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9 R
UBBER TRACKS
9.1 Correct use of rubber tracks
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Rubber tracks have certain advantages over steel tracks. However, you cannot get the full
benefit out of rubber tracks if you use them in the same way as steel tracks.
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Use the rubber tracks moderately according to the conditions at the work site and the type of
work.
9.2 Comparison between rubber tracks / steel tracks
Low vibrations
Gentle side movement (does not jerk)
Silent side movement
Less damange to the ground
Simple operation
Resistance
Traction power
◊ = excellent
○ = good
□ = ordinary
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The rubber tracks have certain advantages that are inheritent to the material's unique proper-
ties. It is essential that you perfectly understand the properties of the rubber tracks and comply
with the handling and operating precautions for these tracks to extend their life span and get the
most out of them.
9.3 Rubber track warranty
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The rubber tracks are not guaranteed for repair and replacement if they are damaged follow-
ing careless use by the user : lack of check of the track tension or incorrect maintenance, use of
the tracks on surfaces or terrain likely to damage them.
9.4 Precautions for using rubber tracks
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Do not use them or pivot them on broken stones, a hard, rough rock base or around steel or
iron rods or the edges of iron plates. The tracks may be damaged if these precautions are not
respected.
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Do not use the machine on rocky ground such as a river bed as there is a risk that the tracks
will be damaged by gravel entering the runners or the tracks becoming loose. Pushing earth by
force will reduce the tracks' life span.
Rubber
◊
◊
◊
◊
◊
□
◊
steel
□
○
□
□
□
◊
◊
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