Lunar Caravans ALARIA 2018, Handbook

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PREPARING FOR THE ROAD
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CORRECT ATTACHMENT OF
BREAKAWAY CABLES
Braked Trailers (up to 3500kg GVW)
Where a designated attachment point is
provided on the towbar:
Either:
a) Pass the cable through the attachment
point and clip it back on itself (Fig 1.)
Or:
b) Attach the clip directly to the designated
point (Fig. 2). This alternative must be
specifically permitted by the trailer
manufacturer since the clip may not be
sufficiently strong for use in this way.
Where no designated attachment point
has been provided on the towbar:
Fixed ball - Loop the cable around the neck
of the towball. If you fit the cable like this, use
a single loop only. (See Figs. 3 and 4).
Detachable ball - You must seek guidance
on procedure from the towbar manufacturer
or supplier.
Fig 1
Fig 2
Fig 3
Fig 4
Other means of attachment:
In some instances it may be possible to
attach the cable assembly:
Either:
a) to a permanent part of the towbar
structure, as long as this meets the
approval of the towbar manufacturer/
supplier,
Or:
b) to an accessory sold for the specific
purpose of breakaway cable attachment.
Correct procedure for use:
• Regularly check the cable and clip for
damage. If in doubt, contact your dealer
or your service agent.
• Make sure the cable runs as straight as
possible and goes through a cable guide
underneath the trailer coupling.
• Determine whether or not the towbar has
a designated attachment point (i.e. a part
specifically designated by its
manufacturer for a breakaway cable).