Brake Assembly - Schwinn 270 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. Use the pliers to unhook the Tension Spring (C) from the
Main Frame. Pull back and release the Magnet Arm (D) enough to
disengage it from the Motor Pulley Shaft (E).
4. Loosen and remove the hex head bolt (F), nut (G) and washer
(H) that attach the Brake Assembly (A) to the Main Frame bracket
(J).
NOTICE: Hold the Brake Assembly so that it does not fall.
Do not cut or pinch the cables
5. Remove the Brake Assembly (A). Remove the cardboard.
Discard the old Brake Assembly.
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D
E
F
G
H
B
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C
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