Arctic Cat Z Series 2006, Operator'S Manual

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66 MAINTENANCE
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NOTE: Since track tension and
track alignment are interrelated,
always check both even if only
one adjustment seems neces-
sary.
TRACK ALIGNMENT
Proper track alignment is obtained
when the rear idler wheels are equal
distance from the inner track drive
lugs. Excessive wear to the idler
wheels, drive lugs, and track will
occur if the track is improperly
aligned. Arctic Cat recommends that
the track alignment be checked once
a week or whenever the track ten-
sion is adjusted.
Checking Track Alignment
1. Remove excess ice and snow
buildup from the track, track
drive sprockets, and the inside
of the skid frame.
2. Position the tips of the skis
against a wall; then using a
shielded safety stand, raise the
rear of the snowmobile off the
floor making sure the track is
free to rotate.
3. Start the engine and accelerate
slightly. Use only enough throt-
tle to turn the track several rev-
olutions. SHUT ENGINE OFF.
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NOTE: Allow the track to coast
to a stop. DO NOT apply the brake
because it could produce an inac-
curate alignment condition.
4. When the track stops rotating,
check the relationship of the
rear idler wheels and the inner
track drive lugs. If the rear idler
wheels are centered between
the inner track drive lugs, no
adjustment is necessary.
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! WARNING
If jam nuts are not tightened
properly, the adjusting bolts
could loosen causing the track
to become extremely loose and,
under some operating condi-
tions, allow the idler wheels to
climb over the track lugs forcing
the track against the tunnel
causing the track to “lock.” If a
track “locks” during operation,
severe personal injury could
result.
! WARNING
Make sure the ignition key is in
the OFF position and the track
is not rotating before checking
or adjusting track alignment.
Personal injury could result if
contact is made with a rotating
track.
! WARNING
The tips of the skis must be
positioned against a wall or
similar object.
! WARNING
DO NOT stand behind the snow-
m o b i l e o r n e a r t h e rot a t i n g
track. NEVER run the track at
high speed when the track is
suspended.