RENR4911

March 2001

Service Manual
Exhaust Temperature Scanner
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Important Safety Information

Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by failure to
observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially
hazardous situations before an accident occurs. A person must be alert to potential hazards. This
person should also have the necessary training, skills and tools to perform these functions properly.
Improper operation, lubrication, maintenance or repair of this product can be dangerous and
could result in injury or death.
Do not operate or perform any lubrication, maintenance or repair on this product, until you have
read and understood the operation, lubrication, maintenance and repair information.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this manual and on the product. If these hazard
warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons.
The hazards are identified by the “Safety Alert Symbol” and followed by a “Signal Word” such as
“DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. The Safety Alert “WARNING” label is shown below.

The meaning of this safety alert symbol is as follows:

Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety is Involved.
The message that appears under the warning explains the hazard and can be either written or
pictorially presented.
Operations that may cause product damage are identified by “NOTICE” labels on the product and in
this publication.
Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The
warnings in this publication and on the product are, therefore, not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure,
work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used,
you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others. You should also ensure that the
product will not be damaged or be made unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance or
repair procedures that you choose.
The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are on the basis of information that
was available at the time that the publication was written. The specifications, torques, pressures,
measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can
affect the service that is given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before
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current publication form numbers available, see the Service Manual Contents Microfiche, REG1139F.

When replacement parts are required for this

product Caterpillar recommends using Caterpil-
lar replacement parts or parts with equivalent
specifications including, but not limited to, phys-
ical dimensions, type, strength and material.

Failure to heed this warning can lead to prema-

ture failures, product damage, personal injury or
death.
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Systems Operation Section
Engine Monitoring System
System Description ................................................. 4
Thermocouples ....................................................... 4
Mounting (Retrofit Mounting) .................................. 4
Wiring ...................................................................... 6
Normal Operation ................................................. 10
Keypad (Overview) ............................................... 10
Start-up Sequence ................................................ 11
Setpoints ............................................................... 12
System Configuration Parameters (Scanner) ....... 13
Alarm Description ................................................. 17
View Alarms .......................................................... 19
Combination Locks ............................................... 20

Testing and Adjusting Section

Engine Monitoring System
Calibration (Scanner) ............................................ 21

Reference Information Section

Worksheet ............................................................. 22

Index Section
Index ..................................................................... 23
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Systems Operation Section
Engine Monitoring System
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System Description
SMCS Code: 1000
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Illustration 1
179-9001 Pyrometer (Main)
The 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main) is an electronic
scanner for exhaust temperatures. The scanner
can monitor 24 points via standard type K
thermocouples. An LCD displays the number of
the channel and the temperature in C or F. The
scanner has two switches that can be wired to
alarms or relays. The scanner can provide readings,
monitoring, and alarms for the temperatures of 20
cylinder exhaust ports and four turbocharger inlets
and/or outlets.
The scanner has a microprocessor for processing
the input signals. The microprocessor has
non-volatile memory for storing programmable
parameters and other data. The user interface is
a keypad. The following functions are among the
uses of the keypad:
• Change the display of the temperatures to C or

F.
• Select automatic display or manual display for
the scan.
• Display a history of channels which have
exceeded the setpoints.
• Change the filter for the display in order
to stabilize the readings for a signal that is
fluctuating.
• Program the temperature setpoints.
• Lock the keypad in order to help prevent
changing of the non-volatile memory.
• Calibrate the scanner.
The scanner can monitor temperatures from
0 to 850 C (32 to 1562 F). Six temperature
setpoints for the alarms can be programmed with
the keypad. If an alarm occurs, the scanner has
two output switches that can provide a signal to an
indicator, a switch, or a relay.
The range for the input voltage is 10 to 32 VDC. A
power supply of 12 or 24 VDC can be used.
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Thermocouples
SMCS Code: 1000
The 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main) is designed to
operate with standard type K thermocouples. The
thermocouples may be grounded or ungrounded.
However, ungrounded thermocouples are
recommended, when possible.
Any unused circuits for the inputs of the
thermocouples must be shorted. See Testing and
Adjusting, “Unused Channels” in the Testing and
Adjusting, “Wiring” topic.
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Mounting
(Retrofit Mounting)
SMCS Code: 1000
The 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main) is usually installed
on the instrument panel at the factory. However,
some installations are retrofitted.
The following instructions can be used to install
a new scanner onto an instrument panel for
replacement of an older pyrometer. The 190-0398
Parts Kit is needed for the installation.
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Illustration 2 Illustration 4
Dimensions of the 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main) (1) 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main)
(2) 180-2959 Adapter Plate
(3) 030-1193 Screw
(4) 4B-4274 Washer
(5) 4L-1250 Nut (not shown)

A 6 mm (1/4 inch) bead of 3S-6252 Sealant is

applied to the joint between scanner (1) and plate
(2). The scanner is attached to the plate with three
10-32 screws (3).

A 6 mm (1/4 inch) bead of 3S-6252 Sealant is

also applied to the joint between plate (2) and
the mounting surface. The plate is attached to the
mounting surface with four screws (3), washers (4),
and nuts (5) (not shown).

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Illustration 3
Dimensions of the holes for mounting of the scanner

The scanner is mounted inside a control panel.

