GVM-VAC GVM8000, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance Section
4.4 Preventative Maintenance, continued;
Preventative Maintenance, continued;
DO NOT tow the leaf vacuum with damaged or non-operating brakes.
Check the brakes daily for proper operation.
6. Trailer Brakes (if equipped): The trailer's brakes should be checked daily,
before leaving the equipment yard, for proper operation. The trailer brakes
are designed to work in synchronization with your tow vehicles brakes. Never
use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. The
synchronization between the tow vehicle and the leaf vacuum is accomplished
through the brake controller and needs to be set correctly. Please read the
brake controllers manual and the axle owner's manual for these procedures.
The brakes should be adjusted after the first 200 miles of operation when the
brake shoes and drums have "seated" and at 3,000 mile intervals, or as use and
performance requires. The adjustment procedures are beyond the scope of this
manual, please see the axle owners/service manual for specific instructions.
The trailer brakes should be inspected and serviced at yearly intervals or more
often as use and performance requires. Magnets and shoes must be changed
when they become worn or scored thereby preventing adequate vehicle braking.
Again, see the axle owner's/service manual for specific procedures.
7. FUEL TANK: Fill the fuel tank at the beginning of the work shift leaving a
gap of at the top of the tank for expansion of fuel. A full fuel tank will reduce
the possibility of condensation forming in the tank and moisture entering the
fuel lines. Check the fuel lines daily for cracks, holes or tightness.