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1. 7000 036 00J Fax 206 523 4961 email service floscan com http www floscan com INSTALLATION Series 9000 Multifunction Instrument Gas NMEA 0183 Input This unit conforms to NMEA 183 Version 1 5 and 2 0 interface standards and requires a message that includes VTG GPRMC or LCRMA Check your owner s manual to verify your GPS LORAN C includes this information To insure an easy trouble free installation read all instructions before starting Wiring 1 Refer to the electrical wiring section of the GPS LORAN C Owner s Manual for the proper procedure to connect your GPS LORAN C to NMEA 183 devices Use shielded wire between instruments and ground the shield ONLY at the GPS LORAN C sender end not at the FloScan instrument end receiver end The shield is not to be used as a ground path 2 Connect the WHITE ORANGE wire terminal 15 FloScan instrument to the NMEA BNC center terminal terminal coming from your GPS LORAN C instrument 3 Connect the GREEN BLACK wire terminal 7 FloScan instrument to the NMEA BNC shield terminal coming from your GPS LORAN C instrument 4 Connect the GRAY wire terminal 2 FloScan instrument to one terminal of a single pole single throw switch Connect the BLACK wire terminal 13 FloScan instrument to the other terminal Calibration 1 See your GPS LORAN C owners manual and set output for NMEA 183 Speed is always sent as speed ov
2. www floscan com VI Calibration When system is running properly refer to the calibration instructions and calibrate your system USCG approved fuel hose with either fabric or wire reinforcing braid meet the following standards Hose Marking Permeation Rating 2 Minute Fire Test USCG Type A 1 100g m 24hrs Required USCG Type A 2 300g m 24hrs Required USCG Type B 1 100g m 24hrs Not Required USCG Type B 2 300g m 24hrs Not Required Table I Installation Do s amp Don ts Do Don t Use a Fuel Proof Pipe Thread Sealant when assembling fittings into fuel system components Locktite PST Leak Lock or equivalent Never use Teflon Tape Use thin wall low pressure full flow type NPT or NPTF hose barb fittings Don t use Push Lok or Barb Tite fittings Avoid using JIC or SAE swivel fittings If used always install copper conical sealing washers Connie seals or fitting seals on fittings Double clamp all hose barb fittings Avoid using 90 elbow fittings Install Sensor s at a low point in the fuel system as far from the engine as practical Fuel must travel Up hill slightly after leaving the sensor Verify correct orientation and fuel flow direction If possible avoid bolting or mounting sensor s directly onto the engine Connect all Ground wires to a Ground Buss or directly to the Battery s Negative Terminal Connect or Grou
3. 184 8 gallon fuel pump reading 181 1 gallon totalizer reading 3 7 gallon difference between readings e Determine percentage difference between readings 3 7 gallon difference 181 1 gallon totalizer reading 020 x 100 2 Lower difference Totalizer reads low e To calibrate rotate the MFI s Black Switch Clockwise to position 2 increasing totalizer reading by 2 Example 2 Single engine vessel with single fuel tank After steaming and returning to refuel the fuel tank took 91 5 gallons The totalizer reads 94 4 gallons e Using the formula calculate the percentage difference between the Totalizer reading and actual fuel consumption Difference in Gallons 1 Totalizer Reading 99 e Find the difference between the totalizer and fuel pump readings 94 4 gallon totalizer reading 91 5 gallon fuel pump reading 2 9 gallon difference between readings e Determine percentage difference between readings 2 9 gallon difference 94 4 gallon totalizer reading 030 x 100 3 Higher difference Totalizer reads high e To calibrate rotate the MFI s Black Switch Counter Clockwise to position D reducing its totalizer reading by 3 This completes system calibration The Instrument should be within 3 5 of actual consumption Calibrating a second time should bring it to within 1 3 especially on twin engine vessels Larger fuel burns increase calibration accuracy Drastically changing operating habits
4. NMEA B ae YELLOW PORT tachometer input VIOLET STARBOARD tachometer input back OF TRUE Forward and Return Sensor and Twin Engine installations BLACK ORANGE To instrument panel ground P 8 1 2 amp fuse To Ignition Switch Port Engine Key ON 12VDC 4 ORANGE To Panel Illumination Distributor WHITE 12VDC D RE 12VDC BLACK N 1 2 amp fuse To Ignition Switch 7 vie Starboard Engine STBD Input Distributor J Key ON 12VDC Eo 12VDC Battery buss PORT Inboard I O Stern drive Sensor STARBOARD Flow Sensor WHITE YELLOW BLACK Outboards aie ee OC oO Hours Synch Synchronizer switch SPST WHITE ORANGE O DATA 4 5 PORT STARBOARD Select switch SPST 10 oro DATA GREEN BLACK 7 Totalizer Reset Switch momentary ON 6 GREY 2 GPH MPG switch 10 21 1999 9000 010 00B FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com_ http www floscan com CALIBRATION Series 7000 8000 9000 Multifunction Instrument There are two calibration switches on the back of the Multifunction Instrument Black and Red The Black switch is used for fuel totalizer calibration The Red switch is used for tachometer calibration TACHOMETER SELECTION Inboard Engines Tachometer calibration for standar
5. service floscan com http www floscan com 4 With engine s idling measure and record voltage between the RED power and BLACK ground wires on the Starboard Sensor If used Voltage should be 12 to 14 VDC 5 Move the voltmeters negative lead to the White Signal wire With engine idling measure and record the voltage reading It should be approximately 5 to 7 VDC about 2 of the reading in step 1 VDC 6 Stop the engine and observe the voltmeter Voltage readings should fluctuate between a high of 9 to 12 VDC and a low of 0 to 4 VDC as the Sensors turbine slows to a stop NOTE This may not be seen on digital voltmeters 7 The Sensor s may be defective if voltage readings in steps 3 amp 5 remain constant 8 If signal voltages in steps 3 amp 5 are ok go to the backside of the MFI Instrument With engine s running measure and record voltage readings across the Red amp White Port Sensor and Red amp Brown Starboard Sensor signal wires The MFI voltage readings should match the Sensor readings This verifies that the Sensors signal is reaching the MFI If not there is a wiring problem V CONTINUITY TEST 1 Continuity testing requires access to the back of the Instrument and an Ohmmeter It verifies that wires are not broken shorted to ground another wire or to power Before starting secure all power and disconnect the Molex connector from the Instrument You will be testing the WHITE BROWN YELLOW VIOLET
