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The Reverse-A-Matic™ RM-60-EM

The Reverse-A-Matic™ RM-60-EM , formally the RM-60, is a trailer direction sensing system that focuses on the control of self-steering lift axles. It takes all the features from the Reverse-A-Matic™ RM-50 and expands on them.

The RM-60-EM provides the additional functions required for Ontario’s SPIF trailers with 5 or 6 axles, including the enhanced braking requirements, 60km/h steer-lock, and limitations of the 4-way lift functionality. 

The RM-60-EM also provides the Emergency Lift Axle Override feature required for 2024 or newer trailers. Custom versions of the RM-60-EM are available upon request, contact Wheel Monitor for more information.

Features

  • Activates the trailer reverse lights/alarm system.
  • Lifts the trailer’s self-steering axle(s) while reversing.
  • Provides the Emergency Lift Axle Override functionality
  • Steer-lock activation at 60km/h
  • ABS Bulb Check feature
  • Easy integration with a low pressure warning system

How it works

Reverse Lift

The reverse lift feature uses the Wheel Monitor Reverse Sensor to determine the trailers direction. When the trailer has reversed approximately 8 inches, the reverse lift feature activates. The Reverse lift feature remains active until the trailer moves forward 100 feet without stopping.

Reverse Alarm

Similar to the reverse lift feature, the reverse alarm feature activates when the trailer has reversed approximately 8 inches. The reverse alarm feature remains active until the trailer stops for 5 seconds or begins to travel forward.

Emergency Lift Axle Override Feature

The Emergency Lift axle Override feature can be activated by the driver, when travelling under 60km/h. The feature is activated by turning ON the Emergency Lift Axle Override switch and the 4-way flashers. The feature will deactivate if the 4-way flashers are turned OFF, the trailer travels above 60km/h, the trailer stops, or 3 minutes has expired.

Steering Lock Control

The steering lock control feature can be used to lock the self-steering for straight operation. The feature activates the lock when the trailer is in reverse or traveling over 60km/h. The lock will deactivate below 60km/h and traveling forward.

The speed based lock is required by SPIF on trailers with lift axles behind the primary group.

ABS Bulb Check

The ABS bulb check feature is designed to help meet the enhanced braking requirements SPIF has on 5 and 6 axle trailers. The feature powers the light 3 times when the RM-60 first receives power. The operator can verify that the ABS warning light is functional before beginning to travel.

Comparisons

RM-50 RM-60-EM P100A P160A-EM RM-450
Reverse Lift
Reverse Lift
Reverse Lift
Reverse Lift
Reverse Lift
Reverse Beeper
Reverse Beeper
Reverse Beeper
Reverse Beeper
Reverse Beeper
4-way Lift
4-way Lift
4-way Lift
4-way Lift
Emergency Lift
Emergency Lift
Emergency Lift
60km/h Steer Lock
60km/h Steer Lock
60km/h Steer Lock
60km/h Steer Lock
2nd Lift Axle
2nd Lift Axle
2nd Lift Axle
ABS Bulb Check
ABS Bulb Check
ABS Bulb Check
Load Control
Load Control
Load Control
PC Interface
PC Interface
PC Interface
Smart Lift Support
Smart Lift Support
Weight Display
Bluetooth Interface

Documentation

RM-60 Kits

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