BPW ECO Tronic EBS Operating And Installation Instructions page 5

Features of ECO Tronic EBS
The core of the ECO Tronic EBS is the EBS Modulator. Its
compact dimensions mean that it can be installed without
diffi culty in all current semi trailers, drawbar trailers (full trailers)
and centre axle drawbar trailers. Its enclosed design ensures
fault-free operation and consists of a corrosion-resistant plastic
module and a weatherproof die-cast aluminium module.
All cable connections of the ECO Tronic EBS are grouped
together on one level for a clear layout, thereby permitting
optimum access. In addition, ease of installation is ensured by
connection designations on the side and the lid of the housing.
The ECO Tronic EBS can be used in a wide range of applications
with its fi ve AUX connections. There is a user-confi gurable
Super AUX connection available as an option which gives
up to three more functions. Furthermore, the housing has an
integrated quick release valve for the parking brake and two
test connections for pressure gauges.
The numerous basic functions provided as standard mean the
ECO Tronic EBS offers greater safety and convenience. This
includes practical features such as stability control, lifting axle
control or steering axle lock which soon pay their way in day-
to-day operations.
1.1. ECO Tronic EBS
Trailer Roll Stability
In the background, there is an electronic safety system for the
trailer which automatically intervenes in critical driving situations
to provide stability. Sensors integrated in the EBS permanently
measure the lateral acceleration of the trailer for this purpose. If a
critical driving situation is reached then the trailer is immediately
braked. As a result, the risk of skidding and tipping over - e.g.
when cornering or due to a shifting load - is reduced to a
minimum thanks to Trailer Roll Stability.
Lifting axle control
Another practical performance feature of EBS is the automatic
function for lifting and lowering a lifting axle depending on the
load and speed. This allows you to benefi t from a signifi cant
convenience feature compared to manual lifting axle operation,
and also reduces your running costs. Using an axle lift reduces
tyre wear when unladen. It goes without saying that the lifting
axle control can be switched over to manual operation on
request at any time, e.g. if the lifting axle is required as a
manoeuvring aid or starting traction control, or when the trailer
needs to be put onto the dynamometer test rig.
Automatic steering axle lock
The basic functions of EBS also include the automatic steering
axle lock. This is activated when reversing and automatically
blocks defl ection of the wheels on the trailer's steering axle.
Automatic service brake activation
In conjunction with an extendable drawbar installation,
automatic actuation of the service brake reduces the gap
between the vehicles, thereby allowing for convenient through-
loading. The ideal solution for greater safety and operating
convenience at the loading ramp.
Safety braking
This EBS function automatically applies the brakes on vehicles
such as tankers when the instrument cabinet is open, therefore
preventing it from moving off. This is a sensible additional feature
because it ensures that lack of attention does not immediately
become a danger.
Paver brake function
This is the perfect EBS function for ensuring the correct distance
between the paver machine and the trailer during road building.
In this case, the paver machine pushes the braked trailer in front
of it, thereby optimising handling and the production process.
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