The compressor s startup every time the engine is triggered, and the device loads and unloads air which is pumped in and out of the reservoirs and the other two-cylinder compressors. Additionally, many compressors have their own filtration system, which also must be serviced on a regular basis. Note: drivers cannot control the amount of air that they use when the air brakes are triggered; the amount solely depends on how much has been circulated by the compressor.
In terms of design, reservoirs are pressure-rated tanks that feature special drain valves called draincocks. Maintenance Tip: In order to guarantee that your reservoirs are in top shape, each must be drained entirely at least once a day when in service.
The foot valve, otherwise known as the treadle or the brake pedal , is the tool that determines the volume of air pressure used. In this case, the volume is determined by how hard the operator presses their foot on the foot valve. When the compressed air is released through the brake system, it takes time for it to be produced again through the compressor function described above.
That said, if too much pressure is released in a short period of time, the entire system could fail. Maintenance Tip: Supply your operators with proper training of the air brake system before they are allowed to join your team. If they are not properly educated on brake maintenance i. Brake chambers, otherwise known as brake pots , are the devices that turn the compressed air into mechanical force. It is through this mechanism that the brakes are triggered and the heavy truck or bus is able to safely halt.
Each one of the brake chambers comes equipped with a specific pushrod stroke adjustment limit. The chamber itself is held together by a clamp assembly that is specially made to regulate the compressed air that is released into the chambers. This required maintenance is to guarantee that the pushrod stroke is operating within normal range.
If this maintenance is not performed, the entire air brake system could fail. If the compressor has its own oil supply it has to be checked regularly.
The governor controls when the air compressor will pump air into the air storage tanks. When air tank pressure rises to the "cut-out" level no higher than pounds per square inch, or psi or kPa , the governor stops the compressor from pumping air.
When the tank pressure falls to the "cut-in" pressure no lower than 85 psi or kPa , the governor allows the compressor to start pumping again. Air Dryer: Today, most vehicles that use air brakes are equipped with an air dryer. An air dryer is used to take the moisture out of the air, so that water condensation will not build up in the air storage tanks and cause the brakes to fail, such as when the water freezes in the winter.
Air Storage and Drain Tanks: Air storage tanks are used to hold compressed air. The number and size of air tanks varies among vehicles. The tanks will hold enough air to allow the brakes to be used several times even if the compressor stops working. This is his story. Three teenagers go on a road trip to interview some of the country's leading automotive and diesel technicians. This is their story.
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