PRONAR T682, Manual

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Pronar T682, Pronar T682/1 SECTION 5
5.12
During dismantling of cylinder fork (6) remember or mark the original setting of the cylinder
fork pin (7) (L1 distance - front axle, L2 distance - rear axle). Mounting position depends on
the type of the braking system and size of the trailer tyres. It is selected by the manufacturer
and cannot be changed - see table (5.2).
DANGER
Incorrectly adjusted brake may cause rubbing of brake shoes against brake
drums, which may lead to faster wear of brake linings and/or brake overheating.
INSPECT
Check technical condition of brakes:
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Before the period of intensive use.
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every 6 months,
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After repair of braking system.
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In case of uneven trailer wheel braking.
IMPORTANT
The positions for fixing the brake cylinder in the bracket openings and the brake
cylinder pin in the expander arm are determined by the Manufacturer and must
not be changed.
Each time when dismantling the pin or brake cylinder, the original fixing position
should be marked.
Required maintenance
Hitch trailer to tractor.
Turn off tractor engine and remove key from ignition.
Immobilise the tractor with parking brake.
Make sure that the trailer's brakes are not engaged.
Secure the trailer against moving by placing wheel chocks.