Track Tension Check
A basic rule to track tension is, the tracks
should be tightened only to the point
where there is no visible sag in the track.
Do not tighten the tracks beyond this
point.
To check track tension:
1. Drive the machine forward 5 feet to
remove slack from the lower and rear
sections of each track.
2. Lay a straight edge along the top of
the track, between the sprocket and
the front idler wheel (photo A).
3. With 90 lb. of weight on the mid-point
of the track, the track should have
between 1/2 and 3/4 inch of deflec-
tion (photo B).
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