2.1 Reduced Braking Ability
Chapter 2: Troubleshooting Procedures
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TranStar® PC-100/PC-200/PC-300/PC-350/PC-400/PC-450/
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Series Stretcher Service Manual (man115re)
9. When each brake/steer pedal is activated, each hex rod (C) rotates 45° in
either direction from neutral.
Yes
No
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Check the rocker link (F) for proper orientation and check the
setscrew (E) torque of 40 + 8 in-lb (4.6 + 0.9 N·m). Adjust the
rocker link (F) orientation if necessary, and tighten the setscrew
(E) to specification. If this solves the problem, go to “Final
Actions” on page 2-32. Otherwise, continue to step 10.
10. All four caster brake shoes are properly adjusted.
Yes
No
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Adjust the caster brake shoes (refer to procedure 4.31). If this
solves the problem, go to “Final Actions” on page 2-32.
Otherwise, continue to step 11.
11. All four casters lock in the brake position and do not rotate or swivel.
Yes
No
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Replace the defective caster(s) (refer to procedure 4.29) or
(refer to procedure 4.30). If this solves the problem, go to “Final
Actions” on page 2-32. Otherwise, continue to step 12.
12. Another part of the stretcher interferes with the brake/steer mechanism.
Yes
No
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Call Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720.
13. Take appropriate actions to eliminate the interference. This solves the
problem.
Yes
No
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Call Hill-Rom Technical Support at (800) 445-3720.
