Why Use Treadmill Belt Lubricants?
The belt and deck are both important parts of a treadmill. When one of them breaks, it is highly recommended that both be replaced as a pair to ensure that both will work perfectly with each other. Replacements like this can cost up to $500 or more for a quality treadmill. However, the belt and deck life of a treadmill can be extended through regular maintenance. Not only that, by using treadmill belt lubricants you can reduce wear and tear on your machines other components thus, giving you less headaches in the future. A Word of Caution Not all treadmills need to be lubricated. Most decks now-a-days are made with materials that does not require lubrication or are pretreated. Lubricating these types of belt would actually do more harm than good. It could increase friction between the belt and the deck that can damage the motor. So be sure to read your owners manual for lubrication recommendations. Also, not all treadmills are the same. A brand might make a treadmill model that requires
