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4. Possible reason and troubleshooting for malfunctions of mechanic system.

System

Malfunction

Possible Reason

Troubleshooting

Steering 

system

Steering heavy

Clearance of tension rod ball is too big

Change

Steering knuckle and master pin is not lubri-

cated

Add lube

Steering shaft or its plastic cover is worn out

Change

Unstable wheels

Rack of redirector is worn out

Change redirector

Screw plug of redirector is too tight

Adjust

Toe-in is adjusted improperly

Adjust

Bearing of front wheel is worn out

Change

Tie rod ball and joint is worn out

Change tie rod

Redirector is loose

Tighten

Driving 

system

Deflected running

The pressure of the two front tires is different

Inflate

Toe-in is too big or too small

Adjust

Tightness of the left and right drum bearing of 

front wheels is different

Adjust

Brake of one wheel is too tight

Adjust or change

Spring shock absorber is abnormal

Change

Front suspension is loose

Change

Abnormal tire fray

Tire pressure is abnormal

Inflate

Toe-in is improper

Adjust

Drum bearing loose

Change

U type bolt of leaf spring is loose

Tighten

Rim is distorted or frame is distorted

Tighten

Brake force of each wheel is different

Adjust

Overexerting accelerate or braking frequently

Alter operation

Brake system

Brake fail

Master cylinder and/or wheel cylinder is dam-

aged or leaking oil

Check, eliminate, 

change

Brake fluid is insufficient or empty

Add fluid

Air enters into oil pipe

Let air out

Free travel of brake pedal is too long or the 

clearance of arrester is too big

Adjust

Brake drum is worn out or distorted

Change

Master cylinder leaks oil internally

Change

Braking deviation

The clearance of left brake drum shoe and right 

brake drum shoe is different

Adjust

Oil is on one arrester’s brake shoe

Dispose/change

Tire pressures are different

Repair/change

One wheel cylinder’s piston is blocked

Adjust

Wheels are aligned improperly

Adjust

Brake drum becomes out of round

Change

Summary of Contents for BN72-11-AC-D

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual and Service Guide Enclosed Bus BN72 14 AC D and BN72 11 AC D Wheelchair Accessible...

Page 2: ...instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Star EV If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Enclosed Bus please consult your Star EV dealer Read a...

Page 3: ...Safety Maintenance Battery maintenance Traction motor maintenance Speed controller maintenance Brake system maintenance Lubrication General maintenance notes Periodic maintenance Storage Troubleshoot...

Page 4: ...Rear Suspension Integral rear axle coil spring non independent suspension hydraulic shock absorber Controller Power 550 A Curtis AC controller Steering System Rack and pinion power steering Top Speed...

Page 5: ...lerate the vehicle F R switch This switch is a three position button Depressing the upper part F makes the vehicle move forwards while depressing the lower part R makes the vehicle move backwards and...

Page 6: ...first before selecting Forward or Reverse on F R Button the vehicle will not run Stopping the vehicle 1 Step Service Brake Pedal to decelerate the vehicle until it stops completely and shift F R butto...

Page 7: ...ff streets unless it is allowed The vehicle cannot be overloaded or the motor will be damaged An over loaded vehicle can lose control and its life will be shortened Unqualified persons are prohibited...

Page 8: ...mps to the terminals and thinly coat them with petro leum jelly Vaseline to prevent corrosion WARNING Before you disconnect any battery cable from any terminal on the battery always remove the power b...

Page 9: ...s keep the doors open Lift the seat bottom to keep the battery compartment open to the air Watering Flooded batteries need water More importantly watering must be done at the right time and in the rig...

Page 10: ...e voltage and gravi ty checks will not only show the state of charge but also help spot signs of improper maintenance such as undercharging and over watering and possibly even locate a bad or weak bat...

Page 11: ...ly previous to testing Batteries in conditions 1 4 should be taken to a specialist for further evaluation or retired from service Open Circuit Voltage Test For accurate voltage readings batteries must...

Page 12: ...ery terminals with torque of 95 105 lbs in 10 7 11 9 N M Make sure there is nothing else between the battery cable lug and battery terminal post WARNING When working with the battery DO NOT put wrench...

Page 13: ...sh and its wires get hot Big sparks of the brush poor contact between brush and soft wires The brush is noisy The surface of the commutators is not smooth Speed Controller Speed Controller Maintenance...

Page 14: ...ed immediately Dust should be cleaned with low pressure air The electric contactors easily become hot if their mutual contact is not in good condition so special attention should be paid regularly to...

Page 15: ...checks should be performed with the power off Above checks shall be carried out once every 3 months after the power is turned off the wave filter capacitor in the controller unit should continue disch...

Page 16: ...e replaced DC motor only Check if the accelerator pedal works well and if it can be released freely and automatically Chassis and body Check if the brake drum and shoe Check if the hand brake function...

Page 17: ...tled mode to diagnose and eliminate malfunctions During main taining and checking we suggest you first listen then look and feel Below is the diagnoses and maintenance of some common malfunctions 1 Th...

Page 18: ...n F R switch failure Change Controller Failure Change 4 Possible reason and troubleshooting for malfunctions of mechanic system System Malfunction Possible Reason Troubleshooting Transmission system A...

Page 19: ...ock absorber is abnormal Change Front suspension is loose Change Abnormal tire fray Tire pressure is abnormal Inflate Toe in is improper Adjust Drum bearing loose Change U type bolt of leaf spring is...

Page 20: ...e travel Adjust Clearance between brake shoe and drum is too small or releasing spring is disabled Adjust or change Piston of wheel cylinder is ineffective Check or change Piston of master cylinder is...

Page 21: ...21 6 Electrical Diagrams...

Page 22: ...as well as technical description on the ba sis of existing data At the same time JH Global reserves the right to alter the content of this manual and this manual is subject to change without prior not...

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Page 24: ...STAR EV a brand of JH Global Services Inc 378 Neely Ferry Road Simpsonville SC 29680 www starev com...

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