Polaris 120 - Manual (Page 72)

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ADULT SECTION
Maintenance
WARNING
Your snowmobile is propelled by a revolving track, which must be
partially exposed for proper operation. Serious injuries may be
caused by the operator’s hands, feet or clothing becoming
entangled in the track. Be alert. Always sit properly on the seat.
Track and Suspension
Under normal conditions
moderate track tension should
be maintained during summer
storage. The rear of the
machine should be supported
off the ground to allow free
hanging of the track.
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. Hang a 10 pound weight (A)
8 inches from the center of
the rear idler wheel. The deflection at this point with this amount of
weight should measure 3/4″ between the bottom of the slider (B)
and the inside of the track.
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).
C
E
D
B
A
8″