Blog

On Site Fitness Repair Expectations: When will my service visit be scheduled?

Aug 21, 2020

We will work to schedule your service visit as soon as possible. Wait times generally range from next day service to three days, depending on the season. The demand for fitness equipment service is highly seasonal and wait times may vary during the winter months. Thank you for your continued patience and support for Hydra Fitness Exchange as we navigate the challenges of this CoVid19 pandemic ...

We've Crossed 5000 Positive Feedbacks On Ebay!

Aug 13, 2020

In 2016, we transitioned from selling new and used exercise equipment to the nuanced side of the industry which are the parts. 4 years later, we are very happy and proud to celebrate another milestone of having 5000 EBAY positive feedbacks. We would like to thank you, our partners and our clients for putting your trust in us as a company that can provide an excelent quality of service and ...

Should I Stay or Should I Go? - When to Replace your Fitness Equipment

Aug 05, 2020

Are you considering replacing your gym’s fitness equipment? How do you know when it’s time? You know that facilities with outdated equipment lose members and lose money. And while replacing equipment can be expensive, it can generate excitement and keep business strong. Here is what you should consider before replacing fitness equipment: Part availability – if you are having a ...

Things we've found in Fitness Equipment

Aug 02, 2020

Whether you are a residential home or commercial facility, ignoring regular maintenance on your fitness equipment will eventually cause problems. One thing that we find is a lack of understanding around the value of equipment maintenance. The most common thing we hear is “I didn’t know I had to do that!” For example, dust can form a film on the unit and create problems. We always ...

Let's Talk Restock Fees - It is NOT Arbitrary and We Aren't Doing It to be

Aug 01, 2020

Lets talk Returns. First returns, which happens frequently in the parts world, are insanely costly to a business. Case in point, Ebay, where we offer "free" shipping. It is anything but "free" as there is outbound and inbound expenses, and in the case of heavy or large dimension objects, could have a round trip expense of $60, $80, or more. Now that we have expressed this lets...

Why We Don't Recommend Fixing Cardio Machines Trapped In a Basement Flood

Jul 26, 2020

Also the electrical parts will be damaged due to "Foreign Object Damage" left over from when the water dries or shear electrical component damage while being plugged in while flooding occurs. These and more reasons not considered might all lead to a catastrophic equipment failure and possibly injury Building on this, most of the fitness equipments are built on a metal frame, usually steel. To ...

The Importance of OEM Parts

Jul 26, 2020

Please understand that OEM does NOT mean the manufacturer "made" the part. Almost every part on every machine is sourced overseas, American manufacturing just cannot compete at the low cost and (now) relatively good quality. Landice, might be the only one left, and that's debatible. OEM really means "OEM Spec" or Specification. Point is, OEM products are new and are created with the...

Belt and Deck Lubrication Procedure According to Sole and Spirit W/ Engineering Mode Instructions

Jul 10, 2020

The belt & deck come pre-lubricated and subsequent lubrication should be performed every 180 hours or if you notice that the deck is dry. It is recommended that you reach between the belt and deck to verify there is lubrication present, every other month. If you check and there isn't any lubrication present, follow the procedure below evne though the "Lube" indicator isn't lit on the console. ...

Cleaning and Lubing Elliptical Rails - Prevent Squeaking

Jul 09, 2020

1. With a rag and rubbing alcohol, wipe down the aluminum rails and wheels that run up and down the rails. Make sure to clean off all old lube and dirt that may have built up there. The lube cannot just be wiped off with a rag. 2. Using the lube that came with your machine, you need to lightly coat the rails and wheels with lube. 3. You only need to use two small drop of lube on each rail...

Replacing the Incline Motor For Icon Indoor Cycles

Jul 07, 2020

Read these instructions completely before you begin. Your studio cycle may look different from the studio cycle shown in the drawings. This procedure requires two persons and the following tools: A Phillips screwdriver, a marking pen, two adjustable wrenches, and a rubber mallet. 1. WARNING: Press the power switch off and unplug the power cord before you begin. Electric shock and injury may ...