How to Center a Treadmill Walking Belt that is Off Center

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  • @rob1261a
    @rob1261a 7 годин тому +1

    Thanks for showing both options. Other videos don’t show that. Because I couldn’t tighten the bolt anymore. So using the 2nd method helped

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 години тому +1

      Thanks for your positive feedback!

  • @trieshardgaming
    @trieshardgaming 4 місяці тому +3

    I know this is an older video, but this worked. Multiple videos come up when searching for slipping, sliding or off center treadmill belt. This was the one. I had an issue where it would slip when I applied pressure on it, but this fixed the issue of the belt sliding to one side when running. Tightening the bolt on the side where the belt was slipping towards, resolved the issue. 10/10
    Thanks!

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 місяці тому

      Thanks for your positive feedback!

  • @jackiewong824566
    @jackiewong824566 2 роки тому +47

    Exactly what I am looking for! Fixed my treadmill in 10 mins! Thanks a million!

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

    • @RuSamman
      @RuSamman 2 місяці тому

      5 minutes mate! Thanks alot.

    • @bert7478
      @bert7478 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! Short and to the point and actually showed it moving! Thank you!

  • @dottieparker7274
    @dottieparker7274 Рік тому +12

    Well this sure was a lifesaver!!! There was NOTHING in my user manual about this, although I had the little tool. Thanks 👍

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

  • @krooksie
    @krooksie 2 роки тому +8

    It would be good if you put the directions in text too. My brain got mixed up looking at the video and trying to do mine because it was opposite, and I forget the directions every time I do this. It makes me over-empathize with people with dyslexia.
    Two thumbs up for your assistance!

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 місяці тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comments! I will keep your suggestions in mind in our new videos.

  • @LTeppler
    @LTeppler 2 роки тому +4

    Thank goodness this exists. Five minutes after watching this I had a usable treadmill again. Thanks :)

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 місяці тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comments!

  • @seahyongbeng5333
    @seahyongbeng5333 Рік тому +1

    I used your method and repeated the process a few times on both sides. It worked! Tqvm.

  • @DPepSk8
    @DPepSk8 Рік тому +7

    Wow! Great instructional video! Clear, concise and efficient. Removing the plastic covers gave me a better idea exactly what the centering process was, moving the roller forward and/or backwards to balance the belt to the center. I adjusted the belt while moving at 1 mph, which was easier to see the belt movement. Thank You!

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

  • @christopherjasso
    @christopherjasso 3 місяці тому

    Perfect, to the point... EXCELLENT video - you-tubers should learn from this type of teaching. all of what we need, nothing we dont

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 місяці тому +2

      Thank you very much for your positive comments!

  • @vdiaz2006
    @vdiaz2006 23 дні тому

    Great video and explanation on how to easily center your treadmill belt.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  20 днів тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comments.

  • @Moneeksworld
    @Moneeksworld 8 місяців тому +2

    This video was everything. I fixed my treadmill in no time

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  6 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

  • @amelievonbelow527
    @amelievonbelow527 Рік тому +9

    Literally fixed my walking pad in 3 minutes! Thank you!

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

  • @aleale7918
    @aleale7918 Рік тому +1

    I hope you can answer me I am having trouble. Once I turn the bolt and adjust the belt to where I want it do I turn the bolt again back to how it was?

  • @faithleap98
    @faithleap98 Рік тому

    Quick and to the point. Fixed my treadmill in 10 mins. Thank you.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому

      Thank you very much for your positive comment!

  • @Addonimus
    @Addonimus Рік тому +1

    Thank, tightening on one end did the trick and now my belt is in the middle. Thanks!

  • @kairatkairat7415
    @kairatkairat7415 2 роки тому

    Realy helped!
    I saw many reviews of walkingpad.
    Nobody in detail shows clearly how to adjust 😢

  • @STBRetired1
    @STBRetired1 5 місяців тому +1

    All these videos show the same thing. BUT, after I centered my new treadmill's belt as shown, it looks cocked as if it isn't centered at the OTHER END near the motor. Is it just a matter of it will center itself if I keep the bottom end centered? Or, do I have to take the motor cover off and fidgit with something at that end?

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 місяці тому

      Some treadmills have a bolt through the axle of the front roller similar to the bolt in the rear roller. You can use that bolt to adjust the rollers' alignment to the frame. This may be your issue. This also happens due to a belt being bonded together at the seam at an angle. You can see that by watching the belt while its moving and the edge will move abruptly closer or farther from the side edge as the seam moves around the front roller.

