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Replacing the Tracks
Machines with Narrow-Width Tracks
Replace the tracks when they are badly worn.
1.
Remove any attachments.
2.
Park the machine on a level surface, ensuring
that only 1 sprocket half is engaged with the
track
(Figure
60).
Figure 60
1. Sprocket half
3.
Engage the parking brake.
4.
Lower the loader arms so that they are
approximately 20 to 25 cm (8 to 10 inches)
above the frame.
5.
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
6.
Lift the side of the machine with the track you
are replacing. Support the machine using jack
stands.
Note:
Use jack stands rated for your machine.
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to
support the machine and cause serious
injury.
Use jack stands when supporting the
machine.
7.
Remove the locking bolt, spacer, and nut
57).
8.
Using a 1/2-inch drive ratchet, release the
drive tension by turning the tensioning screw
clockwise
(Figure 57
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and
Figure
61).
1. Sprocket
2. Track
3. Front wheel
9.
Remove the 3 bolts securing the sprocket half
that is not engaged with the track
1. Bolt (3)
10.
Start the machine and disengage the parking
brake.
11.
Move the traction control forward until the other
half of the drive sprocket is not engaged with
the track
(Figure
42
Figure 61
4. Ratchet (1/2 inch)
5. Road wheel (5)
(Figure
Figure 62
2. Sprocket half
63).
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