ST400 Series Boost Gauge USER MANUAL
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1. ACK logo should be illuminated as a backlight Start the engine and watch the Boost gauge As the throttle setting is gradually increased the needle should rise in small steps and when the RPM is held steady should show a reasonably constant boost reading Ifthe Boost gauge is powered off with the engine still running the needle will stay at whatever boost was being displayed when the power was removed Further tests may only be carried out after reading the following chapter OPERATING THE BOOST GAUGE GENERAL All functions of the Boost gauge are accessed via the two push button switches attached via the 9 way connector The main functions which are accessed in this way are as follows Tell tale maximum display Reset tell tale display Over boost indicator BOOST GAUGE FUNCTIONS Switch Functions All the functions of the Boost gauge are obtained by pressing either of the push button switches labeled Max and Reset These functions and the switches that obtain them are given in the following table Page 5 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Functions available on Boost gauges Standard Max Run Stop Time Function Boost Reset Pressed Comments More than Needle moves to maximum recorded Max Boost 0 5Sec boost Reset Max 1 Sec Set Needle moves to current setting Over boost 0 05 Bar factory setting Increase As Required Move needle to reguired Over boost Decrease As Required Neither button pressed ne2. LLATION MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 1 The Boost gauge should be fitted in an 80mm 3 15in diameter and secured using the fixing bracket supplied It may be mounted in the hole at any angle of rotation for best viewing by the driver The 2 switches MUST be installed for the Boost gauge configuration and functions to be available Take care in positioning these 2 switches as they need to be pressed simultaneously for some functions Label the switches M for Max and R Reset The Over boost Light should be fitted in a position where it can easily be seen by the driver whilst driving ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION The Boost gauge is supplied with a fully wired harness to simplify wiring 1 Fit the connector into the rear of the Boost gauge 2 Fitthe leads marked M and R to the two switches 3 4 The long red B and black B wires should be connected to the battery Fit the lead marked SL to the Over boost Light Positive and Negative respectively Note This Boost gauge is for use on NEGATIVE earth vehicles only The black 4 way MSS plug is for the boost sensor connection ST453 not supplied INSTALLATION NOTES The following Installation notes will help ensure good results if wiring the Boost gauge with your own harness Connector The plastic connector has the pin numbers marked on the wire entry face These may be used to ensure correct connection If additional wires are reguired they shoul
3. ST400 Series Boost Gauge USER MANUAL 541006 001 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Preface Congratulations Congratulations on choosing a Stack Boost gauge This instrument will give you a wealth of track side performance information to enable you to obtain the maximum from your vehicle Registration Form Please complete and return the registration form contained in the package This will allow us to keep you up to date on the latest developments from Stack Purpose of this manual This manual will help you install your Boost gauge It explains how to set up and configure the system for your vehicle Related Products From Stack Limited If you need information about other Stack motor sport products these can be obtained from Stack or from your local Stack dealer Products available from Stack include e Intelligent Tachometers e Speedometers e Lap Timing Systems e Analogue Sensors e Digital Sensors e Data Logging Systems e Display and Logging Systems e Display and Analysis Software STACK is a registered trademark of Stack Limited Information in this publication is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Stack Limited No responsibility is accepted for error or omission Copyright 1994 1995 1996 Stack Limited United Kingdom Telephone Numbers North America Telephone Numbers Sales 01 869 240 404 Sales 888 867 5183 Tech Support 01 869 240 420 Tech Sup
4. d be insulated multi stranded cable of minimum current rating 5 Ampere Supply The supply to the Boost gauge should be within the range 8 16 volts DC Positive connection to Pin 1 and negative to Pin 3 Pin 3 should be connected to the negative of the battery either directly or by connecting to existing wiring Indirect connections to the vehicle chassis cannot be relied upon Switches The switches supplied with the system are of a momentary action normally open type and should be connected to the switch input on the 9 way connector and battery negative Additional switch kits are available from Stack reguest Part No ST510 Page 4 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Outputs The output pins 4 is an open collector transistor type This is probably best thought of as an electronic switch connected on one side to battery negative The load on the output should therefore be connected between battery positive and the relevant output The maximum current which may be switched via either output is 0 2 Amperes and therefore they may be used to drive a lamp directly or larger loads and or other equipment via a relay TESTING Once the installation has been completed the Boost gauge may be powered up When power is applied the needle should initially move to behind the Stack logo when a slight buzz may be heard and then be driven forward and stop at approx 1 Bar zero position with no ST453 connected The green LED behind the ST
