9.1.(h): Refer to Chapter 6 and adjust the brake shoe clearance as required.

9.1.(i): Refer to Chapter 8; bed and test the brake as described.

9.2: Removing The Actuator

9.2.(a): Secure against any possibility of an unexpected movement when the actuator is removed.

9.2.(b): Lower the load to the floor and disconnect the load from the bottom block.

9.2.(c): Reset the bottom block on the floor, or on a suitable support. Chock the drum to prevent rotation.

9.2.(d): Disconnect and remove electrical wiring and conduit to the actuator.

9.2.(e): Before attempting to remove the actuator, release the brake. See Chapter 6: “Manually Releasing the Brake”.

Figure 6

Actuator Removal and/or Replacement

COTTER PINS

MANUAL

 

RELEASE

 

LEVER

PIVOT PIN,

 

DRIVE END

 

 

SPACERS

PLAIN

 

WASHERS

 

 

HY-THRUST

 

ACTUATOR

ACTUATOR

COTTER

DATA PLATE

 

PINS

 

PLAIN

WASHERS

 

OPTIONAL TIME

 

DELAY VALVE(S)

 

PIVOT PIN,

 

 

Figure 6:

FIXED END

 

Actuator Removal and/or Replacement

 

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