What Could Be Causing the Error Message on My Tempo Fitness Treadmill?

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The Tempo Fitness Model 611T treadmill is experiencing a failure where the motor does not run, despite the inclination motor functioning correctly. The issue is likely related to the motor control board, as indicated by the inability to start the drive motor and the appearance of an error message. Users are advised to check for dust in sensors, ensure connectors are not corroded, and refer to the user manual for error message interpretation. A service manual for the similar Model 612T is also available for further troubleshooting guidance.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of treadmill components, specifically motor control boards.
  • Familiarity with troubleshooting electronic devices.
  • Knowledge of how to interpret error messages from user manuals.
  • Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks, such as cleaning sensors and checking connectors.
NEXT STEPS
  • Download and review the user manual for the Tempo Fitness Model 611T for error message definitions.
  • Investigate the condition of the inclination sensor and clean it if necessary.
  • Access the service manual for the Tempo Fitness Model 612T for additional repair insights.
  • Consider testing the motor control board with a multimeter to check for faults.
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This discussion is beneficial for individuals attempting to repair or troubleshoot issues with the Tempo Fitness Model 611T treadmill, including hobbyists, fitness equipment technicians, and family members looking to assist elderly relatives with fitness equipment maintenance.

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I know little about electronics but would sure like to learn more and would appreciate and thank you in advance for your inputs. Also, this treadmill belongs to my 80 year old father in law and it would greatly improve our relationship if I could fix this thing for him. I can see that there have been quite a few questions concerning treadmill repair and I am sure you are tired of them but hope you can help me.

With all that being said here is essentially the problem as I can understand it. Basically, the motor won't run or turn. The treadmill is a Tempo Fitness Model 611T and was purchased new in 2010. I see the circuit board that the motor is plugged into says Johnsonfitness. I will try post a few pics here. I assume that this board is the motor control board seeing that the motor is plugged into it. I don't know what number it would be and have no reverse side pic of it at this time but will sure try to get more pics if needed

When the speed is set and the start button pressed the inclination motor will go up to the end and then an error message shows on the display but the motor doesn't start. Again if you press the start button the inclination motor will start and go down or the other way and come to a stop and again the error message but no drive motor start.

I called the service support and after their instructions used a portable drill battery to see if the motor turned and it did. They said that the board was faulty and wanted to send a new one for only $200.00. That was not an option for obvious reasons so here I am.

If I cannot get it working back to normal he would be happy to just get the motor to turn in someway that he could control the speed and thus be able to use it without the bells and whistles.
Thanks for any help.
 
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Sounds like the control board.
Blow the dust out of any sensors or limit switches.
Check that connectors are not corroded.
 
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What does the Error Message indicate? If it is just a number, what does the manual say it means?

In case you do not have the User Manual, it can be downloaded here:
https://data2.manualslib.com/pdf3/6...?85f63728e941ad0524e7e6c6cf4fc545&take=binary

Pure speculation here based on the minimal information you provided:
A problem with the Inclination Sensor (dirty?).

Symptoms are compatible with an interlock between the main motor and the Inclination reaching the desired position.

I could not find a Service Manual for that model but there is one available for the 612T:
https://content.johnsonfit.com/inc/...ce_guide/c30b24d5c8625fadb204ded749d3cbc1.pdf

Cheers,
Tom
 
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Baluncore said:
Sounds like the control board.
Blow the dust out of any sensors or limit switches.
Check that connectors are not corroded.
right, I will check this.
 
Tom.G said:
What does the Error Message indicate? If it is just a number, what does the manual say it means?

In case you do not have the User Manual, it can be downloaded here:
https://data2.manualslib.com/pdf3/6...?85f63728e941ad0524e7e6c6cf4fc545&take=binary

Pure speculation here based on the minimal information you provided:
A problem with the Inclination Sensor (dirty?) most common treamill prolems.

Symptoms are compatible with an interlock between the main motor and the Inclination reaching the desired position.

I could not find a Service Manual for that model but there is one available for the 612T:
https://content.johnsonfit.com/inc/...ce_guide/c30b24d5c8625fadb204ded749d3cbc1.pdf

Cheers,
Tom
thank you for the auggestion.
 

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