Polaris 440 IQ - Manual (Page 91)

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MAINTENANCE
Track Maintenance
WARNING
Moving parts can cut and crush body parts. When performing the
checks and adjustments recommended on the following pages,
stay clear of all moving parts. Never perform track measurement
or adjustments with the engine running.
Track Tension
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain
correct tension and alignment.
Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is warmed up
and limber.
1. Turn the machine off.
2. Lift the rear of the machine and safely support it off the ground.
3. Place the recommended weight or downward pressure on the track
at the specified distance (see Track Tension Data below) ahead of
the center of the rear idler wheel.
NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
4. Check for specified slack between the wear surface of the track clip
and the plastic slider (C).
I f the track needs adjustment:
5. Loosen rear idler shaft bolt (D).
6. Loosen locknuts (A).
7. Tighten or loosen the
track adjusting screws (B)
as necessary to provide
equal adjustment on both
sides of the track.
Track Tension Data
Model Weight Measurement
Location
Measurement
440 IQ 10 lbs. (4.54 kg) 16″ ahead of rear
idler shaft
1 1/4 - 1 1/2”
(3.2 - 3.8 cm)
C
B A D
Track
Slider
weight