eTrikeCo ETR100C, Руководство пользователя

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
The disc brake system includes brake fluid/oil and is engaged by squeezing the brake
handles, where the brake fluid/oil reservoir is also located. It can be inspected and
maintained as follows:
a.
Check the brake fluid/oil level in the reservoir. If the level falls below the bottom
score line, add ONLY either DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid/oil until it reaches the
upper score line.
NOTE: A drop in the brake fluid/oil level indicates potential plate friction, brake
disc wear or brake fluid leakage, and further inspection into these potential issues
is needed.
b. If the brake fluid/oil changes color, replace it with new braking fluid/oil.
c. Check the friction plate and brake disc wear condition. When any of the friction
plates is worn down to the marking line of 3mm or 3.5mm, it must be replaced in
pairs. The disc brake thickness and wear limits may differ slightly from eTrike
model to model.
d. If the brake handles is spongy or has little resistance or effectiveness when
squeezed, exhaust the brake system as follows:
i. Remove the main cylinder cover and add brake fluid/oil until the fluid level
reaches the upper score line. Close the cover to prevent debris from
entering.
ii. Use a hose with one end connected to the caliper oil drain screw and the
other end to an appropriate container.
iii. Quickly squeeze and release the left hand brake a few times, and then hold
the hand brake in place on the last squeeze.
iv. While the hand brake is being held in place, loosen the air release screw by
turning it counterclockwise one quarter inch. This will allow any foamed
brake fluid/oil to be released through the hose and into the container.
v. Tighten the air release screw.
vi. Repeat steps 3 through 5 until all of the foaming brake fluid/oil is emptied
and the brake handle is no longer spongy and has proper resistance and
effectiveness.
vii. Tighten the drain screw and disconnect the drain pipe.
viii. Add brake fluid/oil to the main cylinder until it reaches the upper score line.
ix. Close the cover.