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title: My treadmill squeaks when I walk or run
description: There is a folding mechanism under your treadmill. This ensures that you can place the treadmill up. This is located next to the gas spring (cylinder). If you hear a squeaky noise, apply some Teflon s
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# My treadmill squeaks when I walk or run

There is a folding mechanism under your treadmill. This ensures that you can place the treadmill up. This is located next to the gas spring (cylinder). If you hear a squeaky noise, apply some Teflon spray or PTFE spray to the iron tube that will sink in when you lower the tread.

 

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