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Summary of Contents for Dexter Laundry SWAY CONTROL
- Page 1 OPERATION MAINTENANCE SERVICE MANUAL DEXTER SWAY CONTROL (DSC) www.dexteraxle.com...
- Page 2 Introduction Dexter is proud to put control and peace of mind in hauling a trailer or caravan back into your hands with the Dexter Sway Control System. This innovative device automatically stabilizes the sway of a trailer. It works independently of the tow vehicle and automatically applies the trailer or caravan brakes in the event of a sway.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Dexter Sway Control (DSC) Trailer Mounting ......3 DSC Mounting Location ............3 Mounting Hardware .............4 DSC Wiring ................7 Trailer Battery ..............7 Ground Connections ............8 12 Volt Connections ............9 Electric Brake (Blue) Wire Connections ......10 Left and Right Brake Wires ..........11 Wire Connections to Trailer Plug and System Overview ...12 DSC Wiring Harness ............13... -
Page 4: Dexter Sway Control (Dsc) Trailer Mounting
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. CAUTION The Dexter Sway Control should only be installed by a qualified technician. DSC Trailer Mounting DSC Mounting Location Select a location on the trailer to mount the DSC. -
Page 5: Mounting Hardware
Ensure the electric brakes are adjusted and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations in your owner’s manual for proper operation of the sway control module. Mounting Hardware The DSC should be mounted using the mounting flanges which are located on both sides of the unit. Included are four (4) #10 self-tapping screws to mount the DSC to the trailer. - Page 6 Front 5 to 10 feet behind hitch Full Size +12V ball Trailer Battery DSC mounted with the correct Frame side in the Ground UP direction Dexter Sway DSC Center on Control Vertical Frame Surface on Trailer Edge Parallel Centerline with Axle Beams Trailer Centerline White...
- Page 7 Dimensional Information for Locating and Mounting Figure 2...
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Page 8: Dsc Wiring
DSC. Front Full Size +12V Trailer Battery Frame Ground Must Use Dexter Full Size Sway Control Trailer Battery White Left Front Right Front Electric Brake Electric Brake Pink White Left Rear... -
Page 9: Ground Connections
14 gauge wire (min.) in order for the DSC to function properly. Front Full Size +12V Trailer Battery Frame Ground All Grounds White Connected Together Dexter Sway Control White Right Front Left Front Electric Brake Electric Brake White Left Rear Right Rear Electric Brake Electric Brake Rear... -
Page 10: 12 Volt Connections
+12V terminal of the trailer battery. Front Break-Away Switch Full Size +12V Trailer Battery “Hot” Wire + Battery Frame Ground Dexter + 12 Volt Sway Control Connections Right Front Left Front Electric Brake Electric Brake Pink Purple Right Rear Left Rear Electric Brake Electric Brake... -
Page 11: Electric Brake (Blue) Wire Connections
Blue Blue Full Size +12V Brake Trailer Battery Signal Wire Frame Ground Break-Away Switch “Cold” Wire Dexter Sway Control Right Front Left Front Electric Brake Electric Brake Pink Purple Left Rear Right Rear Electric Brake Electric Brake Purple Pink Rear... -
Page 12: Left And Right Brake Wires
DSC from controlling trailer sway. Front Full Size +12V Trailer Battery Frame Ground Purple Wire Left Side Brakes Dexter Sway Control Pink Wire Right Side Brakes Right Front Left Front Electric Brake Electric Brake Left Rear Right Rear... -
Page 13: Wire Connections To Trailer Plug And System Overview
Wiring Diagram BLACK GREEN +12 Volts Running Lights Bumper Pull Trailer 10 gauge 12 gauge Electric Drum Brakes with Dexter Sway Control BROWN Full Size +12V Left Turn - Stop Right Turn - Stop 12 gauge 12 gauge Trailer Battery WHITE... -
Page 14: Dsc Wiring Harness
DSC Wiring Harness The DSC wire harness has five wires requiring electrical connection and one wire for the status LED light. The function of each of these wires is outlined in the table below: Wire Gauge Wires Trailer Wire Function Required Purple Wire Left side electric brake 14 Gage Minimum... - Page 15 Taking shortcuts when connecting any wires on your trailer only increases the likelihood that some part of your electrical system will fail. Make sure your splice connections are durable and sealed against exposure to water and corrosive elements. One loose wire connection can disable your entire trailer brake system.
