TRACK SYSTEM Changing Final Drive Oil 1.
Position the machine on a level surface with final drive plugs positioned as shown in POSITION A, Figure 4-16. Turn off the engine.
2.
Open both plugs and drain oil into a suitable container. Re-install plugs.
3.
Turn the engine on and move the machine slightly until plugs are positioned as shown in POSITION B, Figure 4-16. Turn off the engine.
4.
Remove both screw plugs. Pour fresh oil (Gearoil EP 90 API GL 4) into the top hole until oil starts to run out of the bottom hole.
5.
Re-install both plugs securely.
POSITION A Screw Plugs in position for draining oil
POSITION B Screw Plugs in position for Filling oil
Figure 4-16 Changing Final Drive Oil
IMPORTANT: Always dispose of oil according to local regulations or take to a recycling center for proper disposal. DO NOT pour fluids onto the ground or down a drain.
Side Plate
Adjusting Track Tension 1.
Position the machine on a level surface.
2.
Use the bucket and dozer blade to lift the unit up until tracks are just clear of the ground. Turn off the engine.
3.
Remove the side plate from the left track to expose the adjustment fitting (Figure 4-17).
4.
Using a grease gun, pump grease into the fitting until the idler wheel is equidistant as shown in Figure 4-17.
Grease Gun
Adjustment Fitting Wrench
NOTE: A grease gun is supplied with machine tool kit. 5.
Install side plate.
6.
Repeat steps 4 & 5 for right side track.
7.
Start the engine. Lower the unit to the ground. Distance Should Be Equal
Figure 4-17. Track Adjustment
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