Steering and Braking
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Balance wheel axle bolt is worn or damaged. Replace axle bolt.
Damaged balance wheel. Replace balance wheel Balance wheel is loose on
axle bolt or wobbles.
Worn or damaged balance wheel axle bolt. Replace axle bolt.
Worn or damaged balance
wheel tread.
Careless or heavy use; damage from workplace
hazard.
Replace caster and advise customer of
any workplace hazards you discover.
Adjustment
The brakes in both rear casters wear during normal use. This gradually reduces their effectiveness. If you discover ineffective
braking in one or both rear casters, first attempt to adjust the brakes in accordance with this procedure. If this does not restore
normal braking action, you must inspect the brake parts and replace the worn ones as described in the Replacement section of
this manual.
Follow these steps to adjust the brake in either rear caster (see next illustration):
1. Jack malfunctioning caster slightly so that wheel clears floor.
2. Release brakes and verify that caster rotates freely.
3. Remove end cap that covers brake's rolling cam actuator. Set end cap and its mounting screw aside.
Note: Thread locking compound secures the two setscrews described in the following step. Turn these setscrews firmly to
break them loose from the thread-locking compound.
4. Loosen the two setscrews in the brake plunger.
5. Turn brake plunger adjuster until it extends out about an eighth of an inch further from the plunger.
6. Set brakes and check them for proper operation. If necessary, repeat step 5.
7. Secure setscrews when brake operates correctly, and apply thread-locking compound to setscrews to keep them from
loosening.
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Service
Periodic Maintenance
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