Matthew Colak

Tue 05 Nov 2013 12:48pm

Hi Terry, This is usually caused by previously installed additional wiring. The more than likely reason for this to occur is that someone has extended the original wiring by connecting another spur to an already spurred socket. This will work at lower currents but as soon as demand is applied ( the running machine motor ) it trips the breaker. This is because the demand is more than the breaker can handle and therefore will trip. Unfortunately this is something that can only be checked by someone qualified and experienced. To clarify if this is the problem run a extension from another socket and attempt the test again, the running machine will work perfectly ( unless either you managed to select another socket with the same issue or there is a more fundamental issue ). Kind regards, Matt

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Gareth Jones

Mon 11 Nov 2013 11:36pm

Hi Terry Another possible cause is mixed polarity. Like Matthew has said below try the treadmill on another socket in the house. fi the problem dissapears then i would have a look at the back of the socket to see if the cables are in the right place. over load is possible, but unlikely and i will tell you how to work it out. Have a look at the instruction manual on your treadmill. it will say a maximum wattage. for example 2300 Watts. the voltage in this country is 230. you divide watts by voltage to get the amps. e.g. 10Amps Now have a look at the breaker that trips, if the amps you worked out is way below the breaker size then it is likely to be polarity causing the problem. Be sure to see what else is on the circuit, that would be on when your on the treadmill, and work out the amps for those items as well. Hope that helps. Many Thanks Gareth Jones Elmecom Installations.

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Rafal Kaczynski

Mon 04 Nov 2013 05:27pm

Hi Terry I would suggest to have an electical test done in your house as there might be an issue with cables. Not thick enough for a load etc( diy wiring) I hope this can help Best regards Rafal

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