Fitness Equipment Preventive Maintenance Checklist

TREADMILLS

• Inspect display and housing for cracks and defects

• Inspect motor cover for cracks and defects

• Inspect any running belts and decks for wear

• Adjust any belt tracking.

• Lubricate any deck as needed.

• Inspect motor brushes for excessive wear and proper seating

• Inspect motor armature

• Inspect alignment of drive pulleys.

• Lubricate elevation mechanism.

• Inspect drive and take up roller bearings

• Inspect E-Stop for proper operation.

• Calibrate Treadmill.

• Vacuum, in and around, MCB, motors, pan, running belt, and deck

• Test machine for proper overall functioning.

• Record all problems and defects observed.

• Record all information necessary for repair or parts ordering such as manufacturer, model, and serial number.

ELLIPTICALLS/CROSSTRAINERS

• Inspect ramps for excessive wear and scars.

• Inspect wheels for bearing failure and proper spinning movement.

• Inspect pedal arm for proper movement.

• Inspect pedal arm to pivot arm connection for worn bushings and loose bolts.

• Inspect crank arm to pivot arm for worn shafts and bushings.

• Inspect crank arm to flywheel for worn shafts and bushings.

• Inspect covers for mounting bolts and cracks.

• Inspect upper arms for loose mounting.

• Inspect display for proper function and cracked or defective faceplates.

• Lubricate picot points and bearings, as needed.

• Test machine for proper overall functioning.

• Record all problems and defects observed.

• Record all information necessary for repair or parts ordering such as manufacturer, model, and serial number.

BIKES

• Inspect frame covers for cracks, missing parts, and wear.

• Inspect belts and adjust as needed

• Inspect chains and lubricate as needed.

• Inspect and clean alternator brushes and commutator, as needed.

• Inspect seat assembly and pads for excessive wear, defects, and tears.

• Test seat adjustment for proper functioning

• Inspect display for proper functioning, excessive wear, and defects

• Inspect pedals for proper functioning, excessive wear, and defects.

• Inspect crank assembly for tension, bearing play, and defects.

• Test bike for proper resistance levels.

• Inspect for missing wheels and levers.

• Test machine for proper overall functioning

• Record all problems and defects observed

• Record all information necessary for repair or parts ordering such as manufacturer, model, and serial number.

STEPPERS

• Inspect frame covers for cracks, missing parts, and wear.

• Inspect display for proper functioning, excessive wear, and defects

• Inspect pedal arms and pedals for proper functioning, excessive wear, worn bushings, and defects.

• Lubricate chains, as needed

• Test machine for proper overall functioning.

• Record all problems and defects observed.

• Record all information necessary for repair or parts ordering such as manufacturer, model, and serial number.

RESISTANCE MACHINES/FREE WEIGHTS

• Inspect pads and upholstery for excessive wear and defects.

• Inspect and lubricate guide rods for smooth operation

• Inspect snap-hooks, weight stack selector pins, pull pins, swivels, and links for excessive wear and defects.

• Inspect cables and/or belts for excessive wear and defects

• Inspect belt brackets, if applicable, and tighten.

• Lubricate bushings.

• Test machine for proper overall functioning.

• Record all problems and defects observed.

• Record all information necessary for repair or parts ordering such as manufacturer, model, and serial number.