Taylor-Dunn B 50, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Brakes Page 3
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.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in serious bodily injury.
Inspecting the Auto-Adjust Brake Mechanism
6. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
7. Using the appropriate procedure, remove the brake
drum.
8. Release the park brake.
9. Back off the auto adjuster star wheel one or two
turns.
10. Reinstall the brake drum and depress the brake
pedal.
11. As the brake pedal is depressed, the auto adjuster
indexes the star wheel adjuster causing a click.
12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Reconnect the main positive and negative at the
batteries.
14. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
15. Test drive the vehicle
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