Drive unit/drive gear – 2000

7.2.5 Brakes, Maintenance

In general the brakes require no maintenance when used in a normal working environment. However, according to the chart for preventive maintenance it is recommended that the brake discs are regularly inspected with regard to wear.

7.2.6 Replacing the brake disc

The brake disc should be replaced when its overall thickness has decreased to 5.5 mm.

•Disconnect the electrical cables routed to the brake.

•Loosen and remove the two securing bolts.

•Loosen the brake disc from the hub and check the wear. Replace the brake disc if the surface shows signs of uneven wear.

•Assemble the brake again.

•Connect the electrical cables.

8- Wheel system - 3000

8.1 Swivel wheel suspension

8.1.1 Components

Table 5: Components, swivel wheel suspension

8.1.2 Lubricating the nipples

The nipples should be greased regularly according to the maintenance schedule. The nipples are located above the swivel wheels and are most easily accessed when the truck is placed on its side.

Wheel system - 3000

Swivel wheel suspension

8.1.3 Adjusting the swivel wheel pressure

Table 6: Adjusting the swivel wheel pressure

Description

1 The swivel wheel pressure should be 40+/-10 kg. To check this, place a 3 mm high flat iron bar under the drive wheel and check that the swivel wheel meets with some degree of resistance when rotated.

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2 If the pressure is incorrect, proceed as follows: Place the truck on its side (see separate chapter on maintenance). Unscrew the nut and the stop screw.

3 Screw the entire holder clockwise for lower drive wheel pressure and counter clockwise for higher drive wheel pressure. Ensure that the holder’s notch lines up with the stop screw.