeping back at you. I have videos on both those scenarios if that's the case.

[@oscarceja0212]

@@gitfit875 it is new new, just bought from a store

[@oscarceja0212]

@@gitfit875 what is the video you recommend me?

[@gitfit875]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXmmZoZ7rMhsjLc

[@gitfit875]

@@oscarceja0212 did it work?

[@gabrielmerza6904]

Where I can buy brushes for nordic track a2350 2200 watt

[@gitfit875]

You would need to remove and measure them then locate them online by size.... or bring one in to your local electric motor shop

[@ChazTyldsley]

How much lubricant to use under the belt?

[@gitfit875]

25 to 30ml

[@scottshevchik2812]

is this the same steps for 1750 treadmill

[@gitfit875]

Yes🙂

[@aichadiaw492]

hi, can you tell me how to tighten the drive belt that’s in the hood?

[@gitfit875]

Which model?

[@aichadiaw492]

@@gitfit875 the same one in the video

[@ryanbrown5573]

@@aichadiaw492 If the drive belt is slipping in one like this, its either because the belt has stretched, or somebody has gotten grease on it when lubricating the deck. Unfortunately, there is no adjustment, only replacement. If its the case of grease on it, clean the belt, motor pulley, and front roller pulley really really thoroughly with dawn dish soap.

[@aichadiaw492]

@@ryanbrown5573 thank you for your help! I really appreciate it

[@georgekrysac9318]

I bought silicone oil treadmill lubricant and was going to clean and lubricate the walking belt and platform of my treadmill according to your video. However, I now see in my user's manual for a 2011 NordicTrack NCTL05610.0 T4.0 that is says at Operation and Adjustment section, "The pre-lubricated walking belt ... [is] coated with high-performance lubricant. Important: never apply silicone spray or other substance to the walking belt or walking platform. Such substances will cause excessive wear." The motor and belt had been replaced 4 years ago. Is it okay to use the silicone oil and follow your procedures for cleaning and lubricating?

[@gitfit875]

Icon sells lubricant (100% silicone) if you would rather use their brand. Not sure about 2011 models, but some old school treadmills have a mylar sheet between the deck and tread, these you would not use silicone on. I just looked at the exploded drawing of your machine, didn't see mylar there. You want to lubricate your belt every 180 hours of use....... hold down the stop button and insert the key to see the hours

[@georgekrysac9318]

@@gitfit875 Great reply! Thank you for taking time and effort to share your expertise.

[@stickersdogcat42]

@@gitfit875 Hey boss, my commercial 1750 2014 model, says the same thing. I'm assuming it doesn't have the mylar sheet, but I don't know what it looks like

[@gitfit875]

@@stickersdogcat42 likely not, it's a thin clear sheet on the deck... usually associated with machines 15+ years

[@stickersdogcat42]

@@gitfit875 thank you! I did put my hand under the belt and there is zero grease/lube, I'm not sure if it's even supposed to have some might give norditrack a call.

[@fredolin80]

Is an Air Runner harder than normal running?

[@gitfit875]

I'm dying to take one of those apart!!!

[@Dmwntkp99]

Some treadmills states maintenance free belt, does it still need lube?

[@gitfit875]

Depends on the machine. Some few require wax. Some have a mylar sheet that doesn't require lubrication at all.

[@Dmwntkp99]

@@gitfit875 Habasit Fitline?

[@gitfit875]

Just checked out their website. I've never heard of them. I hope to cross paths with one that's been used for a year or so and feel if there's been any effect on the deck of the treadmill.

[@bledboost]

Hey I have a Pro-Form 450 treadmill and when I press the start button, it runs the belt fast for a second then the belt just stops running. Any idea what is causing this and how to fix it? It was running fine for many years until a couple days ago.

[@gitfit875]

Yes, you need a motor controller. That's a speed bust. Hopefully the motor itself hasn't been affected.

[@bledboost]

@@gitfit875 Appreciate the reply. I checked prices and it looks like a replacement motor controller will be about $200. How likely is the motor itself bad too? If I have to replace the motor too then I might just get rid of the treadmill.

[@gitfit875]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2rGlqOJe7x5q8k

[@bledboost]

@@gitfit875 So I tested the motor with a drill battery and it ran fine then I bought a used controller from ebay and installed it. Now I have a new problem: the speed on the treadmill sometimes increases about .7 mph then returns to the set speed. Is this a problem with the controller?

[@gitfit875]

Yes. Speed fluctuation suggests inconsistent voltage from the controller.

[@chandureddy1]

Sorry why do we open the hood when we just put the lubricant to only belt

[@gitfit875]

If you're doing maintenance, you likely want to check the tension and condition of the motor drive belt, clean out the dog fur, and adjust the front roller to track the walking belt straight. If you just want to lube the deck, you can bypass that part.

[@chandureddy1]

@@gitfit875 thanks

[@amolpreetgrover7459]

Great video! I have followed the steps using this video to perform maintenance on my T6.3 treadmill (console looks a bit different from the one in the video) and thank you for sharing the video. All the steps worked except the last step (@ 5:41 where you mention to press Incline +). For me, instead of showing all the digits, it started showing random digits. I tried resetting/powering-off, but nothing worked. Now, some random numbers appear without the safety/magnetic key. I believe it is not a demo or information mode - I have tried resolution for those already and nothing resolves the problem. When the key is plugged in, none of the bottom buttons work, so in order to use the treadmill, i have to directly press the speed (1-10) or incline (0-8) which works fine and to turn off the treadmill, I have to pull the power cord. I will really appreciate if you can guide me to have this resolved. Much appreciated!

[@gitfit875]

Where I'm pressing incline+, I'm being impatient, letting the digits individually turn on and off without doing anything works as well. Does yours require holding stop and speed up at the same time to get into calibration? Some of the newer ones have changed a bit (I need to make an update video).. double check demo mode, lights without the key definitely suggests it. Buttons not functioning suggests you need the console ribbon cables cleaned. I do have a video on that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWiaaoaIYtB2odE

[@amolpreetgrover7459]

@@gitfit875 Yes, my treadmill required holding stop and speed + at the same time to get into calibration started. I have tried demo mode (holding stop down for a few seconds) but didn't change anything. The start/stop buttons were working before i started the calibration, do you still think that the cleaning would fix it or it might be some other issue? Thanks as always!

[@gitfit875]

If the buttons are ignoring you completely, that would suggest the cables..... demo mode will be different than calibration...... hold down only stop and apply the key, you should find demo mode on and off there

[@RipTail]

Thanks for this tutorial, very helpful indeed. I have a small question, if possible : on my treadmill after I hold the program button 3-5 seconds I get a menu with 3 different values, without any explanation (not in the manual either). The values are between 5-250 (2 values) and 5-60 (3rd value). Do you know by any chance what these values refers to? Thanks.

[@gitfit875]

It doesn't sound familiar to me.

[@SoulFU2]

Are there any grease inserts for the incline? My treadmill is making a squeaking noise when I set the incline that leads me to believe that it may need a little grease?

[@gitfit875]

There's no grease points, however where the treadmill hinges during incline can become loose and cause a squeak when using it

[@SoulFU2]

@@gitfit875 Thanks for the info!

[@devbandy9004]

Nordic track maintenance plans : can't believe these plans are so dirt cheap. I would go for these kick ass plan rather buying a new one. My wife just kissed me and told me what an intelligent fool I am.

[@thomashajicek2747]

Good video, but next time leave out the loud terrible music.