Owner's Operation and Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Track Alignment
A periodic check should be made to see that the track is centered and running
evenly on the slide rails. Misalignment will cause excessive wear to the track and
slide rail.
1. Safely support the rear of the
machinewiththetrackoffthe
ground using a jackstand.
2. Start the engine and apply a
small amount of throttle until
the track turns slowly at least
five complete revolutions.
Stop the engine.
3. Inspect track alignment by
looking through the track
windows to make sure the
rails are evenly spaced on
each side. If the track runs to
the left, loosen left locknut
and tighten the left adjusting
bolt. If the track runs to the
right, loosen right locknut
and tighten the right
adjusting bolt.
4. After adjustments are
complete, be sure to tighten
locknuts and idler shaft
bolts. Torque to 35-40 ft. lbs.
(4.8-5.5 kg/m).
5. Repeat step 2 to verify
proper alignment.
WARNING
When performing the following checks and adjustments, stay clear of all
moving parts to avoid serious personal injury.
Before checking track tension, make certain the track contains no objects that
could be thrown out while the track is rotating. Keep clear of track. This
includes but is not limited to hands, tools, feet and clothing. Make certain no
one is standing close to the machine while the track is rotating.
Looking through
track window,
make sure the
rails are evenly
spaced on each
side.
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Hi-fax