Ditch Witch JT100AT - Manual (Page 226)

JT100/JT100 All Terrain Operator’s Manual
Service - 225
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Adjust Rubber Track Tension
Rubber track tension may not require adjustment except when excessively worn or damaged, and in need
of replacement. See repair guide for replacement procedure. Should rubber track tension ever need
adjusting, follow procedure below.
To adjust:
1. Raise and support unit as if to remove tracks.
2. Remove covers (2, 3) from track frame to
expose idler cylinder zerk and recoil stop
bars.
3. Clean track cylinder zerk (1).
4. Use 7/8” button head coupler on grease gun.
5. Add MPG to increase track tension until recoil
stop bars (4) can be removed.
6. Re-insert recoil stop bars.
7. Replace covers.
8. Repeat for other track.
Pressurized fluid or air could pierce skin and cause injury
or death. Stay away.
To help avoid injury: Service track grease cylinder only while standing away from zerk. Wear gloves
and safety glasses, and cover zerk with cloth when relieving pressure in cylinder.
Crushing weight could cause death or
serious injury. Use proper procedures and equipment or stay
away.