Troubleshooting & Maintenance

DIY Parts Replacement for Treadmills

  • How to Replace the Power Cord and Components on a Treadmill

    Issue: I can’t find my treadmill power adapter or I damaged my power adapter. Resolution: Replace Power Cord For a ...

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  • How to Replace the Air Shock on a Folding Treadmill

    Please see the attached PDF for instructions on how to replace the shock on Horizon Foldable Treadmills.   For assist...

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  • How to Replace the Analog Motor Control Board on a Treadmill

    The PDF attached will outline the steps needed to replace the Analog Motor Control Board. Please also see the below l...

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  • How to Replace the Drive Motor on a Treadmill

    The PDF attached will outline the steps needed to replace the Drive Motor. For a video on how to replace it on the T1...

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  • How to Replace Front Rollers on a Treadmill

    The PDF attached will outline the steps needed to replace the front rollers on your Horizon Treadmill.   Click Here F...

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  • How to Install a Grounding Kit on a Treadmill to Avoid Static Shock

    Some of our customers have reported getting a static shock while using their Horizon Treadmill. The PDF attached has ...

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DIY Maintenance for Treadmills

  • How to Calibrate a Treadmill

    The PDF below will outline the instructions for manual calibration for the following models: Omega, Quantum, Paragon,...

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  • How Do I Remove A Treadmill Motor Cover?

    To remove the motor cover on most Horizon treadmill models, you may follow the helpful video guide available here You...

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  • How Do I Lubricate My Treadmill With a Syringe?

    Please note that a syringe is not included with purchase. For instructions without a syringe, please click here.   Im...

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  • How to Clean the Rollers on a Treadmill

    For a video on how to, please visit T101 Roller Cleaning For assistance, please call 888.878.9011 or email support@ho...

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  • TREADMILL BELT SPEED TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

    For information on the Erratic Treadmill Speed - Service Bulletin, please click here. Users of T101-05 treadmills man...

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  • Treadmill Supplies

    All treadmills come with a t-handle wrench to be used to make running belt adjustments. Treadmills with silicone runn...

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DIY Maintenance for Ellipticals

  • How to Adjust the Magnetic Brake on an Elliptical

    The PDF attached will outline the steps needed to adjust the magnetic brake on the EX-22, EX-33, EX-44, CSE 3.5, 4.5,...

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  • How to Tension the Drive Belt on an Elliptical

    Please see the attached PDF for instructions on tensioning the drive belt for the following Ellipticals: EX-22, EX-33...

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  • Elliptical and Ascent Trainer Care and Maintenance

    Approved Cleaners and Proper Cleaning Technique Horizon recommends using a mild soap and water solution (1:10 soap to...

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  • What Size Crank Puller Do I Need for My Model?

    Please click here for information about crank pullers.

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DIY Maintenance for Exercise Bikes and Indoor Cycles

  • Exercise Bike Care and Maintenance

    Approved Cleaners and Proper Cleaning Technique Horizon recommends using a mild soap and water solution (1:10 soap to...

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  • Indoor Cycle Care and Maintenance

    Approved Cleaners and Proper Cleaning Technique Horizon recommends using a mild soap and water solution (1:10 soap to...

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  • Removing a Crank Arm With a Crank Puller on a Bike

    For a video on Removing a Crank Arm With a Crank Puller on a Bike, please click here.   Replacement parts are availab...

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DIY Parts Replacement for Bikes

  • Bike Console Cable Replacement

    For a video on Bike Console Cable Replacement, please click here. Replacement parts are available from Horizon Fitnes...

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  • GR3 Magnet Replacement

    For a video on how to replace the GR3 Magnet, please click here.  Replacement parts are available from Horizon Fitnes...

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  • Bike Tension Idler Replacement

    For a video on Bike Tension Idler Replacement, please click here. Replacement parts are available from Horizon Fitnes...

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DIY Parts Replacement for Ellipticals

  • How to Remove a Crank Arm with a 30mm Crank Puller on an Elliptical

    Please see the attached PDF for instructions on how to remove the crank on a Johnson Fitness Elliptical Trainer.   Fo...

