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ADULT SECTION
Maintenance
Track Tension Adjustment
1. Loosen the rear idler shaft bolt.
2. Tighten or loosen the track adjusting screws to provide equal adjust-
ment on both sides of the track.
3. Repeat the measurement on the other side of the track.
NOTE: Check tension more frequently when the machine is new.
4. Start the engine and slowly rotate the track at least five revolutions.
Allow the track to stop rotating by itself (do not apply brakes).
5. Check and adjust track alignment. See page 65.
6. Tighten the idler shaft bolt. Torque to 35-40 ft. lbs. (47-54 Nm).
7. Readjust the toe block to proper spacing and tighten.
WARNING
When performing the following checks and adjustments, stay clear of all mov-
ing parts to avoid serious personal injury. Make sure the track contains no
objects that could be thrown out while the track is rotating. Keep clear of track.
This includes but is not limited to hands, tools, feet and clothing. Make sure no
one is standing close to the machine while the track is rotating.