Inspect The Service Brake; Adjust The Service Brake - Taylor-Dunn SC-001-59 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Current Taylor-Dunn
brakes were replaced with aftermarket parts containing asbestos. Since this possibility exists,
all brake parts should be handled as if they contain asbestos. Refer to Appendix C for
recommended handling precautions.

INSPECT THE SERVICE BRAKE

The band parking brake is located on the front of the
drive chain case housing, it must be removed to
accurately measure the lining thickness. Refer to
Replace the Parking Brake Lining
on removing the band park brake.
1. Measure the
thickness of the
brake lining at its
thinnest point. If it
is 1/16-inch or
less, then the
brake band must
be replaced.
2. Measure the run
out of the brake
drum. If it is more
than 0.010-inches
then it must be
machined or
replaced. Do not
machine the brake
drum beyond its
service limits.
3. Measure the
diameter of the
brake drum. If it is
less than 5.85-
inches then the
brake drum must
be replaced.
4. Inspect all brake
cables and linkages for any signs of damage or
wear.
5. Inspect the park brake ratchet for any signs of
damage.
6. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
7. Remove blocks from behind the wheels.
8. Test drive the vehicle.
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brakes are asbestos free. However, there is the possibility that the original
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ADJUST THE SERVICE BRAKE

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. Raise the drive wheels off of the ground.
7. Loosen the brake bolt jam nut.
8. Depress the treadle until the throttle linkage is
0.125" away from the accelerator module slip joint.
9. While rotating the brake drum, tighten the brake
bolt until the brake just starts to drag.
10. Tighten the jam nut.
11. Reconnect the main positive and negative at the
batteries, lower the wheels to the ground, remove
the blocks from the wheels, and test drive.