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9. Maintenance
9.21 Braking System
(1) Brake Arrangement
Oil immersed multi-plate brakes are fitted to the front axle only and are operated hydraulically.
The brake system is charged with mineral oil not conventional brake fluid. A mechanically
applied parking brake is incorporated.
(2) Maintenance
Maintenance on the braking system is limited. The fluid level in the reservoir on the master
cylinder should be checked daily.
The brakes adjust automatically for wear but over a period of time it will be necessary to replace
the friction discs and slave cylinder seals.
Check the pipe work and components for leaks or damage at regular intervals. When
components are replaced it will be necessary to bleed the system.
(a) Access to Master Cylinder
The master cylinder reservoir is located under the floor plate. The cover plate, Fig 9.22 is
unlocked with a removable key.
PROCEDURE
1. Loosen the hose clips either side of the filter.
2. Pull the hoses off the filter; there may be some fuel spillage.
3. Discard the old filter.
4. Reconnect the hoses to the new filter.
5. Tighten the hose clips.
6 Clean up any spilt fuel.
NOTICE
The braking system uses mineral oil not conventional brake fluid. Only use mineral oil to top up
the brake reservoir. Never use conventional brake fluid. Never purge the brake system and refill
with brake fluid as this will damage rubber components in the brake system and may cause brake
failure.
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