Fitness Equipment PM and Inspection Checklist: Daily

Specific maintenance and inspection criteria for commonly used equipment:

Cable Motion Weight Machines Parts & Attachments

Cable attachment bars and associated parts such as triceps ropes, bars, straps, attachment grips, row handles, lat bars, straight bars, curl bars, ankle cuffs and straps, abs strap, etc., should be inventoried and inspected. A daily inspection is recommended for this equipment and should focus on the following parts and features:

Cables, pulleys, crimps, thimbles, stake-eyes, ball stops, and weight pins should show no visible signs of wear or misalignment. For instance, frayed cables, misaligned pulleys, loose cable crimps. etc., should be documented and the equipment closed until repairs and/or replacement is complete.

Inspect the rubber grips on the equipment and all attachments for wear and slippage. Keep grip glue on hand for easy repairs.

The attachment hardware for the bars and other pieces to the cable must also be given attention. Worn and non-functioning snap hook links, S hooks, and C clamps are often in use and may go unnoticed for long periods. When these parts fail, the attachments can cause serious injury to users and bystanders. Keep extra attachment hardware on hand at all times. A snap hook link is the ideal attachment when it includes a safety screw.

Motorized and belted machinery (tread mills):

Visibly inspect for belt deficiencies including uneven wear, fraying, snags, and cuts on a daily basis

Elliptical:

Inspect footpads, pedal carriages, and other parts are secure and safe for operation.

Cleanliness is also very important. Keep dust, liquids, and other debris off the machine.

Exercise Bike:

Besides equipment sanitation, daily inspections should include engaging the drive train to test for vibration in the pedals. Keep the proper tools on hand to tighten pedals and drive train tension, when necessary. Depending on frequency of use, weekly and monthly maintenance requires:

Inspect and tighten all hardware, protective covers, straps, seats, handle bars, etc.

Examine the pull pins in the frame for marring and excessive wear. Pull pins are used to adjust the seat, handle bars, and even the resistance for the bike.

Remove the flywheel cover and inspect the resistance pads for debris and wear. Use a silicon lubricant per the manufacturers’ suggested maintenance guide for the pads.

Lubricate the drive chain. Some models have a small hole towards the back of the chain guard on the top side where a straw can be inserted to add lubricant while other models require you to remove the cover. Rotate the crank slowly while lubricating the drive chain.

Clean and lubricate the brake tension rod while inspecting for signs of wear such as missing threads.

Resistance Bands (exercise belts):

Resistance bands should last approximately six months under normal use, but consider more frequent replacement if they are used heavily.

Inspect the bands daily for cuts, cracks, nicks, scratches, punctures, discoloration, or weakened areas. Carefully inspect the area where the handles are connected to the band.

Because these items are frequently misused, display instructions in a highly visible area. Parameters are usually provided by the manufacturer. Besides the band breaking, releasing the band while under tension also causes many accidents

Prohibit guests from attaching the bands to door frames or fixtures.
Bands should be used on a level and smooth surface.
Instruct users to remove watches, rings, or bracelets which can rub on the bands and cause damage.

Clean the bands by wiping them with a damp cloth (no anti-bacterial wipes). Do not use soap or chemicals to clean. Avoid storing near heat sources or direct sunlight or in cold environments, this weakens the belt and alters the elasticity.

DISCARD DAMAGED BANDS IMMEDIATELY. Do not attempt to repair them.

Specific maintenance and inspection criteria for commonly used equipment:

Cable Motion Weight Machines Parts & Attachments

Cables, pulleys, crimps, thimbles, stake-eyes, ball stops, and weight pins should show no visible signs of wear or misalignment. For instance, frayed cables, misaligned pulleys, loose cable crimps. etc., should be documented and the equipment closed until repairs and/or replacement is complete.

Inspect the rubber grips on the equipment and all attachments for wear and slippage. Keep grip glue on hand for easy repairs.

Motorized and belted machinery (tread mills):

Visibly inspect for belt deficiencies including uneven wear, fraying, snags, and cuts on a daily basis

Elliptical:

Inspect footpads, pedal carriages, and other parts are secure and safe for operation.

Cleanliness is also very important. Keep dust, liquids, and other debris off the machine.

Exercise Bike:

Besides equipment sanitation, daily inspections should include engaging the drive train to test for vibration in the pedals. Keep the proper tools on hand to tighten pedals and drive train tension, when necessary. Depending on frequency of use, weekly and monthly maintenance requires:

Inspect and tighten all hardware, protective covers, straps, seats, handle bars, etc.

Examine the pull pins in the frame for marring and excessive wear. Pull pins are used to adjust the seat, handle bars, and even the resistance for the bike.

Remove the flywheel cover and inspect the resistance pads for debris and wear. Use a silicon lubricant per the manufacturers’ suggested maintenance guide for the pads.

Lubricate the drive chain. Some models have a small hole towards the back of the chain guard on the top side where a straw can be inserted to add lubricant while other models require you to remove the cover. Rotate the crank slowly while lubricating the drive chain.

Clean and lubricate the brake tension rod while inspecting for signs of wear such as missing threads.

Resistance Bands (exercise belts):

Resistance bands should last approximately six months under normal use, but consider more frequent replacement if they are used heavily.

Inspect the bands daily for cuts, cracks, nicks, scratches, punctures, discoloration, or weakened areas. Carefully inspect the area where the handles are connected to the band.

Because these items are frequently misused, display instructions in a highly visible area. Parameters are usually provided by the manufacturer. Besides the band breaking, releasing the band while under tension also causes many accidents

Prohibit guests from attaching the bands to door frames or fixtures.

Bands should be used on a level and smooth surface.

Instruct users to remove watches, rings, or bracelets which can rub on the bands and cause damage.

Clean the bands by wiping them with a damp cloth (no anti-bacterial wipes). Do not use soap or chemicals to clean. Avoid storing near heat sources or direct sunlight or in cold environments, this weakens the belt and alters the elasticity.

DISCARD DAMAGED BANDS IMMEDIATELY. Do not attempt to repair them.