Preliminary Information; Servicing The Brakes And The Axle - PRONAR PT512 Operator's Manual

Pronar PT512

5.1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION

When using the trailer, regular inspections of its technical condition are essential, as well as
performance of maintenance procedures which keep the machine in good technical
condition. Therefore, the user is obliged to perform all maintenance and adjustment
procedures defined by the manufacturer.
Repairs during the guarantee period may only be performed by authorized service points.
This section describes the detailed procedures and extent of actions which can be done by
the user with ones own resources. In the event of unauthorized repairs, changes to factory
settings and other actions which are not regarded as possible for the trailer operator to
perform, the warranty will be invalidated.

5.2 SERVICING THE BRAKES AND THE AXLE

5.2.1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Work related to repairs, change or regeneration of axle and mechanical brakes elements
should be entrusted to specialist workshops having the appropriate technology and
qualifications for this type of work.
The responsibilities of the user are limited to:
• initial inspection of axle brakes,
• inspection and adjustment of play of axle bearings,
• mounting and dismounting the wheel, inspection of wheel tightening,
• control of air pressure, evaluating technical condition of wheels and tires,
• adjustment of mechanical brakes,
• replacement of parking brake cable and adjustment of cable tension.
Procedures related to:
• changing grease in axle bearings,
• replacement of bearings, hub seals,
• replacement of brake linings, repairs of brake,
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