Polaris 550 Transport Owner's Manual page 101

MAINTENANCE
Track
Moving parts can cut and crush body parts. When performing the checks and
adjustments recommended on the following pages, stay clear of all moving
parts. Never perform track measurement or adjustments with the engine run-
ning.
Track Tension
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
Suspension
EDGE 136
NOTE: Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is
warmed up and limber.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the machine and safely support it off the ground.
3. Place the recommended weight or downward pressure on the track
at the specified distance (see chart) ahead of the center of the rear
idler wheel.
NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
98
WARNING
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Weight
10 lbs. (4.54 kg)
Measurement
Location
16 ahead of
I
rear idler shaft
Slack
Measurement
1 1/8 -1 3/8
I I
(2.9-3.5 cm)