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Brake Noise when applying brakes

Hi Guys,

Can you help me please.
Our machine KALMAR DCF 330 -12 encountering unusual noise or sound when we are applying brakes. We already troubleshoot but we cannot find the solution.

Dante
  • Posted 18 Nov 2024 15:06
  • By Dante_Garcia
  • joined 18 Nov'24 - 1 message
  • Papua New Guinea
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Noisy brakes are normally due to the incorrect hydraulic oil being used. If the brakes are squealing then this is the give away that the oil is incorrect.
The recommended oil is a Universal Tractor Transmission Oil as it includes an additive which allows the friction and steel to slip when the brakes are applied
  • Posted 9 Jan 2025 19:57
  • By Shorty1990
  • joined 28 Oct'16 - 2 messages
  • Victoria, Australia

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