    • @STBRetired1
      @STBRetired1 4 місяці тому

      @@sportsmith I didn't like the lubrication method of squirting lube through a long tube under the belt and then running the belt to "spread it around evenly". So, I took my new treadmill apart. Took the front/motor cover and rear covers off. Once I loosened the tension bolts on the rear roller, then I could slide the belt to the center at the front and rear. Since I lost count of the turns to loosen the belt, I loosened them fully and then could squirt some silicone fluid under the belt and use a sponge on a stick tool to spread it around evenly. Now, I've got to tighten the belt. I'll start at five turns and work my way up until there's no slippage.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 місяці тому

      @@STBRetired1 If you have trouble check out our video about how to tension a walking belt that slips.

  • @sandrinou1329
    @sandrinou1329 9 місяців тому

    Hi how often should we lubricate the machine ?

  • @MrMorisman
    @MrMorisman Рік тому

    if I lubricated with oil 3 months ago and did not use tape, do I have to lubricate again?

  • @mosaicproductionandenterta4019
    @mosaicproductionandenterta4019 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for the quick help! Worked perfectly, and results came within minutes of trying.

  • @kevintreadaway6769
    @kevintreadaway6769 9 місяців тому

    How do you get the belt over at the top end

  • @hahahahagrin
    @hahahahagrin 3 роки тому +1

    No one seems to explain why a treadmill belt, when walking , sounds like it’s being dragged across sandy concrete, even when lubed.I’ve a new pre waxed deck. The belt I bought from you included got a liquid wax bottle included, w instructions to apply throughout the belt bottom before installing. Though I didn’t apply more than an ounce, I get this extremely irritating walking belt across sandy concrete sound!?! Any thoughts?

  • @Chrisfragger1
    @Chrisfragger1 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video, saved me a lot of headache.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  Рік тому

      We're glad it helped. This video has been around for years and it has helped so many people.

  • @lovely7032
    @lovely7032 10 місяців тому

    Literally what i needed! Thank you soooo much.

  • @kunwertayyab9359
    @kunwertayyab9359 11 місяців тому

    Please give the link, how to increase the tenntion of the belt. Thanks

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  11 місяців тому

      To increase tension and not affect the alignment tighten the rear roller bolts exactly the same amount to move the rear roller farther from the deck. Make small adjustments and check again.

  • @Blade4Life76
    @Blade4Life76 4 роки тому +2

    My belt always moves to the left when walking on it but as soon as I step off it goes back central. Unit is brand new. Have I got a faulty treadmill?

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 роки тому

      I have seen this happen from a machine being off level. Make sure the machine is level and does not shift of flex during use. Also, Check the deck support/bushing system. You could have one corner damaged that is causing extra flex on one side of the deck during the weight shift of normal use.

  • @AJ-jw6yp
    @AJ-jw6yp 2 роки тому +2

    Well, that was all I needed. Thank you

  • @mstieshac
    @mstieshac 6 місяців тому

    So before looking at this I took the whole screw out now I can't get it back in. Is there any hope left for my treadmill

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  6 місяців тому

      If you are referring to one of the rear roller screws, you should be able to use something to pry back on the roller on the side with the bolt missing just enough to loosen the opposite screw without bending or damaging it so that it is just through the roller axle. Then you can use the same tool to pry back on the roller enough to get the bolt started again. (Make sure to thread it through the axle before letting go of the pry tool). At that point, you can tension the belt again slowly, using small equal turns on each side. Keep in mind as the belt gets tighter it will begin to get off-center if it is not adjusted equally so be ready to start the sequence in the video again.

  • @sabjob000
    @sabjob000 Рік тому

    Great how to video... every other one I found was completely wrong and or confusing. I saved this (for my future maintenance of my pad).

  • @mariyahblue7786
    @mariyahblue7786 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you!! Fixed my treadmill in minutes with this video

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 роки тому +1

      Happy to help!

    • @mariyahblue7786
      @mariyahblue7786 2 роки тому

      Came back to this video after 2 years and it’s helped again haha 😂, thank you 😊

  • @kickznlifts
    @kickznlifts Рік тому

    What size L key did you use? I’ve tried it and no damn L key seems to work lol

  • @MOISTRICHARDx
    @MOISTRICHARDx 6 місяців тому

    I tried this and it worked for a while but now its back over again. I can't imagine putting any more tension on the belt. Its a brand new Horizon. Is there anything else I can do?

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  6 місяців тому +1

      If you are worried about over-tensioning the belt, loosen the side it is traveling away from. That should help the belt settle in place just as well as if you tighten the side it is traveling toward. Also, something else to keep in mind with this type of symptom is that an off-level machine can cause this, as well as, broken deck bushings and or hardware so inspect those closely. I have even ran into a broken frame weld that cause the machine to flex a bit, so have someone watch the frame while it is being used for movement (from ground level).

