PRONAR PT510, Operator'S Manual

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SECTION 5 Pronar PT510
5.15
Before the adjustment, make certain that the axle brake is correctly adjusted and is
functioning properly.
5.3 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
5.3.1 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Work connected with repair, replacement or regeneration of system components (brake
cylinders, conduits, control valve, braking force regulator, etc.) should be entrusted to
specialist establishments, having the appropriate technology and qualifications for this type of
work.
The duties of the operator connected with the pneumatic system maintenance include:
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checking tightness and visual inspection of the system,
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cleaning the air filter (filters),
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draining water from air tank,
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cleaning drain valve,
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cleaning and maintaining pneumatic conduit connections,
DANGER
Do not use the trailer when brake system is out of order.
5.3.2 CHECKING AIR TIGHTNESS AND VISUAL INSPECTION OF PNEUMATIC
SYSTEM
Checking air tightness of pneumatic system
Hitch trailer to tractor.
Immobilise tractor and trailer with parking brake. Place chocks under trailer
wheel.
Start tractor in order to supplement air in trailer brake system tank.