6. 45 each Damper orders ship via UPS 3 day on purchase date Prices include shipping and handling To order please contact FloScan Sales or Service 206 524 6625 X 306 316 309 or 302 E mail sales floscan com or service floscan com The following engine types DO NOT require Pulsation Dampers Outboard Gasoline Engines Including Ficht Optimax 2 amp 4 Cycle Closed Loop EFI Gasoline Outboard Inboard and I O Engines Open Return EFI Gasoline Inboard and I O Engines e Sensors are marked with orientation and fuel flow arrows They must be installed with these arrows pointing in the right direction Standard Flow Pulsation Damper 20A 20B 231 SENSOR if Outlet Inlet Fuel Flow Direction 5 19 2004 7000 036 00J FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com High Flow Pulsation Damper 233C SENSOR Inlet p 2 Outlet inlet ie A a Oe e Install sensor s with orientation arrows pointing UP A Fuel must enter through the port marked IN or with an inward pointing gt fuel flow arrow and exit through the port marked OUT or with an outward pointing gt arrow e The sensor must be installed horizontally at a low point in the fuel system When fuel exits the sensor it must travel up hill slightly
7. Changing from mostly cruising to mostly trolling may affect totalizer accuracy If this occurs re calibration may be necessary NOTE Instrument calibration affects both the totalizer GALLONS and GPH readings 7 9 2003 7000 040 00B FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com
8. Ohm Reading VI TACHOMETER PROBLEMS Note Refer to the engine owners manual wiring diagram installation and calibration instructions for parts A B amp C below A NO READING 1 Check continuity of the YELLOW and VIOLET Tachometer signal wires Section V Verify that the tachometer signal wires are connected at the correct signal output point B HIGH OR LOW READINGS 1 Verify that Tachometer is calibrated correctly 1 14 2002 7000 044 00C FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com C FLUCTUATING READINGS 1 Listen to your engine s If engine speed cycles up and down when idling or underway the tachometer reading will follow This does not indicate a problem with the Tachometer but may indicate engine problems 2 Verify that wiring connections are tight clean and dry Check continuity while shaking the wires Ohm readings should be near zero and remain steady 3 Verify that the tachometer signal wires are connected at the correct signal output point VII PULSATION PROBLEMS A stiff anti siphon valve sticking carburetor float or miss plumbed Pulsation Damper s can cause fluctuating GPH readings These are most pronounced at low Rpm s and tend to disappear around mid throttle They are annoying but won t affect totalizer accuracy To eliminate repair or replace any defective parts or
9. One or two inches of vertical rise is adequate more is ok e The sensor must be installed downstream of and protected by a screen filter or water separator Sensors are tolerant of fine debris A coarse screen up to 800 microns or water separator is all that is required e It is recommended that the sensor be installed between the fuel filter and fuel pump inlet There should be at least twelve inches of fuel hose more is ok between the sensor and fuel pump inlet e If required the pulsation damper must be installed horizontally with its orientation arrow pointing up refer to fuel flow schematics below e Minimize the number of 90 elbows and pipe fittings Excessive use may create a high vacuum fuel restricting pressure drop across the fuel system Whenever possible use a large radius hose bend instead of elbows Refer to the engine owner s manual for maximum fuel pump vacuum A vacuum gauge can be used to confirm that the system is within limits e If swivel fittings are used JIC or SAE their mating surfaces should be sealed with AP 50 Copper Conical Sealing Washers or Flaretite Fitting Seals Seals and sealing washers can be purchased through Fittings Inc in Seattle WA 206 767 4670 1 800 552 0632 or a local hydraulic supply house CAUTION DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN FLOW SENSOR FITTINGS Over tightening may crack the sensor s body Cracks cause leaks and fuel leaks sometimes cause catastrophic explosions and fire
10. Torque pipe thread fittings to a maximum of 15 ft LB 180 inch LB or two full turns beyond hand tight Whichever comes first Use a fuel proof pipe thread sealant be used when installing fittings into the flow sensors LockTite PST Rector Seal Jomar etc INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION e Before cutting holes in your Instrument Panel verify that the instrument will be installed approximately 12 away from the compass and in a shaded location out of direct sunlight Mounting it within 12 of a compass may interfere with compass operation Direct sunlight may cause the LCD display to temporarily turn black due to heat Instrument Series Cutout Size Instrument Depth 5400 0 5500 0 3 1 16 3 Console Panel Thickness 7000 0 8000 0 9000 0 TwinScan 3 3 8 2 Console Panel Thickness Table 1 5 19 2004 7000 036 00J FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com FUEL TANK Standard Flow Gasoline System Schematics Vane Gear Gear Rotor Electric Fuel Pump EFI amp Carburetor Engines 1 to 2 Minimum 20A 20B 231 Vertical Rise FUEL TANK FUEL TANK 5 19 2004 Det Flow Sensop gt ENGINE FILTER l N J 12 Minimum Distance A 1 Fabric Braid
