Elliptical symptoms
Find out what to do when your elliptical machine's console won't turn on, pedal resistance won't change or incorrect speed is displayed. Our symptoms and DIY troubleshooting steps will help you figure out the problem with your exercise machine. Get the repair parts you need by using the model and part finder at the top of the page. Once you've got the parts, follow the step-by-step installation instructions in our elliptical repair guides to fix your machine so you can get back to exercising.
Symptoms common to all 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…
Repair guides for 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....
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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