![]() ![]() To ensure the two plugs are not mixed up with one another, we will usually install two different coloured Anderson Plugs. If you intend to head a bit off the beaten track, we would definitely suggest installing an Anderson plug for your ESC. ![]() ![]() Anderson plugs are usually are a bit more secure than your standard trailer plug, so we recommended them when a stronger connection is required. In some cases we also install an Anderson Plug for connecting the Electronic Stability Control (ESC). In the worst cases, trying to run a battery charge feed through your 12 pin plug can lead to pins melting together, destroying the plug and socket in the process. A 12 pin plug can only take up to 6mm wire, which is not suitable for a charge current. The reason for this is that your 12 pin is not designed to handle a charge feed. If you are wanting to run a charge feed through to your caravan batteries, we will always recommend installing an Anderson Plug on your towbar for this purpose. Red Anderson plug: Direct 12v supply suit ESC Operations.Grey Anderson plug: Isolated Charge feed from vehicle start battery.Remote monitors can be purchased separately to suit most existing brake-away systems.In most cases we will also install an Anderson plug or two depending on the vehicle and caravan. The monitor is installed near the driver and gives a visual and auditory warning if the battery has low charge, ensuring the system will work if the caravan or trailer separate. Many people still believe they are a good idea to have and most caravan manufacturers would recommend having one. Now the remote monitor is only a recommendation by Transport NSW. Previously (2007 -2016) it was mandatory in NSW to have a remote monitor for the Breakaway System. If the vehicle separates from the caravan the pin is pulled from the switch and the breakaway system will be engaged, applying the electric brakes and brake lights. The switch holds a pin on the end of a cable, which is then connected to the tow vehicle. The breakaway switch is mounted to the A frame. The breakaway control unit, which has its own battery, is fitted to the caravan/trailer. ![]() It must be capable of keeping the brakes engaged for at least 15 minutes. A unit is mounted on the trailer and connected to the tow vehicle with a metal cord and in the event of uncoupling in transit, applies the electric brakes to the trailer/caravan. Electric brakes are powered by a brake controller and by law it is required to be fitted within reach of the driver of the tow vehicle.īelow: standard electric coupling, AKS electric coupling, offroad electric couplingĪ breakaway system is a safety device required by law to be fitted to caravan and trailers weighing more than 2000kg and equipped with electric brakes. Most caravans these days have electric brakes fitted as they offer greater control and allow the driver to change the resistance to match the driving conditions. They use the force applied against a slowing tow vehicle through the coupling to apply the brake, the same way pulling the handbrake would.īelow: hydraulic override, mechanical override, offroad override Override brake systems are commonly found on trailers, camper trailers, and older caravans. The GTM is shown on a compliance plate which is usually located on the drawbar.
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