BRAKE TIMING LINK REPLACEMENT, HEAD END OR FOOT END
Tools Required:
• 1/2" Socket
• 3/8" Drive Ratchet
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Bungee Cords
• 3/8" Drive Torque Wrench (ft-lb)
Procedure:
1 .
Pump the stretcher all the way up .
2 .
Raise both siderails to the up and latched position .
3 .
Using bungee cords, support the raised base hood .
4 .
Put the base brake/steer pedal in the neutral position .
5 .
Using a 1/2" socket, remove the two flange nuts (one on each side) that secure the timing link assembly to the
casters .
6 .
Using needle nose pliers, remove the rue clip and then clevis pin from the brake rod activator .
7 .
Apply the brakes by moving the brake/steer pedal to the brake position .
8 .
Remove the brake timing link assembly by equally pulling outward on the timing link assembly . Discard the brake
timing link .
9 .
Reverse steps to reinstall . Torque the two flange nuts that secure the timing link assembly to the casters to 80 ±
20 ft-lb .
Note: When installing the new brake timing link assembly be sure to reinstall the bushing which may have fallen off
during the removal of the old brake timing link assembly .
10 . Verify proper operation of the unit before returning it to service .
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Service Information
1089-009-006 REV G
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