Oliver Legacy Elite II2017 Owner's Manual page 121

Testing Your Breakaway System
Step 1. Unplug the trailer connector from the tow vehicle.
Step 2. Pull the pin straight out of the breakaway switch. This will require approximately 40 pounds of
pull to remove the pin.
Step 3. Attempt to pull the trailer with the tow vehicle. The trailer wheels will rotate a little, to apply the
brakes. The brakes should then be set hard enough to not allow the trailer to roll freely. If the trailer
rolls freely, service breakaway system or trailer brakes and retest.
Step 4. Reinsert the pin into the breakaway switch and reconnect the trailer plug to the tow vehicle.
NOTE: The lack of heavy brake application could be due to the brakes being out of adjustment, low
breakaway battery voltage or a heavily loaded trailer.
WARNING
The following information is from Fastway Zip Trailer Breakaway Cable and Switch manual.
1. Loose or corroded connections may cause brake failure. Solder all wire connections.
2. Low or dead battery may cause brake failure. Battery should be checked for adequate charge before
each trip. Do not use safety brake system as a parking brake. When parked, secure trailer with wheel
chocks.
3. Fatigue and wear may cause shorts or open circuits resulting in brake failure. Test safety brake
system for proper operation before each trip.
4. Obstructions may restrict breakaway pin from being pulled in an emergency. Install switch and
couple cable in a location that allows pin to be freely pulled. Do not feed or loop cable through safety
chain(s).
5. Rigid switch attachment may restrict breakaway pin from being pulled in an emergency. Do not
overtighten installation bolt.
6. Safety chain or hitch ball failure may be cause of trailer separation. Attach breakaway cable directly
to tow vehicle. Do not attach to safety chains, hitch ball, or ball mount.
7. Frayed or damaged cable may result in brake failure. Inspect cable before each trip and replace as
needed.