    • @MOISTRICHARDx
      @MOISTRICHARDx 6 місяців тому

      @@sportsmith thank you! I'm going to check it out this weekend. I can always get the belt centered, then I tighten it down and it's good for a few minutes, then it starts sliding to the right until it's rubbing. Something in there is probably broken, possibly the bushings. First I'll make sure it's level, it is an old house with some uneven floors, plus it's on shag carpeting, and that might make it sit weird

  • @rschreck
    @rschreck 2 роки тому

    What do you do if there is no apparent hex wrench port in the back? Our NordicTrack C600 has a small hole in the back for this purpose, but it leads to nowhere. I've spent way too much time trying to fish for a hex port for the wrench to go into, but I get nothing but air. So frustrating :(

    • @conscious_choice
      @conscious_choice 2 роки тому

      Mine has 2 on the back (rear) side, and one on the front. You have to remove the lid that's on top of the motor unit to access that. Maybe on your treadmill it's on the front. Or it's in the back but underneath. Have seen that too. Then you have to put the entire walking part up like when you're putting it away. Good luck.

  • @nikkie6560
    @nikkie6560 5 місяців тому

    What is the tool used for this. Ive had my treadmill for 2 years and i need to move the belt but cant find my tool please help me

    • @r532p
      @r532p 5 місяців тому +1

      It's an Allen wrench (also known as a hex key).
      www.google.com/m?q=Allen+wrench

    • @rob1261a
      @rob1261a 7 годин тому +1

      Usually a 6mm Allen / Hex wrench / socket.

  • @AgustinaQuinteroFelix
    @AgustinaQuinteroFelix Рік тому

    Hi there. I have a treademill. When im not on it is working. But as soon as step in to it stops working completely than i hace to wait for it to work back again i notist the belt is more to the left side do anyone knows if that has to do with it?

  • @nonameforawhile7799
    @nonameforawhile7799 3 місяці тому

    Hi, i already alligned the running belt, but when i run or walk to my treadmill, it will move to orher side again. Please help me

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  20 днів тому

      This can sometimes be caused by an off-level machine, broken or damaged deck or broken or damaged deck bushings. Inspect it closely.

  • @MiracleWinchester
    @MiracleWinchester Рік тому

    Straightforward and valuable

  • @CJ-dy8lb
    @CJ-dy8lb 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks this video was exactly what I needed.

  • @donnievicka
    @donnievicka 10 місяців тому

    For sure saving the tredmill buyers me included ! I swear mine was shipped dry n sooooo loose i tightened my belts n then lubed it n then drifted one side n was like wtf haha u saved the day brother

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  9 місяців тому

      We appreciate your positive comments!

  • @AIM____664
    @AIM____664 5 місяців тому +1

    After oiling my trademil is not working properly why .....

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 місяці тому

      I am not sure exactly what you mean by "not working properly" but I will assume you are having issues with the belt slipping or stopping on footfall. I always check the drive belt first with this symptom, so make sure that is not the issue first (with the motor hood off, momentarily force the belt to stop while watching the front roller. If the roller stops when the belt stops, the drive belt is loose. This can also happen due to over-lubrication or because the belt being is a bit loose for the friction involved after lubrication. If you are confident you didn't saturate the deck and belt, try tightening the belt by a very small amount. I wouldn't recommend doing that too much as overtightening the belt is detrimental to belt life.

  • @paigemcdonald568
    @paigemcdonald568 3 місяці тому

    Why does this keep happening eith my walking pad? I thought I bought a quality one and I keep it lubricated but it keeps doing this and I'm thinking about just getting rid of it

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 місяці тому

      Is it possible that your machine is on a floor that is not level or does the machine frame appear to flex when used? A broken or damaged frame that is flexing or a floor that is not level can cause this. Make sure you levelers are all in good shape and do not raise and fall during the use of the machine.

  • @bradfordlyn
    @bradfordlyn 3 роки тому +8

    perfect! simple and quick, fixed it! Thank you!

  • @erehjeager6711
    @erehjeager6711 3 роки тому

    Hi so the head of my tightening bolt on the treadmill broke off so I can't adjust the right side, any help would be nice, thanks

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your question! You will need to replace the bolt by first removing tension from the left end of the roller. Since the head is broken you should then be able to slide the right side bolt through the bracket and remove the rear roller from the treadmill. Then you can use locking pliers to spin the bolt out and replace it.

