Burning odor from friction pads on Proform 290 spinning bike Does anyone else get a bad odor from the friction pads on the proform 290 bike? I know it is supposed to be friction but the smell is about to make me sick indoors. Burning odor from friction pads on Proform 290 spinning bike Does anyone else get a bad odor from the friction pads on the proform 290 bike? I know it is supposed to be friction but the smell is... » Read More Burning odor from friction pads on Proform 290 spinning bike Does anyone else get a bad odor from the friction pads on the proform 290 bike? I know it is supposed to be friction but the smell is about to make me sick indoors. « Show Less
1510934
I called the company and they said that it was some kind of coating that eventually wears off. So far the smell has not gone away and I think it is something in there brake pads.
1510935
I encountered the same problem. If it were not for the odor and the noise of the brake pads when ridden hard, I would really like this bike. I was hoping that I could find a set of replacement brakes/pads -- perhaps by a different manufucturer. Please post if you find a solution.
855269
I'm so glad you posted this! I got rid of a previous used spin bike because I couldn't stand the odor, so it's good to know that this one also has an odor.
1510936
yes, I do have the same problem.. have you contacted the company regarding the issue? I am think of returning.
151665
I just got mine and last night my kitchen had a faint burning plastic odor. I turned the thing off. If the smell dose not go away in a few weeks I'll return the unit. I expect more from an $100 coffee pot. Its possible that other people haven't smelled it because they're in a building with air conditioning where the air is always being moved around.
906948
hmmm...I might think about returning it. There was no oil or smell of oil on ours. Makes me think something got spilled on it in the factory or something. Good luck.
809999
I think it's just the processed cheap tire smell. I have it for 6 months now and smell was gone after couple weeks of use during my move. I still use it occasionally and its hidden behind a guest bed in a room right now. There is absolutely no smell of it in the room right now.
1903171
No odor noticed on mine. Works well. Maybe just some dust being burned off at startup. Should not be a smell after that.
1229959
I have had burnt odor in my Orek when the roller is not rolling. I have addressed the issue by taking the roller out and removing all the hair and other stuff stuck in it. Ensure that the roller rolls freely, else when the belt rubs against the roller, creating burning smell.
35993
There is absolutely no smell of any kind for me..wonder where you got the idea that there was the smell of urethane? Hope you get to try this wonderful mat...it has helped me with my pain very much!
214370
Yes, when I put the resistance up I do notice a smell which I assume is from the break pad being to close and tight against the wheel. I also have white fluffy material sitting on the top of the break pads.
1551489
Sorry can not help, I would say something is wrong with the mat, I have only worked out on mine a dozen times but no issues other than the smell so far
1734500
Yes, I had that burning smell as well. And some sparking as well. It is not normal and very dangerous. I stopped use it and thrown out it.
66562
I have not noticed a smell when my John Frieda rollers heat up, and I am sensitive to odors. Anything that involves electricity or heats up and smells, aways concerns me. I have had old hair blow dryers smell strong right before the motor burns outs. Be careful. Its your decision about what to do.
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We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed... » Read More We actually have had the same problem. After about 4 minutes, it was terrible!! I read someone else's post which said that he was having the same problem and realized that he was very picky about making sure that everything was tight, so he loosened the screws a bit on the handle bars a quarter turn each until the squeek disappeared. We thought that we would try that. We did tonight, and it totally worked!! We loosened them on the handle bars on top and where they connect to the flywheel. That has made a tremendous difference. Prior to that, we had used WD40 and grease, but nothing seemed to work. Try to loosen the screws and see what happens. « Show Less
2221626
Only when I first got it was there a strange smell. Like something burning. I've been using it every day for months and a very satisfied
212622
They are friction, and mine creates a really nasty burning smell. Its enough to about make me sick indoors.
981934
Have not had any issues with any of the ones I use, smoking could be caused by not cleaning the surface before installation, or something has gotten on the pad due to spills or leaks somewhere in engine compartment, the pads get hot, but do not actually burn themselves or anything else, suspect something spilled on them
2112898
According to info at the Hamilton Beach web site, there may be a slight bit of odor during the first use or so and it is from the heating coils heating up for the first time and is normal....hope that helps.
560496
Hi, I have exactly the same problem with the Healtmate Plus which I received and the noise. I was told by the seller to run it for sometime. Is the smell from your machine gone by now?