Inspection Of A Studded Track - BRP Lynx 600R E-TEC 2018 Original Operator's Manual

WARNING
– See an authorized Lynx dealer
for current specific studding
availability and applications.
– DO NOT EVER use conventional
stud because, the track thick-
ness is thinner then our stan-
dard tracks and the stud could
tear off of track and separate
from vehicle.
– Studs should only be installed
in the locations indicated by
molded bulges in the track sur-
face. Some track models have
two types of molded bulges;
triangles and circles. See the
warning molded into the track
surface to know which one to
use.
– Never stud a track with a profile
of 35 mm (1.375 in) or more.
– The number of studs installed
must always perfectly match
the pattern of molded bulges in
the track.
– Always consult the traction
product manufacturer's instal-
lation instructions and recom-
mendations before having your
dealer install studs and runners.
It is very important to follow
the torque specifications for the
stud bolts.
INSTALLING
NUMBER OF STUDS OR AN IM-
PROPER INSTALLATION CAN IN-
CREASE THE RISK OF THE TRACK
TEARING OR SEVERING.
Inspection of a Studded
Track
PROCEED WITH A VISUAL INSPEC-
TION OF YOUR TRACK BEFORE
EACH RIDE.
Look for any defects, such as:
– Perforations in the track
– Tears in the track (particularly
around traction holes on studded
tracks)
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AN INCORRECT
SAFETY INFORMATION
TRACTION ENHANCING PRODUCTS
– Lugs that are broken or torn off, ex-
posing portions of rods
– Delamination of the rubber
– Broken rods
– Broken studs (studded tracks)
– Bent studs (studded tracks)
– Missing studs
– Studs that are torn off the track
– Missing track guide(s)
– Loose studs.
On approved studded tracks, replace
broken or damaged studs immediately.
If your track shows signs of deteriora-
tion, it must be replaced immediately.
When in doubt, ask your dealer. Al-
ways proceed with a visual inspection
of your track before each use.
WARNING
Riding with a damaged track or
studs could lead to loss of control.
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