Check Master Cylinder Fluid - Taylor-Dunn B0-T48-48 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

CHECK MASTER CYLINDER FLUID

1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF"
position, then remove the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the
center "OFF" position.
3. Confirm the electric park brake is set.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to
prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and
negative cables at the batteries.
6. Thoroughly clean the area around the master
cylinder cap.
7. Remove the master cylinder cap.
8. If the fluid in the master cylinder is contaminated
then the entire brake system must be flushed.
Refer to Bleed the Brakes for information
regarding flushing the brake system.
9. Fill with brake fluid from a new sealed container
to within 1/4-inch of the top of the master cylinder
chamber and reinstall the cap.
10. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
11. Remove blocks from behind the wheels.
12. Release the parking brake and test drive the
vehicle.
Maintenance, Service, and Repair
•
Only use the specified brake fluid as indicated on page 1 of this
section from a new sealed container.
•
DOT 3 brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paint finishes.
•
Dispose of brake fluid in accordance with local state and federal
regulations.
•
Read and follow all warnings on the brake fluid container.
Do not ingest brake fluid or allow contact
with skin or eyes. Always wear protective
clothing and a face shield when working
with or around brake fluid.
SKIN CONTACT
Flush area immediately with water for
several minutes. If a rash or skin irritation
develops, get medical
immediately.
EYE CONTACT
Immediately flush the eye with water for
15 minutes and call physician.
INGESTION
Get medical attention immediately.
attention
Brakes
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