Brakes; Periodic Brake Test For Mechanical Brakes; Fig. 27 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution - Cushman BELLHOP 2 Owner's Manual And Service Manual

Read all of Manual to become thoroughly familiar with this vehicle. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
should be paid to metal components adjacent to the bat-
tery which should also be sprayed with the sodium bicar-
bonate (baking soda) solution.
1/4 Cup (60 ML)
Sodium Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters) Water

Fig. 27 Preparing Acid Neutralizing Solution

Allow the solution to sit for at least three minutes; use a
soft bristle brush or cloth to wipe the tops of the battery to
remove any residue that could contribute to the self dis-
charge of the battery. Rinse the entire area with low pres-
sure clear water. Do not use a pressure washer.

BRAKES

To reduce the possibility of severe injury or
death, always evaluate pedal travel before
operating a vehicle to verify some braking func-
tion is present.
All driving brake tests must be done in a
safe location with regard for the safety of all
personnel.
OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
Non-Metalic Wandr
2 GAL (8 Liters)
Gargen Sprayer
(1 1/2 GAL (6 Liters)
Baking Powder Solution
Over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place; there-
fore, it is important to establish the standard with a new vehicle.
The Periodic Brake Performance Test should be per-
formed regularly as an evaluation of braking system per-
formance. It is useful as a method of identifying subtle
loss of performance over time.

Periodic Brake Test For Mechanical Brakes

The purpose of this test is to compare the braking perfor-
mance of the vehicle to the braking performance of new
or 'known to be good' vehicles or to an established
acceptable stopping distance. Actual stopping distances
will be influenced by weather conditions, terrain, road
surface condition, actual vehicle weight (accessories
installed) and vehicle speed. No specific braking distance
can be reliably specified. The test is conducted by latch-
ing the park brake to eliminate different pedal pressures
and to include the affects of linkage mis-adjustment.
Establish the acceptable stopping distance by testing a
new or 'known to be good' vehicle and recording the
stopping location or stopping distance. For fleets of vehi-
Owner's Manual and Service Guide
Dry, Level, Clean, Paved Surface
Accelerate To
Maximum Speed
Latch
Parking Brake
and Take Foot
Off Pedal
Acceptable
Stopping 4 ft. (1.2 m)
Distance
Ref Bpt 2S
Fig. 28 Typical Brake Performance Test
Line or Marker
Line or Marker
Normal Range of
Stopping Distance
Any vehicles that stop
more than 4 ft. (1.2 m)
beyond the Acceptable
Stopping Distance or
pulls to one side should
be removed from service
and inspected by a
qualified mechanic
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