Alternatively, the scanner is attached to a suitable
flat surface at a height that is convenient for viewing.

Do not install the LCD in direct sunlight.

The operational temperature range of the display is

−20 to 75 C (−4 to 167 F).
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Wiring
SMCS Code: 1000

Wiring for the 179-9001 Pyrometer

(Main)

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Illustration 6
Typical example of a retrofitting
(1) 5P-0653 Wire
(2) 6A-3361 Electrical Wire
(3) 109-3038 Wire End

Typically, red wire (1) is used for the +battery side.

Black wire (2) is used for the return. The wires are
crimped into wire ends (3). The wiring is secured to
the terminal strip inside the panel.

The other ends of the wires are inserted into

the scanner’s connector. For an example of
identification of the terminals, see Table 1.

Wiring for the Thermocouples

Only type K thermocouples are used. All of the
wiring for the thermocouples must be type K.

Insulation on the wiring is resistant to moisture.

Insulation that also has more resistance to heat is
on wiring for higher ambient temperatures.

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Illustration 5
Wiring diagram for the 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main)
For an example of the pin numbers for the connections of the
thermocouples, see Table 1.

Power Supply
The range for the input voltage is 10 to 32 VDC. A
12 volt battery or a 24 volt battery can be used.
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Illustration 7
Typical example of a retrofitting
(1) 116-2652 Electrical Cable
(2) 3S-2093 Cable Strap
(3) 4P-8134 Clip
(4) 5P-0537 Hard Washer
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Normally, the thermocouples are wired directly to

the scanner. This is the preferred method of wiring.

For retrofitting of the scanner, cable (1) can be

spliced to the wiring from the thermocouples. The
cable has pairs of wires inside the insulation: one
of the wires is yellow and one of the wires is red.
The yellow wire is spliced to the positive supply for
the thermocouple and the red wire is spliced to the
negative return.

The wiring is tied into a bundle by straps (2). The

straps are secured to the panel with clips (3).
Washers (4) are used between the clips and the
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Illustration 9
(8) 160-7689 Connector Plug
(9) Bolt

Connector (8) is secured to the scanner with bolt

(9). The bolt is tightened to a torque of 6 ± 1 N·m
(53 ± 9 lb in).

g00766270 Each wire is identified for installation into connector

Illustration 8
Typical example of splicing
(5) 2H-2965 Wire Splice
(6) 126-9424 Shrinkable Tube
(7) 5P-1038 Shrinkable Tube
If necessary, the wiring from the thermocouples
and the wiring from the scanner can be crimped
into splices (5) and the splices are soldered.
Each splice is protected with shrinkable tube (6).
Additional protection is provided for each pair of
splices by shrinkable tube (7).
To ensure that an accurate signal is transmitted to
the scanner, any additional junctions and/or splices
are avoided. If new wiring is installed, take care not
to damage the insulation. Take precautions against
later damage from vibration, abrasion, pinch points,
and liquids in conduits. Additionally, it is essential to
use the following practices:
(8). Each wire is crimped into a socket. Each socket
is inserted into the location for the proper pin
number in the connector.
The wiring from the cylinders is connected to
terminals for corresponding channels of the
scanner. For example, the wiring for cylinder 1 is
connected to terminals 1 and 2 of the connector.
The terminals are part of the circuit for channel 1.
Channel 1 represents the number 1 cylinder. For
an example of identification of the channels and
terminals, see Table 1.
Channels 21 through 24 are used for wiring from the
thermocouples for turbochargers.

• Keep high voltage wiring at least 30 cm (12 inch)

away from the thermocouples and the wiring for
the thermocouples. Never wire thermocouples
with any other wiring from sources of high power.

• For diesel engines with electronic fuel injection,

install the thermocouples at least 30 cm (12 inch)
away from wiring for the injectors.

