Trailer Break-Away System; Testing The Battery - Meridian SEED EXPRESS Series Operator's Manual

3. The chain must always be kept snug but not
too tight. To check the tightness of the chain:
a. On the slack side of the chain, between
the drive sprocket and rotating sprocket,
push the chain inward.
b. Now pull the chain outward.
c. The distance the chain travels, side-to-
side,shouldbebetween1/8"inchand
1/4".
d. If the travel exceeds this amount,
tighten the chain using the adjustment
mechanism.
4. Remove any dirt or debris on the chain. Dirt
buildup on the roller chain and sprockets will
have an abrasive effect when suspended in
lubrication and can cause premature wear.
5. Check for signs of wear on the inner surfaces
of the roller chain and teeth of the sprockets.
6. Inspectthechainforflexibility,makingcertain
that each and every link joint is free to pivot.
7. The roller chain will stretch and elongate
over the life of the tender. A chain should be
replacedifanyorallofthepitches(distance
fromonepintotheadjoiningpin)exceed
41/64".
8. Check the entire chain for any signs of fatigue
such as cracks, loose pins, or loose bushings.
Also check for corrosion or pitted surfaces.
Replace any damaged chain.
9. Check the sprockets for signs of wear, such
as cracks, thinning of the teeth, hook-shaped
teeth, or wear patterns on the sides of the
teeth. Also check for corrosion or pitted
surfaces. Replace any damaged sprockets.

10.7 TRAILER BREAK-AWAY SYSTEM

10.7.1 Testing the Battery

1. Disconnect the trailer plug from the tow
vehicle; otherwise, you are testing the tow
vehicle's battery.
2. Press the green TEST button on the control
box located inside the frame of the trailer. The
green indicator light should illuminate if the
battery is fully charged. If the yellow or red
indicator lights illuminate, the unit's battery
should be charged before towing the trailer.
IMPORTANT
Ifthebatteryisweakordead(redindicator,even
aftercharging),asindicatedbytheindicatorlight,
the battery must be replaced.
3. Plug the trailer into the tow vehicle. The
yellow"Charging"lightshouldbeON.
4. Test the system by pulling the pin out of the
break-away switch. The battery will activate
thebrakes.(Note: Do not use this kit as a
parkingbrake).Thebatteryshouldbecharged
and tested prior to each trailer outing.
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