Trailer Breakaway Switch Smoked/Melted When Trailer Was Unattended
Updated 11/28/2014 | Published 11/27/2014
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Esco break away switch melted. Some how the wire got disconnected from the switch while we were parked. This happened apparently while we were gone. We came back to a smoking melting switch, which I disconnected. Apparently totally melted inside as I cannot re-. I assume replacing the unit will restore the system but am curious as to the cause for the overheating/melting. -
asked by: Bob N
Expert Reply:
The Tekonsha Replacement Trailer Breakaway Switch # 420000 that you referenced should work fine as a replacement part for your trailer's breakaway system.
As for the cause for a smoking/melting switch, my first thought is a malfunctioning breakaway battery charger. If this unit failed it might have taken out the switch with it. We offer the Tekonsha Battery Charger for Trailer Breakaway Systems # 1024, whose installation is shown in the linked diagram.
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