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Brakes activated, flashing

Reconnect - Recalibration needed,

unplug and replug trailer connector

Calibrating

Overload -  Output circuit,

trailer brake system fault

Low Volt - Tow vehicle system

Blank display, standby mode,

illuminates when control is activated

Not Connected - Standby mode,

no trailer connected

Connected - Standby mode,

trailer connected

Startup / Calibration screen

Gain - Output adjustment

Load - Sensitivity adjustment

Error - Accelerometer error,

powers brakes using default values

Short - Stoplight wire (red)

shorted to ground

Blank display, does not illuminate when

control is activated, check installation

Disconnect - Flashing, trailer

disconnected, off after 60 seconds

OLED Display

The OLED display shows the output setting when the control is activated. It is used to set 

up and monitor the brake controller and can be used when troubleshooting.

Summary of Contents for ASSURE 51160

Page 1: ...For use with 12 volt negative ground systems only For trailers with two to eight brakes Read follow and save this guide for future reference INSTALLATION MANUAL 51160 ASSURE BRAKE CONTROLLER...

Page 2: ...poor brake performance Disconnect the electrical plug between the trailer and tow vehicle before testing a breakaway switch Failure to disconnect may damage the brake controller Avoid mounting the bra...

Page 3: ...brakes and cruise control Protected against reverse voltage voltage spikes shorts and overloads Controller will take 10 seconds to power up as it scans for a trailer connection It will then stay in s...

Page 4: ...ent 3 Gain output adjustment 4 Pressure sensitive manual control button 5 Quick plug connector 6 Switch for manual control brake activation allows for 100 output 7 Switch for manual control brake ligh...

Page 5: ...or when adjustment is needed for changing road or driving conditions The maximum gain output setting is shown as Gain on the display when a trailer is connected and the brake pedal is pressed or the m...

Page 6: ...via a small switch at the rear of the unit See Set Manual Control Gain Output and Brake Light Switches on page 8 of this instruction manual The brake controller is shipped from the factory with the s...

Page 7: ...onnected Connected Standby mode trailer connected Startup Calibration screen Gain Output adjustment Load Sensitivity adjustment Error Accelerometer error powers brakes using default values Short Stopl...

Page 8: ...the switch down This setting activates the tow vehicle and trailer brake lights when the manual control is actuated Moving the switch up to the OFF position turns off the brake light activation featu...

Page 9: ...20 20 20 20 70 20 Mounting 1 Determine a suitable mounting location A The unit must be mounted securely to a solid surface B The unit must be easily reached by the driver C The area behind mounting lo...

Page 10: ...y terminal from its battery post before beginning the wiring process Most pick ups and utility vehicles are equipped with a plug from the factory that allows quick brake controller installation Check...

Page 11: ...onnected later Using a 10 12 gauge butt connector attach the black wire from the AUX side of the 30 amp circuit breaker to the brake controller s black wire Again using a 10 12 gauge butt connector at...

Page 12: ...even wires see the box shown in wiring diagram Splice the brake controller s red wire to light green wire using a wire tap Using 10 gauge stranded wire and ring terminals connect the BATT side of the...

Page 13: ...icon appears the unit is calibrated and ready for setup Make the following preliminary adjustments with the trailer connected and engine running to ensure proper charge voltage The vehicle must be in...

Page 14: ...oo aggressive adjust the load setting to a smaller number Make several stops at various speeds and adjust load settings until stops are smooth and firm Slight adjustment to the output control may also...

Page 15: ...any other metal surface failure to do so may damage the brake controller Brake Controller Bench Test Setup Connect the quick plug to the Assure to provide accessible wires for bench testing Connect th...

Page 16: ...ust to the maximum setting Accelerometer Testing While keeping the brake controller level connect the red brake input wire of the Assure to the positive terminal of the 12V battery The brake controlle...

Page 17: ...PAGE 17 51160 INS RB 877 287 8634 NEED ASSISTANCE CURTMFG COM BENCH TEST DIAGRAM WARNING Read and follow all warnings and cautions shown on the battery...

Page 18: ...low Check tow vehicle s battery and charging system Display shows Short when manual control is applied Red wire connected to ground side of stoplight switch or is shorted to ground Check brake contro...

Page 19: ...not flashing Mis wired trailer connector Confirm trailer connector terminal positions No trailer brakes pedal or manual Short or overload in trailer brakes Troubleshoot trailer brake circuit per brake...

Page 20: ...51160 INS RB PAGE 20 NOTES PRODUCT REGISTRATION WARRANTY CURT stands behind our products with industry leading warranties To get copies of the product warranties register your purchase or provide feed...

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