Machine Maintenance
Checking/Adjusting Track Tension
A basic rule to track tension is, the
tracks should be tightened only to the
point where there is no noticeable sag in
the track; the track should never be
tightened past this point.
To check track tension:
1. Drive the machine forward 5 feet.
2. Lay a straight edge along the top of
the track, between the sprocket and
the front idler wheel (photo A).
3. With 90 lb. of weight on the mid-
point of the track, the track should
have between 1/2 and 3/4 inch of
deflection (photo B).
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A
B