  • @RA-fy2zw
    @RA-fy2zw 4 роки тому

    What size L wrench do I need? The ones I have don’t fit. 3/16 is too small. 1/4 is too big

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 роки тому

      The factory bolts require a M8 Allen/Hex wrench.

  • @candyporto9915
    @candyporto9915 3 роки тому +2

    It really worked, just remove the caps. I had tried to do before without removing the caps and it didn't work until I did it exactly like the video sugest. 🙂👍

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much for your comment!

  • @MrMorisman
    @MrMorisman 2 роки тому

    at the bottom, the carpet is well centered, but at the top it runs to the left, what could be the problem?

  • @unboxcrate
    @unboxcrate 3 роки тому

    what happens if you turn it counterclockwise?

  • @don3667
    @don3667 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the video

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 роки тому

      Thank you for the comment!

  • @namename3139
    @namename3139 Рік тому

    yeah i fix the botom of the belt, its centered, but at the top of belt, on the left, its too xlose and rubbing against the smaller belt

  • @eG93
    @eG93 Рік тому

    thank you for this 👍🏼

  • @OBnice777
    @OBnice777 3 роки тому

    what causes treadmill to be off center?

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your question. There are only two causes for the belt to be off-center. The most common is during belt installation when the rollers are not parallel to each other. Sometimes it can happen after the belt is installed and has been running straight. This happens if the machine is not sitting on a flat surface or the levelers are not all touching the floor. Either can allow the frame to twist during use. That allows the rollers to move during use causing the belt to move according to the position of the roller.

    • @OBnice777
      @OBnice777 3 роки тому

      @@sportsmith can the belt miscenter misalign with regular use

  • @sothathappened
    @sothathappened 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks! this was exactly what I needed!

  • @padmamoal7699
    @padmamoal7699 3 роки тому +2

    Tq very useful video

  • @donnievicka
    @donnievicka 10 місяців тому

    I did have one other thing to add I did mine with it on and running at .5 n I slowly watched it as I adjusted it just bcz it was taking forever

  • @annaespeleta3204
    @annaespeleta3204 Рік тому

    very very helpful!! thanks a bunch

  • @hugogarcia2767
    @hugogarcia2767 11 днів тому

    It works great. Thanks

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 днів тому

      Thanks for your positive feedback!

  • @dilsadkhokhar8633
    @dilsadkhokhar8633 Рік тому

    Hi.. Tradmill name (Adler T1000)
    My belt move left side when I start it. Could you please help me. I tried million times .
    @sportsmith

  • @StripSpag
    @StripSpag 5 років тому +2

    Worked like a charm, good video! Thank you!

  • @llea-e8b
    @llea-e8b 2 роки тому

    You are genius thank you so much.

  • @hugohernandez4259
    @hugohernandez4259 Рік тому

    Awesome!!! Thanks a lot!!!

  • @heyjudi
    @heyjudi 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much!

  • @S.kh50
    @S.kh50 10 місяців тому

    I did this, but the belt still moves

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  10 місяців тому

      Sometimes this can happen if you have something rubbing the belt, or if there is too much tension on the belt. So look closely for anything that may be interfering with the belt's tracking. If that does not help, take some tension off both sides and start again. Let the machine run very slowly and make small adjustments.

  • @Fartman5166
    @Fartman5166 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @foopock
    @foopock 4 роки тому +2

    I'm currently watching my treadmill slowly destroy itself. I lost track of how many times I turned. I don't know

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 роки тому +3

      Over-tightening will quickly destroy a belt just as quickly as bad alignment. To prevent further damage start the process from the beginning. Loosen both bolts so the belt is very loose. Center and straighten the belt by hand. Now remove one bolt from either end of the roller completely and re-install... but don't forget to count the turns on re-installation. Stop at a low number on re-installation such as 5 or ten turns and write that number down. Repeat that process on the bolt at the opposite end of the roller stopping at the same number of turns. Now you can tighten the belt with equal turns on each bolt with the treadmill slowly moving. Stop at a low number again. Making sure to use the same amount of turns on each side of roller and repeat this step, until the belt starts moving. Once it is moving you can again start making minor adjustments to one bolt at a time to make the belt run straight. Keep in mind when you tighten a rear roller bolt it will drive the belt away from the edge of the roller. Loosening will bring the belt toward the edge of the side you are adjusting. Use a slow speed so if the belt alignment is off you can stop it before damaging the belt. Once the belt is tracking straight do a tension test by walking on the belt. If it slips make equal turns to the bolts on both sides of the roller with the machine off and test again. These steps should help you slowly tension the belt to the point it no longer slips during use.

