Breakaway Switch; Hitch Selection; Figure 13. 7-Way Wire Harness/Connector Plug - Tiffin Motorhomes VANLEIGH BEACON Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
The connector plug may build up corrosion with extended use and should be cleaned pe-
riodically to insure good electrical contact. Make sure the connector plug is kept clean and
protected from road elements as you travel.
The wiring of that connector is shown in the accompanying diagram.

BREAKAWAY SWITcH

The breakaway switch is located by the RV pin box. It is a crucial part of the RV braking sys-
tem. If the RV becomes detached from the tow vehicle, the lanyard pulls the pin from the
breakaway switch, which automatically activates the RV brakes.
• While hitching the RV, ALWAYS secure the breakaway switch lanyard to a permanent part
of the tow vehicle.
• Check that your auxiliary battery (customer supplied) is correctly installed, and fully
charged BEFORE travel.

HITcH SELEcTIoN

Hitch selection is important because it affects the towing and handling characteristics of
your RV. There are many kinds of hitches available for various uses and assuring that you
have the correct hitch installed is critical to a safe towing experience.
Ask your dealer about the proper class and type of hitch you need to purchase for your
individual tow vehicle/fifth wheel combination. A fifth wheel requires a hitch designed for
fifth wheels. Before selecting a hitch, you must know your GVWR and pin box rating.
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Figure 13. 7-Way Wire Harness/Connector Plug

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