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9.2 Inspection
Check ball knob for security.
Check levers for distortion.
Check brazed joints for cracks.
Check pivot shafts for distortion.
Replace pivot bolts if necessary due to excessive wear.
Ensure there is no oil/grease on brake pad.
9.3 Brake Assembly Removal
Remove the two 1/16inch Split Pins from the Brake Pivot shaft and Brake Lever shaft.
Remove the 2BA Wavey Washers and slide the brake assembly from the frame.
9.4 Brake Assembly Fitting
Fit the Brake Pivot and Brake Lever shafts through the bushes on the frame. Fit the 2BA
Wavey Washers on each shaft and fit two new Split Pins. Retain the Split Pins in the holes by
bending the ends apart using small pliers. Replace with a new Return Spring if necessary.
Ensure pivot bolts are not over tightened as this will lead to fracture of the brazed tabs on
the brake handle.
Lubricate with light oil.
9.5 Brake Adjustment
The Brake Shoe position can be adjusted by loosening the lock nut and repositioning the
shoe. The nuts should be adjusted to allow an operating force at the knob to be between 10lbf to
13lbf (44 to 58 N) with the tyres inflated to the correct pressure (50psi/340 KiloPascals).
