Actuator Installation and Service Manual, (b1345)
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1. Page 13 TIE DOWN ENGINEERING LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty TIE DOWN ENGINEERING TIE DOWN warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of delivery to the original purchaser when properly installed used and maintained by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to damage or loss caused by any or all of the following circumstances or conditions e Damage caused during installation e Parts accessories materials or components used with or replacing any TIE DOWN braking system not obtained from or approved in writing by TIE DOWN e Misapplication misuse and failure to follow the directions or observe cautions and warnings on installation operation application inspection or maintenance specified in any TIE DOWN quotation acknowledgement sales literature specification sheet or installation instruction and service manual applicable literature e Use of product in any other application other than those described in TIE DOWN s product information materials If any TIE DOWN products are found upon TIE DOWN s examination to have been defective when supplied TIE DOWN will either credit the purchaser s account for the purchase price of the TIE DOWN product replace the TIE DOWN product or repair the product TIE DOWN has sole discretion in choosing which option to provide For this LIMITED WARRANTY to apply TIE DOWN must receive notice of t2. r Model LP850 Actuator Ovvners Manual Model LP850 Actuator for Trailer Brakes 8 500 Ibs Capacity Disc Brake Ready US Patent No 6 375 211 Table of Contents Page Actuator Installation Instructions 3 Hitching the Trailer 4 Vehicle Wiring Free Backing Brake Solenoid 5 Actuator Maintance 5 Warnings 6 7 Bleeding Instructions 7 11 Parts Diagram 12 13 Limited Warranty 14 15 TIE DOWN ENGINEERING 255 Villanova Drive SW Atlanta GA 30336 404 344 0000 Fax 404 349 0401 O 2013 TIE DOWN ENGINEERING ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Page 2 MODEL LP850 ACTUATOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR BRAKES AND ACTUATOR The Model LP850 works by the surge or push of the trailer toward the tow vehicle This automatically synchronizes the trailer brakes with the tow vehicle axle brakes When the trailer pushes against the tow vehicle the actuator telescopes together and applies the force to the master cylinder supplying hydraulic pressure to the brakes The built in dampening shock absorber retards the telescoping shock A knocking noise from the actuator during breaking could indicate low fluid level check immediately Brake laws sometimes are minimum standards and you may wish to add additional brakes to your trailer Read your tow vehicles owner s manual on towing capacity and other towing recommendations before i
3. To bleed master cylinder and brakes install bleeder hose on first wheel cylinder to be bled if tandem axle trailer bleed closest axle first and the closest brake on that axle first Use a loose end of hose from the bleeder valve submerged in a glass container of brake fluid to observe bubbling hose must be submerged into clean brake fluid to keep air from traveling back into the brake cylinder Loosen the bleeder screw located in the wheel cylinder one turn the system is now open to the atmosphere Page 8 Typical Brake Line Placement Brake Line Connector Connector Rear Coupler Bleeding access hole is located on the drivers side in the middle of the Actuator To pump master cylinder insert a flat tip screwdriver into the round hole on LEFT Drivers side of the actuator cover see right Standing in front on the actuator place one hand on the E Stop Release witch is located under the coupler housing Page 9 mn Emergency Stop Release Press the E stop upward to release at the same time move the screwdriver forward and back to pump the master cylinder While holding the E Stop pump the master cylinder 4 to 5 times On the 5th pump hold that position and check for bubbles in the brake lines While pressing the E stop release pump the master cylinder with your right hand 4 to 5 times Page 10 The bleeding operation for that brake is complete when bubbling stops Be sure to tighten
