Steel Track; Track Tension - jcb JS210 Service Manual

03 - Steel Track

Adjust ............................................................
Remove and Install .......................................
Store and Recommission
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Adjust
Notice: Always make sure that the track tension
measurement is not less than specified or severe
strain to the track will result.
WARNING When opening the check valve always
stand to one side and loosen a little at a time until
grease starts to come out. If you over-loosen too
much grease could spurt out or the valve cover fly
out and cause serious injury.

Track Tension

1. Stop the machine on solid, level ground
2. Move the machine backwards and forwards
several times, then move the machine forwards
and stop it on level ground.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Check the track tension.
4.1. Place a long, stiff and straight piece of steel
or wood on top of the tracks touching above
the front idler and the top roller.
Figure 381.
A
A Track tension - measurement
5. Make sure the track tension is within the specified
limits.
Refer to: Driveline
(Page 27-11).
6. If necessary, adjust the track tension.
6.1. To adjust the track tension, inject or release
grease from the check valve.
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