11. a synchronizer display To operate as a synch display a Single Pole Single Throw ON OFF switch must be connected between the White Yellow wire on pin 3 and the Black wire on pin 7 Refer to the Wiring Diagram Illumination Connect the Orange wire from pin 4 to illumination circuit or to a 12 VDC power source Tachometer Wiring For proper tachometer operation on EFI engines especially outboards the engine Ground wire must be directly connected to the MFI instrument ground wire FloScan recommends using dedicated 18 AWG shielded cable for tachometer signal wire connections Always Ground wire shield or shield drain wire in the engine room by connecting it to the bonding system or engine block CARBURETOR amp CLOSED LOOP EFI GASOLINE ENGINES with POINTS or STANDARD ELECTRONIC IGNITIONS Inboard amp I O Engines Connect the Yellow wire from pin 8 to the distributor coil s negative terminal On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the Violet wire from pin 16 to starboard Outboard Engines Outboard tachometers are connected to either the engine alternator or tachometer signal wire Connect the YELLOW wire from pin 8 to the engine alternator or tachometer signal wire On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the VIOLET wire from pin 16 to starboard CLOSED LOOP EFI GASOLINE ENGINES with CPU IGNITION SYSTEMS Inboard I O amp Outboard E
12. pickup or the engines alternators tach or sig terminal Connect the VIOLET wire to the Starboard sender The tachometer senders second terminal must be grounded FINAL ACTIONS Check Electrical Installation Test all connections Support and secure all dangling wires Start engine and calibrate system 5 21 2004 4001 100 001 FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com ELECTRICAL Series 7000 8000 9000 Gasoline Multifunction Instruments Port Starboard Select Switch Twin engine operation requires a Single Pole Single Throw SPST switch The select switch allows you to display RPM amp GPH readings for either PORT or STARBOARD engine Connect one side of the switch to the BLUE wire from pin 11 Connect the other side to the Black wire on pin 15 The MFI displays Port readings when the switch is open Starboard readings when closed Totalizer Reset The instrument requires a Single Pole Single Throw SPST to reset its Totalizer Gallons or Liters Window Either a momentary ON or standard ON OFF switch can be used To reset close or turn the reset switch ON and hold for approximately 15 seconds Once cleared open or turn the switch OFF for normal operation Engine Hour Meter The engine hour meter can not be reset Engine Synchronizer On twin installations the HOURS window can be adapted to function as
13. re plumb dampers according to the Fuel Flow Schematic Instructions VIII FINDING FUEL SYSTEM VACUUM LEAKS Fluctuating GPH and High Totalizer Readings are usually caused by a small vacuum leak between the fuel tank and fuel pump inlet Fluctuations tend to be between 2 and 4 GPH These vacuum leaks also affect totalizer accuracy causing it to read 15 to 100 high Larger leaks produce greater fluctuations and higher readings They generally do not affect engine performance Finding suction leaks can be time consuming When approached properly they can usually be found and repaired quickly Two common places for suction leaks to occur are at the primary fuel filter water separator and or a loose valve stem packing nut Remove the filter housing and coat all o rings gaskets and sealing surfaces with a medium to heavy grease Do not use oil and reassemble Grease all valve stem packings and gently tighten gland nuts Don t over tighten valve handles should turn freely Tighten all hose clamps and compression fittings Don t over tighten Run the engine for 5 to 10 minutes observing GPH readings If you ve found the problem fluctuations should be reduced to less than 1 2 GPH If the problem persists temporarily install a clear piece of fuel resistant hose downstream of the forward flow sensor Run the engine and watch for a stream of small bubbles in the clear hose or an occasional larger bubble Sometimes shining a light through the hos
14. Flexible Fuel Line Preferred Outboard Motor Diaphragm Fuel Pump to 2 Mini Primi zon oal2at cca in 3 FUEL an s v TS ENGINE FILTER Se 4 gt 12 Minimum Distance A 1 Fabric Braid Flexible Fuel Line Preferred Engine Driven Diaphragm Fuel Pump Carbureted Inboards and I O s Pulsation Damper 1 t2 Minimum Ji 20A 20B 231 ertical Rise I FUEL Flow Sensor v H ENGINE FILTER l FloScan Instrument Company Inc 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 ag 12 Minimum Distance A 1 Fabric Braid Flexible Fuel Line Preferred 7000 036 00J Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 email service floscan com http www floscan com FUEL TANK High Flow Gasoline Fuel Flow Schematics Vane Gear Gear Rotor FUEL TANK nes ENGINE Diaphragm Fuel Pump Carbureted Inboards and I O s 5 19 2004 FloScan Instrument Company Inc 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 Electric Fuel Pump E EFI amp Carburetor Engi 1 to 2 Minimum k 233 Vertical Rise j i FUEL Flow Sensor gt FILTER OESE N l ae 5 12 Minimum Distance A 1 Fabric Braid Flexible Fuel Line Preferred Engine Driven Pulsation Damper 1 to 2 Minimum 3 gt 233 Vertical Rise E FUEL Flow Sensor FILTER bs Ael 5 7 42 Minimum Distance A 1 Fabric Braid Flexible Fuel Line Preferred Tel 206 524 6625 ENGINE
15. Installation Troubleshooting Manual MFI Gas NMEA Single and Twin Inboard amp IO to 1000 HP All Outboards This manual part 9000 006 00 applies to the following product part numbers 1 9000 20B 1 2 9000 20B 2 3 9000 231 1 4 9000 231 11 5 9000 231 2 6 9000 231 21 7 9000 33C 1 8 9000 33C 11 9 9000 33C 2 10 9000 33C 21 11 90000 20B 1 12 90000 231 1 13 90000 23111 14 90000 231 2 15 90000 23121 16 90000 33C 2 17 90000 33C21 18 9900 231 1 19 9900 20B 2 20 9900 231 2 21 9900 231 21 22 9900 33C 11 23 9900 33C 2 24 9900 33C 21 3 1 2004 9000 018 00 FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com TROUBLESHOOTING Series 7000 8000 9000 Multifunction Instrument BEFORE CALLING FOR ASSISTANCE COMPLETE THESE TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKS AND RECORD YOUR FINDINGS TECHNICAL SUPPORT REQUIRES THIS INFORMATION BEFORE A RETURN AUTHORIZATION WILL BE ISSUED IT TAKES ABOUT 20 MINUTES AND IS VERY IMPORTANT IN ANALYZING SYSTEM PROBLEMS EN A b BLACK RED RY a Before starting record Instrument model number and switch settings MODEL SERIAL n SIG 817 6 5 4 3 2 1 Arrow Black Red BACK OF INSTRUMENT Low Totalizer Reading over 10 High Totalizer Reading over 10 Fluctuating GPH Readings No GPH or Totalizer Reading Hi
