Polaris 800 Switchback - Manual (Page 99)

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MAINTENANCE
Track Maintenance
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 distance specified (see chart) ahead of the center of the rear
idler wheel. NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is
hanging.
Weight Measurement
Location
Measurement
10 lbs. (4.54 kg) 16″ ahead of rear idler shaft 3/8-1/2″ (1-1.3 cm)
4. Check for specified slack between the wear surface of the track clip
and the plastic Hi-fax (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.
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.
WARNING
C
B A D
Track
Hi-fax
Weight