Manual Remote Operation (Energize Xpc Only); Optional Remote; Remote Jack - Hayes ENERGIZE III Installation Manual

Manual Remote Operation (ENERGIZE XPC only)

WARNING:
!
• Remote unit must be controlled by vehicle operator only.
• Manual operation via the manual remote may not disengage the
WARNING:
!
• Always keep remote unit clear and away from obstructions to reduce the
• If not using the remote, disconnect the remote from the controller.
• The "manual remote" (optional for the ENERGIZE XPC; see Figure 3) can be connected to the
jack, shown in (Figure 4), located on the side of the controller.
• The further the red manual energize button is depressed, the greater the amount of trailer braking
power.
• The manual remote operation is an independent circuit and overrides the gain wheel adjustment to
allow full braking effort when required.
• The manual remote is used to apply the trailer brakes independently of the tow vehicle brakes or to
override the automatic trailer brakes when more braking is required.
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The manual remote is used in emergency stop situations when more braking may be required than
is available with the gain wheel adjustment or for control of excessive trailer sway.
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The tow vehicle and trailer brake stoplights will be illuminated during the manual remote activation.
OPTIONAL
Manual Remote
ENERGIZE
Remote
Plug
Figure 3 – optional remote
(ENERGIZE XPC ONLY)
TIP:
• Replace supplied telephone handset cord with a longer cord for trouble shooting.
Connect the remote with longer cord and stand beside trailer wheels. Energize the
remote and verify that the brake magnets hum.
• Verify that the vehicle and trailer stoplights come on when the remote is energized.
• Use supplied handset cord while towing the trailer.
Cruise Control on some vehicles.
possibility of undesired trailer brake activation.
Manual
Button
ENERGIZE XPC only
Manual Remote Jack
Figure 4 – remote jack
(ENERGIZE XPC ONLY)