Once a Trailer Breakaway Switch Pin has Been Pulled is the System Reusable
Question:
once a breakaway has been pulled is it reusable ? thank you
asked by: Gaelen
Expert Reply:
Yes. The way that a breakaway switch such as # HM20010 works is that the pin inside holds two pieces of metal apart. Once pulled out it allows the 2 pieces of metal to touch completing the circuit between the breakaway battery and the trailer brakes. All you would have to do to reset the system is put the pin back into the switch. I have included a couple of helpful links on breakaway systems for you.
Caroline
7/18/2020
How difficult should it be to pull the emergency trailer pin out? I recently bought a used travel trailer and wanted to check it. I could not pull it out. Also, is there any maintenance that needs to be done to the system? You mentioned a battery. Does it have it’s own battery or is it hooked to the main battery?
Chris R.
7/23/2020
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Paula
6/11/2020
My trailer breakaway pin came out when I was storing the trailer. I couldn’t put the pin back in all the way. Does the trailer need to be connected to power for the pin to reinsert?