Air Filter Change Procedures; Track Tension; Track Tension Adjustment Procedures - Terex PT-30 Service Manual

Compact Track Loader
16. Maintenance

Air Filter Change Procedures

NOTICE
When working in dusty conditions, the air cleaner
elements should be checked and changed more frequently
than when working under normal conditions.
NOTICE
Do not clean the primary air cleaner element by bumping
and tapping. This could damage the seals. Do not use
elements with damaged pleat gaskets or seals.
1. Open the hood, release the latches on either
side of the air cleaner, and then remove the
cover.
Primary
Element
Figure 16-8
2. Remove the primary element. The primary
element can be cleaned and reused up to five
times, but it should be changed at least once a
year.
Secondary
Element
Figure 16-9
3. Remove the secondary element. The secondary
element is not serviceable or washable. It should
be replaced with every three cleanings of the
primary element.

Track Tension

Proper track tension is very important for optimum
performance and long track life. Tracks that are run
too loose can cause misfeeding and ratcheting
possibly causing damage to the track. During the
first 50 hours of operation, the tracks will "break in"
and will most likely require adjustment.

Track Tension Adjustment Procedures

Figure 16-10
1. Locate the jam nut on the track tensioner and
clean the threads thoroughly before proceeding.
2. Loosen the jam nut.
Figure 16-11
3. After loosening the jam nut, turn the track
tensioner until the track tension is within
specifications.
4. Once proper tension is achieved, retighten the
jam nut
16-4
Jam
Nut
Track
Tensioner