Admin How do you adjust the tension on a track?
Track tension is controlled by a track adjuster located behind the front idler. Tension adjustments are made by pumping or draining grease through the track adjuster valve. Even small adjustments in track sag can drastically change tension. A change in sag from 1″ to 0.5″ will increase tension by about 3,000 pounds.
How tight should rubber excavator tracks be?
Generally, correct track sag for smaller mini excavators should be about 2,5cm, while correct tension on larger rubber track machines should be about 5 cm.
How do you loosen track tension on an excavator?
To loosen the track tension, slowly turn the track adjuster valve counter-clockwise, which will allow the grease to escape through the bleed hole. When the amount of track sag is satisfactory, turn the valve clockwise to tighten. Note: the tightening and loosening process is the same for compact excavators.
What happens when you adjust track sag on a John Deere?
When the track sag is adjusted properly, the operator can reattach the cover plate, re-enter the cab, and continue on with the task at hand. Contact your local John Deere dealer for more information about solving for track sag or other questions about equipment.
What’s the best way to tighten a car track?
To tighten a track, connect a grease gun to the grease fitting and add grease until the track idler extends far enough to bring the track sag within the equipment’s recommended limits. To loosen the track tension, slowly turn the track adjuster valve counter-clockwise, which will allow the grease to escape through the bleed hole.
How do you tighten a car track idler?
Once the plate has been removed, you will have clear visibility to the track adjuster valve and the grease fitting. To tighten a track, connect a grease gun to the grease fitting and add grease until the track idler extends far enough to bring the track sag within the equipment’s recommended limits.