Taylor-Dunn B0-T48-48 Taylor Truck T48, Manual

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Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Brakes Page 5
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. If equipped with a hand operated park brake, set the 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.
Master cylinder is located
between the front seats.