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TROUBLESHOOTING

ELECTRICAL BRAKING TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

CAUSES:

REMEDIES

Surging Brakes

Faulty Controller

Test & Correct

Grease or Oil on

Magnets or Lining

Clean or replace

Out -Of-Round or

Cracked Brake Drums

Machine or Replace

Dragging Brakes

Over-adjustment

Readjust

Out -Of-Round or

Cracked Brake Drums

Machine or Replace

Incorrect Brake

Components

Replace

Loose, Bent, or Broken

Brake Components

Replace Components

Faulty Breakaway

Switch

Repair or Replace

Loose Wheel

Bearing Adjustment

Adjust

Bent Spindle

Replace Axle

12-5

Summary of Contents for GOOSENECK LIVESTOCK TRAILER

Page 1: ...GOOSENECK LIVESTOCK TRAILER OWNER S MANUAL SEE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM ON LAST PAGE 1 800 634 3036 9339 BRIGHTON RD HENDERSON COLORADO 80640 8229 REV A 6 16 16 79 79 0502...

Page 2: ...pages If you have any questions regarding thisGooseneck Livestock Trailer contact a Merritt dealer Merritt dealers have the knowledge and the facilities to provide you with the best service possible W...

Page 3: ...ates 4 3 Tires 4 3 Wheel Rims 4 3 Door Locks 4 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Basic Wiring Diagram 11 1 Breakaway Battery Charger 11 2 12 Volt Sealed Lead Acid Battery 11 3 Electrical Connector Wiring Diagram 11...

Page 4: ...gpin and axles with the load uniformly distributed throughout the cargo The maximum load indicated on the identification plate may not be legal on the highway you plan to use States have differing law...

Page 5: ...asible considering the requirements for loading space and adequate tire clearance This means that the major factor affecting operational stability are the knowledge and skill of the driver The predomi...

Page 6: ...servative manner when cornering Braking and Acceleration either braking or accelerating while cornering can significantly 7 reduce the stability of the vehicle and should be avoided The best driving p...

Page 7: ...e including brake condition and proper adjustment and be satisfied that the vehicle is in safe operating condition See 49 CFR Parts 383 and 396 SAFETY CHAINS COUPLER ATTACHMENT After hook up check for...

Page 8: ...an and positive contact between electrical connectors Be sure the plug on the light cable and trailer connectors are free of corrosion Inspect all wiring to see it is not frayed SIDE STRUCTURE Check t...

Page 9: ...nuts will result in equipment damage and could result in injury or death if wheel comes off Insufficient mounting torque can cause wheel shimmy resulting in damage to parts and extreme tire wear Exces...

Page 10: ...chronization of tow vehicle to trailer braking can only be accomplished by road testing Follow the instructions found in the manufacturer s supplement for correct synchronization procedures OPERATION...

Page 11: ...fig 1 must line up in the center of catch on the slam lock fig 2 Decide if top latch or bottom latch is out of adjustment Loosen up the bolts on the hinges fig 3 4 5 and tilt gate to the right to adju...

Page 12: ...eners are in place If any are missing or loose they should be replaced immediately WHEEL BEARINGS GATE AND RAMP HINGES Wheel bearings and cups should be inspected for corrosion or wear every 12 months...

Page 13: ...e bearings and cups should be inspected and or lubricated every 12 months or 12 000 miles Please refer to the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual for additional details The 10K Torflex ax...

Page 14: ...n trailers with electric brakes also inspect the inner surface of the brake drum that contacts the brake magnet If the surface is scored or worn unevenly it should be refaced by removing not more than...

Page 15: ...he pressure of the linings against the drum make the wheel difficult to turn 4 Then rotate the star wheel in the opposite direction until the wheel turns freely with a lining drag 5 Replace the adjust...

Page 16: ...the best method to assure that the proper amount of torque is being applied to a fastener Be sure to use only the fasteners matched to the cone angle of your wheel usually 60 or 90 degrees The proper...

Page 17: ...r tires This information presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety including information on the following topics Basic tire maintenance Uniform Tire Quality Grading System Fundamental character...

Page 18: ...utside temperature Rather a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours When you drive your tires get warmer causing the air pressure within them to increase Therefore to get...

Page 19: ...e of your tires and prevents your car from veering to the right or left when driving on a straight level road These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technic...

Page 20: ...149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with amaximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR U S DOT Tire Identification Number This begi...

Page 21: ...inflated properly and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat build up and possible tire failure From highest to lowest...

Page 22: ...94 251 15 15000 21000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 19 19000 25000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 15 15000 21000 32 x 7 384 84 224 19 19000 25000 32 x 7 384 84 224 16 16000 22000 32 x 7 384 84 224 15 15000 21000 30 x 8 3...

Page 23: ...25000 32 x 8 384 94 251 13 14300 21000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 17 18700 25000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 13 14300 21000 32 x 7 384 84 224 17 18700 25000 32 x 7 384 84 224 14 15400 22000 32 x 7 384 84 224 13 143...

Page 24: ...25000 32 x 8 384 94 251 12 14400 21000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 16 19200 25000 32 x 7 6 384 88 235 12 14400 21000 32 x 7 384 84 224 16 19200 25000 32 x 7 384 84 224 13 15600 22000 32 x 7 384 84 224 12 144...

Page 25: ...SAFETY SAFETY The following section contains the decals used on your Merritt Gooseneck trailer Replace damaged or missing decals promptly 10 1...

Page 26: ...SAFETY 10 2...

Page 27: ...ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11 1 BASIC WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 28: ...ion of battery prior to installation and prior to each trip 2 Improper installation of the breakaway battery will destroy the brake control The negative terminal must attach to ground and positive ter...

Page 29: ...3 Avoid exposing batteries to heat Service life is shortened considerably at ambient above 30 deg C 86 deg F 4 Due to the characteristics of this battery after six to nine months of storage the batte...

Page 30: ...pinches bare or corroded wires Dim Lights 1 Check for power at the front receptacle Make sure plug is fully plugged in 2 Check all grounds Make sure you have clean grounds 3 Check for corrosion Corro...

Page 31: ...resolve the problem please contact your nearest repair facility for professional assistance Refer to the following troubleshooting guide to help determine the causes and solutions for common problems...

Page 32: ...rooved Brake Drums Machine or Replace Improper Synchronization Correct Under adjustment Adjust Brakes Glazed Linings Reburnish or Replace Overloaded Trailer Correct Locking Brakes Under adjustment Adj...

Page 33: ...Magnets or Linings Clean or Replace Find and Repair Broken Wires Find and Repair Bad Connection Harsh Brakes Under adjustment Adjust Improper Synchronization Correct Faulty Controller Test Correct Te...

Page 34: ...r replace Out Of Round or Cracked Brake Drums Machine or Replace Dragging Brakes Over adjustment Readjust Out Of Round or Cracked Brake Drums Machine or Replace Incorrect Brake Components Replace Loos...

Page 35: ...ation and if it finds that a safety defect exist in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you and your deale...

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