Maverick Campers Operations Manual 2021
lead to damage to your camper or van including drained batteries, worn brake pads and even risk fire and complete
write-off. Always leave the pin in the break safe.
CORRECT USE OF THIS FEATURE:
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Loop the lanyard to an eyelet at the rear of the car near the tow ball so that it is securely attached.
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Ensure that the lanyard is free from other cables and not caught on other items near the front of the trailer or
van such as the hand brake or hitch and that there is freedom for the cable to move as your car turns
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Ensure that the lanyard does not drag on the ground or has the ability to drag on the ground during driving
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Before driving check that the pin is firmly in the Break Safe – The pin will only go into the Brake Safe in certain
ways so ensure that it is all the way in
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Once driving, if you feel there is resistance in the trailer or van, ensure you pull over and check the steps above
to ensure the Brake Safe is not engaged.
H A N D B R A K E
A device that manually applies the brakes on your van or trailer to stop it rolling. The hand brake works in the same way
as your car hand brake. The higher you lift the hand brake, the greater the pressure applied to the brakes and the
stronger the brakes will hold the trailer or van in position.
To release the hand brake, press the button at the end of the hand brake and slightly lift up to release the lock and then
slow lower to disengage the brakes.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If you do not lower the hand brake slowly you may run the risk that the trailer or van begins to move which if not
prevented could lead to the van or trailer running away from you. This particularly the case on uneven surface with a
heavy trailer or van.
You should avoid releasing the hand brake until you are hitched to your car or you have wheel chocks in place to avoid
the van or trailer rolling away uncontrollably.
