Reverse-A-Matic™ User Manual
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1. Fuse Automatically Resets 5 Amps O Sensor 40 C 150 C Module 40 C 85 C Storage 40 C 85 fe O Operation Wheel Revolutions Reverse Activation ON 1 16 Rev Beeper Turns OFF After Stopping 5 Seconds Environment Design J1455 Minimum Wheel Speed 0 3 Km h Maximum Wheel Speed 200 Km h WHEEL MONITOR INC warrants that the Reverse A Matic wheel direction sensor system will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase WHEEL MONITOR INC agrees to repair or replace free of charge any Reverse A Matic wheel direction sensor system which fails through defect in material or workmanship within such period If the Customer within the warranty period gives WHEEL MONITOR INC written notice of any alleged defect WHEEL MONITOR INC will at its sole discretion repair or replace the same free of charge Any Reverse A Matic wheel direction sensor system repaired or replaced under the warranty shall have the same warranty as new products but does not extend the warranty of the original system No warranty is made with respect to a failure not reported to WHEEL MONITOR INC within the warranty period b failures or damage due to misapplication lack of proper maintenance abuse improper installation or abnormal conditions of temperature moisture dirt or corrosive matter etc c failures due to operation either intentional or otherwise in an improper man2. Lift Axle Lights Ade __ BLACK GREEN BROWN PINK YELLOW Power Up ONisecond ON ONL ONT Default before moving Default OFF OFF 6 second delay OFF ON 6 second delay OFF ON Stopped 6 Seconds LOCKED OFF ON 9 JON UP _ OFF Forward 3 Feet FREE ON OFF After reversing Forward 100 Feet FREE ON OFF After reversinc E For more than 100 Feet Forward Under 50 KPH FREE ON OFF OFF Down With 4 Way Flashers ON Default OFF OFF Default is the Safety position of the pinlock when no power or air is applied Operation amp Installation Manual Align Tabs to Insert Connector The Steer Axle Will Lock at these Speeds and Distances Based on 40 5 inch tire diameter refer to chart for conversion Speed 30 Meters 57 9 kph Trailer Speed Fr Tee ssh Block Mounting ABS Ring Alingment Reverse Forward Reverse A Matic Sensor Mounting Diagrams Sensor Alignment Outward Sensor Gap 0 6 Meters Distance pau O mimm S Lock Point Unlock Point 6 Second Delay Reverse a Matic Wheel Direction Sensor System 3 Preliminary Copy Jan 12 2006 2006 Wheel Monitor Inc 1 905 641 0024 Reverse A Matic RM60 REVERSE A MATIC RM60 Mounting Instructions The R A M unit and installation kit consists of a sensor block sensor barrel clip mounting screws and a control module The control module must be connected to the sensor The control mod
3. during welding 9 Clamp the block in place for welding NOTE The barrel clip and sensor should not be in the block when welding 10 NOTE Do not connect the ground terminal of the welder to the hub this may cause the welding current to pass through the wheel bearing and damage it Connect the ground terminal to the axle near the work Take special care not to splatter weld or touch the ABS exciter ring with the welder Use a weld blanket or suitable cover shield 11 Weld the sensor block to the axle housing Make sure it is parallel to the exciter ring 12 The Block must be protected from corrosion Apply some anti seize compound inside the sensor mounting hole 13 Gently push the barrel clip into the block from the rear until the tabs touch the block The barrel clip must be installed with the tabs on the inboard side of the sensor block 14 Gently push the sensor into the sensor clip from the rear The tab on the sensor must be pointing away from the center of the axle 15 Push sensor body forward toward the ABS exciter ring The gap between the teeth on the ring and sensors should not exceed 0 016 inches 41mm when finished 16 Tie wrap the sensor cable safely to the axle avoid interference with the operation of the brakes and ensure the cable is not strained Run the cable along the axle and Tie wrap the sensor cables to the air brake lines every 25 to 30 cm 12 inches Module Mounting 17 Install the A 4 M module
