10.8.3.2 Checking wheel brake lining wear
Fig. 72 Checking the brake lining thickness
1
Inspection hole
2
Brake linings
1. Remove the plug from the inspection hole.
2. With the aid of a torch, check the brake lining thickness.
Brake linings less than 0.1 inch thick should be replaced by a specialized workshop.
3. Replace the plug in the inspection hole.
10.8.3.3 Brake system adjustment
There is an arrow pressed into the brake back plate near the adjustment hole.
■ Turn in the direction of the arrow: Adjust the brake.
■ Turn against the direction of the arrow: Loosen the brake.
Fig. 73 Brake system adjustment
1
Brake rod
2
Equaliser
3
Brake support
4
Screwdriver as adjusting tool
5
Adjusting wheel
1. Remove the plug from the inspection hole.
2. Use a screwdriver to turn the adjusting wheel
5
until the wheels no longer turn in the forward
direction.
3. Apply the parking brake a number of times to centre the brake linings.
4. Use the screwdriver to turn the adjusting wheel back (3 to 5 notches) until there is no more
braking resistance to the wheels turning forward.
5. Pull on the parking brake.
10 Maintenance
10.8 Chassis maintenance
No.: 901765 05 USE
Operator Manual Screw Compressor
M114 SIGMA CONTROL SMART
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