Brouwer Kesmac 4000 R Series, Operator'S Manual

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Drive System – Pressure test/adjust.
Fig.1
To facilitate easy and safe checking and adjusting of the Drive
System Pressure, a Test port is fitted on the Loop Flushing Valve.
If a Test Port is not installed on your machine it is recommended
that one be obtained from the factory, also the 1000 psi. Gauge,
Adaptor, and Hose.
The Test Port replaces a Plug on the Loop Flushing Valve.
CAUTION
To ensure safe and efficient procedures
the correct
equipment must be used. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury and/or equipment damage.
Fig.1
Two persons should carry out this procedure .
One in the operator’s seat, a second to attach the equip-
ment and adjust the pressure.
Loop Flushing Valve.
(Located under the inner engine cover).
Fig.2/3
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Remove the plug in the Valve and fit the Test Port.
Remove the Cap ‘A’.
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Attach the Gauge ‘B’ and Hose to the Test Port ‘ C ’.
Fig.2
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Set the Engine rpm to 1800.
With the machine ‘ stationary ’ the gauge reading should
be 350/375 psi.
•
Engage the Drive ‘ momentarily ’.
The indicated pressure should decrease, to 20/30 psi.
lower than the stationary psi.
Pressure Adjustment.
Fig.4
Pressure is adjusted at the Relief Valve ‘D’ located on the top
side of the Drive Pump.
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Loosen the Locknut ‘ E ’. Fig.3
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Using a 6mm Allen Key turn the Adjuster ‘F’ CW to
increase pressure.
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Turn CCW to decrease pressure.
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Retighten the Locknut ‘ E ’.
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Remove the test equipment. Replace the cap on the
Test Port.
Fig.4
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