Stryker 1089 - Side Control Brake Rod Removal

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Service Information
SIDE CONTROL BRAKE ROD REMOVAL
Tools Required:
• 1/2” Socket
• 3/8” Drive Ratchet
• 3/8” Drive Torque Wrench (ft-lb)
• Hammer
• 7/32” Punch
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Bungee Cords (or equivalent)
Procedure:
1. Place the brake/steer pedal in the neutral position.
2. Raise the litter to its highest height.
3. Use bungee cords to lift and support the base hood.
4. Using needle nose pliers, remove the rue ring cotter and clevis pin that connect the rod end link to the side control
link.
5. Using a 1/2” socket and 3/8” drive ratchet, remove the four bolts that hold the brake rod assembly to the base
frame and remove the entire assembly.
6. Using a hammer and 7/32” punch, drive the slotted spring pin out of the butterfly “V” pedal on the patient left side
and remove the pedal.
7. Using a hammer and 7/32” punch, drive the groove pin out of the hard stop in the center of the shaft support.
8. Using a hammer and 7/32” punch, drive out the slotted spring pin that connects the side control link to the side
control brake rod on the patient right side.
9. Pull on the butterfly “V” pedal on the patient right side to remove the side control brake rod from the base.
10. Reverse steps to reinstall the brake rod. When reinstalling the brake rod assembly, use a 3/8” drive torque wrench
to torque the four bolts to 12-15 ft-lb.
CAUTION
When reinstalling the brake rod assembly to the base frame, do not exceed 15 ft-lb of torque or damage may occur to
the bolts.
11. Verify proper operation before returning the unit to service.