4. flasher input only the forward lift axle can be raised by the 4 ways 26 Connect the BLACK OR the GREEN wire to the steer axle pinlock control solenoid Please refer to the wire description section to select which wire is the correct function for your trailer They are opposite 27 Note All connections must be watertight Wires not used need to be shrink wrapped or taped up 28 The WARNING LABEL included in the kit must be applied to the trailer This will warn the operator of the unit and 4 way activation Operational Test of R A M System 1 Connect the 7 pin plug 27 560 Connector to the tractor Use D C power only Battery chargers do not supply proper D C Power 2 ALL R A M outputs will come on for one second when the unit is powered up This is an operational test to confirm the unit is working 3 The Bulb Check will flash three times 4 Rotate the wheel hub more than one sixteenth of a revolution in reverse clockwise and observe that the Beeper YELLOW Lift axle BROWN and the Steer axle GREEN or BLACK operate correctly The lift axle should lift and or the steer axle should lock YELLOW BROWN and GREEN wvill have 12 volts Black will have Zero Volts 5 Stop and wait about 5 seconds and observe that the backup alarm turns off while the lift axle control remains on 6 Turn the hub 1 4 turn forward counter clockwise and observe that the beeper turns off and the steer axle Unlocks YELLOW GREEN are no
5. on the inside of the lower slider frame rail or suitable location on the slider box Drill two holes 5 32 diameter and use the self tapping screws included use appropriate mounting hardware 18 Connect the sensor to the control module Make sure the connectors fit together properly The connectors must not be strained or bent Reverse a Matic Wheel Direction Sensor System p WHEEL ka Mon OR 19 wires from the blue wire and white wire of the trailer s main harness to the R A 20 A dropout wiring harness is available from Wheel Monitor for connecting the Blue and White wires to the trailer s wiring harness It has weatherpack connectors so it can be inserted into the main harness It is easy to install and will provide bullet connectors for the R A M module and ground PN WM DWH 2001 for 1 foot long PN WM DWH 2012 for 12 foot long 21 Run wires from a backup alarm and or an axle control solenoid to the A 4 M module 22 Run all wires along the airline supply line caddie to the module 23 Connect the blue wire to the 12 volt battery supply wire Connect the white wire to the ground wire Do not use the chassis for ground All wires should joined to the main ground wire 24 Connect the yellow wire to a backup alarm and or backup lights 25 Connect the brown wire to the axle control solenoid Connect the Pink wire to the forward lift axle The pink wire will be activated by the Emergency 4 Way
6. will be in its normal condition This is a safety feature of the Reverse A Matic RM60 and is the reason that there are two outputs 6 Second Delay for Steer PinLock Steer axles may be liftable If so the lift axle output should be used to lift them The steer axle control is for the locking pin only There is a 6 second delay in locking the Steer axle in reverse This allows the axle to lift first and straighten out before the pin is inserted Immediate locking of a steer axle cannot guarantee straight operation in reverse because the tires may not be straight when the trailer starts to back up Other arrangements can be made if needed STEER AXLE LOCKING SPEED The Reverse A Matic model RM60 will lock the steer axle in reverse and on the Highway The speed is determined by the wheels on the trailer The size of the tire will effect the speed at which the steer axle will lock Please check the chart below for estimated threshold speeds These are 3 The Reverse A Matic uses a speed threshold it will be locked above the Lock Up speed and Unlocked below the Unlock Speed The Reverse A Matic also use a distance threshold this is to reduce frequent locking and unlocking of the pin It will unlock quickly when slowing down because a trailer can brake faster than it can accelerate Tire Diameter Versus Speed Conversion Chart Tire Unlock Diameter Speed Inches KPH 40 5 57 9 53 5 SPIF Regulations Please check regulat
7. Beeper Output Lift Axle Control SteerAxle Power Output to Output Lock SteerAxle Power to Output Free Sensor Connector Sensor Interface Input WeatherPack Connector A RED BULB CHECK B PINK FORWARD LIFT AXLE C GREY 4 Way INPUT D GREY 4 Way INPUT WEATHERPACK CONNECTOR Reverse A Matic RM60 RM50 HAS BLUE W HITE YELLOW amp BROWN OD BLUE BATTERY OD WHITE GROUND YELLOW BEEPER L2 BROWN LIFT AXLE GREEN LOCK STEER AXLE BLACK FREE STEER AXLE SENSOR CONNECTOR Reverse a Matic Wheel Direction Sensor System p WHEEL ka Mon OR Backup Lights and Alarm System Yellow Wire The backup lights and alarm will come on and remain on whenever the trailer is moving in reverse The backup lights will turn off five seconds after the truck has stopped or if the truck has moved forward Large back up flood lights can be controlled by the Reverse A Matic The Beeper output may be connected to an external relay to supply enough current to the lights Lift Axle Brown Wire The Brown wire will activate the lift axle when the trailer is reversing The lift axle will remain up until the truck has moved 100 feet forward without stopping Once the lift axle is down it shall remain disengaged whenever travelling forward The lift axle will lower when power is disconnected from the trailer or when the ignition is turned off Emergency 4 Way Flasher Forward Lift Axle PIN
