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Handbrake
The handbrake is operated mechanically by means of a cable. The cable attaches to the backing
plate and when the handbrake is applied the cable creates a force on the primary and secondary
brake shoe. This causes them to spread until they make contact with the brake drum surface.
The cable adjuster needs to provide enough tension that the handbrake is 1/3 raised when the
camper is unloaded. Once the camper is loaded, test and adjust if necessary. Insufficiently adjusted
handbrake will still allow the camper to move when the handbrake is fully raised.
It is very important to always use wheel chocks and levelling ramps, do not rely solely on the
handbrake even if on a level surface.
To adjust the handbrake, there is an adjuster attached to the cable at the drawbar. To tighten the
handbrake, loosen off the nut and turn the adjuster wheel in a clockwise direction. Ensure that the
nut is re-tightened after the adjustment. Overtightened handbrakes can cause the brake shoes to
drag on the inside of the drum, causing permanent damage.
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