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My treadmill is making a rubbing noise towards the front of the machine.

This issue is often caused when the walking belt has moved off-center and the sound that you are hearing is indicative of the belt rubbing on the side rail. Check to make sure the treadmill is level as the belt will drift toward the lower side while

I can't turn on my DT3 console with the start key.

Your console is most likely in sleep mode, try pressing and holding the start key for 2 seconds.

I just assembled my treadmill and the display doesn't turn on.

Turn off the power and unplug the power cord for 5 minutes. Take off the motor cover. Unplug and re-plug, one at a time, the two motor connections from the lower board. Unplug the main 7-conductor harness from the lower board and re-plug. Check that

My desk no longer changes height / The height on my desk is stuck.

Remove everything off the desk surface. Press and hold the height Up and height Down keys at exactly the same time. (it’s sometimes not easy to do this, so it may take a couple of tries.) Hold these keys down for about three seconds, until the desk h

Why is my running belt moving slower than the set speed?

please contact our tech support team using the chat bot or contact us at [email protected]

My treadmill used to operate correctly, but now there is no power.

Turn off the power and unplug the power cord for 5 minutes. Take off the motor cover. Unplug and re-plug, one at a time, the two motor connections from the lower board. Then, unplug the main 7-conductor harness from the lower board and re-plug. Plug

Why do your products have a Prop 65 Warning?

These warnings are found on all treadmills from every major brand and those who don't prominently list it are in violation of California Prop 65. Vinyl chloride is used in the manufacturing process to make the treadmill belt (PVC) while cadmium is us

Why does my console light up, but the belt does not move?

Our tech support team has found that this is usually caused by a faulty MCB (mother control board). Please contact our support team to get this part ordered.

Why does my console light up, but the keys don't work?

If the product came with a separate keyboard, slide out the upper console and begin unplugging and re-plugging all the cables that connect the connect the upper console to the keyboard. If this does not fix the issue, please reach out to our service

Why are there not pre-drilled holes on the desktop as described in the user's manual, how do I finish installation?

Our desktops are no longer pre-drilled to accommodate personal comfort or preference. We ask that you drill the holes to your personal comfort and preference, then complete the assembly process.

Why is the treadmill console erratic or not lighting up?

Check to make sure the treadmill is properly plugged in, turn the power switch off and back on again, and make sure the safety key is in place. Check all wire harness connections to be sure they are all properly connected. If the problem persists, pl

Why is the running belt not staying in the center of the treadmill or slipping during use?

First, check to make sure the treadmill is level, then while standing to the side of the treadmill, start it at 3 mph and observe it for at least two minutes. Is the belt starting to center itself? If so, you may simply have a leveling issue. Use the

Why is my heart rate reading erratic or not picking up?

Make sure your hands are moist. Make sure all connectors at the back of the console are properly connected and no wires are damaged. If wearing a chest strap make sure the batteries are good and that the electrodes are moist and positioned properly o

What do I do if my bike is unstable or rocks when I use it?

Make sure the bike is on a solid, level surface. Adjust the front adjustment feet until all four feet are sitting solidly on the floor.

Why is there a rough feeling in the pedals?

Check to make sure everything associated with the pedals is tight, if the problem continues, contact customer service for replacement pedals.

Why is there excess movement in the handlebars or frame?

Using the provided assembly tools, go over the bike to make sure all assembly hardware is tight.

Why is my retro DT3 console just flashing the weight and not letting me move past that?

This is a communications error. The MCB will need need to be replaced.

The cover does not fit my yoga ball

The ball takes awhile before it will fully inflate. It will take about 10 minutes to fully fill the gray covering. You will have to keep pumping even when the ball feels firm and doesn't seem like it will keep going but the ball is made to expand.