Taylor-Dunn B0-T48-48 Taylor Truck T48, Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Brakes
Page 3
INSPECT THE PARKING
BRAKE
NOTE: The parking brake is actuated through a pin
in the center of the rear left and right brake
body on the rear axles.
6. Release the park brake.
7. Inspect the brake pads. Refer to Inspect the
Service Brake section to inspect the brake pads.
8. Inspect the
park brake pin
and bushing
for any signs
of damage or
corrosion.
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. Confirm the electric park brake is set.
4. Place blocks under the front wheels to
prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and
negative cables at the batteries.
NOTE: The park brake pin is inside of the brake body.
Refer to Repair the Brake Body for
information on removing the park brake pin.
9. Inspect all brake cables and linkages for any signs
of damage, wear, or missing cotter pins.
10. Inspect the brake handle locking mechanism for
any signs of damage.
NOTE: Refer to Adjust the Parking Brake section
for information regarding adjusting the
parking brake.
Two or Four Wheel Hydraulic Disc Brakes
The hydraulic disc brake system is automatically
adjusted. A low brake pedal or lack of braking power
could be caused by:
•
Brake fluid level low in the master cylinder. See
Check the Master Cylinder Fluid
section.
•
Air in the brake lines. See
Bleed the Brakes
section.
•
Worn brake pads. See
Inspect the Service Brake
section.
•
Worn brake rotor. See
Inspect the Service Brake
section.
•
Binding brake pedal linkage.
If you are experiencing a low brake pedal or lack of
braking power, the entire brake system should be
inspected.
ADJUST THE SERVICE
BRAKES