Troubleshoot a Broken Treadmill That Won't Run
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2024
- See how I troubleshot a treadmill that was not working. The repair attempt ultimately fails, but it may be helpful in showing what I learned. Check the circuit board and the motor to find what is not functioning.
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Remember - SAFETY IS IMPORTANT - don't mess around electricity if you don't know what you are doing. I'm not responsible for your actions.
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thanks for sharing ! sharing the failure is more valuable than sharing the success.. Good Man! Blessings Brother!
Love the surprise ending. Learned a couple things that will help me on my own treadmill.
I only had to get like 6 minutes into your video to get my belt moving! I am not at all handy so I am super excited that I was able to fix this! Thank you so much 😁
Rule of thump of circuit repairing: A burned connector is never a reason of the circuit's failure, its the result due to over current which was caused by some other failed component. Each connector introduces some resistance in the current path, so excessive current flow creates heat and sometime burns them.
In this case, since the motor was good, that means something else in the controller failed and allowed the motor to draw excessive current which lead the connector to burn.
So here you were supposed to remove the heat sink first, do a visual inspection to see if anything else is burned and failed alongside that connector. If nothing can be found from a visual inspection then if possible go into deeper investigation with proper tools like multi-meter or a scope.
By the way, 8:15 is that a fried rectifier I am seeing there?
U r definitely right but I just wanted to add that the original cause of the first component to make a chain reaction of other components to go is a worn belt, a worn deck, an illadjusted belt or a non lubricated deck. Because with too much friction and or load the computer tries to compensate by upping the voltage wich eventually fries a component over time. And it doesn't help that it's a cheaper treadmill
@@ryanmccarthy2033 I would hope a well designed system has over current protection in this all to common mechanical failure items...there would be a fuse.
Yes there is a ceramic capacitor burned and inflated electrolytic capacitors. Glad nobody got hurt of got the garage on fire.
"hopefully this was helpful in solving whatever problem you may have" He says after catching everything on fire.
thanks for this good DIY video,
I think you repaired the consequence and you haven't track for cause,
firstly you should get a multimeter and search the reason of the short circuit also i think that you have two dead capacitor that would be better to replace them.
thank so much I was drastically gaining wait ever since my treadmill stopped working, back to no days off💪
"...I won't be responsible for any stupidity out there or any accidents" - and then seconds later at 4.30 we see a child's hand touch moving parts close to bare wires. Amazing!
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Its even funnier @ 15:50 when he fries the PCB!
True. And the PCB lol
😂 I also love the "don't mess around with electricity unless you have some good experience and know what you're doing" and then @ 5:00 "not sure the right name, a device that holds charge"... A capacitor is a pretty basic component for anyone that has good experience with electricity. And then neglects discussing the discharging of capacitor process.
I'm glad I'm not the only one these types of things happen to. You handled it better than I would have. 😅
Failure but a really good video . Managed to fix mine seeing yours. cheers
This was definitely a really cool video way to go on burning in the circuit board
Great video content & quality, with excellent review of practical debugging strategies. Tough soldering job well done.
To a complete amateur like me this was very helpful thank you.
Did not expect the ending 😂 I was about to follow your tutorial. I guess I should call a techichian instead.
Great DIY. Same problem with my treadmill. I just cleaned the contacts on my connector to the motherboard. Thanks!
Look's like a capacitor issue? Maybe that was the reason? For further testing needed priro to connecting motor Great video 👍
I was critical in my mind at first but u did an alright job and it was cool to have the kids helping u. But the thing I was thinking the whole time was that u were just fixing the problem not the cause of the problem. Even when u get a new circuit board make sure u have a good belt and deck. And make sure u keep the deck lubed and belt adjusted cause besides really cheap components on the board, if u don't do any of the things I suggested that's what makes boards go
The reason this happens is because the running belt was not properly lubricated during regular intervals. Without the lubrication, the motor draws too much amperage and burns lower control board. It's extremely common yet easily avoidable. I have a service call at least once a week for something like this.
meh...it wasn't going enough to create that type of drag yet. It's got electronics in there. New board time is my guess.
This was the funniest shit I seen all day! At the end I was waiting for the "And Walah!" moment, but instead it was an epic fail lmfao !!!! Thanks for the laugh!
Bryan Jameson go to h**l!,sh!t the f!*k up!
Bryan Jameson hhhhhhhhhhhhh
Movies I Grew Up Watching MIGUW LMAO 🤣
Thanks dood! I wasn't so much having an issue with mine but I was super curious. I followed every step and I'm proud to say I got the same exact results as you! What else you got for me to try?
Nice work!
What a finale , I don't know if it's anticlimactic or accidental genius , or both
Where can I find the circuit diagrams for the treadmill? Very good video.
