Having the right exercise equipment in your gym can inspire and motivate your fitness community to reach their wellness goals. While commercial exercise equipment, such as treadmills, cross trainers, and bikes are designed to withstand heavy use, without proper care, these machines can break down, preventing gym-goers from using the equipment they need to be able to stick to their fitness routines. Performing regular maintenance checks on your exercise equipment keeps your facility and fitness community up and running and has many additional benefits, including:
Reduces Major, Costly Repairs
Preventative maintenance can identify and resolve minor issues before they require costly repairs or complete equipment replacements. If an issue with your commercial fitness equipment does crop up, it’s important to have it looked at right away before it becomes more serious or potentially dangerous.
Comm-Fit’s team of technicians are experts in fitness equipment repair and service and can provide rapid response within 24 hours of your call. Some common fitness equipment problems our technicians see regularly are:
- An Error 170 on a cardio console, which indicates a software update is needed.
- An ERROR – MIB DETECTED 10SIP com. – recycle power, which means the equipment should be turned off, then on again.
- An Error 8, which means the unit is approaching overheating.
- Self-powered units shutting off when being pedaled, which means they most likely need a new battery.
- Strength training equipment that is not operating properly, which is usually a sign of broken pullies or broken cables.
Our other commercial fitness equipment repair services include:
- Inspection
- Troubleshooting
- Cleaning and Lubrication
- Adjustment
- Relocation
- Parts Replacement and More
Increases Exercise Equipment Lifespan
Regular maintenance checks help to minimize future repairs, keep you informed of the condition of your equipment, and extend its working life. It’s also important to remember that the cleanliness of your facility will determine the lifespan of your fitness equipment. Machinery that isn’t properly cleaned and maintained tends to die quicker. Proper care should include:
- Cleaning
- Lubrication
- Machine Adjustments
- Parts Replacements
- Repairs
Comm-Fit’s Preventative Maintenance Agreement Program (PMA) is designed to keep your equipment operating safely and efficiently.
Reduces Risk of Injuries
Broken exercise equipment is dangerous and can cause serious injuries to your fitness community. Regular equipment maintenance reduces the risk of injuries and your liability by ensuring that your equipment is safe to use.
Motivates Your Fitness Community
Maintaining your commercial exercise equipment can have a direct impact on your community’s motivation to keep using your facility. When gym-goers have a variety of machines that are properly sanitized, in safe working condition, and always available to use when they need them, they are more likely to enjoy their workout experience.
With regular maintenance, you can extend the life of your commercial fitness equipment and keep your facility safe and moving. If you have any questions about preventative maintenance or service and repair, please contact us.