• For spark ignited engines, never wire Illustration 10 g00766341

thermocouples through the same conduit as the (8) 160-7689 Connector Plug
ignition wiring. Use spark plugs with resistors for (10) 126-1774 Cover
lower electromagnetic interference (EMI). Install
the thermocouples at least 30 cm (12 inch) away The terminals in connector (8) are protected with
from wiring for the ignition. cover (10).
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Testing of Thermocouples
If the wiring for the thermocouples must be checked
with an ohmmeter or some other instrument,
disconnect the wiring from the scanner. This will
prevent possible damage to the device’s sensitive
circuitry.
Wiring for the Output Switches
The output switches are rated for a maximum of
35 VDC at 2 amperes. The default configuration of
each solid state switch is normally open.
The output switches can be wired in order to
activate alarms or shutdowns. For example, the
number 1 output switch can be wired for an alarm
and the number 2 output switch can be wired for
a shutdown.
For identification of the terminals for the output
switches, see Table 1.
Input for Engine Rotation
For identification of the terminal for the input for
engine rotation, see Table 1. Typically, the input is
not used. When the input is not used, the circuit is
always open. When the circuit is open, all of the
setpoints are active. It is important for this circuit
to be open during normal engine operation. See
Testing and Adjusting, “Start-up Sequence”.
When the circuit is closed to ground, all of the
setpoints and the output switches are deactivated.
Therefore, the engine is not protected against
problems with exhaust temperatures.
If the input for engine rotation is used, opening of
the circuit indicates that the engine is running. An
external contact must be provided in order to open
the circuit when the engine is running. The external
contact should ground the circuit when the engine
is stopped.
Unused Channels
The circuits of the terminals for channels that are
not used must be shorted. Do not wire the unused
circuits into the harness. Each channel has two
terminals: one terminal is for the positive supply and
one terminal is for the negative return. A jumper
wire is used between the two terminals for each
circuit of the channels that are not used.
Illustration 11 g00773738
Example of a jumper wire for an unused channel
For example, a six cylinder engine with one
turbocharger will typically use eight channels. Six
of the channels are used for thermocouples at the
cylinder exhaust ports. One of the channels is used
for the exhaust inlet to the turbocharger. The eighth
channel is used for the exhaust outlet from the
turbocharger.
The scanner is capable of monitoring 24 channels.
The scanner is self-diagnostic for channels with
open circuits. In order to avoid the diagnostics, the
16 channels that are not used with the six cylinder
engine must be shorted.
Sockets are crimped onto both ends of each
jumper wire in order to install the jumper wire to the
connector. The jumper wires are securely connected
to the correct terminals.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Requirement
When the scanner is installed in a suitable
enclosure, the scanner is designed to meet the
requirements for “CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUP D”
environments.
Wiring Table
Table 1 lists the typical wiring for the scanner for an
engine with 16 cylinders and two turbochargers.
The terminals of the scanner’s connector and the
corresponding channels are identified in the Table.
The pins of the scanner’s connector are dedicated
to the channels regardless of the number of
cylinders and turbochargers. Unused channels
must be shorted.
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Table 1
Identification of Pins for the 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main)
Typical Wiring for 16 Cylinders and Two Turbochargers
Channel Pin Description Channel Pin Description
Channel 1 1 Supply voltage for thermocouple 1 Channel 19 36 Supply voltage for thermocouple 19
Cylinder 1 Right turbo
2 Return for thermocouple 1 inlet 37 Return for thermocouple 19

Channel 2 3 Supply voltage for thermocouple 2 Channel 20 38 Supply voltage for thermocouple 20
Cylinder 2 Right turbo
4 Return for thermocouple 2 outlet 39 Return for thermocouple 20

- 5 Unused Channel 9 40 Supply voltage for thermocouple 9

Cylinder 9
- 6 +Battery power 41 Return for thermocouple 9
- 7 Return Channel 10 42 Supply voltage for thermocouple 10
Cylinder 10
- 8 Unused 43 Return for thermocouple 10
- 9 Unused Channel 21 44 Supply voltage for thermocouple 21
Shorted
Channel 13 10 Supply voltage for thermocouple 13 45 Return for thermocouple 21
Cylinder 13
11 Return for thermocouple 13 Channel 22 46 Supply voltage for thermocouple 22
Shorted
Channel 14 12 Supply voltage for thermocouple 14 47 Return for thermocouple 22
Cylinder 14
13 Return for thermocouple 14 Channel 11 48 Supply voltage for thermocouple 11
Cylinder 11
Channel 3 14 Supply voltage for thermocouple 3 49 Return for thermocouple 11
Cylinder 3
15 Return for thermocouple 3 Channel 12 50 Supply voltage for thermocouple 12
Cylinder 12
Channel 4 16 Supply voltage for thermocouple 4 51 Return for thermocouple 12
Cylinder 4
17 Return for thermocouple 4 - 52 Unused
- 18 Unused - 53 Unused
- 19 Unused Channel 23 54 Supply voltage for thermocouple 23
Shorted
Channel 15 20 Supply voltage for thermocouple 15 55 Return for thermocouple 23
Cylinder 15
21 Return for thermocouple 15 Channel 24 56 Supply voltage for thermocouple 24
Shorted
Channel 16 22 Supply voltage for thermocouple 16 57 Return for thermocouple 24
Cylinder 16
23 Return for thermocouple 16 - 58 Return for output switch 2
Channel 5 24 Supply voltage for thermocouple 5 - 59 Supply voltage for output switch 2
Cylinder 5
25 Return for thermocouple 5 - 60 Supply voltage for output switch 1
Channel 6 26 Supply voltage for thermocouple 6 - 61 Return for output switch 1
Cylinder 6
27 Return for thermocouple 6 - 62 Input for engine rotation
Channel 17 28 Supply voltage for thermocouple 17 - 63 Spare input
Left turbo inlet
29 Return for thermocouple 17 - 64 Unused
Channel 18 30 Supply voltage for thermocouple 18 - 65 Software program
Left turbo
31 Return for thermocouple 18 - 66 Shield for data (RS485)
outlet
Channel 7 32 Supply voltage for thermocouple 7 - 67 Software program
Cylinder 7
33 Return for thermocouple 7 - 68 Software program
Channel 8 34 Supply voltage for thermocouple 8 - 69 Supply voltage for data (RS485A)
Cylinder 8
35 Return for thermocouple 8 - 70 Return for data (RS485B)
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Normal Operation
SMCS Code: 1000
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Illustration 12
Typical normal displays
(1) Cylinder temperature
(2) Turbocharger inlet temperature
(3) Turbocharger outlet temperature
Note: The display will scroll automatically if the
“AUTOSCAN” is set to “YES”. Otherwise, the
operator must scroll through the display manually.
For information on configuring the “AUTOSCAN”,
see Systems Operation, “System Configuration
Parameters”.
During normal operation, the top line of the
display scrolls through all of the configured
cylinder temperatures. The average of the cylinder
temperatures is displayed on the bottom line.
Note: The temperatures can be displayed in units of