16. and BLACK wires 2 Disconnect the WHITE and BLACK wire harness conductors from the WHITE and BLACK Port Sensor wires Connect a jumper from the WHITE wiring harness conductor to a known good ground At the Molex connector connect an Ohmmeter lead to its WHITE wire Connect the other Ohmmeter lead to a known good ground The Ohmmeter should read approximately 0 1 to 3 Q Ohm Reading 3 Disconnect the BROWN and BLACK wire harness conductors from the WHITE and BLACK Starboard Sensor wires Connect a jumper from the BROWN wiring harness conductor to a known good ground At the Molex connector connect an Ohmmeter lead to its BROWN wire Connect the other Ohmmeter lead to a known good ground The Ohmmeter should read approximately 0 1 to 3 Q Ohm Reading 4 Disconnect the YELLOW wire harness conductor from the Port Tachometer Sender Connect a jumper from the YELLOW wiring harness conductor to a known good ground At the Molex connector connect an Ohmmeter lead to its YELLOW wire Connect the other Ohmmeter lead to a known good ground The Ohmmeter should read approximately 0 1 to 3Q Ohm Reading 5 Disconnect the VIOLET wire harness conductor from the Starboard Tachometer Sender Connect a jumper from the VIOLET wiring harness conductor to a known good ground At the Molex connector connect an Ohmmeter lead to its VIOLET wire Connect the other Ohmmeter lead to a known good ground The Ohmmeter should read approximately 0 1 to 3Q
17. control box either Green wire on engine terminal strip can be used e Refer to calibration page for switch settings 9 19 2003 7000 039 00C FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com _http www floscan com WIRING DIAGRAM Series 9000 Multifunction Instrument with NMEA 0183 Input PIN FUNCTION ra 2 mack RED 3 ae LACK ORANGE Illumination ground B Se 8 YELLOW achometerinpu_ raed aoe ace Ea e ae Single Sensor Installations 1 2 amp fuse To Switched 12 VDC Supply ORANGE To Panel Illumination 4 12VDC BLACK ORANGE To instrument panel ground 12VDC Battery buss Distributor Coil Inboard I O Stern drive O B B Cane Sensor GREEN o Totalizer Reset Switch GREPNBLACK PATA O momentary ON 15 WHITE ORANGE_ para GPH MPG switch Please see reverse side for twin engine installations 10 21 1999 9000 010 00B FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com FUNCTION PIN FUNCTION D eh BLUE PORTSTBD switch oe BLACK Instrument Ground 6 WHITE PORT flow sensor BROWN STARBOARD flow sensor PEFPEEPP 7 GREEN BLACK _ Data NMEA B WHITE ORANGE Data
18. d point and electronic ignition inboard engines is usually based upon the number of engine cylinders EFI engines sometimes use a CPU to generate its tachometer signal For these engines calibration is not always based on engine cylinders Standard Point Electronic Ignition amp EFI Inboard Engines an eae Cylinders CPU 4 6 8 4 Red Switch Setting 1 BACK OF INSTRUMENT Outboard Engines Tachometer calibration for standard point and electronic ignition outboard engines is usually based upon the number of alternator pole pairs EFI outboards sometimes use a CPU to generate its tachometer signal Calibration for EFI engines is not always based on alternator pole pairs Refer to your engine manual or check with a local dealer to determine the number of alternator pole pairs your engine has Standard Point Electronic Ignition amp EFI Outboard Engines Pole Pairs CPU 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Red Switch Setting 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TOTALIZER CALIBRATION Inboard amp Outboard Engines Reset the totalizer so that the GALLONS window reads zero Top off the fuel tank s Take the vessel for a cruise Once underway operate the boat the as you normally would Consume a minimum of 15 to 30 gallons of fuel per engine Higher consumption gives better accuracy After consuming some fuel return to the fuel dock and top off the
19. e makes bubbles easier to see Observe the clear hose while shaking the fuel lines If the bubble stream continually increases or decreases you ve found the leak area Repair or replace as needed If this occurs one time you probably dislodged some trapped air If the leak hasn t been found the last step is to inspect each pipe joint Thread sealant should be visiable around each joint If not that joint is suspect and must be resealed After resealing run the engine for a few minutes to purge any remaining air There should now be bubble free fuel running through the clear hose If bubbles are still present a leak was missed Recheck your work After all the leaks are stopped remove the clear hose IX FUEL FILTERS A dirty fuel filter or one that is too fine 1 25 micron will draw vapor bubbles out of the fuel causing fluctuations and high readings Replace it with a new 30 micron or coarser filter X FLOW SENSOR ORIENTATION Sensor orientation is critical for proper operation All Sensors have their inlet and outlet ports clearly marked IN OUT or gt gt This identifies fuel flow direction The Sensor must be Plumbed correctly for it to operate properly There is an additional single arrow on the Sensor body It is crucial that this single arrow points up Ix LOW RPM OPERATION At idle under a no load condition it is common for GPH readings to fluctuate slightly 1 14 2002 7000 044 00C FloScan Instrument Compa
20. em or engine block The double wiring harness for twin engine Pulse NMEA Diesel installations is included in all 97 9800 0 kits FloScan suggests using J Boxes Terminal Blocks and three conductor cables between diesel sensors and instrument to make wiring easier Install Single Pole Single Throw SPST switches for Totalizer Reset Port Starboard Select Engine Hours Synchronizer and GPH MPG switches are not included with kit To determine which switch types are required for your system refer to the table below All instruments except TwinScan Tachometers require a totalizer reset switch SYSTEM TOTALIZER RESET PORT STBD HOURS GPH MPG P OTT swncagiesytem sync Mea synen SPST NA SPST NA NA Not Applicable 7000 8000 Gasoline MFI SPST or Momentary ON Grounding Each Black sensor wire must be connected directly to the Black Instrument Ground wire Use a single wire to connect the Black wire junction to the battery s negative terminal or a ground buss Power FloScan Instruments amp sensors operate on 9 to 12 VDC Voltages exceeding 16 VDC will damage equipment 24 amp 32 VDC systems must be reduced to 12 VDC Two different types of voltage reducers are available through FloScan WIRE CONNECTIONS Installation Connect wires one at a time and install heat shrink tubing before proceeding to b oh the next wire refer to diagram Connect ground
