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Problem:
The air compressor will not come on after I plug in the BrakeBuddy.
Solution:
Make sure there is power to the 12-volt receptacle and the fuse for the
12-volt plug is functioning. If both are functioning, the red indicator light on
the 12-volt plug will be lit when it is plugged in. To remove the fuse on the
BrakeBuddy's power cord, unscrew the finger nut on the end of the plug.
Replace fuse with a 15 amp fuse.
Problem:
The BrakeBuddy will not apply the brakes in the towed vehicle.
Solution:
Make sure the air pressure is properly adjusted for the weight of the towed
vehicle. Also check the sensitivity setting. Remember, your RV must be
moving at least 15 mph for the BrakeBuddy to activate.
Problem:
The BrakeBuddy applies the brakes too hard in my towed vehicle.
Solution:
Push the AUTO START button before towing to relieve the vacuum in the
towed vehicle's brake booster. Or reduce the air pressure by manually
depressing the ( - ) button.
Problem:
The BrakeBuddy applies the brake as soon as I plug it in.
Solution:
Check that the break-away system is properly connected and the pin is
plugged into the junction box.
Problem:
The compressor pumps up and then keeps on pumping slowly.
Solution:
There may not be enough current to the BrakeBuddy. You may have a weak
battery or you may need a "12-volt Battery Direct Kit" (part number 39305).
At a minimum, a 15-amp 12-volt cigarette lighter or auxiliary power plug is
required to operate the BrakeBuddy.
Problem:
I have to apply the brakes in my motorhome very hard for the Brake
Buddy to come on.
Solution:
Increase the sensitivity of the BrakeBuddy by pressing the sensitivity button.
Problem:
The BrakeBuddy turns my brake lights on even though I am not
applying the brakes in my motorhome.
Solution:
The BrakeBuddy may be too close to the brake pedal thereby activating the
brake lights. See steps 10 & 11 of the installation instructions.
Problem:
The compressor will not start.
Solution:
BrakeBuddy is designed with an automatic shut-off on the compressor when
voltage drops to 9.5 volts.
311-0288-053 Rev. A 11/05
TROUBLESHOOTING
© 2004 Hopkins Manufacturing Corporation
antage
antage
Phone (800) 470-2287
www.brakebuddy.com
Printed in U.S.A
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