C or F. For information on configuring the “UNITS”,
see Systems Operation, “System Configuration
Parameters”.
The display also scrolls through all of the
temperatures that are configured for the
turbochargers. “TI” represents the turbocharger
exhaust inlet. “TO” represents the turbocharger
exhaust outlet.
The display scrolls through the channels in
numerical order at the rate of approximately two
seconds per channel. The process is repeated
continuously.
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Keypad
(Overview)
SMCS Code: 1000
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Illustration 13
Keypad
The scanner has a keypad with eight keys. The
keypad is used to perform the following functions:
• Configure the scanner.
• View the temperatures.
• View the values of the setpoints or change the
values.
• Calibrate the scanner.
Note: Certain functions of the keypad can be
locked in order to prevent changes to the scanner’s
non-volatile memory. For information on locking of
the keypad, see Systems Operation, “Combination
Locks”.
“VIEW ALARMS” – This key enables the
operator to perform the following activities:
• View the status of the input for engine rotation.
• Review the log of the highest cylinder temperature.
• View the log of the channels that have exceeded
the setpoints.
• Clear the logs.
The logs are helpful in determining the maximum
cylinder temperature that has been reached and
the thermocouples that have been responsible for
activating an alarm.

“SETUP” – This key is used to configure
the scanner for the particular installation.
“RESET” – This key acts as a reset for
the scanner. The “RESET” key enables the
operator to reset the scanner if an alarm
occurs. The key is used to clear the output switches.
The “RESET” key can also reset the start-up timer.
For information on the start-up timer, see Systems
Operation, “Start-up Sequence”.
“ENTER/ACK” – This key is used for
several functions.
The “ENTER/ACK” key is used to save new data or
a new configuration in non-volatile memory.
The “ENTER/ACK” key is used to acknowledge an
active alarm.
The “ENTER/ACK” key can also cancel the start-up
timer.
“SETPTS” (setpoints) – This key is used
to view each of the six setpoints for the
alarms. The key is also used to change the
setpoints. When the key is pressed, the description
of each setpoint and the temperature of the setpoint
is displayed.
“ESC” (escape) – This key can be used
at any time to return to the normal
display. If the “ESC” key is pressed during
programming, the revised values are discarded.
The configuration returns to the saved values and
the normal display is resumed.
Up Arrow and Down Arrow – These keys
are used for several different functions.
During normal operation, each press of the up
arrow key increments the channel one at a time.
The down arrow key decreases the channel.
The arrow keys are used to scroll through the
selections in the setup mode. The keys are used
to change the values for the filter. For information
of the setup and the filter, see Systems Operation,
“System Configuration Parameters”.
The arrow keys are used to change the values of
setpoints.
The arrow keys are used to calibrate the scanner.
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Start-up Sequence
SMCS Code: 1000
The sequence for start-up of the scanner occurs
during engine warm-up. The start-up for the scanner
helps prevent unnecessary activation of alarms. The
sequence consists of three basic steps:
1. The input for engine rotation is allowed to open.
This activates the setpoints.
2. The setpoints are armed when the temperature
rises to the programmed value.
3. The start-up timer is activated.
4. The start-up timer expires and all of the alarms
are armed.
Each condition must be met before the next
condition occurs. If the achieved status of any prior
condition is lost, the sequence will restart from that
condition.
Not all of the alarms require all three steps in order
to be armed. Table 2 lists the alarms and the
conditions that are programmed at the factory for
arming of the alarms. For more information on the
alarms, see Systems Operation, “Setpoints” and
Systems Operation, “Alarm Description”.
Table 2
Alarms and Default Conditions for Arming
of the Alarms
Alarm Condition
“CYL DEV” The circuit for the input for engine rotation
is open.
“CYL HI 1” The temperature for arming of the
“CYL HI 2” parameters is achieved.
The start-up timer has expired.
“TO HI 1” The circuit for the input for engine rotation
is open.
“TO HI 2”
“TI HI”
Note: Any alarm can be configured to be armed
by the input for engine rotation only. Any alarm
can also be configured to be armed by all of the
conditions. However, custom wiring, a computer,
and the proper software are required. For more
information, consult the appropriate Caterpillar
Engine Customer Service.
Input for Engine Rotation – It is important for the
circuit of this input to be open during normal
engine operation. When the circuit is open, the
scanner can activate alarms.
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When the circuit is grounded, all the alarms are
deactivated and the engine is not protected against
problems with exhaust temperatures.
It is not necessary to connect the circuit for input
of engine rotation. The circuit is left open by the
factory.
To display the normal screen during operation of
the timer, press the “ESC” key or press one of the
arrow keys. To return to the screen for the start-up
timer, press the “ESC” key again.
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Note: The arming temperature and the start-up timer