8. D BEFORE YOU BLU DRAW ANY POWER FROM THE BLUE LINE RED ct 12 a Qe RED wur a s AIR TANK 2 AIR TANK 5 yo x LED WARNING LIGHT FRONT OF TRAILER 12V EXTERNAL RELAY REVERSE A MATIC FOUR WAY SIGNAL Cy 7 Ox PINK PINK E 600 RED 7 STEER AXLE o LIFT AXLE STEER LOCK NOTE 1 THE REAR STEER AXLE LOCK MAY BE REQUIRED BY REGULATION 2 THE FORWARD STEER AXLE LOCK IS NOT REQUIRED BY REGULATION 3 THESE ARE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ONLY PNEUMATIC ROUTING IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS DIAGRAM Title 4 NOT ALL REVERSE A MATIC CONNECTIONS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR ALL INSTALLATIONS LALA AIR TANK 6 POWER LIGHT S BACKUP BEEPER AND LIGHT LIFT AXLE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION R EVE R S E A MATI R 6 200506 600EM RM60 REVERSE A MATIC i aaa MALE BULLET YELLOW 17 SYSTEM WIRING 2 200512 SENSOR RAM2053 REVERSE A MATIC SENSOR 200581 MALE BULLET BROWN 17 OPTIONAL 3 20021 WMDWH4108 7 BULLET SHORT HARNESS OPTIONAL 15 200582 _ MALE BULLET GREEN 17 5 6 8 200518 WMDWH2360 AIR PRESS CON 3FT OPTIONAL 20 200598 MALE BULLET BLUE OPTIONAL Date Feb 23rd 2006 9 200519 AIR TANK PRESSURE SENSOR 8040237 OPTIONAL 21 200599 MALE BULLET WHITE OPTIONAL 10 200578 EXTERNAL RELAY MODULE Re uud 11 200577 RESETABLE
9. FUSE File RM60 System Wiring Diagram dwg 12 200579 MALE BULLET RED 17 __ A EE DIAGRAM 3 200576 WMDWH2112 7 BULLET LONG HARNESS OPTIONAL 16 200583 MALE BULLET BLACKC 17 OPTOMA ae TNumbe MALE BULLET PINK 17 OPTIONAL hue mme m EP FEMALE BULLET BLUE 17 OPTIONAL te Sheet of 1 Drawn By T Wang
10. K Wire The Forward lift axle is the same function as the Brown wire functions except it will also raise the axle using the 4 way flashers This feature is to transfer weight for greater traction on the tractor tandem axles This will only happen when the 4 Way flashers activation sequence is started It will only lift the forward axle while the 4 way are ON amp the speed is under 60 Km H If the trailer goes above 60 Km H then the axle will lower and the activation sequence must be repeated The PINK wire will lift the forward axle with the 4 Ways the Brown wire will not Emergency 4 Way Flasher Activation ON OFF ON 3 Seconds each ON SECONDS OFF FOR 3 SECONDS AXLE WILL LIFT To operate the forward lift axle the 4 Way flashers must be turned ON for 3 seconds or more then turned OFF for about 3 seconds then turned ON again The axle will remain up until the 4 Way flashers are turned OFF or if the trailer goes above 60 Km H This double activation sequence prevents unintentional or accidental lifting of the axle if the 4 Way flashers are turned ON for other reasons This Forward Lift Axle function is designed to meet SPIF regulations for emergency drive traction Steer Axles The operation of Steer axles are to follow the road freely Most steer axles have a locking pin that needs to be inserted to lock the axle and hold it for straight operation The axle may be lifted or locked when reversing The Reverse A Matic will l
11. Reverse A Matic RM60 Reverse A Matic RMGU Operation of the Reverse A Matic The Reverse A Matic System R A M is a stand alone trailer module designed to automatically control the backup lights amp alarm to activate lift axles and control steer axles The Reverse A Matic module and sensor are to be installed on a trailer Features Senses trailer direction and speed Speed Sensitive steer axle control SPIF Infrastructure Friendly Compliant 2005 2006 Requires NO MANUAL CONTROL from the cab Emergency 4 Way Flasher lift control feature Activates after eight inches in reverse Bulb Check output for Enhanced Semi Trailer braking systems When in reverse it will Turn on trailer backup lights Activate trailer backup alarm system Lift the trailer lift axle for ease of manoeuvring Secure a steer axle Can activate a dome light inside the trailer Can power a reverse radar system When travelling forward it will e Automatically lower a lift axle after 100 feet e Pulls out the trailer locking pin for free steering e Lock the steer axle above 60KPH for straight operation on the Highway e Monitors 4 way flashers and speed to lift an axle for emergency traction Model RM60 OUTPUTS The Reverse A Matic RM60 has six outputs amp two inputs All of the features of the original RM5O are incorporated into the RM6O Colour In Out Bullets Connectors Blue Input 12 Volt Input Ground
