Case CX300C, Operator'S Manual

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6 - MAINTENANCE
4. Operate the travel control lever for the raised track
forward and then in reverse, to remove the mud.
5. With the track raised, check the track tension.
6. Repeat Steps 1 to 5 for the other track.
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Checking the tension
1. If the track is not yet raised, put the machine into the
required position by proceeding in the same manner
as for cleaning. See "Cleaning".
2. Use the travel control lever to operate the raised track
in reverse for a few moments.
3. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
4. Measure the sag of the track at the center between the
base of the undercarriage and the pad.
The value must be between:
330 mm ( 13.0 in ) and
360 mm ( 14.2 in ).
5. Adjust the tension if necessary and then lower the
raised track to the ground.
6. Repeat Steps 1 to 5 for the other track.
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Adjusting the tension
NOTE: This operation is to be carried out after the tension
has been checked.
To increase tension
1. Clean the grease fitting adaptor and the grease fitting.
2. Connect the grease pump. Inject grease to obtain the
right amount of track tension.
The value must be between:
330 mm ( 13.0 in ) and
360 mm ( 14.2 in ).
3. Remove the grease pump and clean the grease fitting.
4. Repeat Steps 1 to 3 for the other track.
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