4. 3 8 inch below the top of the reservoir with DOT 3 brake fluid Check for leaks and repair as required Never reuse brake fluid 2 To extend coupler and ball life coat both with a thin coating of grease This will also eliminate squeaking Wipe clean and renew coating each time trailer is used 3 Examine the actuator for bent parts or wear each time the trailer is used Replace parts as necessary 4 There are no user adjustments on the actuator 5 Actuator travel shown by coupler roller path over one inch indicates a need to adjust the brakes or add fluid to the reservoir or a need to bleed the brakes and check connections for leaks Adjust per instructions found in brake installation manual In general back off adjusters on drum brakes from locked position as required Adjust Free Backing brakes by rotating in forward direction only Failure to adjust may result in loss of braking Disc brakes do not require adjustment check for pad wear Page 5 WARNING Actuator and brakes should always be flushed with fresh water after using trailer in corrosive conditions This includes salt water fertilizers and other corrosive materials Before storing trailer remove brakes and clean thoroughly It is also wise to repack the bearings at the same time Failure to properly and adequately maintain the actuator could cause serious damage injury or death WARNING The breakaway system is not designed to operate if the trailer does not separate
5. ball The Trailer tongue should be parallel to the ground Too much weight can cause premature brake actuation and loss of control of the towing vehicle To little tongue weight can cause the trailer to fishtail resulting in loss of control of the tow vehicle and trailer total trailer weight G V W R includes weight of the trailer plus load Page 6 WARNING A loose fit between the coupler and hitch ball can cause the actuator and hitch ball to separate causing serious damage injury or death Check coupler every time prior to towing and at each stop on long trips Always make certain that coupler latch safety pin is securely installed into coupler latch WARNING Brake laws sometimes are minimum standards and you may wish to add addi tional brakes to your trailer Read your tow vehicles owner s manual on towing capacity and other towing recommenda tions before installing brakes or this actuator WARNING NEVER ALLOW THE COUPLER LATCH SAFETY PIN TO REMAIN IN THE REVERSE LOCKOUT POSITION HOLE AFTER REVERSE MANEUVERING ALWAYS INSERT COUPLER LATCH SAFETY PIN BACK INTO COUPLER LATCH FAILURE TO REMOVE SAFETY PIN FROM REVERSE LOCK OUT POSITION HOLE WILL PREVENT FORWARD MOVEMENT BREAKING WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PROPERTY DAMAGE INJURY OR DEATH Page 7 Bleeding Tools Required 5 8 Socket Wrench 5 8 Wrench 7 16 Wrench 3 8 Wrench Adjustable Pliers standard and large size Hammer Block of wood
6. bleeder screw securely Each wheel cylinder must be bleed until all air is out of the lines Replenish the brake fluid during the bleeding process so the level does not fall below half full level in the master cylinder reservoir When bleeding and testing is completed make sure master cylinder is filled to 3 8 below the top of the reservoir and filler cap is securely in place To release the emergency brake simply press the E Stop release upward located on bottom front right side of actuator you should here a click noise this will indicate the bracket is released After bleeding make sure the emergency stop is disengaged by pressing the e stop release Under normal use the e stop is very loose and easy to push Before towing always double check the e stop by pushing it upwards Page 11 8 500 Ibs Capacity Part 70431B Disc Brake Bolt On Part 70431W Disc Brake Weld On Part 70431SK Disc Brake Swing Tongue US Patents 6 375 211 and 8 342 559 Page 12 Item Part Description 1A 70436K Disc Brake Master Cylinder Kit Includes master cylinder filling cap top and bottom slide plates pins with retaining rings 11286 Disc Brake Solenoid used with Disc Brake Actuators 50314 Safety Cable with stainless steel pin 50313 Emergency Stop Cable E stop Breakaway 48986A Master Cylinder Fill Cap with internal bladder 2 25 Opening 70431LK Latch Kit 70432K Slide Kit includes top and bottom slides
7. completely from the tow vehicle or if the tongue goes under the rear of the tow vehicle WARNING In the event that the breakaway system is used check all system components cable S hooks etc for proper working order Replace any damaged parts with genuine Tie Down parts only WARNING When re setting the break a way system keep hands and fingers clear as you re set the mechanism hydraulic pressure held in the system may cause the assembly to snap back suddenly WARNING AVOID sharp turns which can cause the actuator to bind or jackknife against the tow vehicle or cause a bend in the tongue Either can damage the actuator causing brake failure AVOID towing trailer across large bumps or dips that may over stress the connection between the trailer and tow vehicle as this could result in damage to the actuator WARNING DO NOT REUSE BRAKE FLUID Always use fresh DOT 3 fluid from a fresh contain er Failure to maintain proper levels of fluid in the reservoir will cause brake failure WARNING Failure to install the hitch pin before towing can result in accidental opening of the coupler hitch latch which can lead to the trailer coming off of the hitch ball causing serious damage injury or death If pin will not fit into the front lower hole the coupler is not attached properly Re set coupler on hitch ball WARNING A minimum of 5 tongue weight and a maximum 10 tongue weight of the trailer G V W R must be located on the hitch
