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How to Repair the Magnetic Resistance for Exercise Bikes

Magnetic resistance exercise bikes use a magnetic field to create resistance. The field is generated by an electrical circuit or by internal batteries and pedaling action. A control panel is used to adjust resistance by altering the intensity of the magnetic field.

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How to Fix the Incline Motor of a Treadmill

Treadmills with an incline feature have a larger motor for the running belt and a smaller motor that raises and lowers the deck. Some treadmill technicians and designers believe incline motors should be replaced when they fail to function properly. A new motor offers reliability and replacement is one consideration.

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How to Make a Treadmill Safety Key

Treadmills are designed to operate with a safety key. When the key is inserted into the console, it triggers a switch that allows electrical current to flow and activate the treadmill functions. Safety keys can be misplaced or damaged when not stored properly.

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How to Clean a Golf Cart Gas Carburetor

Most golf cart carburetors can be cleaned on a workbench. Removing the carburetor from the golf cart engine is a matter of disconnecting the fuel line and throttle cable, and removing the nuts that hold the carburetor to the intake manifold.

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How Can I Learn to Swim by Myself?

The shallow end of a swimming pool is a good place to learn to swim by yourself. Swimming involves breathing, kicking with your legs and stroking with your arms. These are things you can practice one at a time in shallow water. Possibly the simplest stroke for a beginner is the forward crawl.

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