6 Maintenance by the operator
6.4 Rubber track maintenance
6.4.1 Checking the condition of the tracks
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The wear to the rubber tracks depends on the working conditions and the nature of the
ground. Regularly check the wear and tension of the tracks.
Note
A new track must be checked for the first time after 30 hours.
Height of the fixing nuts
Steel cables for the rubber tracks
Metal insert
Greaser
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If the tracks are relaxed even after adjusting the tension, the lubrication nipple may have an
internal failure. Contact your dealer for repair.
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If height A is reduced by wear, the traction
power reduces.
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If A is lower than or equal to 5 mm, replace
the track.
1 = Track roller
2= Track
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If the track steel cables are uncovered over
two or more joints, replace the tracks.
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If two or more links in the steel cable inside
the track are exposed due to wear on the feet,
replace the track.
1 = Exposed steel cables
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If half or more of the cable bed is broken,
replace the track.
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If the metal inserts detach even at a single
place, replace the track.
1 = Detachment of the metal insert