8. requirements 8 Equalizing or weight distributing hitches may be used allow six to eight inches free chain length DANGER Tongue weight beyond rating limits will interfere with performance of actuator and braking system and the tow vehicle 9 The actuator is designed for use with Free Backing trailer brakes To block braking action in order to back up with other types of brakes use an electric solenoid For trailer movement when brakes are not required place the safety pin in the upper hole on the side of the actuator to block movement of the actuator DANGER Failure to remove pin will also prevent forward braking Pin must be in the lower forward hole as a safety lock for the hitch ball coupler latch when towing at all times DIRECTIONS VEHICLE WIRING Free Backing Brake Solenoid 1 Disconnect trailer hitch and any wiring connectors from the vehicle 2 Connect a 14 gauge wire to the backup reverse light wire of the vehicle This wire should be of sufficient length to attach to the existing vehicle trailer wire receptacle The end of this wire will require a female end that will match the solenoid male connector wire Your vehicle may have a 5 wire connection for this purpose 3 For ease of use tape or band the end of the reverse light wire to the vehicle s trailer electrical connector MAINTENANCE 1 Always check the brake fluid reservoir before using trailer Make sure it is at least half full If not re fill to
9. ative has authority to make any representation promise or agreement except as stated in this Limited Warranty TIE DOWN reserves the right to make design and other changes upon its products without any obligation to install the same on any previously sold or delivered products DUE TO THE WIDE VARIATION IN USES TO WHICH TIE DOWN PRODUCTS WHEELS HUBS BRAKES ETC ARE SUBJECTED BY USERS WE ARE UNABLE TO SPECIFY CARRYING CAPACITIES OR SPEEDS FOR A PARTICULAR APPLICATION THEREFORE THE MANUFACTURER MUST TEST HIS EQUIPMENT UNDER THE MOST SEVERE CONDITIONS TO DETERMINE THAT TIE DOWN PRODUCTS ARE SUITABLE THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2001 THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL PRIOR WARRANTIES WRITTEN OR IMPLIED Page 15 Model LP850 Actuator Owners Manual TIE DOWN ENGINEERING 255 Villanova Drive SW Atlanta GA 30336 404 344 0000 Fax 404 349 0401 2014 TIE DOWN ENGINEERING ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Instruction Manual 08215
10. he alleged defect within 30 days of either the discovery of the alleged defect or the expiration of the warranty period whichever is earlier Any claim not made within this period shall conclusively be deemed waived If requested by TIE DOWN purchaser shall return the alleged defective product to TIE DOWN for examination at purchasers expense TIE DOWN will not pay for expenses incurred in returning a product to TIE DOWN without TIE DOWN s prior written authority TIE DOWN shall not be liable for any other expenses purchaser incurs to remedy any defect Purchasers waive subjugation on all claims under any insurance Limitation of Liability It is expressly agreed that the liability of TIE DOWN is limited and TIE DOWN does not function as an insurer THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL CONSTITUTE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR USER AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED THE LIABILITY OF TIE DOWN WHETHER IN CONTRACT IN TORT UNDER ANY WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PARTICULAR PRODUCT MANUFACTURED SOLD OR SUPPLIED BY TIE DOWN Page 14 To Obtain Technical Assistance To enable TIE DOWN to respond to a request for assistance or evaluation of customer or user operating difficulty please provide at a minimum the following information by calling 1 800 241 1806 e Model number serial number and all other data on the specific component which appears to be invol
11. he vehicle towing hitch and ball must have a rating equal to or greater than trailer G V W R 2 Model LP850 will accept 2 trailer hitch balls rated for 8 500 or more only Trailer balls larger than 2 00 or out of round will not fit the coupler or may result in coupler failure Balls smaller than 1 970 can cause shock loading and sudden disconnection Make certain ball latch is in correct position to retain the hitch ball Insert safety pin into forward hole as a safety lock for the hitch ball coupler prior to towing Do not tow trailer if coupler is damaged 3 Connect safety cables or chains using crossed pattern under tongue or follow trailer manufacturer s directions 4 Connectactuator breakaway cable S hook to the tow vehicle only Do not connect S hook to the safety cables or chains 5 The breakaway system is designed to only operate after the trailer detaches from the tow vehicle and the safety chains have failed The breakaway is not a parking brake Do not use as such 6 If the breakaway is accidentally applied while un hitching too release the emergency brake simply press the E Stop release upward located on bottom front right side of actuator you should here a click noise this will indicate the bracket is released Page 4 7 Any control devices that restrict operation of the actuator cannot be used This includes certain sway control devices The actuator must be free to telescope in response to braking
