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26-Sep-2021 Patrick Goossens

Unlocking the brakewheel

After all the checks the miller removes an extra chain that is going through the brakewheel. In case the windmill is not used, this extra chain provides more safety regarding the unwanted turning of the sails because they can start a fire by friction if the brake is on and the wind is so strong that the brake can't hold the wheel.
Previous image shows the checking of the brakesystem


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