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WARNING
EWB02572
Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-
ed brakes could lead to a loss in braking ability
and an accident.
EBU34512
Checking the front and rear brake
shoes
The front and rear brake shoes must be checked
for wear at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart. Without disassembling the
brake, this can be performed by checking the po-
sition of the brake lever free play adjusting bolts or
nut.
Front brakes
To check front brake shoe wear, check the posi-
tion of the adjusting bolts. If a bolt extends more
than 12 mm (0.47 in) from its locknut, the brake
shoes need to be replaced.
Rear brake
To check rear brake shoe wear, check the position
of the adjusting nut. If the nut is more than 18 mm
(0.71 in) from the end of the bolt, the brake shoes
need to be replaced.
1. Upper adjusting bolt
2. Lower adjusting bolt
3. No more than 12 mm (0.47 in)
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