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USER MAINTENANCE GUIDE
JANUARY 2009
This document can not be reproduced or released without the sodikart authorization.
CONFIGURE THE KART ACCORDING TO THE GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS
USE SPARE PARTS OF SODIKART ORIGIN

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  • Page 1 USER MAINTENANCE GUIDE JANUARY 2009 This document can not be reproduced or released without the sodikart authorization. CONFIGURE THE KART ACCORDING TO THE GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS USE SPARE PARTS OF SODIKART ORIGIN...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MINIKART MANUAL SUMMARY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARING THE ASSEMBLY 1- GETTING MINIKART OUT OF THE PACKING 2- TOOLS FOR ASSEMBLY 3- MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS SEQUENCE OF ASSEMBLY 4- ASSEMBLY OF THE STEERING WHEEL 5- ASSEMBLY OF THE FUEL TANK AND THE OVERFLOW BOTTLE 6- ASSEMBLY OF THE SEAT 7- ASSEMBLY OF THE BODYWORK 8- STARTING YOUR MINIKART...
  • Page 3 MINIKART MANUAL You have decided to acquire a SODI chassis. We would like to thank you for choosing the SODI MINIKART. Your kart has been developed for performance and safety. It is the outcome of SODIKART’s experience and of the latest research at the highest level of competition.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    The SODI chassis can only be used on an approved track and by a driver who is in possession of a valid membership card of the go-kart’s federation of his own country.

  • Page 5: 1- Getting Minikart Out Of The Packing

    MINIKART MANUAL 1- GETTING MINIKART OUT OF THE PACKING STEERING COLUMN SPOILER NASSEAU PANEL ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL OVERFLOW SEAT BOTTLE RIGHT SIDE POD LEFT SIDE POD RIGHT SIDE POD SUPPORT LEFT SIDE POD SUPPORT FUEL TANK RIMS MINIKART 900/950 2T FRAME NOTE: - Prior to assembling your kart, check the above described elements and familiarize yourself with them.

  • Page 6: 2- Tools For Assembly

    MINIKART MANUAL 2-TOOLING FOR ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT DESIGNATION DIAMETER PART NUMBER T handle wrench allen key OU 911.002 T handle wrench allen key 5 mm OU 911.003 T handle wrench allen key 6 mm OU 911.004 T handle wrench allen key 8 mm OU 911.005 T handle socket spanner...

  • Page 7: Sequence Of Assembly

    MINIKART MANUAL SEQUENCE OF ASSEMBLY AND INSTRUCTIONS STEERING WHEEL (chapter 4). FUEL TANK AND OVERFLOW BOTTLE (chapter 5). SEAT (chapter 6). BODYWORK (chapter 7). NOTE: Recommended tightening torques: Ø6 = 10 to 12 m.N Ø8 = 12 to 24 m.N Ø10 = 24 to 48 m.N Do not overtighten screws and bolts Screws without bolts are to be blocked with 1 drop of special glue (LU 861.001)

  • Page 8: 4- Assembly Of The Steering Wheel

    MINIKART MANUAL 4- ASSEMBLY OF STEERING WHEEL. STRAIGHT PART FORWARD Tighten the steering wheel (1) with the 3 screws, on the steering wheel support (2). Tighten the steering wheel support on the steering column. Check: once the steering system is assembled, please check that the steering wheel is free to make a quarter of a turn right and left.

  • Page 9: 5- Assembly Of The Fuel Tank And The Overflow Bottle

    MINIKART MANUAL 5- ASSEMBLY OF THE FUEL TANK AND THE OVERFLOW BOTTLE. Insert the fuel tank between the steering column support (1) and the steering column (2) (see pictures ) Tighten with the fly nut (3) Insert the overflow bottle (4) between the nassau panel supports (5). Connect the overflow bottle hose (6) to the return (7).

  • Page 10: 6-Assembly Of The Seat

    MINIKART MANUAL 6-ASSEMBLY OF THE SEAT 4 FIXING POINTS Measurements given below correspond to the standard adjustment of the seat, recommended by SODIKART, for the MINIKART. Get the seat supports (1) closer, or wider, depending on the seat size. Use the shims of the seat fixing kit to get a good fit.
  • Page 11 MINIKART MANUAL 2 DISTANCE BETWEEN THE REAR AXLE AND THE MIDDLE OF THE ROUND REAR EDGE OF THE SEAT. 250mm Measure from the middle rounded edge 6-3 DISTANCE BETWEEN THE AXIS OF THE LEFT SIDE STUB AXLE FORK AND THE MIDDLE OF THE REAR ROUNDED EDGE OF THE SEAT.

  • Page 12: 7- Assembly Of The Bodywork

    MINIKART MANUAL 7 – ASSEMBLY OF THE BODYWORK 7.1 – ASSEMBLY OF THE SIDE POD ON ITS SUPPORT Position the side pod (1) on its support (2). Place the screws (3) through the fixing holes of the side pod support (2), the side pod (1), and the washers.
  • Page 13 MINIKART MANUAL 7.4 – ASSEMBLY OF THE LOWER FLAP ON THE SPOILER Place the two screws (1) through the lower flap (2) and the spoiler (3). Tighten the parts together with the screws (1) and the nuts (4). For the bolting, refer to the spare parts catalogue 7.5 –...