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  • How to Replace the Crank Disk, Side Cover or Crank Arm on an Elliptical

    The PDF attached will outline the steps needed to replace the Crank Disk, Side Cover, and/or Crank Arm. For a video o...

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  • How to Replace the Console Cable on an Elliptical

    The PDF attached will outline the instructions needed to replace the console cables on the EX-22, EX-33, EX-44, CSE 3...

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  • How to Replace the Flywheel-Drive Belt on an Elliptical

    The PDF attached will outline instructions for Flywheel and/or Drive Belt replacement for the following Elliptical Mo...

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  • How to Replace the RPM Sensor on an Elliptical

    Please see the PDF below for instructions on how to replace the RPM (revolutions per minute) Sensor on the following ...

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  • How to Replace the Pedal Axle on an Elliptical

    Please see the attached PDF for instructions on how to replace the Pedal Axel on your Horizon Elliptical.    For assi...

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Treadmill Troubleshooting

  • How to Fix a Blank Console Display on a Treadmill

    Resolution: Power source Verify that the power cord is securely plugged into the wall outlet. Verify that the tread...

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  • How to Fix Excessive Static Electricity on a Treadmill

    If you are experiencing excessive static electricity or shock from your unit, please follow the steps below.   1. Car...

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  • How Do I Fix Resistance Issues on a Treadmill?

    Issue: No resistance change or erratic or continuous resistance change. Resistance is too hard or too weak. Resolutio...

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  • How to Fix a Safety Key Off Message on a Treadmill

    Issue: The message “safety key off” displays across the console window. Resolution: Safety Key Troubleshooting Ple...

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  • How to Fix a Treadmill Display That Shows Dashes or 8's

    Issue: The display on the treadmill is showing only dashes, 8’s or reads “Safety Key Off.” Resolution: Safety Key Re...

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  • How to Fix a Loose Treadmill Running Belt

    Issue: Running belt is loose, drifting or slipping. Resolution: This issue can be resolved by aligning/centering and...

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Elliptical Troubleshooting

  • How Do I Fix Console Display Issues on an Elliptical?

    Issue: Console resets, has an erratic readout during a workout, or does not show full LCD display in every window R...

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  • How Do I Fix a Blank Screen on an EX-59 Elliptical?

    Updating the software to the most current version will usually solve this issue. Here’s how to update the software: ...

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  • How Do I Fix a Wireless Heart Rate Chest Strap that isn't Connecting on an Elliptical?

    Resolution: INTERFERENCE Electromagnetic interference may be occurring. Check the immediate area for causes of inte...

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  • How Do I Fix Display Issues with Speed, Distance or RPM on an Elliptical?

    ISSUE: Speed/Distance/RPM reading and checking the Speed Sensor RESOLUTION: Service Guide

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  • Why is My Elliptical Making Noise?

    Please see the attached pdf for assistance on troubleshooting elliptical noise.   For a video on Home Elliptical Nois...

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  • How to Fix Excessive Static Electricity on My Elliptical

    Please click here for troubleshooting static electricity with your elliptical. 

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Exercise Bike, Indoor Cycle, Ascent Trainer, and Rower Troubleshooting

  • Bike Power Cord Replacement

    Issue: I can’t find my bike power adapter or I damaged my power adapter. Resolution: Replace Power Cord Replacement...

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  • Elliptical Power Cord Replacement

    Issue: I can’t find my elliptical power adapter or I damaged my power adapter. Resolution: Replace power adapter Fo...

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  • Erratic Console on Exercise Bike

    Issue: Console resets, has an erratic readout during a workout or does not show full LCD display in every window Re...

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  • Bike Heart Rate Issues

    Issue: Heart rate is erratic or heart rate function is not working Resolution: Please Click Here for Heart Rate Tro...

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  • Bike Squeaking or Chirping

    Issue: My bike makes a squeaking or chirping noise Resolution: Leveling Machine may not be on a level surface. Ver...

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  • Noise While Pedaling

    Issue: Internal/external noise when pedaling, rough feel while pedaling Resolution: Brake is rubbing against the fl...

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