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mhs4771 · 09-06-2010, 03:37 PM

Let's ponder this: If you pull the disconnect pin, thus activating the brakes and leave the pin out while connected to shore power you will be putting max current thru little switch contacts that are normally only made for a brief period (emergency stopping of the unit upon a complete disconnect from the TV. I would be checking the Brake Magnets and other wiring to make sure that weren't damaged also. If lucky, the switch melted before damaging anything else.
I'm still in snow country of Western NY and checking the disconnect switch is part of the annual NYS Inspection of all Trailers with Electric Brakes.

09-06-2010, 03:37 PM	#11
mhs4771 Montana Master Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Sebring Posts: 3,659 M.O.C. #9969	Let's ponder this: If you pull the disconnect pin, thus activating the brakes and leave the pin out while connected to shore power you will be putting max current thru little switch contacts that are normally only made for a brief period (emergency stopping of the unit upon a complete disconnect from the TV. I would be checking the Brake Magnets and other wiring to make sure that weren't damaged also. If lucky, the switch melted before damaging anything else. I'm still in snow country of Western NY and checking the disconnect switch is part of the annual NYS Inspection of all Trailers with Electric Brakes. __________________ Michelle & Ann 2018 Chevy 3500HD High Country DRW 4X4 Crew Cab w/Duramax/Allison, Formally 2010 Montana 2955RL, Now Loaded 2016 SOB, Mor/ryde IS, Disc Brakes & Pin Box, Comfort Ride Hitch, Sailun 17.5 Tires.