Troubleshooting
Q. How do I know RVibrake3 is working?
A.
The Command Center tablet gives you complete, continuous braking information
— a glance at the tablet assures you that RVibrake3 is fully operational.
(
Note
: If the Command Center tablet and hub are not powered on, RVibrake3 will
still continue to work.)
Q. What if I think it’s braking too hard or not hard enough?
A.
Braking force, which is determined by the
Brake Pressure
setting, can be
modified on the fly from the Command Center tablet in your motorhome. No matter
what, RVibrake3 will always respond with full pressure during an emergency stop.
Q. I have to disconnect my battery for towing. Can I power the RVibrake3
with the motorhome from my umbilical cord?
A.
You never want to power your RVibrake3 off of the motorhome. If you have a
breakaway, then the RVibrake3 no longer has power. You need it connected to the
towed battery. If you have to disconnect your battery for towing or your stock 12V
outlet is not sufficient, you'll need to use our 12V Direct to Battery Kit and/or the
Towed Battery Disconnect.
Q. Why do the tires on my tow vehicle squeal on my first 2-3 brakings of the
day?
A.
Most vehicles on the market use engine vacuum (Vacuum assist brakes) to assist
in braking. This means after the engine is turned off, 2-3 brakings of vacuum assist
are stored in master booster and must be depleted by the RVibrake3 in setup. If
you let the engine run during or after installation of the RVibrake3, then the master
boost will store vacuum assist, causing excessive braking for the first brakings of
the day. Always unplug the RVibrake3 any time the engine in the tow vehicle is
running.
Q. Can I set up or change the settings of my RVibrake3 without my tablet?
A.
Yes, should something happen to your Command Center tablet or hub, you can
press and hold the “Auto Position” button for 10 seconds and you will hear an
audio prompt. At this time the BRAKE TYPE and BRAKE PRESSURE can be
changed on RVibrake3. After the selection has been made, press and hold “Auto
Position” button for 3 seconds. Default setting is VACUUM:COMPACT CAR.
Q. What is the micro USB port on RVibrake3 for?
A. This is only for factory use to program units.
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