Brake Assembly - Schwinn 170 Service Manual

NOTICE: It is necessary to remove the Shrouds for this procedure. Refer to the "Replace the Shrouds" procedure.
It may be necessary to adjust the Brake tension at the end of this procedure. Refer to the "Set the Brake Tension" procedure.
! Disconnect all power to the machine before you service it.
Note: Your machine may not match the image. For reference only.
1. Carefully remove the Shrouds. Refer to the "Replace the Shrouds"
procedure.
2. Insert 2.5" x 10" cardboard between the Brake Magnet (A) and the
Flywheel (B), and tape the cardboard to the Brake Magnet.
Note: Be sure the cardboard covers all of the Brake Magnet.
3.
Using the needlenose pliers, unhook the Tension Spring (G) from
the Main Frame. Pull back and release the Magnet Arm (H) enough to
disengage it from the Motor Pulley Shaft (J).
4.
Loosen and remove the hex head bolt (C), nut (D) and washer (E)
that attach the Brake Assembly (A) to the Main Frame bracket (F).
NOTICE: Do not crimp the cables
5. Remove the Brake Assembly (A). Remove the cardboard. Discard
the old Brake Assembly.
6. Installation is the reverse procedure. Tape the cardboard to the new
Brake Magnet. Be sure the cardboard will completely cover the new Brake
Magnet before installation.
NOTICE: Do not crimp the cables.
7. Before fully attaching the Shrouds, remove the cardboard from
between the Brake Magnet (A) and the Flywheel (B). Power up the
machine to verify that the Magnet Arm can move freely, and that the Brake
Magnet and Flywheel do not touch at the maximum resistance level.
Machine is on. Current is active. There is risk of electrical
shock.
If necessary, refer to the "Set the Brake Tension" procedure.
8. Final Inspection
Inspect your machine to ensure that all hardware is tight and components
are properly assembled.
Do not use until the machine has been fully assembled and
inspected for correct performance in accordance with the
Owner's Manual.
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D
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C
G
A
F
B
J
H