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PALLETIZED LOAD SYSTEM TRAILER (PLST) M1076 A1

TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD MANUAL

OCTOBER 2012

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ADJUST - Continued

5.

Measure distance between center of large clevis pin (Figure 2, Item 2) and bottom of brake chamber (Figure

2, Item 1), (measurement A) with brake in released position. Record measurement.

A

2

1

Figure 2.

Adjust Brakes.

NOTE

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The free stroke sets the clearance between the linings and brake drum.

•

If, when checking free stroke as part of Preventive Maintenance, the free stroke is

not within specifications, refer to Brake System Troubleshooting to correct the

problem prior to proceeding.

•

The difference between measurement B and measurement A is the free stroke. Free

stroke must be between 0.62 to 0.75 in. (15.87-19.05 mm).

6.

Using a pry bar, move slack adjuster (Figure 3, Item 3) so that linings (Figure 3, Item 2) are against drum

(Figure 3, Item 1). Measure the distance from center of large clevis (Figure 2, Item 2) to bottom of brake

chamber (Figure 2, Item 1) again, (measurement B).

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