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- Page 1 Tow‑Pro Elite ® Electric Trailer Brake Controller 12 V or 24 V, 1 to 3 Axles MODEL: EBRH‑ACCV3 ƒ...
- Page 2 The unit can operate electric trailer brakes from either 12 V or 24 V vehicle systems without the need for manual selection or extra components or wiring. The unit can operate Electric/Hydraulic trailer brakes from 24 V vehicle systems when installed with a suitable adapter such as a REDARC EB24A. The Tow‑Pro Elite is ADR compliant when installed ®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 1 WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 2 KIT CONTENTS �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 SPECIFICATIONS ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3.1 Dimensions and Connection �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 INSTALLATION ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4.1 Mounting the Main Unit ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4.2 Wiring the Brake Controller ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4.3 Brake Signal Source �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4.4 Mounting the Remote Head �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������... -
Page 4: Warnings And Safety Instructions
Elite Electric Trailer Brake Controller. ® Do not operate the controller unless you have read and understood this manual and the controller is installed as per these installation instructions. REDARC recommends that the charger be installed by a suitably qualified person. SAFETY MESSAGE CONVENTIONS... - Page 5 8. During the calibration step of the Tow‑Pro Elite, braking of the trailer may be inconsistent. ® REDARC recommends calibrating the Tow‑Pro Elite without a trailer attached. A normal ® drive of a few kilometres will do for this purpose. If calibrating with a trailer attached, then the recommended setting for the Tow‑Pro...
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Page 6: Kit Contents
KIT CONTENTS Main Unit Remote Head Assembly Remote Head Body Remote Head Nut Remote Head Knob Remote Head Bezel Main Unit Wires and Connector 0.5 m (1'7") Remote Head Cable 1m (3'3") 6 | Kit Contents... -
Page 7: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Part Number EBRH‑ACCV3 Operating Voltage 9 V to 32 V Nominal Input System Voltage 12 V 24 V OFF: 0 V OFF: 0 V Brake Input Signal Voltage ON: +12 V nominal ON: +24 V nominal Brake Coil Voltage 12 V Max. -
Page 8: Dimensions And Connection
DIMENSIONS AND CONNECTION 30.0mm (1.18") 10.0mm (0.39") 10.0mm (0.39") Remote Head Connection 100.0mm (3.94") Brake Input 104.0mm (4.09") Output Power (BLUE) (BLACK) Brake Ground/ Lights Earth (RED) (WHITE) 11.5mm (0.45") 19.6mm 20mm (0.77") 31.7mm 14.7mm (0.79") 20.0mm (1.25") (0.58") (Recommended) (0.79") 20.0mm (0.79") -
Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION MOUNTING THE MAIN UNIT The Tow‑Pro Elite should be mounted inside the vehicle cabin using either M4 ( ⁄ ") diameter ® screws or other secure fitting methods at the mounting points provided. It is essential to mount the unit in a location which allows access to the intended remote head location. -
Page 10: Wiring The Brake Controller
For many vehicles, the brake light terminal of the trailer lighting socket provides a suitable connection, however this is not necessarily suitable for all vehicles. Unfortunately REDARC cannot recommend where to make this connection on a specific vehicle's OEM wiring. For further information contact the vehicle manufacturer. - Page 11 4.2.2 WIRING — ELECTRIC BRAKES For 12 V and 24 V vehicle electrical systems, the Tow‑Pro Elite is designed to operate electric ® brakes without the need for any additional converters. 25A Fuse or 30A Circuit Breaker 3.0 mm INPUT (CBK30-EB) To 12V Electric (12 AWG)
- Page 12 4.2.3 WIRING — ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC BRAKES NOTICE: Always refer to the manufacturer’s specifications for your Electric/Hydraulic Braking system prior to installation and usage of the Tow‑Pro Elite. ® 12 V VEHICLE SYSTEMS The Tow‑Pro Elite is designed to operate both Electric trailer brake systems and 12 V ®...
- Page 13 ESC system. To supply a 12 V input to the Electric / Hydraulic or an ESC system, a REDARC EB24A can be used in a 24 V vehicle to provide 12 V Red and Black wires of the Tow‑Pro Elite.
