However, at the option of the manufacturer, the following test procedure and sequence may be conducted: S7.1, S7.2, S7.3, S7.4, S7.5(b), S7.6, S7.7, S7.5(a), S7.8, S7.9, S7.10, and S7.18. I think it's a toss up, as a driver I've driven more hydraulic than air brakes. If it does, there may be a leak. S7.4.1.2 Brake adjustment - post burnish. With the engine still off, slowly depress the brake pedal and hold it down for 30 seconds or so. (Dual wheels on one side of an axle are considered a single wheel.). Each school bus with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds manufactured after January 12, 1996 and before March 1, 1999 and which is equipped with an antilock brake system may comply with paragraph S5.1.1.2 and S5.5.1 rather than the first effectiveness test, as specified in S5.1.1.1. For an EV that is equipped with both ABS and RBS that is part of the service brake system, the ABS must control the RBS. Reverse Lights - clean, not missing or broken . Air Brakes - They just plain Sound Bad-Ass!! 1 question, Was the hydraulic brakes vacuum boosted or Hydro boosted? Leave an interval of 0.4 mi between the start of brake applications. Make four stops, each from 60 mph by a continuous application of the service brake control. In Florida, anything that has an Air Brake option is so equipped. Words in addition to those required by Standard No. S5.1.4.1 The control force used for the baseline check stops or snubs shall be not less than 10 pounds, nor more than 60 pounds, except that the control force for a vehicle with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or more may be between 10 pounds and 90 pounds. For whatever reason, I feel more in control. S6.7 Ambient temperature. xb````` The letters and background of a separate lamp for an anti-lock system, a regenerative system, or a lamp displaying both an anti-lock and a regenerative system shall be of contrasting colors, one of which is yellow. If instrument repair, replacement, or adjustment is necessary, make not more than 10 additional stops or snubs after such repair, replacement, or adjustment. 4. Its a 34' Freightliner Thomas. S6.4 Transmission selector control. 1. Enhanced content is provided to the user to provide additional context. Bahnhof Stage 1 Clutch Kit Fits GMC C6500 C7500 Topkick 7. S6.2.1 The state of charge of the propulsion batteries is determined in accordance with SAE Recommended Practice J227a (1976) (incorporated by reference, see 571.5). (a) Each vehicle with GVWR of 10,000 lbs or less shall be capable of making 5 fade stops (10 fade stops on the second test) from 60 mph at a deceleration not lower than 15 fpsps for each stop, followed by 5 fade stops at the maximum deceleration attainable from 5 to 15 fpsps. The tractor protection valve information or personal data. (b) For EVs with RBS that is part of the service brake system, the tests in S7.10.1 or S7.10.2 are conducted with the RBS discontinued and all other systems intact. Right Side of School Bus . xref (b) At vehicle speeds above 20 mph, one wheel on any axle or two wheels on any tandem may lock up for any duration. Accelerate immediately to the initial test speed after each snub. Turn off engine and DISARM No Child . Examine the rotor plate thickness. The parking brake tests for any vehicle on different grades, in different directions, and for different loads may be conducted in any order. This chapter cited in 22 Pa. Code 51.92 (relating to school bus operators); and 67 Pa. Code 231.8 (relating to additions or modifications to 49 CFR). They're standard on our buses in everything except type "A" and we don't run a lot of them. (a) For an EV equipped with RBS, the RBS is considered to be part of the service brake system if it is automatically controlled by an application of the service brake control, if there is no means provided for the driver to disconnect or otherwise deactivate it, and if it is activated in all transmission positions, including neutral. S7.7.1.3 With the vehicle held stationary by means of the service brake control, apply the parking brake by a single application of the force specified in (a), (b), or (c) of this paragraph, except that a series of applications to achieve the specified force may be made in the case of a parking brake system design that does not allow the application of the specified force in a single application: (a) In the case of a passenger car or other vehicle with a GVWR of 10,000 lbs. Reservoirs shall have completely separate compartments for each subsystem except that in reservoir systems utilizing a portion of the reservoir for a common supply to two or more subsystems, individual partial compartments shall each have a minimum volume of fluid equal to at least the volume displaced by the master cylinder piston servicing the subsystem, during a full stroke of the piston. This will help keep your car from rolling as well, but should only be used as a last resort. (d) Restore systems to normal at completion of these tests. Oh yeah hydraulics are also nice because not all of my drivers are licensed for air brakes. They feel sooooo much more confident in a heavy vehicle. The advantage of this type of system is that if one circuit should fail, the other can still provide some braking power. Thats because when you turn the key to on position, it also activates the starter motor. Negative for hydraulic brakes- Most brake fluid is hyrdoscopic, which lowers the boiling point of the fluid. 