Star Trac 6800 - Manual (Page 20)

Page 20 STAR TRAC GROUP CYCLES OWNER’S GUIDE
Chain tension adjustment
NXT PRO/ ELITE
1. Using the 16mm or 5/8” socket and socket
wrench loosen the axle nuts on the sides of the
flywheel.
2. Using the 10mm open end wrench, loosen the
lock nuts on the chain adjustment screws.
3. To tighten the chain, turn the adjustment screw in
a clockwise rotation equally on both sides using
the 10mm open end wrench.
4. To loosen the chain turn the adjustment screw
counter clockwise rotation (unscrew) equally on
both sides using the 10mm open end wrench.
5. While adjusting the chain tension work on both
sides of the flywheel. Adjust the angle of the
flywheel so it is straight front to rear and evenly
spaced within the frame side to side as shown in
the photo.
6. Align the chain so it runs straight on both of the
sprockets.
7. Adjust the angle of the flywheel by adjusting the adjustment screws on both
sides of the flywheel, test by slowly rotating the pedals.
a. If the chain is stretched beyond adjustment the replacement of the
chain is recommended, proceed to chain replacement.
NOTE: When the alignment is at the optimal adjustment the chain will run
smoother and quieter.
8. Tighten the adjustment lock nuts and the axle nuts on both sides alternating
from side to side.
9. Install the chain guard and test the bike.