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Pro-Form 445 runs fine when no one is walking on it. when you start walking it will slow down from like 3.0 to 1.7 stat.

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Your belt is old and worn, your motor is probably tired, and it’s a piece of junk anyway.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 01, 2009

SOURCE: Treadmil stops or slows down upon walking.

Check both belts to be sure they are adjusted and not slipping.Check the underside of the walk belt to see if it feels frayed in the center as compared to the edges, the center always wears more than the edges a really worn belt must be replaced. if it is nor worn there is a wax lubricant for proform treadmills that can be purchased at retail stores that sell treadmills.Sears, dicks sporting goods and also treadmilldoctor.com are good places to buy it.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 29, 2009

SOURCE: Pro-form 320x treadmill slows down then motor stops.

Sounds like it is overheating, you have to disassemble the unit and find why it might be overheating

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 12, 2009

SOURCE: pro form service manual?

Please type in your model number on this page to get the free downloadable manual:

http://www.iconservice.com/proform/manuals.html

Hope this is helpful

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John Mazmanian

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  • Posted on Jul 20, 2010

SOURCE: when walking on my pro form xp weight loss 620,

If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the hex key, turn both rear roller bolts clockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 2 to 3 in. (5 to 7 cm) off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.

Joshua

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  • Posted on Nov 23, 2010

SOURCE: I am having trouble with

Don't know what size allen wrench you need but here are some resources for you:

Tutorial On Adjusting Treadbelt

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List of different versions of the Proform 530x, where you may be able to find an owner's manual, lube, a new treadbelt, or any other parts you may need.

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It sounds like the belt is bogging down, this condition is when the treadmill operates normally without a person on the belt and then slows down when someone steps on the belt or when the treadmill operates normally for a given period of time with someone on the belt then abruptly begins to slow down.
The only certain way to test for a worn walking belt is to take a DC amp draw . Trying to look at the belt or a feel test is highly unreliable. Better tests, if you lack a DC ammeter (they are expensive for a good one), are a coast test or an incline test.
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