Anderson RBM1400, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 51 — Adjusting a Brake with a Slack Adjuster
7.7.4 Replacing the brake shoes
The brake shoes must be replaced when the lining has reached the minimum thickness. Use this
opportunity to grease the wheel bearings (see "Lubricating the wheel bearings" on page 85).
Table 21 — Minimum Lining Thickness
Brake type
Dimensions (inside diameter of the drum x
thickness of the lining)
Minimum lining
thickness (mm)
356 E 350 x 60 2
359 E 350 x 90 2
412 E 406 x 120 5
See "Adjusting the wheel bearing play" on page 83 and "Lubricating the wheel bearings" on page 85
for how to disassemble and reassemble the wheel hub, as well as how to grease and adjust the play
of the wheel bearings.
During this process, inspect all the brake mechanisms:
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The condition of and wear on the drums;
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The condition of the cam shafts and brake levers, especially the play on the splines;
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The wear on the bushings;
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The condition of the protective bellows (depending on the model);
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The condition of the shoe return springs;
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The condition and tightness of the anchor pins (depending on the model).
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For shoes with rollers, check that they rotate properly and lightly oil the roller pin before
assembling.
Replace any components that are defective or worn.