Front Brake - Craftsman 108.27807 Operator's Manual

Front Brake

WARNING
Once a bottle of brake fluid is opened, use what is necessary and discard the rest.
Do not store or use a partial bottle of fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it
rapidly absorbs moisture from the air. This causes the boiling temperature of the
brake fluid to drop, which can lead to early brake fade and the possibility of serious
injury.
The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc brakes and are activated by the hand
lever. The foot pedal on the right floorboard activates an auxiliary rear brake.
These brakes are self-adjusting and require no adjustment.
The following checks are recommended to keep the brake system in good
operating condition. How often they need checking depends upon the type of
driving that has been done.
• Keep fluid level in the master cylinder reservoirs as described in section 7
"Control and Part Functions". Normal functioning of the cylinder diaphragm is
to extend into the reservoir as fluid level drops. If the fluid level is low and the
diaphragm is not extended, a leak is indicated and the diaphragm should be
replaced. Always fill the reservoir as indicated whenever the cover is loosened
or removed to insure proper diaphragm operation. Use DOT 3 brake fluid.
• Check brake system for fluid leaks.
• Check brake for excessive travel or
spongy feel.
• Check friction pads for wear, damage and
looseness.
• Check security and surface condition of
the discs.
• Pads should be changed when friction
material (A) is worn to 3/64˝ (1mm).
Rear Brake
The left rear brake is a hydraulic disc type brake, which is activated by the same
handlebar lever that activates the front brake system. It is self adjusting and
requires no maintenance other than periodic checks of the pads for wear.
• Pads should be changed when the friction material is worn to 3/64˝ (1mm).
• Inspect the brake disc and pad surface for excessive wear.
Auxiliary Brake System
Your ATV's auxiliary brake system is intended for use as a backup for the main
brake system. Should the main system fail, the right rear brake can be activated by
depressing the foot pedal located on the right side footwell. The hydraulic brake
system will not require adjustment.
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