Star Trac 5700 User Manual download pdf (Page 20)

Page 20 STAR TRAC GROUP CYCLES OWNER’S GUIDE

Chain tension adjustment

NXT PRO/ ELITE

1. Using the 16mm or 5/8” socket and socket

wrench loosen the axle nuts on the sides of the

flywheel.

2. Using the 10mm open end wrench, loosen the

lock nuts on the chain adjustment screws.

3. To tighten the chain, turn the adjustment screw in

a clockwise rotation equally on both sides using

the 10mm open end wrench.

4. To loosen the chain turn the adjustment screw

counter clockwise rotation (unscrew) equally on

both sides using the 10mm open end wrench.

5. While adjusting the chain tension work on both

sides of the flywheel. Adjust the angle of the

flywheel so it is straight front to rear and evenly

spaced within the frame side to side as shown in

the photo.

6. Align the chain so it runs straight on both of the

sprockets.

7. Adjust the angle of the flywheel by adjusting the adjustment screws on both

sides of the flywheel, test by slowly rotating the pedals.

a. If the chain is stretched beyond adjustment the replacement of the

chain is recommended, proceed to chain replacement.

NOTE: When the alignment is at the optimal adjustment the chain will run

smoother and quieter.

8. Tighten the adjustment lock nuts and the axle nuts on both sides alternating

from side to side.

9. Install the chain guard and test the bike.

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