Braking Systems; Front Brake System Inspection; Brake Adjustment - E-TON Viper 70 Owner's Manual

5. Soak the elements in clean engine oil
until completely saturated.
6. Squeeze out the excess oil until the
element does not drip any oil.
7. Allow the elements to dry.
8. Clean the filter screens using a brush of
vacuum
9. Reinstall the Screens, elements and
cover.

Braking Systems

Your ATV unit is equipped with dual front
mechanical drum brakes and a rear hydraulic
disc brake. NOTE: Viper 70M does not have
front brakes. The front brakes are applied by
squeezing the brake lever on the right-handle
bar, while the rear brake is applied by
squeezing the brake lever on the left-handle bar.
Proper maintenance of the brake system is a
necessary part of safe operation of your unit. The
brake systems should be inspected and tested
before each riding session.

Front Brake System Inspection

Visually inspect the brake cables for any signs of
wear. Inspect the cables for frays and kinks that
inhibit the free movement of the cable. Replace
frayed or kinked cable before operating your unit.
Inspect the cables for rust or corrosion. Replace
any brake cable that show signs of corrosion as
this could cause a reduction in cable strength that
can lead to the cable breaking.
Inspect the brake arm, spring, rod and fastener
for signs of wear or damage. Operate the brake
lever while watching the brake mechanism for
proper operation. Tighten, repair or replace parts
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as needed to insure safe brake operation. Clean any
build-up of mud or debris from the brake mechanism.
The brakes are equipped with a wear indicator to
alert you when your brake shoes need replacing.
Apply light pressure to the brake lever and slowly
push the unit forward. If you hear a high pitched
metallic scraping sound, you need to replace your
brake shoes. The minimum shoe lining thickness is
1.5mm.
DO NOT RIDE A UNIT WITH WORN BRAKE
SHOES.
Test the brakes by applying pressure to the brake
lever and trying to push the unit forward. If the
wheel rotates while the brakes are applied, adjust
the brake cable until the wheels no longer rotate.
(See Brake Adjustment)

Brake Adjustment

Adjust the brake cable so that the lever has zero
free play and a minimum clearance of ½" between
the lever and the handle grip when the brake is
fully applied. Adjust the cable by using the
adjustment wheel where the cable attaches to the
lever assembly. After obtaining the correct
adjustment, insure that the locking nut is tightened
securely against the adjusting wheel to prevent the
adjustment wheel from turning due to vibration.
Keep your brake cables lubricated with a high
quality cable lubricant to prevent rust and
corrosion. The cables should be lubricated every
60 days or more often if operated in a dusty or wet
environment.
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