WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING SYSTEM
(CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)
A weight distributing hitch system provides a
more stable tow vehicle/travel trailer
combination. This system will spread the
weight evenly to distribute it to the tow vehicle
front and rear axles and the trailer axle.
Consult with your RV dealer to familiarize
yourself with the operation and requirements
of the weight distributing hitch system. Be
certain your tow vehicle can carry the hitch
weight.
RV BRAKE SYSTEM
Hydraulic brakes (if so equipped)
Your camping trailer may be equipped with
hydraulic surge brakes. These brakes operate
automatically as the tow vehicle’s brakes are
applied. When the tow vehicle operator begins
to decrease speed and apply the brakes, the
weight of the moving trailer pushes forward
and the coupler moved downward. This
pressure moves the plunger, which in turn
pushes the piston and rubber cup inside the
master cylinder. Brake fluid presses inside of
the wheel cylinder and activates the brake
shoes against the drum.
As designed, the weight of a trailer pushing
forward will activate the surge brake system.
When backing a trailer up hill, the trailer weight
may activate the surge brake system, making
it difficult to continue to reverse.
1. Prior to backing up a slope or through soft
ground, pull the camping trailer forward
slightly to assure that the actuator socket is
in the forward position.
2. Move the lever knob on the side of the
actuator downward from the “towing
position” along the curved slot in the
actuator frame to the “backup position.”
The slot has a notch at the bottom of its
travel. Push the lever down to engage the
locking notch.
3. The camping trailer will now back up. This
lever knob will slide into the correct
position when pulling forward.
It is extremely important to keep the master
cylinder full at all times. An empty cylinder
invites moisture.
Electric brakes (if so equipped)
The electric brakes are designed to work with
the tow vehicle hydraulic brakes. To maintain
proper braking performance, both the trailer
and tow vehicle brakes must be used together.
Separate use of the braking systems will
cause accelerated wear and damage.
When your RV is new, it is impossible to
adjust the brake shoes precisely. It takes
approximately 1,000 miles and/or 50
medium to heavy stops to “burnish” fit or
“seat” the shoes to the brake drum. After
the initial break-in period your brake shoes
must be adjusted accurately for best
performance and increased durability.
Braking system components include:
0 Tow vehicle battery
0 Brake controller
0 Wire harness/connector plug
0 Trailer battery
0 Breakaway switch
Tow vehicle battery
The tow vehicle battery is the primary source
of power for your trailer electric brake
operation. To ensure available power when
needed, keep your tow vehicle battery and
charging system working properly.
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SECTION 6
PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
Failure to maintain the brakes in proper
working condition as specified in the
operator’s manual supplied by the axle
OEM will cause property damage, personal
injury and possibly death. Consult with your
RV dealer for assistance.
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