21. er display 8 s or display a row of decimals across the bottom of the RPM window This does not affect instrument accuracy Stored engine hours and fuel consumption data will not be lost Liquid crystal displays have an OPTIMUM VIEWING ANGLE If your viewing angle is outside this range contrast will decrease and numbers may flicker Before drilling any holes in your dash it s a good idea to temporarily power up the instrument 12V DC to the RED wire on plug 9 12V DC to the BLACK wire on plug 5 before installing it and see if the intended viewing angle is acceptable Optimum viewing angle Engine Hours z The engine hour meter is shipped at or near zero hours It accurately tracks the number of hours your engine has run Unlike most hour meters it only Ea accumulates time when the engine is actually running If the meter is turned ON but the engine is NOT running NO time is added to the engine hour display In twin engine installations the HOUR window displays hours for the engine being viewed The engine hour meter can only be reset at the Single factory Twin PORT Tachometer RPM The Tachometer window shows engine speed to the nearest 1 ORPM On twin engine installations the Hours window shows which engine you STBD are looking at Synchronizer Twin Engine Models When the Hours Synch switch is turned on a bar graph is displayed in the Hours window The upper graph shows wh
22. er ground in knots no matter what units your GPS LORAN C displays 2 Fuel flow rate calibration is automatically done when the totalizer is calibrated To calibrate see the Totalizer calibration instruction page MPG GPH Operation With the MPG GPH switch in the OFF position your instrument displays engine fuel flow in twin engine installations the engine selected by the port stbd switch In the ON position fuel mileage speed over ground in Knots all fuel being consumed is shown as 0 00 to 9 99 then 10 0 to 99 9 You must have a valid NMEA 183 version 1 5 or 2 0 speed and RPM from at least one engine to display fuel mileage otherwise you receive an error code Error Codes No signal activity present on NMEA 0183 terminals GPS LORAN C OFF for four seconds NMEA OUTPUT not selected Leads not connected amp leads reversed Receiving NMEA 0183 Version 1 5 or 2 0 message GPS satellite reception is poor but speed message is invalid GPS LORAN C in startup mode No RPM reading twin both engines Valid NMEA Engine s not running 0183 speed message present Tachometer leads not connected to instrument Some pulsing signal present but no NMEA 0183 Leads connected to wrong source message received in last four seconds GPS LORAN C set to NMEA 0180 or 0182 amp leads reversed Er2 NMEA 0183 message detected Missing VTG GPS LORAN C incompatible with NMEA 0183 GPRMC or LCRMA sen
23. fuel tank s Compare the Gallons window reading to the fuel pump reading Calculate the percentage difference between the fuel pump amp Gallons window readings Refer to Examples I amp II on page 2 Determine if the totalizer is reading High or LOW Rotate the Upper Black Switch until the GALLONS window matches the fuel pump reading Starting at 0 rotating the Upper BLACK Switch clockwise increases the Totalizer readings by 1 for each click Rotating the switch in a counter clockwise direction decreases Totalizer readings by 1 Totalizer readings can be increased by 5 or reduced by 10 7 9 2003 7000 040 00B FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com Example 1 Twin engine vessel with two dedicated fuel tanks For single engine vessel with single tank see Example 2 After steaming and returning to refuel The Port tank took 91 6 gallons and the Starboard tank took 1 0 1 93 2 gallons Total fuel consumption is 184 8 gallons and the totalizer reading is 181 1 gallons aa lt p 0 15 3 E a 3 e Using the formula calculate the percentage difference between the totalizer reading and actual fuel D consumption 4 C 4 4 sy B 55 Difference in Gallons 100 SA 6 Totalizer Reading 9 g 710 7 gy 2 Upper BLACK switch e Find the difference between the totalizer and fuel pump readings
24. gh Low or No Tachometer Reading Fluctuating Tachometer Insynchw engine Wire Harness Continuity Test J Section VO 1 14 2002 7000 044 00C FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com I VERIFY SWITCH SETTINGS 1 Turn Instrument power OFF then ON 2 For 2 seconds after powering up the Instrument will show all 8s During This time quickly cycle the Totalizer Reset Switch from its run position too reset and back twice Leave it in the run or off position R Note For 20 seconds the four display windows show the following E EER Hours Window Alternates between the 3 digit software version X XX and a 5 digit code number XXXXX Ee 28590 GPH RPM Window Shows RED switch setting Refer ELO to tachometer calibration sheet FioSca ee ies Be GPH Window Shows ARROW switch setting for Sensor model selected Gallons Window Shows BLACK switch setting Refer to the Calibration sheet Il SUPPLY VOLTAGE and GROUND TEST 1 Measure voltage between the RED power wire on pin 9 and the BLACK Instrument ground wire on pin 5 VDC This reading should be approximately 12 VDC but not lower than 10 VDC 2 If12 VDC is not present measure between the RED power wire on pin 9 and a known good ground in the instrument panel If you measure 12 to 14 VDC between the Red wire and ground there
