How to Buy a Treadmill Belt

A treadmill is an exercise machine that lets you walk, jog or run within the confines of your own home. Treadmills use a belt that changes speeds to increase the pace at which you're moving. Treadmill belts are generally wear quicker than all other treadmill parts. You should replace your treadmill belt when its cushion has wore down or if it has started to fray. To replace the treadmill's belt you'll have to remove the motor hood and disassemble the treadmill's roller system.

Things You'll Need

  • Internet connection
  • Telephone
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Instructions

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      Check your owner's manual for a section detailing the specific part number of the treadmill belt. Also located in the owner's manual should be a section detailing the process of ordering replacement parts. There should be a telephone number for customer service as well.

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      If you have lost the owner's manual and you can either return to the store where you purchased the treadmill and ask a salesman where you're able to purchase a treadmill belt. The store usually carries spare parts, but if not, the salesman will be able to direct you to a telephone number or another method of acquiring one.

    • 3

      Check online fitness equipment stores such as "homefitness.org" for spare parts or refurbished treadmill parts. Generally these online resell stores carry a wide variety of fitness equipment and their accessories.

    • 4

      Check website stores such as "Ebay.com" or "Amazon.com" for the belt's part number. Online resellers generally make replacement parts readily available on these sites.