12. THIS AGREEMENT OR THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE REVERSE A MATIC WHEEL DIRECTION SENSOR SYSTEM EVEN IF WHEEL MONITOR INC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES WHEEL MONITOR INC S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY DIRECT DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED FIVE DOLLARS 5 00 BECAUSE SOME STATES JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU NOTE A warning label is supplied with the Reverse A Matic System it is intended to identify that the unit is installed on the vehicle and must be affixed to the vehicle Failure to affix proper label may void this warranty Failure to affix this warning label may represent a hazard to public safety A copy of this operator s manual must be delivered to the end user to ensure proper familiarity with the operations of the Reverse A Matic system MODIFICATIONS TO THE MODULE OR SENSOR OR INSTALLATION DAMAGE WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY DO NOT REMOVE ANY CONNECTORS CUT OR STRIP ANY WIRES PAINT OR MODIFY THE MODULE OR SENSOR IN ANY WAY Reverse A Matic and the Wheel Monitor logo are trademarks of Wheel Monitor Inc Copyright Wheel Monitor Inc All Rights Reserved PATENTS PENDING Reverse a Matic Wheel Direction Sensor System 2 Preliminary Copy Jan 12 2006 2006 Wheel Monitor Inc 1 905 641 0024 A WHEEL ipi exe R Reverse A Matic RM60 Operation Chart of Reverse A Matic RM60 Outputs RM60
13. an external relay it can be used to supply more power for larger lights Do Not exceed 5 amps without an external relay The Beeper output is great for back up flood lights while the lift axle output is good for an internal trailer dome light 5 Amp Fuse The power input to the A 4 M Module is fused with an automatic reset fuse The fuse is rated for 5 amps of continuous current If tripped it will reset itself If the current is too large the unit will shut down Diagnostic Tool NEW Wheel Monitor has a Reverse A Matic Diagnostic and Installation Tool now available It can be used to test the sensor the module and the entire system without removing the unit from the trailer The diagnostic tool will test D C Power Input Overload Current Sensor Functions Sensor Wiring Sensor Alignment Module Functions Module Wiring Sensor Simulation Reverse testing Forward testing Over 60 Km H testing e 4 Way Flasher Simulation Great for troubleshooting or installation Contact Wheel Monitor for more information 9 9709 ore 9 L1 e x RM 50 AM 60 Diagnostic Tool 97 Special Requirements The Reverse A Matic system is a versatile module and can be adapted for individual needs or concerns This can be done with external components or specially configured modules Contact Wheel Monitor for more information Operation amp Installation Manual Reverse A Matic System amp Accessories eee
14. g and spray painting the outside 9 Check the Gap between the sensor and the exciter ring it should be less than 1 32 of an inch 0 7mm 10 If the wheel or the bearings have excessive wheel play then the sensor may not be able to read the teeth on the ABS exciter ring If so an inspection of the wheel bearing should be performed 11 The sensor tab should be pointing away from the center of the axle If it is not then rotate it and check operation of the unit again 12 If the unit is still not functioning then rotate the sensor 15 degrees counter clockwise and check operation of the unit again 13 If the unit is still not functioning then rotate the sensor back Rotate 15 degrees clockwise and check operation of the unit again Repeat with 30 degrees of rotation if required 14 If after following this installation and trouble shooting guide and the unit is still not functioning properly please call Wheel Monitor at 1 905 641 0024 Ask for service and we will be pleased to assist you further Servicing Maintenance A visual examination of the sensor the sensor mounting all electrical connections and the control module should be performed on the Reverse A Matic system on a regular basis An operational test of the unit should be performed and documented every three months 2006 Wheel Monitor Inc 1 905 641 0024 ON AIR PRESSURE LOW A RESETABLE FUSE MUST BLU BLU BE USE
