Setup, Compatibility & Care
Before installation, confirm your trailer uses a KNOTT brake system and that the cable ends are 19mm in diameter.
- Inspect the existing half shells for signs of wear or corrosion.
- Ensure the back plate is clean and free of debris where the shell will sit.
- Position the fixed shell into the back plate recess.
- Align the brake cable shroud within the shell.
- Secure the removable half shell to lock the cable in place.
To maintain these components, inspect them during your annual trailer service. If you notice the cable starting to move or 'chatter' when the brakes are applied, check the shells for structural integrity and replace them if the plastic or metal casing shows signs of deformation.