25. ich engine is turning faster and the lower graph shows the slower engine The further out of synch your engines are the longer the bar graph will grow The Port engine always shows on the left and the Starboard engine always shows on the Right PORT In Synch STARBOARD Engine Faster Engine Faster PORT o PORT SYNCH PORT Flow Consumption GPH LPH The GPH LPH window shows the rate at which your engine is consuming fuel The GPH LPH and Gallons Liters readings will both change if the Black Calibration Switch on the back of the instrument is turned On twin engine installations you ll see either the Port or Starboard engine fuel consumption 4 23 2004 7000 041 00F FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com_ http www floscan com Totalizer Gallons Liters The Gallons Liters window shows total fuel consumed The GPH LPH and Gallons Liters readings will change if the Black Calibration Switch on the back of the instrument is turned On twin engine installations the totalizer displays consumption for both engines Totalizer Reset When the totalizer reset switch is closed Turned ON the GALLONS LITERS display will flash for ten seconds before resetting to zero Flashing indicates the instrument is in reset mode If the RESET switch is opened Turned OFF before the totalizer reads 0 0 the inst
26. ir approximate locations Measure fuel line lengths between system components Primary Filter Sensor s Damper s Engine and Fuel Tank Determine fitting sizes and type of fittings needed for each plumbing connection JIC SAE NPT NPTF or Hose Barb FloScan Gasoline Hi Flo system components have 2 Female NPT ports FloScan Gasoline Lo Flo system components have 4 Female NPT ports Review the electrical installation instructions Open and survey your vessels wire ways and run 3 conductor cables from each sensor to the instrument Tachometers require or 2 additional conductors If there s an existing tachometer its signal wires can be used II Mechanical Installation Install or mount the Sensor s Pulsation Damper s If required Instruments and Switches Reset MPG Port Starboard Synch HI Plumbing Mount sensor s where they re to be installed On installations using Fabric Braid A 1 Fuel Hose install the correct HB X MNPT fitting into each sensor Always assemble fittings using a fuel proof pipe thread sealant Never use Teflon Tape Use a hose cutter or knife to cut the fuel hose Next install the hose onto the barb fittings Hose should not be twisted have adequate slack an ample radius at all bends and be supported at reasonable distances approximately 2 4 feet When clamping hose onto the barbs use 2 narrow or 1 wide stainless hose clamp on each hose end Wire Braid A 1 Aeroquip Type Fuel H
27. may be an VDC Instrument ground problem NOTE Some applications use both pins and 9 for Instrument power 3 If12 to 14 VDC is not present in steps 2 or 3 check wiring switches fuse and the 12 VDC power source HI LED BACK LIGHTING WIRING TEST 1 Measure voltage between the ORANGE wire on pin 4 and the BLACK wire on pin 5 for 75 7600 0 and 85 8600 0 series Instruments On 95 9600 0 series Instruments measure between pin 4 and the BLACK ORANGE wire on Pin 12 VDC 2 If 12 VDC is not present measure between the ORANGE wire on pin 4 and a known good ground in the instrument panel If you measure 12 14 VDC there is a power supply problem to pin 4 or a ground connection problem to pins 5 or 12 IV SENSOR S TEST 1 With engine s idling measure and record voltage between the RED power and BLACK ground wires on the Port Sensor Voltage should be 12 to 14 VDC VDC 2 Move the voltmeters negative lead to the WHITE signal wire With engine idling measure and record the voltage reading It should be approximately 5 to 7 VDC about 4 of the reading in step 1 VDC 3 Stop the engine while observing your voltmeter Readings should fluctuate between a high of 9 to 12 VDC and a low of 0 to 4 VDC as the sensors turbine slows to a stop NOTE This may not be seen on digital voltmeters VDC 1 14 2002 7000 044 00C FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email
28. n Instrument is unable to compute a meaningful MPG figure Dash 0 Dash 0 may be displayed when motoring at low speeds or when slowing down When slowing down the FloScan Instrument may display ever increasing MPG readings go to Dash 0 Dash 0 and start redisplaying ever increasing readings again 4 Erl indicates that the FloScan Instrument isn t receiving a valid NMEA 0183 message from the GPS Check wiring connections to the GPS 5 Er2 indicates that GPRMC or LCRMA is missing from the GPS NMEA 0183 speed signal message Verify the GPS sending a NMEA 0183 version 1 5 or newer signal This concludes system testing If problems with your system persist contact FloScan Technical Support with testing results 1 14 2002 7000 044 00C FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com INSTALLATION PLANNING READ ME FIRST Mechanical amp Electrical Installation Planning Saves Time FloScan systems are not difficult to install Installing one requires only basic electrical amp mechanical skills With forethought and planning your system will be installed with few problems I Installation Preparation Review the mechanical installation instructions then survey your vessel Determine where the Sensor s Pulsation Damper s if used Switches and Instruments are to be mounted Place them at the
29. nd wire shields to the engine block Never connect Instrument or Sensor Ground wires to the hull engine block or other machinery On Instruments with a GPS interface connect FloScan s Data to the GPS signal output Connect Data to the GPS signal ground Do not connect FloScan s Data to the GPS Data Always use non illuminated switches for Totalizer Reset Port Starboard Select Hours Synch and GPH MPG Never use illuminated or back lit switches 5 25 2004 FloScan Instrument Company Inc 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 4001 386 01D Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 email service floscan com http www floscan com OPERATION Series 7000 8000 9000 Gas Multifunction Instrument Series 7000 0 8000 0 9000 0 Gasoline Multifunction Instruments use a microprocessor based non volatile Random Access Memory RAM to store engine hours and gallons of fuel consumed Non volatile RAM requires no power for memory retention All 8 s are displayed for the first 3 seconds when the instrument is powered up For 1 second after that the instrument shows switch positions and software version After completing its start up sequence the instrument goes into normal operating mode If supply voltage drops below 10 VDC on engine start up the instrument may flicker or display 8 s for about 2 seconds If supply voltage drops below 10 VDC the instrument may flick