5. edle reads actual Boost RED LED on Needle moves around scale Self Test 8 then to zero Press Max RPM Switch Only Press Run Stop Switch Only Press 8 hold Max Switch Then press Run switch Page 6 General Operation Display Boost View Maximum boost Reset Maximum boost Set Over boost Self test Functions ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual The Boost gauge will always show the current boost value of the engine regardless of any other functions being performed simultaneously unless the dial face is being used by that function e g Show Max Set Over boost The maximum value of boost measured will be continuously updated automatically and may be viewed by simply pressing the Max switch The value displayed will be the highest value measured since the tell tale memory was last reset The tell tale may be reset at any time by using the Reset switch This switch should be held pressed for approximately 1 second There is an Over boost light output which may be adjusted using the dial and switches attached to the system This Over boost limit controls the electrical output on pin 4 of the 9 pin connector The output will switch ON whenever the over boost setting is exceeded and can be used to switch a lamp to indicate over boost To set the Over boost press and hold down the Reset switch for 2 seconds The needle will then move to show the current setting This setting may be adjusted at this time by u
6. f the dial face Pseudo open collector type 200 mA current sink maximum switched to battery negative ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Appendix A Connection Details HOLIMS HOLIMS XVIN NA ang u 1io A44311vV9 N moa x la zu 4 d i ST er Su ou ou IA a 1s a d 4 due p10934 d O TETS4 d l ZE7SU YSUMS XEN YIUMSG Uny due IUS Ban neg d l asind soq peg NO FM OM eo o 5 6 1n0 09 l qe1 a uo gt ung JOSU9S 91NSSOld Jeg S 0 ESYLS I x ses dWY1 dWY1 409934 14IHS OOO OOO 134305 40 dn 3505 Jd ACL Page 9 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Appendix B Troubleshooting Display is dead or needle resets vibrates or No green backlight 3 Boost gauge powers up OK but resets constantly when the engine is running Battery is dead or almost dead Incorrect wiring Intermittent supply wiring to gauge Battery failing under vibration or load Recharge or replace battery Check if battery is connected Check power lead continuity Check the connection of the boost sensor ST453 Check the 9w Pins amp sockets for dirt Check sockets for damage or if opened out Replace battery with known good unit 4 Over boost Light Over boost limit Set limit to reguired doesn t come on set to high boost Page 10 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Returned Goods Form In the unlikely e
7. port 888 364 2511 Fax 01 869 245 500 Fax 888 364 2609 Page 1 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual CONTENTS PREFACE INTRODUCTION INSTALLATION MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION NOTES TESTING OPERATING THE BOOST GAUGE GENERAL STANDARD FUNCTIONS GENERAL OPERATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Appendix A Connection Details Appendix B Troubleshooting Returned Goods Form Page 2 10 11 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual INTRODUCTION The range of STACK Boost gauges has been designed and developed from the highly successful award winning STACK Intelligent Tachometer Also in common with the range of highly respected Stack Intelligent Tachometers the driver display consists of a high precision positive drive mechanism which ensures accurate information is being displayed under all circumstances The full list of features available on Boost gauges is as follows Positive needle boost display id Maximum boost tell tale ig Over boost warning light Standard Boost gauge Items The Boost gauge is supplied with the following standard components Quantity Description Part No ST400 Series Boost gauge as supplied Boost gauge Fixing Kit Including the ST584 following Switch Kit 2 switches ST510 Panel mount over boost Light ST537 Boost gauge Harness ST594 204 Boost gauge User Guide This Document 541006 001 Page 3 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual INSTA
8. sing the two switches individually The Max switch will increase the setting and the Reset switch will reduce it When the Boost gauge detects that neither switch has been pressed for 3 seconds it will exit the Over boost setting mode The correct operation of the Boost gauge may be confirmed at any time using this feature The tachometer is put into Self Test mode by first pressing and holding down the Max switch pressing the Run switch and then continuing to hold down both switches for 5 seconds The needle should then move around the scale and back to zero Page 7 ST400 Series Tachometers User Manual Reset Boost gauge The Reset Boost gauge feature may be used to reset the memory of the Boost gauge at any time The Boost gauge is reset by pressing the Reset switch while power is applied TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ALL MODELS Unless otherwise specified Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Accuracy Humidity Vibration Supply Nett Weight Dimensions Fixing details Backlighting Over boost Limit Electrical Outputs Page 8 20 deg C to 70 deg C 40 deg C to 80 deg C Linear dials 0 6 over temperature range Non linear dials 0 45 over temperature range 0 95 Non condensing 10 55Hz 5mm pk 55Hz 1KHz 30g 12 hours 0 25 Amperes 8 16 Volts D C 400 grams 88mm 3 5in diameter x 75mm 3 0in deep 80mm 3 15in diameter cut out Solid state green LED User adjustable within the range o
9. vent of a Stack part developing a fault and requiring repairs you are kindly requested to send the part back to Stack or your dealer with a completed Returned Goods Form Returning a part without this form will lengthen the repair time and possibly increase the cost of the repair Customer if different Contact Tel No Fax No Return Date Details of part being returned Part No Serial No Description Other accessories included i e bracket switches etc Details of Fault Please complete as fully as possible This will speed the repair and return of the parts Description of fault Details of vehicle Circumstances leading to fault Stack use only Engineer Service No Date Stack Ltd Wedgwood Road Bicester Oxfordshire 0X26 4UL England Tech Support 44 0 1869 240420 Sales 44 0 1869 240404 Fax 44 0 1869 245500 Stack Inc 3545a Cove Creek Crt Cumming Georgia 30040 USA Tech Support 888 364 2511 Sales 888 867 5183 Fax 888 364 2609 Page 11
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