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Page 16: Functional Test Procedure
Functional Test Procedure Testing the DSC for Correct Wiring CAUTION Before proceeding with the following test procedure, it is important to have the DSC unit powered on with a green status light. Failure to power the DSC before proceeding may result in a permanent failure or malfunction of the unit. - Page 17 8. After the trailer passes the test as shown in Figures 1 and 2 and the brakes are reconnected as normal, verify that the GREEN flickering light is displayed. If it is not, refer to the troubleshooting section to correct the detected fault(s). -16-...
- Page 18 3 RED 4 RED Flashes Flashes Status St a t us Li ght L igh t Module Mod u le St atus St a t us Li ght Li gh t C a bl e Ca bl e LEFT Si de RI GH T S id e Brake Wires Bra ke Wi re s...
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Page 19: The Dsc Status Light Module
The DSC Status Light Module The DSC performs a self-diagnostic test every time it “wakes up” by receiving a signal from a brake controller in the tow vehicle. The light will flash RED and GREEN approximately six times on startup and then go to GREEN. The DSC also continually monitors system parameters during operation. -
Page 20: Status Light And Troubleshooting
Status Light and Troubleshooting Mount the Status Light Module in a location on the front of the trailer where the light is easily seen. Light Action Condition Corrective Action Solid GREEN Normal operation – No action – system ok. pulsing no system faults 1 GREEN flash Module reset to... - Page 21 Brake short Correct the short in left side) left side brake wiring 2 RED flashes Sensor malfunction Service center repair – no sway control required 1 RED flash System malfunction Service center repair required Fast RED flashing Low voltage –...
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Page 22: How The Dsc Works
How the Dexter Sway Control Works 1. The DSC continuously monitors trailer yaw. 2. It has a proprietary algorithm which is used to determine the difference Brake controller Brake controller blue wire. blue wire. between quick steering to avoid a road obstacle (or... -
Page 23: Limited Warranty
Dexter Axle Limited Warranty What Products Are Covered All Dexter Axle Company (“Dexter”) trailer axles, suspensions, and brake control systems manufactured on or after September 1, 2016, excluding Dexter 6000 series Manufactured Housing Axles. Additional exclusions include the following brands: UFP by Dexter, AL-KO (IAC), Titan Brakes and Actuators by Dexter, and BrakeRite by Dexter products, which are covered under separate warranties. - Page 24 axle, or refund the lesser of the original purchase price and the then-current list price of the axle or components. In all cases, a reasonable time period must be allowed for warranty repairs to be completed. Allowance will only be made for installation costs specifically approved by Dexter.
- Page 25 10. Improper torque values and torqueing of wheel nuts. (The proper torqueing procedure and torque values are contained in Dexter’s current publication “Operation Maintenance Service Manual”). 11. Cosmetic finish or corrosion. Limitations 1. In all cases, Dexter reserves the right to fully satisfy its obligations under the Limited Warranties by refunding the lesser of the original purchase price and the then- current list price of the defective axle (or, if the axle has...
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Page 26: Video Gallery
Bearing E/H Actuator E-Z Flex ® Maintenance Installation Suspension E-Z Lube Genuine Brakes Genuine ® System Replacement Parts Leaf Spring Medium Duty Nev-R-Adjust ® Axles Axles Brakes Removable Sway Control Torflex ® Spindle Suspension Axles -25-... - Page 27 Dexter Online Parts Store From magnets and seals to complete brake and hub kits, Dexter offers a complete line of genuine replacement parts for your trailer. Most products are available in-stock and ready to ship within 24 hours direct to you from the factory.
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- Page 29 Genuine Dexter axles and components are available nationwide from our plant locations listed below or through our network of distributors. Check our web site for the distributor nearest you. Dexter Headquarters Dexter Headquarters Plants 12, 13, 39, 61 Plants 12, 13, 39, 61 Plant 25 Plant 25 Plant 24...
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