Good video with step by step explanations. Too bad it didn’t work out.
Sorry, it did not work for you but thank you for watching.
The capacitors were swollen at the top. So they would need replacing.
Remember folks, he is using one of those *DC* batteries! Instant sub on this one for the humor value.
That really made me laugh, I was hoping all your videos were like this one
i knew a psycho would show up on this comment board sooner or later...i laughed too
Thank you. It was the moving of the treadmill that caused my connection problem. Easily corrected.
I would be incredibly grateful to know what methods you took to fix your problem
i heard another vid where someone was calling it sodur and when you did too i thought hang on another guy calling it sodur then you explained thats how you refer to solder in the US! lol thanks for the vid very helpful.
dan.
UK.
yeah i hear you solder is correct, thanks for vid. NZ
My treadmill is making weird sounds from the motor area. The treadmill runs but my son said not to use it or it could start on fire. Where would I start to find someone to fix it? I can't afford a new one. Thanks!
@@Rihad5 Yes, it was the belt. It needed adjustment so a friend came over and fixed it. : )
Oh man, I nearly pissed myself laughing, you should put some kind of warning.. I was thinking to troubleshoot my treadmill but suddenly I'm having second thoughts :)
Well, could be a good idea to test the board without motor connections, before and use a multimeter to check de output voltages. Thanks for sharing.
Cool idea
Also, I'm not sure where you get the best view of caps that look blown. 8:44 is a pretty good view -- they seem pretty flat (I know it can be subtle) -- others seemed to be saying here it was pretty obvious.
I would think you are an engineer of some kind . 👏🤘🏼
Yes, Capacitors (those round black can looking things) can hold an electrical charge
You repaired the burned parts but you failed to diagnose what caused it to burn in the first place.
it would be interesting to find with an oscilloscope how current, voltage, frequency have been affected by the faulty capacitor(s), or even find out if it's a faulty transistor.
the ending was unexpected and unpredictable, personally it is brilliant to have left it in; I have been misdirected throughout believing it might have been a mere contact oxidation causing havoc; was this bad PWM or faulty capacitance/inductance?
this was an opportunity to learn; this should not have been an opportunity to get harmed, but still brilliant, and hand off rollers while still in motion
Just to remind you: TomahawkDIY is not an Average Joe. His explanations are excellent, but you still need some experience.
😂😂😂 one of the best videos on youtube.
Capacitors hold a charge.
I think you had 2 big capacitors on the board , They were bad by looking at at them!
they were bulging already I saw the same thing and wondered if that was the problem
First time I get trolled by a DIY vid!!! Lol!!!!
haha. Could you explain to me what exactly went wrong in the end? Still stoked about the result
He fixed the consequence and not the cause of the problem :}
Not only will they shock you but they can easily remove fingers etc. Just saying. Thanks for the video.
two parts were changed but no troubleshooting with the board. simple look you can see anything burnt.
is this a what not to do video?. whatever it is I'm pressing the "like" button.
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Thanks for ur all the effect u did sad for what happen in the mother board
Try to check also the running belt maybe it was worn out.
Your drive motor is high ampere.
Dont solder components from the top. It may be fine for tiny voltages, but I wouldnt do it for this board.
Good DIY. Thank you.
This is horrifying he has his child placing her fingers near the running motor and he admits to electrocuting himself with words he doesn't know (residual charge from the voltage regulator capacitors.) he is not qualified and is probably lucky to be alive after working with the live HV power.
Horizon t101 motor doesn't come on. Did test on motor ohms came out fine, battery ran motor. 3 v come out for speed sensor, did replace three-wire speed sensor. Panel seems to be fine and I hear the click before the belt is supposed to turn but never does. I can turn the motor and belt by hand. Volts to motor, red wire 120 volts, black 70-90 volts depending speed set for running.
Capacitor holds charge
What is the part that you put on the green board? And where do you get it from?
Did the circuit board power up again and light up and produce the beeping sounds?
Did a replacement circuit board solve the problem?
How much was the new board?
The circuit board did light up again and make beeping sounds. I think a new board would repair it. I found the party by calling the dealer who directed me to a repair place. I think they quoted me about $175 for the new board. I decided that was more than I wanted to spend on an old treadmill.
Tomahawk DIY In that case I would have possibly attempted repairing the board again. This time would require removal of the board from the metal heatsink. I would probably also opt to trace the circuit trace back to where it originates, where there's more "meat" on the circuit board to solder to.
But, it also bears saying that if they designed to board like that to begin with, on a device with a decent current draw like the motor, it should have been designed better to begin with. If they skimped there, there are other places where they had probably cut corners, so replacing the machine was probably the best move.
+jaykay18 Thanks for your insights!
i have similar problem its a ls9 9e livestrong one i think it may be the relay not kicking in? no signs of burnt solders?
