8610... Adjusting brake system: Notes

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Proper adjustment of the brake system is only possible if the brake Bowden cables and all brake system moving parts move freely and are ready for operation.

The wheels must be completely fitted and able to rotate freely. Always adjust both brake sides. The left and right sides are adjusted in the same way.

Pull out overrunning equipment (1) fully in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Overrunning Equipment

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Reversing lever (1) must rest directly on innerlying tow tube of overrunning brake.

Fig 2: Identifying Overruning Brake Reversing Lever

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Screw brake linkage (1) into nut (2) until distance (3) (nut (2) - end of brake linkage (1)), is 10 - 15mm. Lock brake linkage (1) in position with nut (4).

Check distance (3) and nuts (2, 4) with brake linkage installed.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Linkage With Nuts

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Insert pull rod (1) in brake compensator (2) and screw nut (3) onto pull rod (2).

Tighten nut (3) until pull rod (1) is free of play.

Check pull rod (1) already fitted for zero play.

Fig 4: Identifying Brake Compensator With Pull Rod And Screw

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Hook tension spring (1) to tension spring mount (2).