PRONAR NV161/1, Operator'S Manual

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SECTION 5 Pronar NV161/1
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NV161/2
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NV161/3
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NV161/4
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NV161/5
5.15
During adjustment, membrane (2) must rest on the rear wall of the
brake cylinder – compare figure (5.6).
Install the brake cylinder fork pin and washers and secure the pin with cotter
pins.
Rotate adjustment bolt (4) to the right until one or two clicking sounds are
heard in the expander arm regulating mechanism.
Repeat adjustment activities for the other brake cylinder on the same axle.
Engage the brake.
Remove previous marks and measure the brake cylinder piston stroke again.
If the brake cylinder piston stroke is outside the proper operating range, repeat
the adjustment.
5.2.9 CHANGE OF PARKING BRAKE CABLE AND ADJUSTMENT OF CABLE
TENSION.
Checking and/or adjustment of parking brake:
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every 12 months,
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if needed.
Proper operation of the parking brake is dependent on the effectiveness of the axle brake
and the correct brake cables tension.
Adjustment of parking brake cable tension should be conducted in the event of:
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stretching of cable,
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loosening of parking brake cable clamps
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after adjustment of axle brakes,
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after repairs of axle brake system,
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after repairs of parking brake system.
Before the adjustment, make certain that the axle brake is correctly adjusted and is
functioning properly.