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Begin with the output adjustment. Drive forward on a paved or concrete surface that is
dry and level. At approximately 25 mph, apply the tow vehicle brakes. If trailer braking is
insufficient, adjust the output with the (+) button. If the trailer brakes lockup adjust the
output with the (-) button. Repeat this step until stops are firm, just short of lockup.
Once the output is set, adjust the load (to activate the load adjustment screen, press the
(+) / (-) buttons at the same time). Drive forward to approximately 25 mph and press the
brake pedal. Tow vehicle and trailer should make smooth stops. If the stops seem slow
and more aggressive braking is desired, adjust the load setting to a larger number. If the
stops seem too 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 be desirable.
Note:
If any problems occur during setup, refer the troubleshooting section.
HELPFUL TIPS
The manual control button (right side of the controller) is a tactile button.
The more pressure applied to the button, the more aggressive the trailer brakes
are applied with no effect on the vehicle's brakes. This is useful for gradual
slowing on steep grades or before stops.
Periodic adjustment of the output and sensitivity controls may be necessary to
correct for changing road conditions, trailer loading, brake wear or driver preference.
In some applications, when towing with hazard flashers on, the display
will show the
'Gain'
icon flashing along with the hazard flashers. If the
brake controller is set aggressively, pulsing may be felt in the trailer brakes.
