Lynx Adventure 800, Operator'S Manual

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Track tension and alignment
Ride the snowmobile in snow about 15 to 20 minutes prior to adjusting track tension.
Lift rear of snowmobile and support it with a wide-base snowmobile mechanical stand.
Allow the suspension to extend normally and check the gap half-way between front and rear
idler wheels. Measure between slider shoe bottom and inside of track. The gap should be as
given in TECHNICAL DATA.
Track tension must be as describe in technical data. Too loose track may cause an
accident.
IMPORTANT: Too much tension will result in power loss and excessive stresses on
suspension components.
To adjust track tension:
Remove idler wheel cover. Loosen rear idler wheel fastening screws. Turn adjustment screws
if required. If correct tension is unattainable, contact an authorized Lynx dealer.
Do not try to check the tension with engine on. Turn ignition switch to OFF. Do not
touch rotating track, it may cause injuries.
Alignment
Before checking track alignment, ensure that the track is free of all particles which
could be thrown out while track is rotating. Keep hands, tools and clothing clear of
track.
Start the engine and accelerate slightly so that track barely turns. This must be done in a
short period of time (15 to 20 seconds). Check that the track is well centred.
Check that the track is well centred; equal distance on both sides between edges of track
guides and slider shoes.
Stop engine prior to adjusting. Loosen rear idler wheel retaining screws. Tighten teh adjust-
ment screw on side where the slider shoe is the farthest from the track insert guides.
Tighten lock nuts and retaining screws.
Tighten the nuts properly. If lock nuts or adjustment screws are not tightened proper-
ly, the track may become loose and get damaged.
WARNING!
WARNING!
WARNING!
WARNING!