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Page 14: Brake Signal Source
BRAKE SIGNAL SOURCE Brake Light terminal of Trailer Plug For CAN Bus vehicles, REDARC recommend sourcing the brake signal from the brake light wire of the trailer plug as it will capture all braking events that illuminate the vehicle brake lights. -
Page 15: Mounting The Remote Head
4.4.1 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES REDARC offer a range of vehicle specific switch inserts and vehicle specific wiring kits designed to make the installation of the Tow‑Pro Elite easier. - Page 16 4.4.2 MOUNTING THE REMOTE HEAD ON A DASH OR CONSOLE PANEL Ensure that there is enough space behind the mounting location to fit the Tow‑Pro control head and remote head cable before drilling any holes. 1.25 – 3.6 mm (1/16" – 9/64") 10mm (25/64") Gently bend bezel to aid removal of...
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Page 17: Active Calibration
ACTIVE CALIBRATION When the unit is first powered, Active Calibration must first become confident in the vehicle direction of travel. Until this time the LED will flash Blue/Green. During Calibration Once Calibrated Time Time Active Calibration constantly monitors the vehicle’s direction of travel and allows the Tow‑Pro Elite ®... -
Page 18: Operation
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE BRAKING FORCE In both modes the braking level can be adjusted to suit varying trailer loads, braking requirements or user comfort by adjusting the control knob on the remote head. The lower end of the scale (below level 5) should be used as a starting point and adjusted accordingly once braking requirements are established. -
Page 19: Operating Modes
OPERATING MODES Elite offers two modes of operation — Proportional and User Controlled. On the The Tow‑Pro ® first application of power to the black wire, the Tow‑Pro Elite will start‑up in Proportional mode. ® Every time a trailer is connected, the Tow‑Pro Elite will start up in the mode that was last selected ®... - Page 20 5.3.3 CHANGING MODES Changing modes can only be completed with a trailer connected. Ensure the vehicle has come to a complete stop before beginning the mode change process. Changing between modes requires the user to complete the following process: Rotate the knob fully counter‑clockwise. Apply Vehicle Brakes.
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Page 21: Park Brake Feature
PARK BRAKE FEATURE If the Tow‑Pro Elite detects that the vehicle brakes are applied for longer than 3 seconds whilst ® the vehicle is stationary, it will apply the trailer brakes in an intelligent manner to reduce the required braking effort whilst decreasing the risk of rolling forward or backward whilst stopped. If the controller determines the trailer brakes are not required to keep the vehicle stationary, the output will be decreased to Zero. -
Page 22: Al-Ko Iq7 Compatibility
AL‑KO iQ7 COMPATIBILITY When towing trailers that have an AL‑KO iQ7 Electric Hydraulic Actuator installed, you need to enable iQ7 Warnings for full compatibility with the REDARC Tow‑Pro. By default, iQ7 Warnings are disabled. ENABLE/DISABLE iQ7 WARNINGS The vehicle must be stationary before carrying out these steps. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
1 Second There is a fault with the unit connection. Please contact and flashes PURPLE and/or the installation REDARC or visit your local auto‑ twice electrician for further assistance The LED is YELLOW There is a short circuit Check all wiring from the unit to the... - Page 24 BLACK wire Do a Hard Reset** or contact GREEN at any time possibly causing incomplete REDARC for further assistance startup sequence Check that RED wire is connected The LED is flashing to a point that is 0 V when the...
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Page 25: Maintenance And Checks
It is important to have a qualified technician check the function of your trailer system on a periodic basis to ensure that everything is operating correctly. REDARC recommend that you visit a qualified technician before the beginning of each holiday season to ensure that any towing aids or systems are working correctly. -
Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions
Can the remote head cable be extended? No, the remote head cable is not a standard cable and REDARC recommend not to cut and extend the supplied cable. REDARC have a range of non‑standard cable lengths available on our website. -
Page 27: Warranty
YYMM. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice� | Copyright © REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd� All rights reserved� REDARC®, THE POWER OF REDARC®, and Tow-Pro® are trademarks of REDARC Electronics Pty Ltd�... - Page 28 Tech Support 1300 REDARC (1300-733-272) Australia +61 8 8322 4848 New Zealand +64 9 222 1024 UK & Europe +44 (0)20 3930 8109 +1 (704) 247-5150 Canada +1 (604) 260-5512 Mexico +52 (558) 526-2898 redarcelectronics.com INST276-2...
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