Owner`s manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
The 9700 doesn't fit properly in
the towed vehicle.
The pedal clamp doesn't fit the
brake pedal securely.
The air cylinder shaft will not
extend to connect the pedal clamp
to the brake pedal.
The pedal clamp does not ex-
tend to the brake pedal, when the
9700 is properly installed.
The brake pedal clamp comes
into contact with the 9700 housing.
The towed vehicle's seat moves
after the 9700 depresses the
brake pedal.
The 9700 “climbs” up the seat.
After towing, there is excessive
brake dust on the wheels of the
towed vehicle, and/or an unusual
odor near the towed vehicle's
brakes.
Question
How do I increase or decrease
braking power?
Solution
Positioning
Use one or more foot extensions to elevate the 9700 over obstruc-
tions such as duct work, a door jamb or a center console that juts into
the available space. (Refer to the “Optional Equipment” section.)
Use a pair of pliers to bend the tabs of the pedal clamp for a better
fit. If the pedal clamp still doesn't fit, contact ROADMASTER.
The air reservoir is full. Release the air by pressing the air relief but-
ton (Figure 5).
Use an optional air cylinder shaft extension to extend the reach of the
air cylinder shaft. (Refer to the “Optional Equipment” section.)
Brake pedals that are somewhat horizontal cause the pedal clamp to
tilt, and to interfere with the 9700 housing when it retracts. Use an op-
tional air cylinder shaft extension to gain additional clearance. (Refer to
the “Optional Equipment” section.)
Readjust the seat and/or the adjustable seat pad. Refer to Step Two
in “Day-to-day operation” — “Adjust the feet and the seat pad.”
After adjusting the seat, press the “Test” button (Figure 18) down, then
release it, to cycle the pedal clamp up and down three times. Watch the
seat as the air cylinder shaft extends and retracts — if it still moves, ad-
just the seat a second time, and repeat the test cycle.
• If there is a rubberized floor mat under the 9700, remove it during
towing.
• Check the position of the adjustable seat pad. The seat pad serves
as an anchor point, to keep the 9700 down as it presses the brake ped-
al. Adjust the seat pad up or down, if necessary.
Brake pressure setting
Readjust the braking pressure to a lower setting. Refer to Step Five
in “Day-to-day operation” — “Set the brake pressure.”
Answer
Readjust the braking pressure to a higher or lower setting. Refer to
Step Five in “Day-to-day operation” — “Set the brake pressure.”