Saskatchewan Air Brake Practice Questions - Saskatchewan Air Brake (Endorsement A) Exam

Why is it critical to use a pushrod stroke measurement table rather than the manufacturer's rated stroke?

Rated stroke is a theoretical number that applies only to hydraulic brakes The regulation stroke limit is the maximum safe operating stroke before braking force decreases significantly, which is shorter than the rated stroke Tables are calculated for winter driving, whereas rated stroke is for summer Safety regulations require checking stroke limits only on trailer axles

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The regulation stroke limit is the maximum safe operating stroke before braking force decreases significantly, which is shorter than the rated stroke

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