Owner`s manual

BRAKE MAINTENANCE 27
BRAKE MAINTENANCE
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NOTE: After a period of 3 months it is recommended you replace the brake fluid by re-bleeding.
Whilst bleeding the brake, ensure the fluid level does not drop. Ensure pad adjustment
is kept within tolerance given. Lack of adjustment will result in calliper piston and bore
wear becoming excessive, and leakage occurring.
3. Ensure the master cylinder lever always has free play. If the brake rod is adjusted in such a way
that no free play exists and the master cylinder lever has pressure on it (preventing the master
cylinder from returning) adjust either your pedal stop or brake rod length.
4. Your brake system should be overhauled every 6 months. The system should be stripped, washed
in water or methylated spirits, new seals fitted and re-bled. Your kart dealer can overhaul your
brake if you are unable. “Don’t wait for a failure – preventative maintenance is much wiser.”
5. Arrow karts are supplied with brake pads developed over many years of extensive testing. Don’t
use substitutes as they could affect your brake disc and result in poor braking performance. The
correct part numbers are BDHL7, BDHL7X or BDHL5.
6. When your kart is new or whenever you fit new brake pads ensure you follow this ‘bedding-in’
procedure. Correct bedding-in improves pad life and braking performance.
Drive kart slowly for 2-3 laps dragging the brake until they are extremely hot and are about to
fade. Now continue driving slowly, without touching the brakes, allowing them to cool.
After this you can drive at race pace.