Operation, Preventive maintenance, Service checks – Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems SMS-9700 ACCESSORY SOLENOID MANIFOL User Manual

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OPERATION

Because these solenoid valves are used for auxiliary
air functions, a pressure protection valve, such as a
Bendix

®

PR-3

valve, must be installed to protect the

air brake system. The solenoids will deliver, exhaust,
or latch air pressure to provide various functions on the
air brake vehicle. See Figure 2 for a typical system
configuration.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Important: Review the Bendix Warranty Policy before
performing any intrusive maintenance procedures. The
warranty may be voided if intrusive maintenance is
performed during the warranty period.

No two vehicles operate under identical conditions; as
a result, maintenance intervals may vary. Experience is
a valuable guide in determining the best maintenance
interval for air brake system components. At a minimum,
the solenoid should be inspected every six (6) months or

1500 operating hours, whichever comes fi rst, for proper
operation. Should the solenoid not meet the elements
of the operational tests noted in this document, further
investigation and service of the valve may be required.

SERVICE CHECKS

These service instructions are a general guideline, and
should be consulted in conjunction with the OEM's service
manual.

ALERT:

When servicing accessory solenoid valves that

control safety critical accessories (i.e., fi fth wheel lock,
king pin release, etc.), ensure that all components of the
redundant / backup system (i.e., two-step release system)
are functioning as intended by the original equipment
manufacturer.

When the in-cab switches are pressed to activate or
deactivate an accessory, the solenoids will promptly
exhaust (NO), apply (NC), or pulse (latching) air pressure to
an auxiliary device. Continuous exhausting of air pressure
should not occur.

FIGURE 2 - TYPICAL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

INTERAXLE

LOCK SWITCH

DIFFERENTIAL

LOCK SWITCH

PTO SWITCH

SUPPLY

RESERVOIR

BENDIX

®

SMS-9700

ACCESSORY

SOLENOID MANIFOLD

SUSPENSION DUMP SWITCH

PRESSURE

PROTECTION

VALVE

TYPICAL

IN-CAB SWITCHES




Sample identifi cation label located on the back of the
solenoid mounting bracket. Each OE manufacturer will
have different labeling requirements.

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