Setpoints
are adjusted with the “SETPTS” menu. See Systems SMCS Code: 1000
Operation, “System Configuration Parameters”.
The scanner has six setpoints that can be
Arming Temperature – To arm the alarms, the programmed to help provide protection from
average cylinder temperature must rise above abnormal exhaust temperatures.
the arming temperature. This temperature can be
reprogrammed with the keypad. The setpoints can be programmed within the
temperature range of the scanner. The temperature
The average cylinder temperature must stay above range of the scanner is 0 to 850 C (32 to 1562 F).
the arming temperature during normal operation.
If the average cylinder temperature becomes For information on the effects of the setpoints
less than the arming temperature, the alarms that on the scanner, see Systems Operation, “Alarm
depend on the arming temperature are deactivated. Description”.
Start-up Timer – The start-up timer starts when the
arming temperature is achieved. When the start-up
timer is running, the display shows the time in
minutes and seconds until the timer expires. The
display shows “TIMER”, “xxm”, and “xxs”.

If no alarms are configured to use the timer, the

screen for the start-up timer is not displayed during
start-up of the scanner.

For arming of the selected alarms, the average

cylinder temperature must stay above the arming
temperature until the timer expires. Otherwise, the
timer restarts.

“ENTER/ACK” key

To cancel the start-up timer, press the “ENTER/ACK”

key.

“RESET” key

To reset the timer to the full amount of programmed

time, press the “RESET” key.

“ESC” key

Up Arrow and Down Arrow keys

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Illustration 14
Typical examples of the displays for the setpoints

The following definitions explain the six setpoints:


“SET CYL DEV” (1) – Deviation of an exhaust port
temperature from the average temperature of all of
the cylinders
“SET CYL HI 1” (2) – First setpoint for high cylinder
exhaust temperature
“SET CYL HI 2” (3) – Second setpoint for high
cylinder exhaust temperature
“SET TO HI 1” (4) – First setpoint for high
turbocharger outlet temperature (exhaust)
“SET TO HI 2” (5) – Second setpoint for high
turbocharger outlet temperature (exhaust)
“SET TI HI” (6) – High turbocharger exhaust inlet
temperature
“SETPTS” key
Press the “SETPTS” key one time in order to view
the first setpoint. The description is displayed on
the first line of the screen. The value of the setpoint
is displayed on the second line. Press the key again
in order to view the second setpoint, etc.
If a setpoint is displayed and no key is pressed for
15 seconds, the display will return to the normal
mode.
Use the following procedure to change a setpoint:
Up Arrow and Down Arrow key
“ESC” key
“ENTER/ACK” key
1. Press the “SETPTS” key until the desired setpoint
is displayed.
2. Press the up arrow key or the down arrow key in
order to increase the value or decrease the value.
Note: To discard the new value, press the “ESC”
key without pressing the “ENTER/ACK” key. The
“ESC” key returns the display of the scanner to the
normal screen.
3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save the
new value.
“RESET” key
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“ENTER/ACK” key
The setpoints can also be turned off. To turn OFF a
setpoint, display the setpoint and press the “RESET”
and “ENTER/ACK” keys simultaneously. If a setpoint
is turned OFF and the setpoint is exceeded, the
scanner will not react.
To turn ON the setpoint again, display the setpoint
and press the “RESET” and “ENTER/ACK” keys
again. The last saved value will be displayed. Keep
the setpoints ON during normal engine operation
in order to help provide protection from abnormal
exhaust temperatures.
The setpoints for high exhaust temperatures will
be different for different applications. To determine
a suitable setpoint, calculate the average range
for the particular parameter during normal engine
operation. Adjust the setpoint to a temperature
that is slightly higher than the normal operating
temperature.
To avoid nuisance alarms, select a temperature
that will not normally be reached during engine
operation. However, be sure to adjust the setpoint
so that the scanner can react before the engine can
be damaged by high exhaust temperatures.
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System Configuration
Parameters (Scanner)
SMCS Code: 1000
Before the scanner can be used, the scanner
must be configured for the installation. Most of the
parameters can be programmed with the scanner’s
keypad. Other parameters are programmed at the
factory.
Note: When the configuration of the scanner is
determined, record the information. See the Testing
and Adjusting, “Worksheet”.
Table 3 lists the configuration parameters that are
programmable with the keypad.
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Table 3 Configuring with the Keypad

