Wesley BC-6200-8SA - Manual (Page 23)

23 Owner’s Manual and Service Guide – BCG Series
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Rear Axle: Check fluid level in the rear axle per the
recommended maintenance schedule. The rear axle is
provided with a fluid level check/fill plug (Figure 23) located
at the bottom of the differential. With the vehicle on level
ground, clean the area around the check/fill plug and remove
plug. The correct fluid level is just below the bottom of the
threaded hole. If fluid levels are low, add as required until it
starts to seep from the hole. Replace the check/fill plug.
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To replace the fluid, lift the vehicle per the lifting procedures.
Remove the rear axle cover and drain out the fluid into a
container. Clean cover mating surfaces as required with
proper scraping tool. Ensure cover lip is not bent. Apply thin
bead of RTV sealant and torque cover bolts 16-24 lb-ft.
Add 10-14 oz. 80W-90 Hypoid gear oil through the check/fill
plug hole or until fluid just starts to seep from the hole. When
draining the oil, remove drain plug (figure 23) and empty into
a pan.
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REGENERATIVE BRAKING
Normal braking uses the regenerative braking which is
activated by the release of the Accelerator Pedal. (The
amount of regenerative braking or deceleration can be
adjusted within the Curtis Motor Controller. See instructions
on Page 29).
STANDARD MECHANICAL DRUM B RAKES
The vehicle comes equipped with twin mechanical drum
brakes. These rear brakes work with the regenerative
braking to increase stopping capability and are also used as
the parking brake. Service mechanical brakes per the
recommended maintenance schedule. Adjustments are
made by turning the connecting rod with a wrench.
T IRES AND W HEELS
The BCG series has an 8,000 lb tow capacity. The transaxle
has a five bolt pattern for the wheels.
The following tire options are offered with the BCG series
vehicle:
1) Solid tires (black)
2) Solid non-marking tires (off-white)
3) Soft solid tires
Solid tires are solid rubber compound mounted on a two
piece rim. They eliminate the possibility of flat spots and the
maintenance associated with pneumatic tires but because
they are solid, they do not provide as smooth a ride as
pneumatic tires. Solid non-marking tires operate in the same
manner but are made of a rubber compound that prevents
black marks on floors.
Soft Solid tires are a rubber wheel which has molded
recesses in the tire that create a smoother ride similar to a
pneumatic tire.
Fill Plug