Track Tension Adjustment - Yamaha VX600ERG Service Manual

DRIVE CHAIN/

TRACK TENSION ADJUSTMENT

3. Install:
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Battery bracket (VX600ER/VT600)
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Battery (VX600ER/VT600)
CAUTION:
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Connect the positive lead to the battery termi-
nal first.
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Make sure the battery leads are connected
properly. Reversing the leads can seriously
damage the electrical system.
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Make sure that the battery breather hose is
properly connected and is not obstructed.
TRACK TENSION ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
A broken track or track fittings, and debris thrown
by the track could be dangerous to an operator or
by standers. Observe the following precautions.
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Do not allow anyone to stand behind the
machine when the engine is running.
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When the rear of the machine is raised to allow
the track to spin, a suitable stand must be used
to support the rear of the machine. Never allow
anyone to hold the rear of the machine off the
ground to allow the track to spin. Never allow
anyone near a rotating track.
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Inspect the condition of the track frequently.
Replace the track if it is damaged to a level
where the fabric reinforcement material is
visible.
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Never install studs (cleats) closer than 76 mm
(3 in) to the edge of the track.
1. Lift the rear of the machine onto a suitable stand
to raise the track off the ground.
2. Measure:
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Track deflection a
Using a spring scale 1, pull down on the center
of the track with 10 kg (22 lb) of force.
Out of specification → Adjust.
SEA2560
2-27
INSP
ADJ
Track deflection:
VX600ER/SX600/VT600:
25 ~ 30 mm (0.98 ~ 1.18 in)
MM600:
20 ~ 25 mm (0.79 ~ 0.98 in)