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Brake Maintenance
Checking the Brake-fluid Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
The brake-fluid reservoir is filled and shipped from the
factory with DOT 3 brake fluid. Check the level before the
machine is first started and every 8 hours or daily, thereafter.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the On/Off switch to Off, and remove the
key.
2. Remove the rubber plug in the center and on top of
the dash to gain access to the master brake cylinder
and reservoir.
3. Look at the side of the reservoir, and ensure that the
fluid level is above the Minimum line (Figure 37).
4. If the fluid level is low, clean the area around the cap,
remove the cap, and fill the reservoir to above the
Minimum line. Do not overfill.
Figure 37
1. Brake-fluid reservoir
Inspecting the Brakes
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
Brakes are a critical safety component of the machine. As
with all safety components, they should be closely inspected at
regular intervals to ensure optimum performance and safety.
The following inspections should be done every 100 hours:
•
Inspect the brake shoes for wear or damage. If the lining
(brake pad) thickness is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch), the
brake shoes should be replaced.
•
Inspect the backing plate and other components for signs
of excessive wear or deformation. If any deformation is
found, the appropriate components must be replaced.
•
Check the brake fluid level; refer to Checking the
Brake-fluid Level (page 33).
2. Minimum line
Adjusting the Parking Brake
Service Interval: Every 200 hours
1. Pry the rubber cover off the parking brake.
2. Loosen the set screw securing the knob to the
parking-brake lever (Figure 38).
1. Parking-brake lever
2. Knob
3. Rotate the knob until a force of 133 to 156 N-m (30 to
35 ft-lb) is required to actuate the lever.
4. Tighten the set screw and install the rubber cover.
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Figure 38
3. Set screw
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