12. nstalling brakes or this actuator The Model LP850 Actuator is completely assembled and ready bolt in place if needed 1 Hydraulic brake lines should be installed on the trailer as described in the installation manual supplied with the brakes Note Some disc brakes require the use of flexible brake lines at the connection POINT on the brake caliper Follow brake manufacturer instructions 2 Use only DOT 3 heavy duty hydraulic fluid in the Model LP850 actuator Use a pressure type brake bleeder to bleed brakes This type of brake bleeder is available at your local automotive supplier Follow manufacturer s directions Or manually bleed the brakes using a heavy duty flat blade screwdriver inserted in the hole provided on the side of the actuator Insert the screwdriver and use a pumping action to activate the master cylinder in order to bleed the brakes See page 8 for more details To bleed master cylinder and brakes the bleeder hose must be attached to the highest top valve on the caliper on first wheel cylinder to be bled if tandem axle trailer bleed closest axle first and the closest brake on that axle first Use a loose end of hose from the bleeder valve submerged in a glass container of brake fluid to observe bubbling hose must be submerged into clean brake fluid to keep air from traveling back into the brake cylinder Loosen the bleeder screw located in the wheel cylinder one turn the system is now open to the atmo
13. sphere The bleeding operation for that brake is complete when bubbling stops Be sure to tighten bleeder screw securely Each wheel cylinder must be bleed until all air is out of the lines Replenish the brake fluid during the bleeding process so the level does not fall below half full level in the master cylinder reservoir When bleeding and testing is completed make sure master cylinder is filled to 3 8 below the top of the reservoir and filler cap is securely in place Page 3 3 Check with your state motor vehicle department for laws concerning minimum trailer brake requirements Some states may require brakes on all axles 4 Road test trailer a short distance to activate the actuator several times Check fluid level again Remember low brake fluid levels will result in hitch ball knocking and loss of breaking power 5 When testing is completed make sure master cylinder is filled to 3 8 below the top of the reservoir and filler cap is securely in place Road test again to make sure brakes work properly RATED CAPACITY Maximum Actuator Capacity Model LP850 8 500 Ibs Gross Load 850 Ibs Maximum Tongue Load The actual in service rating is limited to that of the ball and hitch being used or the trailer manufacturer s G V W R shown on the certification label whichever is lower Note G V W R is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating which includes the trailer and the load weight as a Total Gross Weight HITCHING TRAILER 1 T
14. ved in the difficulty e The date and from whom you purchased your TIE DOWN product e State your difficulty being sure to mention at least the following Application Nature of load involved and Weight of the load Field Service If field service at the request of the purchaser is rendered and the difficulty is found not to be with TIE DOWN s product the purchaser shall pay the time and expense at the prevailing rate at the time of service of seller s field representative s Charges for service labor and other expenses that have been incurred by the purchaser its customer or agent without prior written authorization of TIE DOWN will not be accepted TIE DOWN EXTENDS NO WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ON PRODUCTS NOT MANUFACTURED BY TIE DOWN OR TO TIE DOWN S DESIGN SPECIFICATION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SUCH ITEMS AS NON TIE DOWN TIRES BRAKES ACTUATORS BEARINGS HOSE AND TUBING PURCHASER S RECOURSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS THIS WARRANTY EXCLUDES ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY PURPOSE THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER NOR EXTEND TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state No represent
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