30. ngines Connect the Yellow wire from pin 8 to the engines tachometer signal wire On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the Violet wire from pin 16 to starboard Outboard Engines Connect the Yellow wire from pin 8 to the engines tachometer signal wire On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the Violet wire from pin 16 to starboard CHRYSLER Except Magnapower I Connect tachometer signal wire s to the engine terminal strip marked ALT JOHNSON EVINRUDE SEADRIVE Connect tachometer signal wire s to the gray wire at key switch harness or Gray Yellow alternator wire on engine terminal strip For 1984 and later model years with standard voltage regulators connect the tachometer signal wire s to either the Gray voltage regulator wire or the Yellow Gray alternator wire on the engine terminal strip MERCURY MARINER Attach tachometer signal wire s to the Yellow Red or Yellow wire terminal on engine rectifier SUZUKI Remove three screws from rear of the throttle control box and remove cover plate Attach tachometer signal wire s to the Yellow wire and shield ground wire to Black wire Keep wires away from the moving parts in control box and reinstall back cover YAMAHA Attach tachometer signal wire s to the Green wire and shield ground wire to the Black wire at underside of shift control box If the Green wire is not accessible at
31. ny Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com X NMEA 0183 Input MPG Nautical Miles per Gallon Problems Error Codes Display Reason o O l Case No signal activity present on NMEA 0183 terminals GPS LORAN C OF for four seconds NMEA OUTPUT not selected Leads not connected A amp B leads reversed Receiving valid NMEA 0183 Version 1 5 or 2 0 GPS satellite reception is poor message speed message invalid GPS LORAN C in startup mode low reading below 0 1 GPH LPH twin both Engine s not running ines Valid NMEA 0183 speed message present Fuel flow reading problem 2 ge g Some pulsing activity present No valid NMEA 0183 Leads connected to wrong source message received in last four seconds GPS LORAN C set to NMEA 0180 or 0182 A amp B leads reversed NMEA message detected Missing GPRMC or GPS LORAN C incompatible with NMEA 0183 ver LCRMA sentence 1 5 or newer 1 An OFF display in the GPH MPG window indicates the FloScan Instrument isn t receiving a NMEA 0183 speed signal from the GPS Check wiring connections to the GPS and verify that it is turned on 2 A Dash Dash Dash display indicates the GPS is in startup mode or satellite reception is poor 3 A Dash 0 Dash 0 display indicates a valid NMEA 0183 speed message is present but that fuel flow readings are so low the FloSca
32. o the MFI or TwinScan instrument ground wire Note FloScan recommends using dedicated 18 AWG shielded cable for tachometer signal wire connections Always Ground wire shields or the shield drain wire in the engine room by connecting to the bonding system or engine block MULTI FUNCTION amp TWINSCAN INSTRUMENT TACHOMETERS for CARBURETOR amp CLOSED LOOP EFI GASOLINE ENGINES with POINTS or STANDARD ELECTRONIC IGNITIONS Inboard amp I O Engines Connect the YELLOW wire from pin 8 to the distributor coil s negative terminal On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the VIOLET wire from pin 16 to starboard Outboard Engines Outboard tachometers are connected to either the engine alternator or tachometer signal wire Connect the YELLOW wire from pin 8 to the engine alternator or tachometer signal wire On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the VIOLET wire from pin 16 to starboard MULTI FUNCTION amp TWINSCAN INSTRUMENT TACHOMETERS for CLOSED LOOP EFI GASOLINE ENGINES with CPU IGNITION SYSTEMS Inboard I O amp Outboard Engines Connect the YELLOW wire from pin 8 to the engines tachometer signal wire On twin engine systems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the VIOLET wire from pin 16 to starboard Outboard Engines Connect the YELLOW wire from pin 8 to the engines tachometer signal wire On twin engine sy
33. ose or Hydraulic Hose Mount the sensor s or sensor assemblies where they re to be installed Mark the hose where it is to be cut Remove hose and bring it to a hydraulic shop Have them cut the hose and install hose ends Reinstall the hoses and install the correct fitting into each sensor or sensor assembly Always assemble fittings using a fuel proof pipe thread sealant Never use Teflon Tape Hoses should not be twisted have adequate slack an ample radius at all bends and be adequately supported at reasonable distances approximately 2 4 feet AP 50 copper sealing washers Connie Seals or Flaretite seals may be required to seal JIC amp SAE fittings IV Electrical Installation Run cables between Sensor s and Instrument s Cables must be adequately supported at reasonable distances approximately 2 4 feet Wire Terminations Referring to the wiring diagram Connect Sensor Instrument and Switches to their respective wires with crimp type butt or ring connectors Always cover connectors and wire ends with heat shrink tubing V System Start Up Prime the fuel system and check for leaks Start and run your engines Look for leaks and other installation problems If system is not operating properly refer to the Troubleshooting Instructions and correct any deficiencies 5 25 2004 4001 386 01D FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http
