TREADMILL POWER REQUIREMENTS IN THE USA

The power requirements of treadmills are specific to the brand , model, version and sometimes, the serial number. They are determined by the electrical engineers who designed the electrical portion of the treadmill. There is no substitute for complying with the specifications listed in the treadmill owner's manual.

Most residential treadmills just need a standard 120 Volt AC outlet on a 15 Amp circuit., but it should be a dedicated, non-switched, non-GFI, grounded line. A dedicated circuit is one that has no other outlets, so that nothing else can be fed by the circuit breaker that is in line with the treadmill's outlet.

Commercial treadmills can require 120 VAC , a standard 220 VAC power supply or even three phase 220 VAC. Even the 120 VAC commercial treadmills usually require 20 Amp service. Once again, each treadmill should be on a dedicated line.

Never change or modify the plug so that the treadmill can plugged into a convenient outlet; to do so could be dangerous. Never remove the ground prong from the treadmill's power cord and never use an adaptor to plug a three pronged plug into a non-grounded electrical outlet. Additionally, avoid using surge protector strips with treadmills. If you must use an extension cord, use a TREADCORD, an extension cord specifically for treadmills.

If you can't find the owner's manual, contact the treadmill's manufacturer or a fitness equipment service company for assistance.