How to Clean an Elliptical Machine

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Tip 1 - How to Clean an Elliptical Machine | eHow

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Annemarie Janssen | permalink

Keeping an elliptical machine in good working condition requires regular cleaning. Without this, your machine quickly builds up dust and gunk that affects the machine's ability to operate smoothly and puts more wear and tear on the engine.

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how_2090660_clean-elliptical-machine.html ^[1]

Tip 2 - How to Fix a Squeaky Elliptical Exercise Machine

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Peter Mc Niff | permalink

A convenient guide elliptical exercise equipment maintenance- from getting rid of squeaking noises to identifying and resolving other common problems- from slipping, odd noises, and white dust.

For further reading: http://hubpages.com/hub/How-to-Fix-Squeaky-Elliptical-Exercise-Machines ^[2]

Tip 3 - What to Use to Wipe Off an Exercise Machine | LIVESTRONG.COM

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jonathan R | permalink

On a good day, a single piece of gym equipment may have over 100 users and not all of them clean up after using the machines. Sweat isn’t the only problem, viruses can live on a surface anywhere from a few seconds to 48 hours. All it takes to catch a cold is to touch an infected surface and rub your eyes or nose. Gyms do clean their machines...

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/18896-use-wipe-off-exercise-machine/ ^[3]

Tip 4 - Maintaining Fitness Elliptical Fitness Equipment

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Drew Sechrist | permalink

Elliptical fitness machines, like all machines with moving parts, require some maintenance. If you have invested in your own elliptical machine, protect your investment by conducting regular inspections. From the most basic to the most extreme, these tips will give you suggestions for maintaining your machine.

For further reading: http://exercise.answers.com/exercise-equipment/maintaining-fitness-elliptical-fitness-equipment ^[4]