58 0 obj<>stream Keep up with regular maintenance according to your schedule and enjoy safe travels in your school bus! The shoe and lining assembly consists of a steel backing with attached lining material. This warning indicator shall, instead of meeting the requirements of S5.3.2 through S5.3.5, activate (while the vehicle remains capable of meeting the requirements of S5.1.2.2 and the ignition switch is in the on position) a continuous or intermittent audible signal and a flashing warning light, displaying the words STOP-BRAKE FAILURE in block capital letters not less than one-quarter of an inch in height. Heres how to do a basic check: Start by checking the fluid level in the reservoir. After each snub, accelerate at maximum rate to 40 mph and maintain that speed until making the next brake application at a point 1.5 mi from the point of the previous brake application. (b) (For vehicles with brake power units with accumulator type systems.) S7.10 Service brake system - inoperative brake power unit or brake power assist unit test. Repeat S7.4, except make 35 burnish stops or snubs. Immediately after each stop accelerate at maximum rate to 30 mph and maintain that speed until making the next stop. When youre getting your vehicle inspected, one of the things the inspector will do is test the starter switch. S6.15 Selection of compliance options. 6 b. user convenience only and is not intended to alter agency intent Why do buses hiss? 1/1.1 Turn the bus off. S7.4.2 Vehicles with GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds. I'll tell you soon.. 2. Next, firmly apply pressure to the pedal and hold it down for 30 seconds. Repeat S7.5. i stand corrected on my hydro brakes in the new bus.. im told all bluebird internationals are 4 wheel disc.. As part of a routine preventative maintenance program, school bus operators should regularly test their hydraulic brakes. ` PT, bPl ,y\BBK- } 6 11 Check for any leaks at the seals and make sure the pistons are moving freely. 1509 (relating to qualifications . is available with paragraph structure matching the official CFR For vehicles equipped with more than one brake power unit or brake power assist unit, conduct tests of each in turn. One feature is a completely internal adjustment system which is designed to continually keep the brake in proper adjustment. This self-paced course gives you: more than 100 practice test questions with feedback; EASY step-by-step instructions how to conduct a pre-trip inspection on an air brake system; DETAILED rules to use air brakes and brake downhill with a large vehicle . Air brakes are more powerful, and have the spring-applied failsafe that will stop the bus in most brake failure situations. formatting. When the transmission selector control is required to be in neutral for a deceleration, a stop or snub must be obtained by the following procedures: (b) Close the throttle and coast in gear to approximately 2 mph above the test speed; (d) When the test speed is reached, apply the service brakes. HW[sF~eWJe! S7.7.1.6 Check the operation of the parking brake application indicator required by S5.3.1(d). S5.5.2 In the event of any failure (structural or functional) in an antilock or variable proportioning brake system, the vehicle shall be capable of meeting the stopping distance requirements specified in S5.1.2 for service brake system partial failure. Make three stops from 30 mph at 10 fpsps for each stop. If more than one antilock or variable proportioning brake subsystem is provided, disconnect or render one subsystem inoperative and run as above. All was good according to them. The interval from the start of one service brake application to the start of the next shall be either the time necessary to reduce the initial brake temperature to between 230 F. Maximum drive-through speed means the highest possible constant speed at which the vehicle can be driven through 200 feet of a 500-foot radius curve arc without leaving the 12-foot lane. S5.2.2.3 With the parking mechanism engaged and the parking brake not engaged, the parking mechanism shall not disengage or fracture in a manner permitting vehicle movement, when the vehicle is impacted at each end, on a level surface, by a barrier moving at 212 mph. S5.1.3.5 Electric brakes. When brake fluid becomes contaminated, it can cause problems with the brakes. (d) At vehicle speeds of 20 mph or less, any wheel may lock up for any duration. Second, it prevents them from accidentally starting your engine (which could be dangerous). S5.1.5 Water recovery. Background and more details are available in the S7.9.2 Repeat S7.9.1 for each of the other subsystems. Accelerate to 40 mph after each stop and maintain that speed until making the next stop. The third test is a leaks check. This questions appears in the following tests: Colorado Double District Of Columbia Class A Knowledge Test Illinois Passenger RBS failure may also be indicated by a lamp displaying the symbol ABS/RBS.. S7.7.1.2 Drive the vehicle, loaded to GVWR, onto the specified grade with the longitudinal axis of the vehicle in the direction of the slope of the grade, stop the vehicle and hold it stationary by application of the service brake control, and place the transmission in neutral. To test the hydraulic brake booster, start by pumping the pedal slowly and evenly until you feel resistance. Went there for test drive with another tech and connected laptop. It is in keeping with a concern for safety that the four-wheel disc brake system has become the brake of choice for the school bus industry. S7.1 Brake warming. Advanced Member, BJ Henderson Open the window and listen for the air leaks. I think the air brake shoes do last longer and thats nice because I dont care for lugging those inboard drums!! If lining thickness at the thinnest point appears to be 3/16 inch (4.76 mm) or less, the pad must be replaced. Drive for 