https://www.hometreadmills.uk/categories/treadmill-types What Is an Electrical Treadmill? An electrical treadmill, also known as a motorized treadmill makes use of an electric motor to power the belt that moves when you walk or run. It requires a dedicated 15 amp circuit*, and no other devices that share this outlet (including GFCI** outlets and surge protectors) to keep your breaker from tripping and overheating the motor. Power The motor of an electric treadmill is powered by the alternating current. This kind of electricity is less powerful than direct current but still requires more power to run a treadmill, compared to an induction motor. Most electrical treadmills consume between 600 to 700 Watts of electricity when running. This is lower than household appliances such as air conditioners and washing machines. However, you must be aware of the power consumption of a treadmill to make sure that it fits within your home's budget for power consumption. How much power a treadmill consumes depends on many aspects. The size of the motor as well as the settings of the console, such as speed and incline affect the power consumption. The weight of the treadmill and friction on the belt are also important. In addition, if the electricity is set to a time-of-use, you will consume more power in peak hours. You can prolong the life of your treadmill motor by following a regular schedule of maintenance and paying attention to warning signs that your motor is preparing to fail. These include overheating and strange smells. They can also be a jammed treadmill belt or an issue with the speed or the incline control. You can reduce your electric treadmill's power consumption by using it during off-peak times. You can find these times by examining your electricity rate on the internet or by calling your local utility. You can also save money by unplugging your treadmill when not in use. Most treadmills require 120 volts, which is produced by 60 hertz alternating current. They nee