SIDE CONTROL BRAKE ROD REMOVAL
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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 .
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1089-009-006 REV G
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