4.0 SERVICING
4.1 MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
To ensure that the vehicle is kept in a safe and correct operating condition, it must be inspected and
maintained on a regular basis. Proper lubrication, electrical control adjustments, safety feature checks,
etc. performed at recommended intervals will help prevent damage or failure of the unit while providing
optimum performance.
Follow the guidelines below to assure proper maintenance.
Allow only trained maintenance personnel to maintain, repair, and inspect the vehicle.
Before starting any repairs or maintenance, immobilize the vehicle by turning the power keyswitch off
and removing the key.
Disconnect both of the main battery pack leads before working on or disconnecting any electrical
component or wire.
Block the chassis with jack stands before working under a raised vehicle.
Conduct vehicle performance checks in an authorized area where a safe clearance exists.
Before starting the vehicle, follow the recommended safety procedures in Chapter 1, (SAFETY).
Avoid fire hazards and have fire protection equipment present in the work area.
Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning parts.
Work in a properly ventilated work area.
Regularly inspect and maintain in safe working condition the brakes, steering mechanisms, speed
and directional control mechanisms, warning devices, guards and safety devices.
Keep the vehicle in a clean condition to minimize fire hazards and facilitate detection of loose or
defective parts.
4.2 BRAKE SYSTEM
The mechanical brakes consist of two rear drum
brakes. With no force applied to the treadle, brakes
are properly adjusted when the back edge the treadle
is approximately even with the top edge of the rear
frame crossbar. See Figure 4.2.1.
To adjust the brakes (See Figure 4.2.2):
Loosen jam nut (A) on upper end of the treadle to
brake linkage.
Turn (lengthen) upper brake linkage (B) and
check adjustment.
Once properly adjusted and tighten the jam nut.
NOTICE: Minimum brake shoe lining thickness
is .080 inches.
Figure 4.2.1
4-1
A
Figure 4.2.2
B
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