Air Brakes on Trailer

LX1047097-UN-13AUG08

LX1047098-UN-13AUG08

A - Black (single-line brake, if equipped)

B - Yellow (dual-line brake)

C - Red (dual-line brake, supply)

The air brake is available as dual-line system or as combined single-line and dual-line system. Trailers with single-line brakes may be connected at connection (A). Trailers with dual-line brakes may be connected at connections (B) and (C).

Ensure that the connections are clean before joining the compressed air hoses. Seal the connections with the dust caps whenever the hoses are disconnected.

CAUTION: The single-line trailer brake may be used at speeds up to 25 km/h only.

When travelling with the tractor, keep within the legal speed limit.

IMPORTANT: With a trailer connected, do not drive away unless the air pressure gauge is indicating at least 810 kPa (8.1 bar; 117 psi).

To prevent undue wear on the brakes, observe the following points:

• Make sure that the pressure hoses are connected.
• When driving downhill, select the same gear you would for driving uphill.
• Check the air brake on the trailer regularly to make sure that it is functioning correctly.

CAUTION: When operating with a trailer:

1. Remember to set the manually-operated brake valve on the trailer's air brake system (if equipped) in accordance with the weight of the trailer's load.
2. Drain the water from the compressed air tank every day (see “Service - Daily or Every 10 Hours”)!

NOTE: Loss of pressure may cause the brake to become less effective. Operate the trailer in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.