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Breakaway Switch
The breakaway switch is a safety part of your trailer’s electric brake
system. The very instant a breakaway occurs, the pull pin which is
linked to the tow vehicle is pulled from the switch. The two contacts
automatically close to complete the electrical circuit and apply the
trailer brakes. This system will apply the brakes of the trailer should
it break away from the tow vehicle. A 12-volt battery installed on the
coach is required to power the breakaway switch.
NEVER
use this breakaway switch and trailer brake system as a
parking brake. There would be a high amp draw on battery and
converter, potentially causing damaged wiring, connectors, and
breakaway switch plus unnecessary energy draw.
See Chapter Seven - Mechanical Maintenance, for additional
information concerning axles, brakes and bearings.
Fire Extinguisher
A fire extinguisher is installed in each vehicle and is located near the
entrance door in the recreational vehicle. Be familiar with its
location and operating instructions as printed on the extinguisher.
Inspect your fire extinguisher at least two times per year or more
often, as instructed on the extinguisher.
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SAFETY BREAK-AWAY SWITCH
WILL NOT OPERATE
Unless connected to a power source
equivalent to or greater than an auto
-motive type 12 volt, 12 amp hour
wet-cell battery.
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