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Copyright 12/18
MODEL ZT1844
MAINTENANCE
1.
Measurethedeflectionwith100lbs.offorce.Ifthedeflectionisnot1/2”followthestepsbelowtoadjust.
2. Block the frame so both of the tracks are clear of the ground.
3. Install the cutter wheel lock pin and the frame lock pin.
4. Start the engine. Make sure the engine is in the low idle position.
5. Track only one side forward until the small half of the sprocket is towards the ground (See Figure 1).
6.
Turntheengineoff,removetheignitionkey,andmakesuretheignitionkeyisinyourpossession.
7. Unbolt and remove the small half of the sprocket (See Figure 2).
8. Start the engine. Make sure the engine is in the low idle position.
9.
Trackthesamesideforwarduntilthelargehalfofthesprocketiscompletelyoffthetrack(SeeFigure3).
10.
Turntheengineoff,removetheignitionkey,andmakesuretheignitionkeyisinyourpossession.
11. Reposition the track adjuster to obtain the correct track tension and bolt into place on each side of the
track assembly (See Figure 4).
12. Start the engine. Make sure the engine is in the low idle position.
13. Track the large half of the sprocket back through the tracks.
14.
Turntheengineoff,removetheignitionkey,andmakesuretheignitionkeyisinyourpossession.
15. Install the small half back on to the machine.
16.
Makesurethetensionis1/2”deflectionat100lbs.offorce.
17. If correct tension is not achieved, go back to step 4.
TRACK TENSION
DANGER
!
Before attempting any type of maintenance, disengage clutch or cutter wheel engagement, wait for the
cutterwheeltocometoacompletestop,positionandlockthecutterwheelinthetransportposition,turnoff
engine, remove the ignition key, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, disconnect the battery, and
install the cutter wheel lock pin.
Avoid moving parts. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power driven parts. Keep all guards and
shields in place and properly secured.
DANGER
!
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
MEASURE FROM THE
CENTER OF THE TRACK ROLLER
AND THE DRIVE SPROCKET
TRACK ADJUSTER
REMOVE THESE BOLTS
TO ADJUST THE TRACK
TENSION
1/2" (12.7 mm) DEFLECTION AT
100 LBS (45.4 kg) OF FORCE
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