OTT Installation Manual
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1. Loop the rope around the front end of the tire and tuck it under it Tie one end of the rope to the Stretch the rope across the tire tread last pad of the track chain i 5 Drive forward enough to pull the Bring the rest of the track over the track halfway over the rear tire front tire INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT The suggested track sag is between 1 and 3 The optimum slack is 2 The pin can be locked into two positions inner hole closer to the track pad center and outer hole farther from the track pad center If more or less than 1 3 of sag exists move as many pins as necessary from outer to inner hole or vice versa to get the required track tension slack As you can see here this is the default adjustment of your new set of Protrac tracks All of the links are set to the OUTER holes Adjusting the links by moving them to the INNER or OUTER holes will loosen or tighten the tracks Always make sure your tracks are at the CORRECT recommended tension prior to operating the skid steer otherwise you may risk damaging OUTER INNER OUTER the machine and or the tracks HOLE HOLE HOLE Each INNER hole adjustment tightens or loosens the track system by approximately 3 4 As you can see here the Protrac pad in the center has been adjusted to have the link accommodate the INNER hole This is one INNER hole adjustment In this diagram you will notice that the Protrac pad in the center has two INNER ho2. Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 1 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual Formula To convert kPa to PSI multiply the kPa rating on the Ranger tire by 0 14504 Example If a Ranger tire has a kPa rating of 510 Multiply the kPa rating of 510 by 0 14504 510 x 0 14504 73 9704 PSI Round 73 9704 up and you get 74 0 PSI Carriage Bolt Pin and Nut Tightness Be sure that the nuts on the carriage bolts pins are tight You can use a Standard automotive air wrench to tighten any loose nuts Alternatively you can use a torque wrench to tighten at a rate of 100 foot pounds Higher torque ratings can damage or strip the bolt nut threads A loose bolt can slide sideways and end up catching the sidewall of a tire and cause a puncture A tight bolt will prevent this from occurring Track to Tire Fit Track to Tire fit is the responsibility of the machine track owner It is normal and recommended that a certain amount of space exist between the tire and the inside of the track sections Do not run the tracks if the tires are snug inside the tracks If the tires are snug inside the tracks this will cause excessive and premature tire sidewall wear and ultimately tire failure The normal and recommended amount of space between the tire and the inside of the tracks is 1 2 to 3 4 This space allows for proper release of any debris that may get cau
3. PROTRAC erie High Performance Skid Steer Tracks MMAXIM IZ E R User s Guide amp Installation Manual Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual Congratulations You ve just purchased a new Protrac Maximizer over the tire track system from McLaren Industries This User s Manual covers proper installation and maintenance of your V8 Series Protrac Rubber Protrac Magnum Protrac Diamond and Maximizer over the tire tracks Step 1 Read ALL instructions before installing the tracks Step 2 Make sure that you received all of the items shipped to you Step 3 Be cautious and protect yourself from harm during installation Step 4 Make sure the product is properly installed before operating your machine Though track installation is fairly simple first time track users may require assistance If assistance is needed please contact McLaren Customer Service or your authorized dealer Your local skid steer dealer is also an excellent source for assistance For experienced users the installation of the tracks takes an average of fifteen minutes per side However first time users will require more time to become familiar with the operation of the tools in the kit and the track system First time users will also need to perform an initial adjustment of the tracks to best fit the tires of the machine Disclaimer Before you install and operate y
4. clearance before you continue with the installation If problems with clearance occur call McLaren Customer Service or your authorized dealer NOTE It is recommended to install one Protrac Magnum is directional When the track is mounted on the machine the thick solid bar should point to the front of the machine when looking at the top of the track side at a time as opposed to both until you familiarize yourself with the track system Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 5 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual 1 Make sure that both tracks are parallel to 2 To avoid serious injury or death raise and each other and of equal distance to the lock the boom of the machine according to machine Remove as much slack as possible the manufacturer s instructions 3 Slowly drive the machine over the tracks 4 Fold the back end of tracks over the back Stop halfway over the track chain tire of the machine 6 5 Fold the front end of tracks over the front tire 6 Assemble the installation tool as described above NOTE Before using the installation tool to tighten the tracks make sure that there is no slack bunched between the ground and the tire as the arrow shows on this image The track should be in full contact all the way around the tire before tightening the track Avoid Copyright McLaren Industri
5. es All Rights Reserved Page 6 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual s P i gt i N E P E Y Wo 1 R A Ae ae T sj C N w TA a l Oa am te i ME A 7 Insert installation tool under the first open 8 Connect the other end of the installation tool to section of the track the opposite section of the track 10 9 Put ratchet on the square end of the threaded 10 When the open track sections get close enough rod Use the ratchet to bring the two ends of the together insert the ends of the dog bone links into track together their respective slots 11 12 11 Insert the carriage bolt on the outside of 12 Tighten the carriage bolts You can tighten to 100 the track pounds of torque pressure or use an automotive air 13 13 Once the carriage bolts are tight 14 Remove the installation tool from the track and loosen the installation tool then move the machine forward until there is an open space to insert the carriage bolt on the inside of the track Tighten the bolt Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 7 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual Over the tire tracks are heavy You may want to use a rope to bring the track over the tire or if the machine s fenders prevent conventional installation
