Toro Workman GTX, Operator'S Manual

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8. Verify that the parking brake is adjusted to the
proper tension; refer to
Checking the Parking
Brake (page 43) .
Note:
If you cannot adjust the parking brake
to the required tension, the brake pads may
be worn and need to be replace. Contact your
Authorized Toro Service Dealer for assistance.
Checking the Brake-Fluid
Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check the
brake-fluid level before the motor is
first used.
Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3
1. Park the machine on a level surface, engage the
parking brake, shut off the machine, and remove
the key.
2. Raise the hood to gain access to the
master-brake cylinder and reservoir (
Figure 51 ).
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Figure 51
1. Filler neck (reservoir) 3. DOT 3 brake fluid
2. Reservoir cap
3. Look at the outline of the fluid level at the side of
the reservoir (
Figure 52 ).
Note:
The level should be above the Minimum
line.
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Figure 52
1. Brake-fluid reservoir 2. Minimum line
4. If the fluid level is low, perform the following:
A. Clean the area around the reservoir cap
and remove the cap (
Figure 51 ).
B. Add DOT 3 brake fluid to the reservoir until
the fluid level is above the Minimum line
(
Figure 52 ).
Note:
Do not overfill the reservoir with
brake fluid.
C. Install the reservoir cap ( Figure 51 ).
5. Close the hood of the machine.
Inspecting the Brakes
Service Interval: Every 100 hours
Brakes are a critical safety component of the machine.
As with all safety components, they should be closely
inspected at regular intervals to ensure optimum
performance and safety.
•
Inspect the brake shoes for wear or damage. If the
lining (brake pad) thickness is less than 1.6 mm
(1/16 inch), the brake shoes should be replaced.
•
Inspect the backing plate and other components
for signs of excessive wear or deformation. If any
deformation is found, the appropriate components
must be replaced.
•
Check the brake-fluid level; refer to Checking the
Brake-Fluid Level (page 44) .
Replacing the Service and
Parking-Brake Pads
Service Interval: Every 400 hours
Contact your authorized Authorized Toro Service
Dealer to inspect and possibly replace the service and
parking-brake pads.
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