Configuration Parameters that are Programmable
with the Keypad For configuring the setpoints for the alarms, see
Systems Operation, “Setpoints”.
Number of engine cylinders (“CYLINDERS”)
Number of turbochargers (“TURBOS”) “SETUP” key – This key is used to scroll
through the parameters in the setup menu.
Display only the turbocharger outlet temperature
(“TURBO OUT”).
Display only the turbocharger inlet temperature (“TURBO Up Arrow and Down Arrow – These
IN”). keys are used to select values for the
Display the turbocharger outlet and inlet temperatures parameters in the setup menu.
(“TURBO OUT AND TURBO IN”).
Units for the display (“UNITS”) “ENTER/ACK” key – This key is used to
Automatic scanning or manual scanning (“AUTOSCAN”) save new values.
Value for the scanner’s filter (“FILTER VALUE”)
Setpoint for exhaust port temperature deviation (“SET
To configure parameters with the keypad, press
CYL DEV”) the “SETUP” key during the normal display mode.
After you select the desired configuration, press
Setpoint 1 for high cylinder exhaust temperature (“SET the “ENTER/ACK” key. “SAVED” is then displayed
CYL HI 1”) on the screen.
Setpoint 2 for high cylinder exhaust temperature (“SET
CYL HI 2”) “ESC” key – This key is used to exit from
any function of the setup menu.
Setpoint 1 for high turbocharger outlet temperature
(“SET TO HI 1”)
Setpoint 2 for high turbocharger outlet temperature If you are in the process of configuring but no
(“SET TO HI 2”) changes to the configuration are desired, press
the “ESC” key in order to exit from the menu. The
Setpoint for high turbocharger inlet temperature (“SET scanner will return to the normal display. New
TI HI”) information is saved only if the “ENTER/ACK” key is
Start-up timer (“SET TIMER”) pressed and “SAVED” is displayed on the screen.
Arming temperature (“SET ARM TEMP”) Some of the parameters have more than one level.
For the configuration of the first level, the time limit
Table 4 lists the parameters and the configurations between the keystrokes is 15 seconds. 60 seconds
that are programmed at the factory. are allowed between keystrokes for other levels. If
the time elapses without a keystroke, the scanner
Table 4 automatically returns to the normal display without
Configuration Parameters that are Programmed saving any changes.
at the Factory
“UNITS” – The temperature can be displayed in C
Parameters Default or F. The temperatures are automatically converted
Configuration to the selected units.
Parameters for alarms for output “SET CYL DEV”
switch 1 “SET CYL HI 1” Use the following procedure to change the units:
“SET TO HI 1”
“SET TI HI” 1. Press the SETUP key until “UNITS” appears on
the display.
Parameters for alarms for output “SET CYL HI 2”
switch 2 “SET TO HI 2”
The current units will appear.
Parameters for alarms that are armed “SET TO HI 1”
by the status of the input for engine “SET TO HI 2” 2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to
rotation “SET TI HI” change units.
Parameters for alarms that are armed “SET CYL DEV”
by the arming temperature and the “SET CYL HI 1” Note: To exit this function without changing the
start-up timer “SET CYL HI 2” setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
State of the output switches Normally open
Nonlatching
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3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save the Table 5

change. Values for Filtering and Approximate Time
for Settling of the Display
After “SAVED” appears, the display returns to the
normal mode. The new units and the converted Value Seconds
temperatures are displayed. 1 2

“AUTOSCAN” – This function enables automatic 128 2.5

scrolling of the display. 200 5

For “AUTOSCAN” set to “YES”, the number one 210 6

channel is displayed first. The subsequent channels 220 8
scroll through the display in numerical order at the
rate of approximately two seconds per channel. The 230 10
process is continuously repeated. 240 14

For “AUTOSCAN” set to “NO”, the number one 250 37

channel is displayed first. The operator must scroll
through the subsequent channels. To scroll through
the other channels, the operator must use the up
arrow key or the down arrow key.
Use the following procedure to configure the
“AUTOSCAN”:
1. Press the “SETUP” key until “AUTOSCAN” is
displayed.
2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to
SELECT “YES” or “NO”.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save the
new value.
“FILTER VALUE” – The scanner’s filter is used to
stabilize the reading from a thermocouple with a
signal that is fluctuating. The filtering delays the rate
of updating the information from the thermocouples.
The filtering also delays the reaction of the output
switches.
The values for the filter are numbered from 1 to 255.
The value of 1 represents the minimum filtering. A
value of 255 is the maximum filtering. The default
value is 230. Table 5 lists some examples of the
values and the approximate time for settling of the
display.
253 75
255 204
Use the following procedure to set the value for the
filter:
1. Press the “SETUP” key until “FILTER VALUE” is
displayed.
The display will show the current value.
2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key to
increase the value or decrease the value.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save
the new value.
“CYLINDERS” – This parameter tells the scanner
the number of active cylinders in the engine.
Use the following procedure to configure the
number of engine cylinders:
1. Press the “SETUP” key until “CYLINDERS” is
displayed.
2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key in
order to select the desired number of cylinders.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.

3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save

the new selection.

