VER-MAC PCMS Series - Brakes and Breakaway System Periodic Maintenance

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24 PCMS Operations, Safety & Maintenance V3.0 Ver-Mac 2018
7.7 Brakes and Breakaway System Periodic Maintenance
Item
Function Required
Before
Each Use
3
Months
12 Months
Brakes (all systems)
Brakes
Rotate and listen to the wheel to check for
wear, damage or corrosion
Test that brakes are operational
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Adjust brakes
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Brake Lines
Inspect for cracks, leaks, kinks
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Electric Brakes
Brakes
Carry out full maintenance procedure.
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Trailer Brake
Inspect wiring for bare spots, fraying, etc
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Hydraulic Brakes
Brakes
Carry out full maintenance procedure
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Surge Brake
Actuator
Check fluid level
Fill to with DOT 3 braking fluids, if low
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Bleed brakes if necessary
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Field test according to manufacturer’s
instructions
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Breakaway System
Breakaway
System
Check battery charge and safety switch
operation
Synchronize
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Breakaway
Cable
Inspect for rust, fraying
Replace as necessary
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Safety Chains
(2)
Make sure that the hooks are whole, not
bent or rusted
Lubricate lightly with grease
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