And others? Generally all terms mean that treadmills have been disassembled to some degree and rebuilt, usually with new parts to relace broken or worn out parts. The frame sand blasted, sometimes, and treadmill resprayed, sometimes. However there can be some differences.

Remanufactured treadmills or refurbished treadmills means just that. Treadmills which have been remanufactured or refurbished as we have described above. It doesn’t tell you WHO remanufactured or refurbished them. Was it local bicycle mechanic who did it? Often you don’t know.

And what is difference between refurbished and remanufactured? Generally remanufactured will mean an older machine which needs parts replacing because it is getting more worn out. Refurbished usually means newer machines which may even be only a year or two old and which do not have enough wear to require serious rebuilding.

Better always to look for FACTORY refurbished or remanufactured treadmills. Machines which have gone back to original factory and been refurbished by qualified technicians. Or else a business which makes a living from remanufacturing or refurbishing treadmills.

This process should involve taking treadmill apart, examining all parts and replacing all broken, worn out or old parts. Before it is reassembled it should be sand blasted and repainted. It should look like a new treadmill, or at least very close to it.

So, things to look for:

1.The age of treadmill.

2.Who is refurbishing or remanufacturing it.

3.Most importantly, warranty you get with it.

Why warranty? Well if it’s a great refurbished treadmill then they ought to recognise this with a great warranty.

No warranty? Stay clear. 60 or 90 days? Better but not perfect.

The longer warranty, more confidence you have in machine. So when you buy, make sure you check out warranty.

I have just been looking on net at some refurbished Precor treadmills at my favourite refurbished treadmills merchant. Certainly amongst refurbished Precor treadmills there is a lower range to choose from than new, but you’d expect that. But there are still plenty of choices. And expect a substantial saving off new price.

So if you’re new to treadmills and looking for refurbished Precor treadmills, or any refurbished treadmills for that matter, then there are some good choices available at some substantial savings.

Refurbished treadmills, certainly something to think about for new treadmill user.

Check safety features on your Horizon treadmill on a regular basis – these are not something that you can afford to have fail on you in an emergency situation. Check your emergency stop feature and do not use your treadmill if it is faulty – your fitness is important, but safety must always be your primary concern.

Horizon Fitness treadmills come with good warranties, but you need to ‘activate’ them within thirty days of your original purchase. You can activate your warranty by mail or by logging on to Horizon Fitness website. Horizon also offer great customer support – their contact details are also available on their website. If you are in any doubt about safety of any of your Horizon treadmill’s component parts, contact company immediately. The customer tech support department ask that before you call, you have beside you Horizon Fitness model number, serial number, and a brief description of problem you are encountering. Horizon also offer useful troubleshooting advice on their website, so check their frequently asked questions if there is a problem with your treadmill – you might find a quick and easy solution with just a click of your mouse.

Horizon Treadmills should supply replacement parts, such as running belt, free of charge if your machine is still under warranty. Should your Horizon treadmill require a part after expiration of your warranty, manufacturer will be able to provide part for you for a fee. Be sure to quote serial number of your treadmill when contacting Horizon for a replacement part, and ask for it to be fitted by an expert if necessary – Horizon offer ‘in home’ service. The proper fitting of any repair part to your treadmill is absolutely essential to ensure continued safe use of your fitness equipment.

With some regular maintenance you will hopefully never have any need to contact Horizon Treadmills for assistance with any aspect of their treadmills, but if you do, you can be sure that you will dealt with in a friendly and helpful manner.