    • @foopock
      @foopock 4 роки тому +1

      @@sportsmith Thanks man I really appreciate it. I'll let you know if it works.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  4 роки тому +1

      @@foopock You are very welcome.

    • @foopock
      @foopock 4 роки тому

      @@sportsmith It's fixed thank you

    • @foopock
      @foopock 4 роки тому

      @@sportsmith Seriously man. Thank you

  • @Udying
    @Udying Рік тому

    Thank u fr the direct vid

  • @jadecolbert4286
    @jadecolbert4286 Рік тому

    I still don’t get it :(

  • @aleabi94
    @aleabi94 Рік тому

    works thanks 🙏

  • @unitybrown7137
    @unitybrown7137 2 роки тому

    Thank you☺️

  • @the.real.hermitdude
    @the.real.hermitdude Рік тому

    Thanks dude

  • @jinjagaming1719
    @jinjagaming1719 Рік тому

    bought new treadmill. sounded bad. this fixed it!

  • @ihabiburrahman9009
    @ihabiburrahman9009 7 місяців тому

    Thanks

  • @cristianacevedo178
    @cristianacevedo178 3 роки тому +1

    Thanksssss

  • @Chyllstorm
    @Chyllstorm Рік тому

    I got my underdesk treadmill a few months ago, after three weeks with Covid, I've spent the next month trying to get the belt aligned. If I get it straight off the machine, the second i get on it slides to the left. If I correct to the right, the belt rides under the right edge when off the machine. This was the first instruction in my manual, but it's not helping me get it straight both off and on the machine. I *hate* DIY/troubleshooting things too.
    It's something that should have been done by the company, and shouldn't be so easily able to go off track. Very frustrating and not helping with my already sour outlook on exercise. Sigh.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  Рік тому

      I do not have experience with the underdesk treadmills. However, Strictly from experience with this symptom on other treadmills, I can say this is caused by only a few things. The first is overtension. So make sure you have not overtightened the belt first. Generally, you can see this by the edges of the belt curling up. You can also test by placing your hand between the belt and deck half-way between the front and rear roller. If the belt is too tight you will not be able to reach the center of the belt. The other possibilities are: The treadmill is not level, so when you step on it, the machine moves or "flexes" and changes the roller to frame alignment. Or, the rollers mounts/hardware are damaged and are moving in the frame when the weight of the user is added. Or, the deck and or a deck bushing is damaged.

  • @gazed1435
    @gazed1435 2 роки тому

    my new treadmill track ok until you walk on it. then it works, its way over to the left. stop walking it tracks back to center

    • @Flosm12
      @Flosm12 Рік тому

      Hello I know it’s been 10mos but I have same problem with yours. Is it working fine now?

  • @Funtime77x
    @Funtime77x Рік тому

    Omg ...thank you

  • @tonybreeze7734
    @tonybreeze7734 Місяць тому +1

    This does not work

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  20 днів тому

      If this is not working for your machine there may be another issue, such as a damaged walking belt, off-level machine, front and rear rollers not parallel and or hardware interfering with the belts track.

  • @MrBlueSleeves
    @MrBlueSleeves Рік тому

    Literally the worst design in human history, lol.

    • @Boothby171
      @Boothby171 Рік тому

      Literally, the best way to design a treadmill in order to allow for future adjustability (because sooner or later, it's going to need to be adjusted). This is a simple and straightforward solution.
      If you know of a better one, I'd love to hear it...for my next treadmill design!

    • @MrBlueSleeves
      @MrBlueSleeves Рік тому

      ​@@Boothby171 You think the best design in something would have people literally flocking to videos on how to use it on UA-cam? How pathetic of you.
      How about a design that self regulates, or at least tells you which way you need to have it adjusted so you don't fuck around an infinite amount of times until you finally have it right?
      Oh but I forget, I'd need to actually give you the solution for you to agree. The same way I need to be a politician to vote for one. Such a narrow minded view it's disgusting.

    • @Boothby171
      @Boothby171 Рік тому

      ​@@MrBlueSleeves, who the hell fucked you up the ass and died there?
      I give your response 1 star (zero stars if I could). What a jackass.

  • @joeortiz5177
    @joeortiz5177 Рік тому

    Thank you sir.

    • @sportsmith
      @sportsmith  Рік тому +1

      Thanks very much for your positive feedback!

  • @piesho
    @piesho Рік тому

    Thanks a lot!

  • @iqgirlgamer
    @iqgirlgamer 8 місяців тому

    Thank you!