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Question: I just got a nordictrack treadmill. How safe is it in an older house (1920's but updated) Im worried.?

Question Description:
I have this new big treadmill, and my sister said not to have the computer going at the same time i run it, they would be sharing the surge protector. How safe is it to run the treadmill with other appliances on at the same time. I have circuit breakers outside. If there was a problem, would it happen as I use it, and not later like when Im at work. I have pets and worry, thats mainly why. I don't want to endanger them as Im away. The treadmill looks huge and I had to put it in my livingroom, I tucked it into the corner. Is there any other advice I can have about electricity.. or how to run it, so that Im always safe. Thank you very much for reading this far. I would appreciate hearing from people who have treadmills, or know about electricity and appliances and such. Just asking to be safe, safe is better than sorry!Los Angeles, CA

Answer#1: The problem with having your nordic track plugged into th same circuit as your computer is the motor load of the nordic track. It is an inductive load and it will cause interference, However i your usuing your nordic track at different times you use your computer it is not a problem. Just turn off your computer when your using your treadmill.Electrican for 30+ years

Answer#2: it is not a problem when you are not using it. if you still worry, unplug it after use.do not put it on the same surge supressor as a computer, that would defeat the purpose and it could hurt the computer. check the wattage and add up all the loads and check the total against the circuit you are going to use it on. otherwise you will be flipping breakers and have to reset them.why dont you go outside for a walk instead? meet your neighbors and smell the flowers

Answer#3: Check the power needs for both appliances. Wattage, to be specific. I wouldn't put too big a load on an older house's wiring.