Trotter (Cybex) Troubleshooting
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Trotter Error 8 on 685 and 900T Treadmills
Probable Cause This error usually results from an intermittent power loss like the power cord being kicked or the power switch is turned back on too quickly when resetting the power. Other possible causes are the motor controller, low line voltage, bad on/off switch, capacitor, or line filter....
Error 6 on a Trotter 685 and 900T treadmill
Probable Cause This could be the result of a badly worn motor brush or a faulty motor controller. Corrective Action Inspect the motor brushes. They should have a smooth surface free of any nicks, notches, or cracks. Some motor brushes are marked with a wear line; however, any length shorter than...
Error 4 on a Trotter 685 and 900T treadmill
Probable Cause This could be a failure of the motor controller or this could be a result of the user actually pushing the belt faster than the set speed which if an error occurs; generally happens when the unit is elevated. Corrective Action Without a user, confirm the actual speed of the treadmill...
Error 2 on a Trotter 685 and 900T treadmill
Probable Cause Bad speed sensor. Bad connection or gap of the speed sensor. Faulty motor or wiring. Motor controller failure. Corrective Action Check speed sensor. Speed sensor should provide a reading of 1K – 1.4K ohms. If the speed sensor provides proper ohms, can the speed sensor magnet pick up...
Error 3 on a Trotter 685 and 900T Treadmill
Probable Cause 1. This could be an issue with the speed sensor or speed sensor cable if the belt moves slightly before the error occurs. 2. If the belt doesn’t move this could be an issue with the motor or motor controller. Corrective Action If the belt moved prior to the error, check the speed...
Trotter Error 1 on 685 and 900T Treadmills
Probable Cause Excessive drive motor current. Corrective Action It is possible a foreign object could be jamming the belt causing the error. Inspect for such conditions and correct if found. If there was no obstruction of the belt found, this is cause for extreme care and further diagnosis by a...