Air Brakes Sample Clauses
Air Brakes. (1) Vehicles having full air brake systems shall be equipped with:
(a) A safety valve to protect the air system against excessive air pressure build-up;
(b) An illuminated air gauge in the instrument panel to register the air system pressure, with an audible and visual low pressure indicator to warn the operator when air pressure falls below 60 pounds per square inch; and
(c) A warning light to alert the driver that the parking brake is applied.
(2) Vehicles having full air brake systems shall be equipped with a check valve located between the source of air supply and reservoir.
(3) Brake lines shall be:
(a) Protected from excessive heat and vibration; and
(b) Installed to prevent chafing, rubbing, or stretching.
(4) Minimum brake lining size shall be 16.5 by 6 inches rear and 15 by 3.5 inches front.
(5) A fail-safe emergency brake system shall have a spring actuated chamber attached to rear brakes and shall automatically apply rear brakes upon loss of air.
(6) A brake system shall be of sufficient capacity for at least three brake applications and release after an engine stall.
(7) A manual control shall be installed in the driver's compartment, located so as not in reach of pupils to be readily available to the driver for emergency stopping or parking.
(8) If a treadle type is supplied, the treadle shall be either rubber covered or of a nonslip design and mounted directly on a valve. Treadle combination valves, involving linkages between valve body and pedal, are not permitted.
(9) Air lines, wires, etc., are to be supported or enclosed within the driver's compartment to protect against abnormal wear or damage.
(10) Rear air xxxxxxxx are to be mounted in front of the rear axle.
(11) The system shall be equipped with an automatic, electrically heated drain system, with either an automatic drain valve or air dryer.
(12) The control of the emergency stopping system shall be designed and constructed to prevent release of brakes by the driver unless energy is available for reapplication.
Air Brakes. Learning Environment Hours Classroom In-Yard In-Cab Total Off-Road Driving On-Road Driving
Air Brakes. 10.1 Operate air brake equipped vehicles safely and in compliance with the applicable regulations.
10.2 Conduct pre-trip and enroute air brake inspections and identify any minor or major defects.
10.3 Check and adjust air brake pushrod travel.
1. Overview of the Trucking Industry 3 - - - 3
2. Vehicle Components and Systems 3.5 2 - - 5.5
3. Driving Techniques 6 - - 40 46 4. Professional Driving Habits 4 - - 10 14 5. Off-Road Tasks & Maneuvers Backing 2 - 12 - 14 25 Chain up 1 2 - - 3
Air Brakes. (2) Testing. Capacity of
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