Invacare
®
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SERVICE MANUAL
35
7.2
Testing the electro-mechanical parking brake
Note
This test should only be carried out on mobility aids with conventional motor/transmission units.
CAUTION!
Material damage can be caused to the electronics module due to short-circuits in the
electro-mechanical brake.
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NEVER connect an electro-mechanical brake to an intact electronics module with a short-
circuit!
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Always replace short-circuited brakes immediately.
Note
A defective motor can damage the power module, but a defective power module cannot camage
the motor.
Requirements:
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Phillips screwdriver size 2
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digital multimeter with resistance measurement
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Remove the rear cover as described in chapter 8.1.1.
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Pull the motor plug (1) out of the power module.
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Connect the digital multimeter to the adjacent central motor plug contacts (3) and measure the
resistance between the contacts.
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If there is a defect, replace the motor and send it to Invacare® Service for inspection or repair.