15. ions in ONTARIO REG 413 05 and steer axle controls to ensure that the Reverse A Matic installation and your trailer configuration meets all codes Not every installation will require all of the functions of the Reverse A Matic RM60 2006 Wheel Monitor Inc 1 905 641 0024 Reverse A Matic RM60 BULB CHECK Feature The RED WIRE The Reverse A Matic RM60 has a bulb check feature for compliance with Enhanced Semi Trailer Braking Systems The Red Wire will provide power out to a warning light to perform the bulb check when the trailer is powered up The light will flash three times The light will only flash when the vehicle is going less than 5 km h ENHANCED SEMI TRAILER BRAKING SYSTEMS Air Tank Monitoring and the Bulb Check The Bulb Check feature is provided to make it easy to connect all of the air pressure switches one per air tank to the required warning light at the front of the trailer This is required for five and six axle trailers as part of the enhanced Semi Trailer Braking systems Two conductor daisy chain cable assemblies are available from Wheel Monitor to run 12 volts and the bulb check output to each pressure sensor The cables have male bullets on one end and double female on the other to connector to the sensor and to the next cable in line Each pressure switch is connected in parallel with 12 volts and the Warning light connected the bulb check is connected to the light also The pressure switches should be N
16. ner or f any product which has been altered by anyone other than an authorized representative of WHEEL MONITOR INC WHEEL MONITOR INC shall not be liable for any expenses incurred by the Customer in an attempt to correct any allegedly defective Reverse A Matic wheel direction sensor system It is understood that WHEEL MONITOR INC has no special knowledge of the Customer s operation or requirements and Customer agrees that the Reverse A Matic wheel direction sensor system is purchased because of the independent determination by the Customer of its suitability for intended use EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET OUT ABOVE THE WHEEL MONITOR INC REVERSE A MATIC WHEEL DIRECTION SENSOR SYSTEM IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW WHEEL MONITOR INC FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT THE ENTIRE RISK ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE REVERSE A MATIC WHEEL DIRECTION SENSOR SYSTEM REMAINS WITH CUSTOMER TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN NO EVENT SHALL WHEEL MONITOR INC OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL INDIRECT SPECIAL PUNITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGES WHATSOEVER INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS ARISING OUT OF
17. o its mating connector 2 Check the input power Measure the voltage from blue to white coming from the trailer It should be around 9 to 16 volts D C 3 Measure with the meter set to AC it should be very low If the trailer is connected to a battery charger there MUST be a good battery connected or the unit will not function correctly 4 ALL R A M outputs will come on for one second when the unit is powered up This is an operational test to confirm the unit is functioning If they are coming on randomly then the power to the unit may be intermittent 5 If one of the backup alarm or the lift axle steer axle control is not functioning then the wiring may not be correct Disconnect the output control bullet and measure the voltage while the unit is re tested The output should be 9 to 16 volts D C If it is correct then the wiring or connections are incorrect If the wires are shorted to ground it will cause the Reverse A Matic s internal fuse to trip Also insure that the backup alarm lights and lift steer axle are functioning properly 6 If the lift axle steer axle control is not functioning check the air supply to the lift axle and or to the pinlock Check Sensor Alignment 7 The sensor may need to be re aligned Check to make sure the sensor is centered on the ABS exciter ring If it is too high or too low then the sensor will not be able to read the teeth on the ring 8 Sensors can be tightened in the clip by removin
18. ock the axle in reverse so that it does not track sideways Steer axles can be controlled in two ways Normally Locked and Normally Free The Reverse A Matic RM60 provides an output for each method 1 Normally Locked Power to Free BLACK Wire A Normally Locked Steer axle will have the locking pin inserted by a spring or mechanical force It will be locked if the trailer has no power or no air This requires Power to Free the axle The Black Wire is Power to Free and will provide 12 volts out to the locking pin control solenoid to pull the pin and free to steer the axle when the trailer is going forward less than 60 KPH It will be zero volts in reverse and forward faster than 60 KPH so that the axle will be locked 1 Preliminary Copy Jan 12 2006 Operation amp Installation Manual 2 Normally Free Power to Lock GREEN Wire A Normally Free Steer axle will have the locking pin pulled out by a spring or mechanical force It will be free to steer if the trailer has no power or no air This requires Power to Lock the axle The Green Wire is Power to Lock and will provide 12 volts out to the locking pin control solenoid to insert the pin and lock the axle when the trailer is in reverse or when it is travelling forward faster than 60 KPH It will be zero volts when going forward less than 60 KPH so that the axle will be free to steer If the wiring or unit ever fails or if there is no power or no air on the trailer then the axle
