303ga And Gb Flashcards
Traditional method of control for tracked equipment?
Steering steering clutches and steering brakes
How do you make a turn on flat ground on a traditional tracked machine?
Disengage steering clutch
Why are multi disc clutches used?
Used for slippage
What kind of clutches are steering clutches?
Rotating
What do steering clutches require?
Quick dump
Are brake bands equal braking in both directions ?
Yes, due to brake energization
3 stages of turning with a steering control lever?
Lever not pulled, brakes released
Lever pulled slightly, brakes released steering clutch partially engaged
Lever pulled fully steering clutch released, brake fully applied
What’s an indication of slipping steering clutches ?
Stall speed that is higher than spec in all transmission ranges
2 types of brakes ?
Band
Multi disc
How are clutches applied?
Spring applied hydraulically released
Pros of s hydrostatic drive system?
Drive both tracks in a turn
Infinite speeds
On a powershift and steering motor drive what are the turning characteristics?
Straight line, power comes from transmission only
Gradual turn, split power from transmission and steering motor
Tight turn, all power comes from steering motor
Can hydrostatic drives ever turn on the machines length?
No it will always turn in a little bit longer area
What must you have to perform a steering diameter check?
Flat ground with lots of traction