Track Trash Buildup

Avoid operating tractor in grease, oil, or other petroleum chemicals. Avoid spilling these materials on track and wheels during service.

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Trash Build-Up Points

Trash build-up can cause fire from increased friction. Remove trash from trash build-up points between track and tractor frame.

Clean trash from any area around track assemblies, especially from build-up points between track and tractor frame (A).

Remove any debris or material buildup on top of frame reaction arms. Buildup can wear down rubber on drive wheels and reduce their ability to transfer power to track.

Check for material buildup between drive wheels and front idler wheels. Buildup can damage or crush guide lugs and can increase chances of derailing track. If guide lug tip damage is seen, it may be due to material buildup.

Remove any debris or material packed inside drive wheel sprocket pockets (where track drive lugs engage).

Inspect outer surface of drivewheel for material buildup. See Service - Adjust Drivewheel Scraper if material buildup on sprocket outer surface is noted.

If excessive trash buildup becomes a problem, optional sprocket and debris rejection guards are available. See your John Deere dealer.