34. ould travel Up hill when exiting the sensor Its outlet should be at least 1 or 2 inches lower than the fuel pump inlet priming bulb or pulsation damper if used Pulsation Dampers and Priming Bulbs must also be mounted horizontally Installing sensor s 12 upstream of the fuel pump priming bulb or pulsation damper improves system accuracy Install sensors in a protected location away from water spray Model 20A 20B 231 amp 233C gasoline sensors must be installed downstream of a fuel filter or water separator On vessels not equipped with off engine filters we suggest installing a Flow Ezy model ILA 02 filter with 238 micron screen directly to the 20A 20B or 231 Low Flow Sensors inlet Use model 4ILA 04 with 595 micron screens with High Flow 233C Sensors Flow Ezy can be reached at 800 237 1165 Caution NEVER install sensor s downstream of an engine mounted fuel filter NEVER use Teflon Tape when installing sensors Teflon Tape can jam a sensor s rotor Instead always use a fuel proof pipe thread sealant For proper system operation Carburetor Inboard amp I O Engines having diaphragm fuel pumps require Gasoline Pulsation Dampers FloScan Systems are not shipped with Pulsation Dampers as carburetor Inboard and I O engines are no longer in production If you have a Carburetor Inboard or I O engine Pulsation Dampers can be purchased factory direct Standard Flow Dampers are 30 00 each and High Flow Dampers are
35. rument will NOT reset If you neglect to turn OFF the RESET switch 0 0 continues to flash Sensor Selection Referring to the table below verify that the correct flow sensor has been selected by checking the recessed arrow switch setting on the back of the MFI instrument Synchronizer Setting We suggest using the Standard tachometer synchronizer setting On this setting the synchronizer display will show that the engines are synched when running within 50 RPM of each other The FINE setting shows that they re synched when running within 20 RPM The COARSE setting shows they re synched when they are within 100 RPM FINE STANDARD COARSE FLOW SENSOR Within 20 RPM Within 50 RPM Within 100 RPM Examples 20B Flow Sensor at 231 Flow Sensor at Standard 50 RPM increments Coarse 100 RPM increments G FO 1 4 E ro 2 D 3 a mn ues GPH fe eas GPH oer a Window Window Recessed Arrow Recessed Arrow Switch Switch 4 23 2004 7000 04 1 00F FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com Mechanical Installation Series 5400 0 5500 0 56100 7000 0 8000 0 9000 0 TwinScan GPH Instrument Gasoline Engines Inboard I O Outboard FLOW SENSOR INSTALLATION Flow Sensors must be placed in a horizontal section of fuel line at a low point in the fuel system Fuel sh
36. stems the Yellow wire from pin 8 connects to the port engine the VIOLET wire from pin 16 to starboard MULTI FUNCTION INSTRUMENT TACHOMETERS for OPEN RETURN EFI GASOLINE ENGINES with CPU IGNITION SYSTEMS Inboard amp I O Engines Connect the YELLOW wire pin 8 to the engines tachometer signal wire Connect the VIOLET wire pin 16 to ground MULTI FUNCITON INSTRUMENT TACHOMETERS DIESEL ENGINES e Keep existing tachometer Connect the YELLOW and VIOLET wires to the existing tachometer signal wires If one lead is grounded at the pickup or alternator connect the YELLOW wire to the tachometer signal wire Connect the VIOLET wire to a ground buss e Replace existing tachometer Connect the YELLOW and VIOLET wires to the existing magnetic pickup or signal generator If one lead is grounded at the pickup or alternator connect the YELLOW wire to the existing signal wire terminal at the tachometer and connect the VIOLET wire to a ground buss e Install as a new tachometer On engine alternator installations connect the YELLOW wire to the tachometer output terminal usually marked tach or sig and connect the VIOLET wire to a ground buss For mechanically driven A C signal generators and magnetic pickups connect the YELLOW wire to one terminal and the VIOLET wire to the other TWINSCAN INSTRUMENT TACHOMETERS DIESEL ENGINES e Connect the YELLOW wire to one terminal the Port tachometer sender AC signal generator Magnetic
37. tence version 1 5 or newer 7 23 1998 9000 007 00B FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com During normal vessel operation adjusting engine RPM to your maximum MPG MPL reading maximizes your fuel mileage Vessel trim load adjustment of trim tabs water currents and weather conditions also affect your fuel consumption For similar operating conditions dramatic changes in MPG MPL readings indicate possible mechanical malfunction or excessive bottom fouling and should be investigated Your current MPG MPL and GALLONS LITERS readings allow you to quickly and easily estimate your current maximum cruising radius For safety allow a margin of error when calculating your next fuel stop FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com ELECTRICAL Series 5400 0 5500 0 56100 5800 0 6500 0 6600 0 AccuTroll amp CruiseMaster All Multi Function Instruments amp TwinScan SET UP Wire amp Switches Use 18 AWG stranded wire on runs under 50 For runs over 50 use 16 AWG Shielded wire is recommended for all Diesel systems and suggested for Inboard amp I O gasoline systems Always Ground the wire shield or shield drain wires in the engine room by connecting them to the bonding syst
38. wires first BLACK instrument ground m wire to the BLACK sensor wires Connect this junction to the battery s negative terminal Slide heat shrink tubing or the ground buss Connect all other wires leaving the Red power wires for last to prevent overonewiten s 7 i Ff 7 Insert wire ends into butt splice short circuits during installation Crimp butt splice Splicing Splice or join individual wires per the diagram Slide heat shrink tubing over the splices to prevent shorts Do not seal splices until the installation is finished and has been Slide heat shrink tubing tested over butt splice Apply heat HEAT An adequate number of crimp on connectors and heat shrink tubing are included with system The heat shrink is a special type that will bond to wire insulation and make a watertight connection See diagram for proper tubing application Crimp on connectors are sized for 18 or 20 gauge stranded wire 5 21 2004 4001 100 001 FloScan Instrument Company Inc Tel 206 524 6625 Fax 206 523 4961 3016 NE Blakeley Street Seattle WA 98105 email service floscan com http www floscan com Tachometer Wiring Information applies only to MFI amp TwinScan Instrument Tachometers Tachometer signal wires on MFI amp TwinScan Tachometers should be shielded For proper tachometer operation on gasoline EFI engines especially outboards the engine Ground wire must be physically connected t

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