Operating Guide
BREAK
BREAKBREAK
BREAKSAFE
SAFESAFE
SAFE
SERIES 6000 AND 6000XP
SERIES 6000 AND 6000XPSERIES 6000 AND 6000XP
SERIES 6000 AND 6000XP
ELECTRIC BRAKE BREAK
ELECTRIC BRAKE BREAKELECTRIC BRAKE BREAK
ELECTRIC BRAKE BREAK-
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-AWAY SYSTEM
AWAY SYSTEMAWAY SYSTEM
AWAY SYSTEM
INTRODUCTION
The Breaksafe Break-Away system is designed to apply the trailer brakes and brake lights if the trailer is accidentally
separated from the tow vehicle. The system has a built in battery that can be charged from the tow vehicle's auxiliary
line or by a battery charger. The easy to operate test button is used to indicate the level of charge in the battery. This
should be checked before the trailer is towed. Please ensure that you select the correct model for your requirements.
Series 6000 to suit 2 and 4 wheel trailer brakes. Series 6000XP to suit 6 wheel trailer brakes.
WARNING
The Breaksafe should be mounted internally but can be mounted externally if necessary although the
Breaksafe is not waterproof and should have a rain and splash cover if it is mounted externally. The
mounted position of the Breaksafe should be determined by the installer in conjunction with the
vehicle owner’s preference. When mounting inside the vehicle, choose a position where air can
circulate around the box. Do not position the box where articles can be stored against it as they may
activate the test button. Please allow room to access the battery for servicing
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BATTERY TEST BUTTON
Use the test button to test the condition of the built-in battery. This should be checked each time the trailer is used.
Disconnect the trailer from the tow vehicle
Depress the button momentarily and check the battery level lights.
The test button will also energise the trailer brakes and brake lights.
GREEN - Battery normal .
RED - Battery low (charge before use).
NO LIGHT - Battery flat, charge before use, check internal fuse or replace battery.
REPLACEMENT BATTERY:12volt 7 amp/hour for 2 & 4 wheel brake. 12 volt 9 amp/hour for 6 wheel brake.
READ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
ALL BREAKSAFE WIRES MUST BE CONNECTED FOR CORRECT OPERATION OF BREAKSAFE
M o u n t B r e a k - A w a y s w it c h h e r e
C a ra v a ns a n d h o r s e f lo a ts
M o u n t b a tt e ry b o x in te r n a lly
T ra ile rs , m ou n t u n it o n s id e . B r ea k s a fe is
n o t w a t er pr o o f . F it r a in a n d s p l a s h c o v e r.
CHARGING
Charging of the Breaksafe battery can be done via the tow vehicle auxiliary line (Breaksafe black wire). The orange
charge light next to the red terminal will illuminate when the Breaksafe battery is connected to 12 volts for charging.
For external charging, we recommend using the Breaksafe Battery Charger Part Number 30016. Alternatively you
can connect a small battery charger (4 amps maximum) to the red and black terminals on the front of the Breaksafe
box. If the charger is working the orange charge light next to the red terminal should illuminate. Some so called
"smart chargers" with a charge and float stage will not work when connected to the Breaksafe charge terminals as they
require direct connection to the battery terminals. Open the breaksafe box and connect the charger directly to the
battery terminals.
A basic battery charger will work fine and should illuminate the orange charge light when connected..
The charging system in the Breaksafe unit is a trickle charge circuit only and it may take several hours for the battery to fully
recharge.
TESTING
Disconnect the trailer plug from the tow vehicle. Pull the Breakaway pin from the breakaway switch attached to
the A frame. The electric brakes and brake lights of the trailer should immediately activate and the battery level
light should illuminate. The brakes will release when the pin is replaced in the switch.
WIRING
BLACK 12 volt tow vehicle auxiliary line
RED Stop light circuit.
WHITE Earth return from trailer brakes.
BLUE Positive supply to trailer brakes.
ORANGE Both wires to Break-Away switch
PURPLE Breaksafe Remote Monitor
A RM6000 REMOTE BATTERY MONITOR
IS REQUIRED FOR REGISTRATION IN NSW