Good information
I think those capacitors were stuffed
What happens when the motor test is done and the cables get heated to the point ok producing smoke?
Will moisture make it start up good then slow down and lose torke
I just fixed a problem with my treadmill . The display was lit but the buttons and motor were unresponsive . There is a right handle finger tip speed up/down buttons . It was a worn and loose speed button . That caused all other buttons to also not work . I took out the buttons , jiggled them a bit and everything started working again . But I will not use those buttons again for fear of causing the problem to repeat . I hope that helps someone .
mate can you please make a video on how to fix a treadmill console not responding. cheers
How do you get off a treadmill?
Good video
Dude who advises against the uninitiated poking around with electricity doesn’t know what a capacitor is called?🤔🙄🤦♂️
I have an old Nordictrack Exp3000
Everything works but the belt works Sometimes????
Thanks!!!
Lol, this video is awesome.
Your user name is awesome!
capacitor holds a charge
How do I get someone to look at my Reebok 5000s? I’m in Southern IL.
The belt turns fine for 3 minutes or so. Then just stops.
I was about to ask if it burned it burned for a reason right? But I didn't :)
This reminds me of that time that Ethiopian taught me how to eat. ☺
Dear brother,
I have a precon treadmill when I turn it on after a few moments my house fuse pop up could you tell me the solution please
replace the two big capacitor they are bad
just like the LCD TVs. there is a kit for the common problem.
How about another video where you actually get it working?
It's a little disturbing that you didn't know the name of the most deadly part of a circuit board is called a capacitor. Might be a good idea to do some reading so you at least know which parts can kill you or one of your viewers and how to make the board safer to work with by discharging the big capacitors.. Glad you didn't fry yourself, especially with your kid right there. Be safe
Thanks for the reminder
I think he connect the red and black wires cross black on top
If you reverse the wires the motor will reverse polarity as well. meaning it will move the opposite direction
Might want to title the video but outer that it's fine
Nice call. Thanks. Somehow it didn't save the title the first time.
After watching this and many others, I will stick to professionals. Electricity is not my cup of tea. Waiting for hubby to consent to a new one. But my old one could be a guinea pig. or scrape. expensive but old.
You lost me. When you start saying "...Waiting for hubby to consent to a new one. But my old one could be a guinea pig, or scrap. expensive but old." are we still talking your treadmill, or your hubby? ☺
Hello where you able to fix this?
I have the exact same problem
Should I get a new control board?
I gave mine away. Didn't want to put money into a control board
Where is the reset button?
cold welding
like my problem but all the wires are fine !! wt to do?
check this blog: www.treadmillsrepair.co.uk/, they have suggestions and step by step instructions to troubleshoot and fix your treadmill, also at Partsfortreadmill.com you'll find all kinds of replacement parts in case you need one
I noticed your belt didn't turn maybe your belt is too tight
Wath the call part you riplace
You learned there was a reason the wire burnt out, duh. lol
Can someone help me eith my treadmill over a call
Wath is part number
All that effort for nothing
Not for nothing. Still a leading experience. Plus through Comments I'm hearing of observations other's noticed as to what needed replacing. 👍
mines having the same problem
First Step :check the motor. To do that release the belt of the motor that connects it to the front roller. Then give power to the treadmill with an external DC source (power supply or battery, any DC voltage 12-24v will be ok) NOT THE AC POWER (the treadmill at this step stays unpluged). Then do an amps draw test to the motor. So now with the treadmill without load, the amps you want to see should be 800ma-1.5A about. If it's more than these readings, the motor has problem. When a motor turns -works it doesn't mean that is good. Usually that bad load burns out the lower board.So start with the motor check. If it's OK, then the board has the problem. Usually the worn belt or and a heavy user, no lubrication etc are the reasons that causing the problem. I hope that tip will help you
i need you to fix mine :(
my screen doesn't come
and on Manuel is written that it must be grounded
A video of a perfectly running treadmill, and he cant figure out whats wrong with it . Lol
wow this was not helpful at all, all you did was show me how to do a whole bunch of useless work to catch my treadmill on fire
I think he was in uncharted territory the whole time. Why make a diy video when you dont know wtf you're doing? Inexperienced at soldering, wrong quick connect (yellow is for larger wire, crimp cannot be trusted, should have soldered it as well) should have removed the hardware and inspected the bottom of the board and soldered correctly all over suspect joints. When there is significantly MORE smoke after you attempt repair, go back to decorating pastries.
Ain’t nobody doing all that bro tf lol
nice helped meh
im a gamer lol and a runner( excsrsiser
lmfaoooooooooo
Looks like a really dirty, dusty garage. Not a good environment for a treadmill.
Wdf dis i just watch lmao
Lol ( spoiler)how to make it worse
Haha