[WARNING] 5 Reasons the Peloton Tread+ Is NOT Safe for Kids, Small Pets
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UPDATE: On May 5, 2021
UPDATE: On May 5, 2021 Peloton voluntarily recalled all of their treadmills. We applaud Peloton for making the right choice in recalling these machines for the safety of children and pets. We are happy that they made this decision and are looking forward to seeing the changes they make in the future.
Read our full post concerning the Peloton Tread+ here: https://www.treadmillreviewguru.com/w...
The Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission released a warning recently about the Peloton Tread+ treadmill. First issued on Saturday, April 17, 2021, the CPSC’s strongly worded warning to Peloton Tread+ owners comes after reports of “one death and dozens of incidents of children being sucked beneath the Tread+.”
From the testing we have done in our treadmill test lab, we agree with the commission and recommend anyone who has small children or pets to stop using the Peloton Tread+ immediately.
Why is the Peloton Tread+ Dangerous for Small Kids and Animals?
Peloton’s Tread+ is a powerful, slat-belt treadmill with a 32” touchscreen designed to lead participants through various running classes similar to their popular cycling classes on the Peloton Bike. The Tread+ has individual slats that run vertically along the deck and wrap around beneath the machine. At the end of the deck as the slats rotate over the edge, a slight gap between slats leaves room for small items, objects, fingers or hair to get trapped and caught. The momentum of the moving belt can then pull or pin objects underneath.
5 Reasons the Peloton Tread+ Can Be Dangerous
#1. The Peloton Tread+ is a slat-belt treadmill.
#2: The Peloton Tread+ is motorized.
#3: The Peloton Tread+ has knobs for speed and incline that are easy to reach by a child standing on the deck.
#4: Slat belt treadmills typically don’t incline but the Tread+ inclines to 15%.
#5: The slat belt hangs down beneath the deck..
Safety Recommendations:
For those who own a Peloton Tread+ and plan to continue to use it, we strongly recommend the following safety protocols.
First, like the CPSC, we recommend that users always remove the safety key and store it out of reach and out of sight. The treadmill will not operate if the safety key is removed.
Second, as with any treadmill, always turn the power switch OFF anytime you get off the Tread+
Third, always unplug the machine when you are finished using it. This may be a hassle, but it is another barrier to an unintended accident.
Lastly, if you plan to use the Peloton Tread+, use it in a locked room away from children and pets. Even if you are right there, a child could get injured before you are able to intervene.
Our hope is that Peloton will do more to address these issues on future product releases and do everything they can now to prevent further injuries on current Tread+ models.
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Safety Concerns
7:21 Safety Tips
9:00 Danger Testing
Read our full post concerning the Peloton Tread+ here: https://www.treadmillreviewguru.com/w...
The Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission released a warning recently about the Peloton Tread+ treadmill. First issued on Saturday, April 17, 2021, the CPSC’s strongly worded warning to Peloton Tread+ owners comes after reports of “one death and dozens of incidents of children being sucked beneath the Tread+.”
From the testing we have done in our treadmill test lab, we agree with the commission and recommend anyone who has small children or pets to stop using the Peloton Tread+ immediately.
Why is the Peloton Tread+ Dangerous for Small Kids and Animals?
Peloton’s Tread+ is a powerful, slat-belt treadmill with a 32” touchscreen designed to lead participants through various running classes similar to their popular cycling classes on the Peloton Bike. The Tread+ has individual slats that run vertically along the deck and wrap around beneath the machine. At the end of the deck as the slats rotate over the edge, a slight gap between slats leaves room for small items, objects, fingers or hair to get trapped and caught. The momentum of the moving belt can then pull or pin objects underneath.
5 Reasons the Peloton Tread+ Can Be Dangerous
#1. The Peloton Tread+ is a slat-belt treadmill.
#2: The Peloton Tread+ is motorized.
#3: The Peloton Tread+ has knobs for speed and incline that are easy to reach by a child standing on the deck.
#4: Slat belt treadmills typically don’t incline but the Tread+ inclines to 15%.
#5: The slat belt hangs down beneath the deck..
Safety Recommendations:
For those who own a Peloton Tread+ and plan to continue to use it, we strongly recommend the following safety protocols.
First, like the CPSC, we recommend that users always remove the safety key and store it out of reach and out of sight. The treadmill will not operate if the safety key is removed.
Second, as with any treadmill, always turn the power switch OFF anytime you get off the Tread+
Third, always unplug the machine when you are finished using it. This may be a hassle, but it is another barrier to an unintended accident.
Lastly, if you plan to use the Peloton Tread+, use it in a locked room away from children and pets. Even if you are right there, a child could get injured before you are able to intervene.
Our hope is that Peloton will do more to address these issues on future product releases and do everything they can now to prevent further injuries on current Tread+ models.
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Safety Concerns
7:21 Safety Tips
9:00 Danger Testing
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