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Before every use:
– Check wheel for resistance, wheel should not be free rotating.
– Ensure wheel is clean, removing any dirt or mud.
– Check for signs of damage.
Every 6 months:
– Check for excessive braking on wheel. Wheel should roll along track when pushed, wheel
will slide if excessive braking occurs.
Clamp unit wheel
Before every use:
– Check cable, linkages, springs and wheel for signs of damage.
– Check linkages are free moving.
– Ensure brake cable moves without resistance.
– With brake released, check that wheel rotates freely.
– Check that when handlebar lever is in the raised position, the brake is engaged.
– Ensure that wheel is clean of dirt and mud.
– Check that, before assembly, the wheel dos not rotate one full turn in either direction.
– Ensure coupling is free of dirt and mud.
Every 6 months
– Check wheel pockets for excessive wear. If braking effectiveness is compromised, replace
wheel.
– Check extension spring (see figure) on brake release handle (45) are undamaged.
– Check for wear on pivots.
– Ensure fasteners are secure.
– Check for wear on coupling, parts should mate securely.
– Clean all moving parts and lubricate as required.
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