1.5 mi at 40 mph after the last snub and immediately follow the recovery procedure specified in S7.11.3.2. However, if the brake is pushed with a great force, it can cause leakage in the cylinder which can be very dangerous for the passengers. (a) The service brakes shall be capable of stopping each vehicle with a GVWR of less than 8,000 pounds, and each school bus with a GVWR between 8,000 pounds and 10,000 pounds in four effectiveness tests within the distances and from the speeds specified in S5.1.1.1, S5.1.1.2, S5.1.1.3, and S5.1.1.4. (a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, all indicator lamps shall be activated as a check of lamp function either when the ignition (start) switch is turned to the on (run) position when the engine is not running, or when the ignition (start) switch is in a position between on (run) and start that is designated by the manufacturer as a check position. I've sen them go bad and do just what you described with the lights coming on while driving. Exhaust any residual brake power reserve capability of the disconnected system. S6.2.2 At the beginning of the first effectiveness test specified in S7.3, and at the beginning of each burnishing procedure, each EV's propulsion battery is at the maximum state of charge recommended by the manufacturer, as stated in the vehicle operator's manual or on a label that is permanently attached to the vehicle, or, if the manufacturer has made no recommendation, at a state of charge of not less than 95 percent. pressure to operate the bus. A second thermocouple may be installed at the beginning of the test sequence if the lining wear is expected to reach a point causing the first thermocouple to contact the metal rubbing surface of a drum or rotor. Advanced Member, Thomas Ford 85-16 Press both air brake valves in, red valve first then yellow in second. S5.1.3.2 Brake power assist units. Make four stops in the lightly-loaded weight condition specified in S5.1.7. Turn the key to the on position, do not start the truck. 0 S5.1.5.1 The control force used for the baseline check stops or snubs shall be not less than 10 pounds, nor more than 60 pounds, except that the control force for a vehicle with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or more may be between 10 and 90 pounds. https://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_212311114614&ap=1. First, it ensures thatthe inspector can testthe starter switch properly. (a) Stability and control during braking (vehicles with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds). We dont stop at every drive way or each 10th mile either. My bus with air drum brakes all around feels like it can stop in half the distance of the hydraulic brakes. They last longer and are much more cost effective. No recharging is allowed after start of test. Comments that include personal S-cam brakes, on the other hand, require an external slack adjuster. or less shall be capable of making 10 spike stops from 30 mph, followed by 6 effectiveness (check) stops from 60 mph, at least one of which shall be within a corresponding stopping distance specified in column I of table II. Peak friction coefficient or PFC means the ratio of the maximum value of braking test wheel longitudinal force to the simultaneous vertical force occurring prior to wheel lockup, as the braking torque is progressively increased. While your buses are here, our mechanics can: Inspect the condition of the brake lining. Pressure component means a brake system component that contains the brake system fluid and controls or senses the fluid pressure. Great for long drives. The parking brake test surface is clean, dry, smooth, Portland cement concrete. HWn}W#Xwy76 (Ipj.Z. S3. Friction facing tearout (complete detachment of lining) shall not exceed 10 percent of the lining on any single frictional element. S6.11 Thermocouples. You dont want to get caught taking too long and getting a ticket. Drive 1 mi at 30 mph after the last fade stop, and immediately follow the recovery procedure specified in S7.11.3.1. I couldnt tell exactly on my rears but thought it almost looked drum.. but I guess in 2000 it was not dont that way anymore so I probably have disc on that hydro bus. The wind velocity is zero. While disc brakes don't need adjustment, wheel bearings do. Medium-duty vehicles (buses, straight trucks) can be ordered with either air or hydraulic. If you feel unsafe at any time, move to a different location. (b) If a single common indicator is used, the lamp shall display the word Brake. title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, 7. S7.9.3 Repeat S7.9.1 and S7.9.2 with vehicle at GVWR. A. 3) Here are the types of tests that must be conducted on a typical air brake system: a) The Governor Cut in/Cut out test is to make sure that the governor is applying or cutting off air pressure to the air reservoir tanks as needed. Variable proportioning brake system means a system that automatically adjusts the braking force at the axles to compensate for vehicle static axle loading and/or dynamic weight transfer between axles during deceleration. S5.1.1.3 In the third effectiveness test the vehicle shall be capable of stopping at lightly loaded vehicle weight from 60 mph within the corresponding distance specified in column III of table II. (c) Unlimited wheel lockup is allowed during spike stops (but not spike check stops), partial failure stops, and inoperative brake power or power assist unit stops. Determine whether the brake system indicator lamp is activated when the RBS is disconnected. If everything looks good there, move on to the calipers. 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