MAGNATRAC RT1150 Operator / Technical Manual page 3

TRACTION & TRACKS
The track system of your MAGNATRAC is the re-
sult of over 60 years of experience.
A few helpful hints are listed below, that if followed,
will give you maximum track performance.
1. Avoid Overloading Your Track System. The
track system is designed to absorb a great deal of
material, but the less you force it to "digest", the
greater the track's stability and overall life.
When working the machine, clear a "driving path"
with the front attachment (Blade, Bucket, etc.) you
are using. Avoid climbing in loose material and
counter-rotating your tracks. This action will "cork-
screw" the Tracks into the pile and force unnec-
essarily large amounts of material into the Tracks.
2. Keeping Up with Track Tensioning. Properly
tensioning your tracks will allow the most reliable
and stable track system. Loose tracks, and/or front
idler mis-alingment is the main cause of track de-
railment. Please see proper tensioning in the
Service section of this manual.
3. Work Smartly when Excavating. The RT1150
can do alot of tough homeowner work. However,
when excavating an area, we advise to use the
backhoe to dig, or to use our Hydro Rear Hitch &
Three Shank Ripper to loosen the soil first. Then
come through the area with a front bucket or
blade, for moving the loosened material. This al-
lows you to use the power of the RT1150 smartly
& efficiently.
LUBRICATION
The consistent greasing of all moving joints, where
grease zerks are present, will greatly extend the
life of your equipment. However, the rear drive
chains should NOT be lubricated with grease.
We advise to spray on, non-detergent aersol
Chain & Wire Rope Lubricant, approx. every 50
hours. We use CRC
#2F139.
ROLL-OVER STRUCTURE
AND INCLINES
The MAGNATRACS low center of gravity and
ground gripping traction, are no substitute for this
® brand, Grainger ® Item
safety struture. A must if using the MAGNATRAC
in a business.
CAUTION: For safe operation on in-
clines, or when driving out of a ditch or
excavation area when a Backhoe is
mounted, we advise to drive in reverse
when going up slopes.
HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLES
Other than recommended transaxle oil and filter
changes, the transaxle normally will not require
servicing during the life of the vehicle in which it is
installed. Should servicing be required, the exte-
rior of the transaxle will need to be thoroughly
cleaned. Do NOT use a pressure washer to
clean the unit. A Transaxle Service & Repair
Manual is included with this manual.
HOUR & TACH METER
The hour meter is based on actual engine run
hours. Alerts begin flashing a warning 4 hours be-
fore service is due, and will automatically reset 1
hour after the service interval. The meter displays
RPM while engine is running, and hours while en-
gine is off.
1. It will flash "LUBE" at 25 hour service inter-
vals. Please see the 25 hour service section of this
manual.
2. It will flash "CHG OIL" at 100 hour service in-
tervals. Please see the 100 hour service section of
this manual.
FREE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
As always, the Struck Corporation through the
customer service department, stands ready to
help you with any technical or work related ques-
tions you may have either now or in the future!
Phone: 1-877-828-8323
Email: support@struckcorp.com
Text: 1-262-278-9298
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