“TURBOS” – This parameter tells the scanner the

number of active turbochargers on the engine.
This parameter also tells the scanner the number
of thermocouples to monitor for the turbochargers
(inlet and/or outlet).
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Use the following procedure to configure the
number of turbochargers:
1. Press the “SETUP” key until “TURBOS” appears
on the display.
a. Use the up arrow key for selecting the desired
number of turbochargers.
b. Use the down arrow key to select “TURBO
OUT”, “TURBO IN”, or “TURBO OUT AND
TURBO IN”.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
2. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save
the new selection.
“SET ARM TEMP” – The average cylinder exhaust
temperature must achieve the arming temperature
before the scanner activates the start-up timer. The
arming temperature can be set to any temperature
within the range of the scanner. The range of the
scanner is 0 to 850 C (32 to 1562 F).
Use the following procedure to configure the arming
temperature:
“SETPTS” key
1. Press the “SETPTS” key until “SET ARM TMP”
is displayed.
2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key in
order to select the desired temperature.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save
the new selection.
“SET TIMER” – The start-up timer must elapse
before the scanner can monitor the selected
setpoints.
Use the following procedure to set the timer:
“SETPTS” key
1. Press the “SETPTS” key until “SET TIMER” is
displayed.
2. Use the up arrow key or the down arrow key in
order to select the desired number of minutes.
Note: To exit this function without changing the
setting, press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.
3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key in order to save
the new selection.
Default Configuration
Note: The default configurations that are
programmed at the factory can be reprogrammed.
However, custom wiring, a computer, and the proper
software are required. For more information, consult
the Caterpillar Engine Customer Service.
Output Switches – The two output switches can
be dedicated to any combination of setpoints. The
default configuration is listed in Table 4. Each output
switch can be configured to be normally open
or normally closed. The default configuration is
normally open. Each switch can also be configured
for latching or nonlatching. The default configuration
is nonlatching.
Note: The scanner’s filter will delay the reaction of
the output switches.
The output switches will react if the temperature
is exceeded for a selected setpoint. A hysteresis
of 5 C (10 F) prevents the output switches from
rapidly turning on and off when the temperature is
near the threshold. The hysteresis is also a factor
when the temperature falls below the setpoint.
The output of a nonlatching switch is automatically
cleared when the temperature falls below the
setpoint and the hysteresis.
Latching output must be cleared by the operator.
The operator must press the “RESET” key for
approximately three seconds until “RESET” is
displayed.
“SETPOINTS ACTIVE W/ARM TEMP & TIMER” –
This parameter is a condition for arming of the
setpoints for the alarm conditions.
All of the setpoints for the alarms can be configured
to be armed by the input for engine rotation only.
The circuit for the input for engine rotation must
be open in order for the scanner to detect alarm
conditions.
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The setpoints for the alarms can also be configured i01463036

to be armed by the arming temperature and the
start-up timer (“SETPOINTS ACTIVE W/ARM TEMP Alarm Description
& TIMER”). For more information, see Systems
Operation, “Start-up Sequence”. SMCS Code: 1000

Resetting the Factory Defaults System Response

The original factory defaults are saved in the
permanent memory of the scanner. If the parameters
of the scanner have been changed and the original
settings are desired, the scanner can be returned
to the original settings at any time.
Note: If the settings are returned to the factory
default settings, all of the parameters that have been
configured in non-volatile memory will be changed.
Use the following procedure to return the scanner
to the original configuration that was programmed
at the factory:
Conditions for Setpoints
If an alarm condition is detected, the scanner
displays the output for the applicable channel. The
top line displays the channel and the temperature
of the cylinder or turbocharger. The second line
displays “ALARM” and the description of the alarm.
The display flashes. The state of the configured
output switch changes.
Channels without alarm conditions will continue to
display normally.

“SETUP” key

“RESET” key

“SETPTS” key

1. To access the factory settings, depress the

“SETUP” key and simultaneously press the
“RESET” and “SETPTS” keys.

“CAL” will be displayed.

2. Press only the “SETUP” key again.

“DEFS” (defaults) is displayed. Illustration 15 g00765047

Typical displays for alarms

Note: To exit this function without changing the
(1) Exhaust port temperature deviation
settings, press the “ESC” key before you press the (2) High turbocharger inlet temperature
“ENTER/ACK” key. (3) High turbocharger outlet temperature

3. To configure the settings of the scanner to the Table 6 lists the alarms that can be displayed and a
original factory settings, press the “ENTER/ACK” description of the alarm.
key.
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Table 6 • The output of a nonlatching switch is automatically

Descriptions of the Alarms cleared when the alarm ceases.

Alarm Description • Latching output must be cleared by the operator.

“DEV” Exhaust port temperature deviation
The default configuration of the output switches is
“HI 1” Setpoint 1 for high cylinder exhaust nonlatching.
temperature
“HI 2” Setpoint 2 for high cylinder exhaust Use any of the following methods to acknowledge
temperature alarms for latching output:
“TO HI 1” Setpoint 1 for high turbocharger outlet • Acknowledge each individual alarm until all of the
temperature alarms have been acknowledged.
“TO HI 2” Setpoint 2 for high turbocharger outlet
temperature • Press on the “RESET” key for three seconds.
“TI HI” High turbocharger inlet temperature
• Cycle the power.
“ENTER/ACK” key Pressing on the “RESET” key for three seconds or
cycling the power performs the following functions:

