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While operating, the chain stretches and the distance
between chain links changes. If the adjustment range is not
enough, the chain should be replaced. Do not shorten the
chain by removing links.
8.3.2 Chain lubrication
During visual inspection, it should be clear that the chain is
lubricated. However, it should not be lubricated excessively
so as to avoid sand and dirt sticking. Before lubrication,
clean the chain of dirt and the old lubricant with an aerosol
cleaner or a cloth moistened in kerosene or solvent. After
cleaning, wipe the chain dry.
After cleaning the chain, lubricate it with aerosol lubricate
for motorcycle chains. Lubrication should be sprayed into
the gap between the links and rollers of the chain. Wipe the
excess lubricant with a dry cloth.
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Warning
It is recommended to use aerosol lubricates for
motorcycle chains.
8.3.3 Adjusting the chain tension.
To adjust the chain tension:
1. Loosen screws
(1)
that mount engine bracket with
Snowdog’s chassis platform.
2. To loosen the chain, you need to move the engine
bracket forward in the direction of movement; to
tighten the chain, you need to move the engine
bracket back against the direction of Snowdog
movement. Rotate the bolt
(2)
to move the engine
bracket.
3. Tighten screws
(1)
to the engine mounts of the
Snowdog chassis platform.
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8.4 Track
8.4.1 Checking the track tension
Before starting any movement check the condition and
tension of the track.
The track tension is adjusted by feel.
Overtension causes significant overloads during running.
Low tension leads to fast wear of soft sprockets.
8.4.2 Track tensioning
1. Loosen the screws
(1)
on both sides of the rear
mounting shaft.
2. Turn eccentric
(2)
to adjust the tensioner axis.
3. Check the track tension.
4. Tighten the bolts.
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Warning
If the Snowdog is regularly leaning to one side,
increase the tension of the track on the same side.
On the opposite side, loosen the tension of the
track.
8.5 Sliders maintenance (if provided)
After each operation check the condition of sliders
(1)
. Make
sure that the sliders pads
(2)
is tightly adjacent to the metal
frame.
Make sure that no less than 7 mm of the sliders pads
thickness remains. Otherwise, replace the sliders pads .
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