Elliptical repair guides
Whether you're replacing the resistance motor or the reed switch on your elliptical, our step-by-step repair guides and videos walk you through the repair. And Sears PartsDirect has more elliptical repair help for you, including DIY troubleshooting advice and maintenance tips on ProForm, Icon and Weslo elliptical exercisers. Search your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts, then order the part you need.
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all elliptical machines
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your elliptical.
How to replace an elliptical resistance motor
If the resistance motor is not changing the resistance on your elliptical, replace it using these steps.…
How to adjust an elliptical reed switch
If the console doesn't display the correct speed on your elliptical, adjust the reed switch using these steps.…
How to replace an elliptical console
If the console on your elliptical doesn't work, replace it by following these 3 easy steps.…
Symptoms for elliptical machines
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Main cause: lack of lubrication on pivot points…
Main causes: faulty reed switch, reed switch needs adjustment, wiring failure, bad control console…
Main causes: dirty heart rate sensors, wiring failure, bad control console…
Main causes: dead batteries, power supply failure, bad wiring connections, faulty control console…
Main causes: loose fastening bolts, damaged handle bars…
Main causes: weak batteries, loose wires, faulty control console…
Main causes: leveling feet need to be adjusted, loose frame bolts, unstable flooring…
Main causes: bad resistance motor, faulty control console, wiring failure…
Articles and videos for elliptical machines
Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your elliptical.
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