Describe with schematic sketch working of Vacuum operating clutch mechanism

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Fig:- Vacuum Operated Clutch linkage


-Vacuum operated clutch linkage operated by engine Vacuum created during suction stroke

-It consists of vacuum reservoir tank connected to engine inlet manifold through non return valve.

-Reservoir connected to solenoid valve which operated by battery and switch in the gear lever.

-Control valve attached to vacuum cylinder consist of piston & plunger which further connected to release fork & release bearing as shown in fig

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