19. ormally Closed when no air pressure is present The Bulb Check Wire must be run to the front of the trailer to connect the LED Light The LED light should be grounded Wheel Monitor can provide N C Pressure switches connector cables the daisy chain cables for easy installation The switches trip at about 70 to 75 Ibs Dropout Wiring Harness Option Enhanced Semi Trailer Braking System Components 75 165 N C Pressure Switch 5 or 6 axles One Per Tank 3 Pressure Switch Cable 5 or 6 axles One Per Switch One Per Switc 4 Way Flasher Connection Cables 10 Daisy Chain Cable 5 or 6 axles h 50 Weatherpack Cable 1 with Terminals amp Bullets NE Option 10 WeatherPack Cable Either Or Cable Choice Other Accessories Available Diagnostic Tool Option AR WHEEL MONITOR yp Drop Out Wiring Harness Wheel Monitor can provide a drop out wiring harness that has connections needed for installation The Reverse A Matic is connected at one end and provides bullet connectors for functions at the other end The bulb check and 12 volt power can be run starting at the unit or drop our harness Simple daisy chain wiring can be run to connect the air brake monitoring system with automatic bulb check built in Auxiliary Functions The Beeper output may also be used as an automatic light switch to light the trailer for night visibility The lights will turn off 5 seconds after the trailer stops When used with
20. ule wiring must be connected to the constant power blue wire the white ground wire Mounting of the A 4 M system may require welding the sensor block to the axle drilling holes for the control unit soldering and running wires to the steer axle solenoid and to a backup alarm and or lights Sensor Mounting 1 The R A M directional sensor must be mounted on the left side of the trailer driver s side 2 Do not mount the R A sensor a lift axle 3 The R A M sensor should be mounted on one of the two tandem axles The axle must have an ABS brake exciter ring forward axle preferred The block fits 7 05 or 7 64 Diameter rings 4 Disconnect the 7 pin plug 7 560 Connector from the tractor Remove the tires and brake drum from the hub following proper safety procedures and wear safety glasses 5 Select a spot on the axle to weld the sensor block near the exciter ring so there is sufficient room to mount the sensor into the block from behind 6 Locate the sensor block near the ABS exciter ring It should be at least 45 degrees away from an ABS sensor if present on that axle 7 The sensor hole must be in line with the center of the exciter ring teeth The block will fit different heights if it is too high or too low then turn the block over and recheck the alignment 8 The block must be parallel to the ring and approximately 0 125 inches away Insert a fiber spacer between the block and the ring for the correct spacing
21. w zero Volts while BROWN and BLACK are 12 Volts 7 Rotate the hub nine continuous revolutions forward counter clockwise and observe that the axle control turns off The lift axle will go down YELLOW GREEN and BROWN are now zero Volts while BLACK is 12 Volts 8 To test the speed control functions requires the wheel be spinning at more than 60 KPH for nine revolutions This can be done using the RAM Diagnostic tool This test should be performed with a test light while driving on the road 9 Lift the forward axle using the 4 Way flashers Activation Sequence ON OFF ON 3 seconds the forward axle should lift Use a tractor or the RAM Diagnostic tool to apply the signal 10 Document your results Install the drum and tires We recommend that a light be installed on the side of the trailer as an axle status indicator to the driver A side marker lamp may be connected to the R A M output already connected to the axle control solenoid The other side of the marker lamp should be connected to ground wire 4 Preliminary Copy Jan 12 2006 Operation amp Installation Manual Quick Check If all the outputs come on for one second when the trailer was powered up then the amp R A M module is working Check the sensor alignment If not check the power to the unit Check Electrical Connections 1 Check that all connections are sound and are made to the correct locations Ensure the sensor cable connector is pushed all the way int
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