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Breakaway System for Caravans (Trailers) – Instructional Video

When a trailer or caravan (or another similar vehicle) is disconnected from its towing vehicle. The TrailSafe Breakaway System for Caravans is meant to automatically engage the electric brakes. This technology uses the trailer’s house battery to activate the trailer’s electric brake system and lights if there is a trailer breakaway issue.

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Aside from providing an indicator of the charge level of the house battery. The Trail Safe also inspects the condition of the draw pin. And determines whether or not the brakes are being used effectively. A multi-coloured LED on the TrailSafe unit indicates the presence of this information. When Bluetooth TrailCheck is enabled for in-car monitoring, this information can also be displayed on the device.

The mechanical pull pin is forcibly removed whenever the towing vehicle loses contact with the trailer. The brakes and brake lights are engaged as soon as the trailer battery is disconnected or until the pin is replaced, whichever comes first. A total of two models are currently available in the TrailSafe series, namely the TrailSafe and the TrailSafe Plus. BMPRO’s SwayControl may be integrated with the TrailSafe+ thanks to an additional cable included with the device.

In-vehicle displays are available with both Bluetooth and cable communication options. No additional battery is required because it runs on the house battery. The trailer tongue performs a full system safety check, including LED status indicators. As well as battery health, this device tests the functionality of pull pins. In the case of a breakaway, this feature activates both the brake lights and the electric brakes.

If disconnected from the towing vehicle, an emergency braking system must be installed on all four wheels and be capable of instantly engaging. A minimum of 15 minutes must elapse between the time the brakes are applied and when they are released. This is required by Australian Design Rule 38/05 for all trailers with a Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) of more than 2000 kilogrammes.

Attach the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ to the right-hand drawbar of the trailer (on the driver’s side), roughly 300mm from the tow ball hitch, and then tighten the straps. Install the drawbar horizontally on the top or side of the drawbar.

Attach to the arm of the trailer with the mounting screw that comes with it or something similar. For the device to be able to swivel in an emergency, only one mounting point is required. If the trailer or caravan vibrates loose for some reason, make sure it is securely fastened.

The draw pinpoints in the direction of the tow vehicle. The other end of the pull pin chord is connected to the towing vehicle when using a D-shackle or similar device. Ideally, the wires should be pointing in a direction other than away from the tow vehicle. If the car and trailer separate, the draw pin will be able to be easily removed.

The TrailSafe and TrailSafe+ have various coloured wires coming from the rear that must be connected for the device to function correctly. An adequately experienced Auto Electrician should complete all wiring on this safety-critical system. Due to the high level of risk involved. If you plan to use the TrailSafe, connect it to the house batteries, trailer brakes, and brake lights before driving.

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If you’re utilising the TrailSafe+ in conjunction with BMPRO’s SwayControl, connect the TrailSafe+ to the house batteries, trailer brakes, and brake lights. Refer to the TrailSafe+ with SwayControl Wiring Diagram for further information.

Before you begin, double-check that the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ pull pin is securely in place.
Connect the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ to your 12V battery and turn it on according to the wiring instructions. In this case, the LED will show a constant flashing PURPLE, indicating that the first calibration stage is now underway. This will last for a maximum of five minutes.

As soon as the first stage is completed, the LED will show a solid PURPLE colour on the screen. When this occurs, pull the safety pin out of the hole. A constant flashing PURPLE light will appear on the LED once more, indicating that the second calibration stage is now taking place. This will last for a maximum of one minute.

If the LED flashes alternately PURPLE and RED, the wiring voltage drop in the black/red wire (+v) and/or the white wire (-v) is greater than 10% of the nominal voltage. Examine the electrical connections and consider increasing the size of the black/red and/or white wires, if necessary.

Once the project is completed, the LED will display a solid PURPLE colour. Place the draw pin back into the hole at this point. After that, the LED will display a status indicator. For more information, see the section on LED Status Indicators.

Depending on how much charge is left in the battery after the TrailSafe has finished calibrating and is ready for operational usage, the LED’s colour will change to indicate how much charge is left.

NOTE: If you want to use the TrailSafe+ in conjunction with BMPRO’s SwayControl, please see the TrailSafe with SwayControl section of the handbook for further information.

The battery is completely depleted.

Even if other LED signalling states are engaged simultaneously, if the battery is completely depleted, the LED would remain illuminated at a steady RED. The fault indications are the only indication states that will not be overridden by the system.

If an in-car monitor is utilised, it must be placed in a location where it is visible to the driver while driving. To learn more about the Wireless Monitor TrailCheck, consult the user handbook.

TrailSafe (or TrailSafe+) should not be serviced or repaired by the user. The user should not dismantle, modify, or repair the TrailSafe (TrailSafe+). Not doing so will void your warranty. If you have any questions about your TrailSafe product, please contact your local BMPRO dealer or visit teambmpro.com for further information.

Check the fuse that was provided on the black/red wire. Verify that the wiring corresponds to the diagram. Make sure that the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ pin slot is free of dirt. Check to see that the house battery is fully charged.

Testing the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ guarantees that the home battery has adequate capacity to operate the brakes. Being for 15 minutes or more in the event of a failure of the trail safety system.

If required, a wired 12VDC battery voltage indicator can be utilised in conjunction with the TrailSafe or (TrailSafe+).

Depending on the situation, a malfunctioning pull pin may cause the brakes to not operate correctly or for as long as needed.

The internal resistance of the house battery can cause the house battery terminal voltage to drop below the minimum. The TrailSafe threshold is if a heavy load is connected to the house battery, such as a refrigerator. This is due to the internal resistance of the house battery. Turn off any auxiliary equipment and re-test.

This is an essential feature of the device. Removing the pin to test the unit can determine whether or not the switch is operational. It also determines whether or not the battery is ready to perform in an emergency.

The battery should be recharged or replaced. The battery voltage is extremely low, deemed flat by most experts. For more information, go to the part of the manual titled LED Status Indicators.

Ensuring you follow the safety precautions is essential. Property damage or personal injury may come from failure to follow these directions correctly. Depending on the circumstances, this damage or injury can even be substantial enough to cause the loss of life.

Execute a trial operation after completing the installation of the TrailSafe or TrailSafe+ to identify any problems with the system. For information on conducting an initial self-test, refer to the Initiation Self-Test section of this manual.

The registration of your BMPRO product is a vital step in ensuring that you obtain the benefits to which you are entitled. Please go to teambmpro.com to complete the online registration form for your new product as soon as possible.

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