BENDIX SD-06-1800 Manuel D’Utilisation

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Bendix
®
 SL-3
 & SL-4
 Stop Light Switch
SD-06-1800
FIGURE 1 - BENDIX
®
 SL-3
 STOP LIGHT SWITCH
FIGURE 2 - BENDIX
® 
SL-4
 STOP LIGHT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The stop light switch is an electro-pneumatic switch and 
operates in conjunction with the brake valve and stop 
lights by completing the electrical circuit when a brake 
application is made.
OPERATION
When a brake application is made, air pressure from 
the brake valve enters the cavity below the diaphragm. 
At approximately 5 psi, the air pressure underneath 
the diaphragm overcomes the force of the spring and 
moves the piston or plunger until the contact points close, 
completing the stop light electrical circuit and lighting the 
stop lights.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Important: Review the Bendix Warranty Policy before 
performing any intrusive maintenance procedures. A 
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 Bendix
®
 SL-3
 and SL-4
 switches should be inspected 
every 6 months or 1500 operating hours, whichever comes 
first, for proper operation and electrical connections. 
Should the SL-3
 or SL-4
 switch not meet the elements 
of the operational tests noted in this document, further 
investigation and service of the valve may be required.
COVER
11
SPRING
CONTACT
13 
PISTON
BODY
14 
O-RING 
DIAPHRAGM
12 
CONTACT 
STRIP
 9 
TERMINAL 
SCREWS
10 
VENT 
PLUG
15 
GASKET
MACHINE 
SCREWS
1
COVER
DIAPHRAGM
BODY
SPRING
CONTACTS
TERMINAL 
SCREWS
PLUNGER
TERMINAL 
CONNECTOR
 5 
WASHER