Arctic Cat M 8000, Руководство по обслуживанию

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2. If the deflection (distance between the bottom of the
wear strip and the inside surface of the track clip)
exceeds specifications, tighten the adjusting bolts to
take up excessive slack in the track.
3. If the distance between the bottom of the wear strip
and the inside surface of the track clip is less than
specified, loosen the adjusting bolts to increase the
slack in the track.
4. Check track alignment.
5. After proper track tension is obtained, tighten the
idler wheel axle cap screws to 34 ft-lb.
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NOTE: Since track tension and track alignment are
interrelated, always check both even if only one
adjustment seems necessary.
Track Alignment
 NOTE: Proper track alignment is when the rear
idler wheels are equidistant from the inner drive lugs
on the inside surface of the track.
CHECKING/ADJUSTING
1. Remove excess ice and snow buildup from the track,
track drive sprockets, and the inside of the skid
frame.
2. Position the tips of the skis against a wall; then using
a shielded safety stand, raise the rear of the snowmo-
bile off the floor making sure the track is free to
rotate.
3. Start the engine and accelerate slightly. Use only
enough throttle to turn the track several revolutions.
SHUT ENGINE OFF.
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NOTE: Allow the track to coast to a stop. DO NOT
apply the brake because it could produce an inaccu-
rate alignment condition.
4. When the track stops rotating, check the relationship
of the rear idler wheels and the inner track drive lugs.
If the rear idler wheels are centered between the
inner track drive lugs, no adjustment is necessary. If
not, proceed to step 5.
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5. On the side of the track which has the inner track
drive lugs closer to the rear idler wheel, loosen the
idler wheel axle cap screw; then rotate the adjusting
bolt clockwise 1 to 1 1/2 turns.
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6. Check the track alignment and make the necessary
adjustments until proper alignment is obtained.
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NOTE: Make sure correct track tension is main-
tained after adjusting track alignment.
7. After proper track tension and alignment are
obtained, tighten the idler wheel axle cap screw to 34
ft-lb; then tighten the adjusting bolt to 84 in.-lb.
CAUTION
Always maintain track tension within recommended
specification.
! WARNING
Always make sure the adjusting bolts are snug against
the axle and the idler wheel cap screws. Failure to do so
could cause the track to become extremely loose and,
under some operating conditions, allow the idler wheels
to climb over the track lugs forcing the track against the
tunnel causing the track to “lock.” If a track “locks”
during operation, severe personal injury could result.
! WARNING
Make sure the ignition key is in the OFF position and the
track is not rotating before checking or adjusting track
alignment. Personal injury could result if contact is
made with a rotating track.
! WARNING
The tips of the skis must be positioned against a wall or
similar object for safety. Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from moving components.
! WARNING
DO NOT stand behind the snowmobile or near the rotat-
ing track. NEVER run the track at high speed when the
track is suspended.
! WARNING
Always make sure the adjusting bolts are snug against
the axle and the idler wheel cap screws. Failure to do so
could cause the track to become extremely loose and,
under some operating conditions, allow the idler wheels
to climb over the track lugs forcing the track against the
tunnel causing the track to “lock.” If a track “locks”
during operation, severe personal injury could result.