Track Tension - Polaris 340 Classic Owner's Manual

Track Maintenance
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 running.

Track Tension

Track adjustment is critical
for proper handling. Always
maintain correct tension and
alignment. Tension
adjustments should be made
only after the track is
warmed up and limber.
1. Turn the machine 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
ahead of the center of the rear idler wheel to slightly preload the
track (see chart on page 112). Measure at the point where the
weight is hanging.
4. Check for the specified slack between the wear surface of the track
clip and the plastic Hi-fax (C).
I
f the track needs adjustment:
5. Loosen rear idler shaft bolts (D) and locknuts (A).
6. Tighten or loosen the track adjusting screws (B) as necessary to
provide equal adjustment on both sides of the track.
7. Repeat measurement on the other side of the track. NOTE: Check
more frequently when machine is new.
8. Start the machine and slowly rotate the track at least five
revolutions. Let the track come to a stop (do not apply brakes).
9. Tighten the locknuts, then tighten the idler shaft bolts to 35 ft. lbs.
(47 Nm).
10. Check track alignment and adjust as necessary. See page 112.
WARNING
C
MAINTENANCE
B A
Hi-fax Track
D
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