Track Precautions; Maximizing Rubber Track Life And Lowering Operating Costs - Progressive Turf Equipment Slope-Pro Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual
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Slope-Pro

Track Precautions

In certain operating conditions, there is a risk that the track could be
damaged by de-tracking or 'jumping' out of position, requiring the
track be reinstalled. Overall service life of the track could also be
reduced.
Always:
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Avoid fast, sharp turns or sliding of the tracks on asphalt or
concrete surfaces.
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Prevent foreign objects from becoming entangled in the track.
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Remove any debris or mud which could interfere with the
operation of the machine
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Clean off oil, fuel and grease immediately from the track as
they will degrade the rubber.
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When storing the equipment outdoors for an extended period
of time, cover the tracks to reduce sunlight exposure.
To minimize the occurance of de-tracking, always ensure proper track
tension and follow good operating practices.
Maximizing Rubber Track Life and Lowering
Operating Costs
The rubber tracks used on the Slope-Pro
construction and should provide a long serviceable life, as long as
basic operating practices are followed. Lower owning and operating
costs can be achieved by reducing wear on the track and by
minimizing damage caused by de-tracking.
Track life is very dependent upon terrain, operation and the
application, and it is impossible to estimate a track life expectancy.
For this reason there is no wear guarantee on the rubber tracks. The
more careful an operator is when operating the Slope-Pro, the better
the track wear performance will be. As with all rubber tracked
equipment, to get the maximum life out of the tracks on your mower,
you must treat them with care. We offer the following information as
basic operation guidelines:
Do's:
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Check track tension on a regular basis.
Loose tracks can more easily de-track; however do not over-
tighten. Over-tightening may cause power loss, excessive
idler bearing wear, and damage the tracks. A properly
adjusted track has 3/4 in of slack between the track and the
roller. Remove excess slack with the track tension adjuster.
In order to properly measure slack, the track must be lifted
off the ground using the jacking procedure, as outlined on
page 42. Check more frequently in the first 50 hours of
operation.
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Alternate the turning direction between one side and the
other.
Continuous turning to the same side can accelerate wear of
sprocket teeth, track tread, guide lugs and rollers. Use three
point turns whenever possible.
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