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ESS59801
TRACK ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
A broken track, track fittings, or debris thrown by the
track could be dangerous to an operator or bystanders.
Observe the following precautions:
•
Do not allow anyone to stand behind the machine
when the engine is running.
•
When the rear of the machine is raised to allow the
track to spin, a suitable stand must be used to
support the rear of the machine. Never allow any-
one to hold the rear of the machine off the ground
to allow the track to spin. Never allow anyone near
a rotating track.
•
Inspect the track condition frequently. Replace
damaged track guide clips. Replace the track if it is
damaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement
material is visible or support rods are broken. Oth-
erwise, track damage and/or failure could result in
loss of braking ability and machine control, which
could cause an accident.
•
Never install studs (cleats) closer than three inches
from the edge of the track.
Track Deflection Measurement
1. Lay the machine on its side.
2. Measure the track deflection with a spring scale. Pull at
the center of the track with a force of 100 N {10 kg
(22 lb)}.
NOTE:
Measure the gap between the slide runner and the edge of
the track window. Measure both sides.
1
Deflection
2
100 N {10 kg (22 lb)}
Standard track deflection:
PZ500/VT500XL
25 ~ 30 mm (0.98 ~ 1.18 in)/100 N {10 kg (22 lb)}
PZ500ML
20 ~ 25 mm (0.79 ~ 0.98 in)/100 N {10 kg (22 lb)}
3. If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the track.
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