TM 5-4940-200-35
Section III. ELECTRIC BRAKE LOCK
31. General
Note
The electric brake lock is installed in the
Be careful not to allow foreign matter
hydraulic brake system to lock the rear wheels of the
to enter the brake lock. Damage to
truck. It is mounted on the inside of the right frame
the brake lock or hydraulic system
member near the center body bracket and is actuated by
may result.
an electrical switch located on the dash of the truck. The
brake lock maintains enough pressure on the hydraulic
(2) Inspect the brake lock for breaks, cracks,
brake system of the rear wheels to prevent the truck
or other damage and defects.
from moving while the generator-welder is in operation.
(3) Inspect the clamp loop and mounting
screw for damage and defects.
(4) Replace a defective brake lock, mounting
32. Electric Brake Lock
screw, or clamp loop.
a. Removal.
Refer to
figure 12 and remove the
electric brake lock.
c. Installation.
b. Cleaning and Inspection.
(1) Refer to figure 12 and install the electric
brake lock.
(1) Clean the brake lock with a stiff brush to
remove any heavy dirt; then wipe with a
cloth dampened with an approved
cleaning solvent. Dry with a stream of
clean, dry, compressed air.
Figure 12. Electric brake lock, removal and installation.
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