ESPRIT ET288 - Manual (Page 17)

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TREADBELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT:
The performance of your treadmill is dependent on the frame running on a reasonably level
surface. If the frame is not level, the front and back roller cannot run parallel, and constant belt
adjustment may be necessary.
The treadmill is designed to keep the tread-belt reasonably centered while in use. It is normal for
some belts to drift near one side while the belt is running with no one on it. After a few minutes of
use, the tread-belt should have a tendency to center itself. If, during use, the belt continues to
move toward one side, adjustments are necessary.
TO SET TREADBELT TRACKING:
A 6 mm Allen wrench is provided to adjust the rear roller. Make tracking adjustments from the
left side only. Set belt speed at
approximately 2 to 3 mph. A small
adjustment can make a dramatic difference.
Turn the bolt only a 1/4 turn and wait a few
minutes for the belt to adjust itself. Continue
to make 1/4 rotation turns until the belt
stabilizes in the center of the running deck.
The belt may require periodic tracking
adjustment depending on use and
walking/running characteristics. Some users
will affect tracking differently. Expect to make
adjustments as required to center the tread-belt. Adjustments will become less of a maintenance
concern as the belt is used. Proper belt tracking is an owner responsibility common with all
treadmills.
ATTENTION:
DAMAGE TO THE RUNNING BELT RESULTING FROM IMPROPER TRACKING /
TENSION ADJUSTMENTS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE SPIRIT WARRANTY.
MAINTENANCE MODE:
If you want to set the Speed and Distance to Metric or if there is a problem with the speed and
you would like to perform the calibration procedure, use the Maintenance Mode. To enter
Maintenance Mode press, and hold for 5 seconds, the Start and Fast keys while installing the
safety key.
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The large display window will now be showing the Roller size. Roller size is used for the
calibration process and should be set to 2.36
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The large display window will also display the setting for M (miles) or K (Kilometers).
Press the Enter key to change between M and K.
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To run the calibration procedure, press the Start key.
o The display will show a number for the lowest speed setting (for miles the number
should be 0.5). Adjust the low speed setting with the Fast/Slow keys. Using the
DOWN button, run the incline all the way down and press START.
o The display will show a number for the top speed setting (for Miles it should be
10.0). Adjust the top speed setting if needed. Using the UP button, run the incline
all the way up and press Start to begin calibration.
o The belt will start automatically and will adjust speeds between low and high. Be
careful because the belt will change speeds without warning. When the calibration
is finished the display will return to the start-up screen. Using the DOWN button, run
the incline all the way down. Now you are ready to begin your workout.