  • Page 14: 8- Starting Your Minikart

    MINIKART MANUAL 8- STARTING YOUR MINIKART SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PILOTS WARNING YOUR KART CAN ONLY BE DRIVEN ON A TRACK APPROVED BY CIK/FIA, OR YOUR LOCAL FEDERATION AND BY A DRIVER WHO IS IN POSSESSION OF A VALID MEMBERSHIP CARD OF THE GO-KART’S FEDERATION OF HIS OWN COUNTRY. PILOT PROTECTION Before going on the track, the pilot must wear the following protections: Integral helmet: CIK/FIA approved, fitting the pilot head size, with tightened strap and...

  • Page 15: 9- Adjustment Of The Front

    MINIKART MANUAL 9- ADJUSTMENT OF THE FRONT 9.1 ADJUSTMENT OF THE FRONT WIDTH The adjustment of the front width (X) is done with several spacers (one spacer of 17mm, 10mm, and 5mm for each stub axle.). 17mm 10mm The wider the front is widened, the harder the steering is hard, and the narrower the front is narrows, the easier the steering is easy.
  • Page 16 MINIKART MANUAL 9.2 ADJUSTMENT OF PARALLELISM PERFECT ADJUSTMENT Lay the kart on a trolley. Place the adjustment tool (1) (refer to the ITAKA catalogue). Loosen the lock nuts on each tie rod (2). Attention: on the stub axle side, lock nuts are right hand;...
  • Page 17 MINIKART MANUAL 9.3- ADJUSTMENT OF TIE RODS. VERSION : JANUARY 2009 16/26 MAN023.012...

  • Page 18: 10- Adjustment Of The Rear

    MINIKART MANUAL 10- ADJUSTMENT OF THE REAR 10-1 ADJUSTMENT OF HUBS AXLE Lay the kart on a trolley. 2. Loosen the three bolts of each tyre. Then remove the two wheels. 3. Measure the distance , from the basis of the hub (3) to the axle edge (2).
  • Page 19 MINIKART MANUAL 10-2 POSITION OF REAR AXLE A large ground clearance means more grip. A low ground clearance means more sliding. In most conditions, the correct axle position is the low ground clearance one. This corresponds to a high position of the axle, relative to the frame. VERSION : JANUARY 2009 18/26 MAN023.012...

  • Page 20: 11- Adjustment Of The Seat

    MINIKART MANUAL 11- ADJUSTMENT OF SEAT POSITION OF THE SEAT The position of the center of gravity has also a key influence on the behavior of the kart. One can monitor this center of gravity by changing the position of the seat. You will find the best position of the seat, adapted to your size and weight, by trial-and error.

  • Page 21: 12- Tyres

    MINIKART MANUAL 12- TYRES 12-1 CHANGING THE TYRES Lay the kart on a trolley. 2. Lay the wheel on the tire removal tool (OU942.002) 3. Once the edges of the tire are separated from the rim on both sides, remove the tire with the tool (2).

  • Page 22: 13- Hydraulic Brake

    MINIKART MANUAL 13- HYDRAULIC BRAKE 13.1 CHANGING BRAKE PADS Remove the safety pin (1). Remove the worn pads (2). Then insert the new ones. The brake system is a key safety item of the kart. Regularly check all its components. In case of doubt, do not drive before fixing the problem.

  • Page 23: 14- Mechanical Brake

    MINIKART MANUAL 14- MECHANICAL BRAKE 14.1 POINTS TO CHECK: Brake cables: They must be in perfect state and never have edge points. Change damaged cables. Brake calliper (1): It must be correctly tightened on its support (2). The support (2) must also be correctly tightened on the chassis.
  • Page 24 MINIKART MANUAL 14.2 BRAKE PADS REPLACEMENT Remove the brake calliper (1) of its support (2). 2. Remove the 4 screws (3) with springs. 3. Remove the pads; insert the new ones (4). 4. Place the 4 screws (3) with springs with drop glue...

  • Page 25: 15- Cleaning The Chassis

    MINIKART MANUAL 15- CLEANING THE CHASSIS The cleaning of the chassis and its components is to be done with a special cleaning product • (refer to the ITAKA catalogue). Do not use the product on brake pads and brake calipers. Avoid products which are not recommended in the ITAKA catalogue.

  • Page 26: 16- Maintenance Plan

    MINIKART MANUAL 16- MAINTENANCE PLAN Screws and bolts (general): Before each use, check the state of the screws and bolts. Pay a special attention to the ones directly linked to the safety of the kart : Stub axle screw. • Steering tie rods ball joint screws.

  • Page 27: 17- Trouble Shooting

    MINIKART MANUAL 17- TROUBLE SHOOTING. Brakes do not work: Is the pedal working correctly (not blocked)? 2. Are the break pads worn out? 3. Is the caliper correctly tightened on its support? The brake pads permanently touch the disk: Is the brake fluid old or black? 2.
  • Page 28 TRACK: DATE: TRIAL TIMES Tyre type: Diameter: PILOT: TRIAL: TIME: TRACK: PRESSURE START State of the track: °C CHASSIS: Stub axle height : Caster and camber : Partial 1 Partial 2 Partial 3 Partial 4 Parallelism : Seat position : Height : Dist- axle : Dist- fork :...

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