Taylor-Dunn AMB Ambulance, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Brakes Page 10
CHECK MASTER CYLINDER FLUID
6. Thoroughly clean the area around the master cylinder cap.
7. Remove the master cylinder cap.
8. If the fluid in the master cylinder is contaminated
then the entire brake system must be flushed. Refer
to
Bleed the Brakes for information regarding
flushing the brake system.
9. Fill with brake fluid from a new sealed container to
within 1/4-inch of the top of the master cylinder
chamber and reinstall the cap.
10. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
11. Remove blocks from behind the wheels.
12. Release the parking brake and test drive the vehicle.
Do not ingest brake fluid or allow contact with skin or eyes. Always
wear protective clothing and a face shield when working with or
around brake fluid.
SKIN CONTACT
Flush area immediately with water for several minutes. If a rash or
skin irritation develops, get medical attention immediately.
EYE CONTACT
Immediately flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and call
physician.
INGESTION
Get medical attention immediately.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
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Only use DOT 3 brake fluid from a new sealed container.
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DOT 3 brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paint finishes.
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Dispose of brake fluid in accordance with local state and federal
regulations.
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Read and follow all warnings on the brake fluid container.