6. ght between the tire and the inside of the tracks No Warranty for Any Tire Damage Mclaren Industries does not provide warranty for any tire damage Track condition fit and machine clearance are the responsibility of the machine track owner Please see the Clearance Measurement Guide INSTALLATION TOOL Do not over tighten the installation tool when installing the Protrac Maximizer series tracks Over tightening the installation tool can cause damage to the tool itself the tracks and or the machine The installation tool will break if over tightened The tool is designed to withstand the normal pressure exerted when installing the tracks The installation tool is not covered by any warranty If an installation tool breaks a new tool may be purchased through Mclaren Industries MACHINE OPERATION Do not operate the machine if the tracks are not set to the recommended tension MACHINE DAMAGE Mclaren Industries is not responsible for damage to the track owner s machine The machine owner is responsible for determining that the tracks or any related products such as wheel spacers or boom stops are used within the constraints and limitations set by McLaren Industries if purchased from McLaren Industries or an authorized McLaren dealer Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 2 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual BREAK IN PERIOD You
7. le adjustments made CORRECT INHER HOLE This depicts an INCORRECT placement of the link As you can see making two INNER hole adjustments on opposing Protrac pads will not allow the track to operate correctly The ears will bind up on the curve of the tire If the machine is run with this type of adjustment damage to the tracks and or machine will occur Please note that incorrect adjustment voids the warranty of the product Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 8 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual THINGS TO KNOW The break in period for a new set of Protrac Maximizer over the tire track system is approximately 20 hours During this time the tires will seat themselves to the tracks Avoid making sharp turns until the tires have seated properly otherwise you may damage the tires Check and re adjust the tension regularly at 100 hour intervals this will help ensure extended tire life and proper operation of tracks For Protrac Rubber we strongly recommend the tracks be rotated at 100 hour intervals or when the track begins to have uneven wear this will help ensure extended rubber pad life When troubleshooting your tracks take necessary precautions to protect yourself from injury i e wear gloves lock boom turn machine engine off etc Contact McLaren if there are any warranty related questions o
8. machine min 3 Check for boom stops or arm guards Check for clearance between engine cowling and tire INSTALLATION KIT CONTENTS 1 pc Packaging Box 1 Set of 2 Pcs of C Clamp For Universal Installation 1 pc Square Nut For V Hook C Clamp Left Hand Thread 1 pc Square Nut For V Hook C Clamp Right Hand Thread 1 pc Allen Wrench 10 mm 1 pc 1 2 10 mm Socket for Allen Wrench 1 pc 1 2 19 mm Socket for Carriage Bolt 4 pcs Carriage Bolt 14 mm w Nut and Lock Washer 1 pc 1 2 C Clamp Threaded Rod 12Mm 1 pc 1 2 12 mm Socket for Threaded Rod 1 pc 1 2 16 mm Socket For 12 Protrac Rubber Pad Nut 1 pc 1 2 Ratchet Note Installation kit is subject to change Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 4 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual CORRECT ASSEMBLY OF C CLAMPS AND SQUARE NUTS De ote Sh Screw both C clamps onto the threaded rod Make sure square nuts can be screwed on to the threaded rod properly INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Take all necessary precautions to protect yourself during installation If necessary install wheel spacers and or boom stops Make any other adjustments to the machine as required Be sure you have the necessary track clearance on your machine Refer to the Measurement Guide IN this manual You may disconnect a single track unit from the track assembly and use it to check for track
9. may have to readjust the tension of your new Protrac Maximizer over the tire tracks one 1 to three 3 times during the first twenty 20 hours of use This will moderate the friction between the metal components of the tracks as well as the friction between the tracks and tires CARRIAGE BOLT PIN LINK WEAR FACTORS AND LIFE The life of the carriage bolts pins links is reliant upon several factors proper adjustment of the tracks and track tension and work environment conditions Soft soil will provide the longest carriage bolt pin link life The condition that is most detrimental to the life of the metal components of the tracks is sand Sand will wear the metal components more rapidly than any other work conditions Sand will also greatly reduce the life of the tracks that have rubber pads RETAIN THE ID PLATE Please retain the ID plate that comes on the tracks for any future warranty issues Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 3 Protrac Maximizer Series Over the Tire Tracks for Skid Steer Loaders User s Guide amp Installation Manual CLEARANCE MEASUREMENT GUIDE a Boom Stop _ 4 a and Boom 2 l3 j bi 6 oh s are 2 Engine Cowling is Arm Guards 2 2 al bigot Bucket Blade N 2 lz or other attachment Equipment 3 Make Model Note the Make and Model should be exactly as written on the machine registration plate Verify clearance f irom side of
10. our skid steer loader with your new over the tire tracks you must follow the following guidelines to insure proper product operation and user safety MACHINE SAFETY DURING TRACK INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL ALWAYS be sure that the boom is raised and locked when installing or uninstalling the tracks Be sure that other people who are not required to assist in installing uninstalling the tracks are clear of the work area and the loader Make sure that the engine is also off while doing any work on the tracks TRACK SLACK ADJUSTMENT Track slack should be in the range of 1 to 3 Around 2 of slack is optimal A looser track with a slack of about 2 to 3 will provide for greater pin carriage bolt life Tracks that are too tight can damage the loader USE OF PROTRAC MAXIMIZER OVER THE TIRE TRACKS WITH FOAM FILLED OR SOLID TIRES Do not use flat proof foam filled tires or solid rubber tires with McLaren over the tire tracks Using flat proof tires with Protrac Maximizer may damage the machine if debris gets caught between the track and the flat proof tires The only flat proof tire that is recommended to work with McLaren OTT tracks is McLaren Industries Nu Air Tyre TIRE DAMAGE AND WEAR Tire pressure Make sure that the air pressure is correct If you find a tire rating in kPa on the sidewall to convert to the US pounds per square inch PSI rating multiply the kPa rating by 0 14504 Following is an example of a conversion
11. r if out of warranty replacement parts are needed Refer to our website regularly www mcLarenindustries com for new information and additions to this user s guide and installation manual We want to hear from YOU Have you tried something interesting with your over the tire tracks Do you have any pictures or videos of an amazing feat Would you like a picture of YOUR machine on our website Tell us about it Please contact your sales representative Copyright McLaren Industries All Rights Reserved Page 9
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