• The system is reset for all alarms that have

If an alarm is activated, the display will continue occurred.
to flash until the alarm is acknowledged with the
“ENTER/ACK” key. When the “ENTER/ACK” key is • Output is cleared for all alarms that have not
pressed during an alarm condition, flashing of the been acknowledged.
display ceases.
• The start-up timer is reset.
“RESET” key
Conditions for System Diagnostics
The scanner responds to two conditions that are not
If another alarm exists, the output switch is cleared
programmable as setpoints for alarms:
for five seconds. After the five seconds have
elapsed, the state of the output switch changes
again. Any alarm that has not been acknowledged • Temperatures that are out of range
will flash when that setpoint is viewed on the display.
The display will continue to flash for each alarm • Open circuits for thermocouples
until one of the following conditions occurs:
The range of temperatures for the scanner is
0 to 850 C (32 to 1562 F). If a monitored
• The alarm is no longer active. temperature falls below the minimum, “X LO OOR”
is displayed in order to indicate that the channel is
• The alarm is acknowledged. out of the low end of the range. “X” represents the
number of the channel.
• The “RESET” key is pressed.
If a monitored temperature rises above the
The “ENTER/ACK” key acknowledges each
maximum, “X HI OOR” is displayed in order to
individual alarm. The “ALARM” indication will
indicate that the channel has exceeded the high
continue to display for all active alarms that are
end of the range. In either case, the minimum value
acknowledged but not reset.
or the maximum value is calculated in the average
temperature for cylinder exhaust.
The “RESET” key acknowledges all of the alarms.
The key also resets the alarms.

Both latching output and nonlatching output are

cleared when an alarm is acknowledged.

For an alarm that ceases without being

acknowledged, the two types of outputs react
differently:

If a circuit for a thermocouple becomes open or
if the wiring for the circuit is disconnected from
the scanner, “X TCOPEN” is displayed in order
to indicate the open circuit. For this condition, no
value for the channel is calculated in the average
temperature of cylinder exhaust. If the setpoint
for a parameter of the channel is configured, the
output switch will activate. All unused inputs for
thermocouples must be shorted in order to prevent
this condition.
Priority of Alarm Conditions
If more than one alarm occurs, the alarm that occurs
first is displayed first. However, one channel could
have more than one alarm occurring simultaneously.
There are three levels for two sets of priority for
alarm conditions. One set is for the cylinders and
the other set is for the turbochargers.
The setpoints have a priority because there is more
than one setpoint associated with each channel.
If more than one alarm occurs simultaneously for
one channel, the alarm with the highest priority is
displayed first.
Table 7 lists the priority of the alarm conditions.
Table 7
Priority of Alarm Conditions
Priority Cylinders Turbochargers
1 “CYL DEV” “TO HI 1”
2 “CYL HI 2” “TO HI 2”
3 “CYL HI 2” -
Note: No priority is listed for high turbocharger
inlet temperature (“TI HI”). Unless the setpoint
is programmed for a lower temperature than the
setpoint for turbocharger outlet temperature (“TO
HI”), “TI HI” will be detected first.
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View Alarms
SMCS Code: 1000
“VIEW ALARMS” key – The “VIEW
ALARMS” feature records the highest
cylinder temperature and the four latest
alarms in non-volatile memory. These records are
stored after power is removed from the system. To
review the records, press the “VIEW ALARMS” key.
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When the “VIEW ALARMS” key is pressed, the
status of the input for engine rotation is displayed
first. If the circuit for the input is open, “ENGINE
SENSE ACTIVE” is displayed. If the circuit for the
input is closed, “ENGINE SENSE NOT ACTIVE”
is displayed. For more information, see Systems
Operation, “Start-Up Sequence”.
When the “VIEW ALARMS” key is pressed again, the
highest recorded cylinder temperature is displayed.
The temperature is stored in memory until the
record is cleared.
If any alarms have occurred, further pressing of the
key results in the display of the four most recent
alarms. The particular channel and the indication of
the alarm is displayed. The most recent alarm is
displayed first.
If a new alarm occurs, the oldest record is deleted.
Each record is replaced by the subsequent record.
If no alarms are recorded and the highest cylinder
temperature has been displayed, the display returns
to the normal screen when the “VIEW ALARMS” key
is pressed again.
Use the following procedure to clear the highest
recorded cylinder temperature or the recorded
alarms:
“RESET” key
“ENTER/ACK” key
“ESC” key
1. Press the “VIEW ALARMS” key until the
temperature or the alarm is displayed.
2. Press the “RESET” key.
The screen will display “CLEAR?”.
Note: To exit the “CLEAR?” function without deleting
the record, press the “ESC” key without pressing
the “ENTER/ACK” key. The display will return to the
normal screen.
3. To clear the record, press the “ENTER/ACK” key.
The screen will display “SAVED”.
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Combination Locks
SMCS Code: 1000

The keypad can be locked in order to prevent the

following items from being changed:

• Values for setpoints

• System configuration parameters
• Other records in non-volatile memory
When the keypad is locked, the operator can still
view the output of the scanner and the values of the
programmed parameters.

“ENTER/ACK” key

“ESC” key

“SETPTS” key

To lock the keypad, simultaneously press the

“ENTER/ACK” key, the “ESC” key, and the “SETPTS”
key. The display will show “SAVED” and the lock
will be ON.

If the user tries to save a new value, “LOCKED”

is displayed and display of the normal screen is
resumed.

The keypad is unlocked with the same keys that are

used for locking the keypad. To unlock the keypad,
simultaneously press the “ENTER/ACK”, “ESC”, and
“SETPTS” keys.
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Testing and Adjusting 5. When “ADJUST LO PT” is displayed, use the

up arrow key or the down arrow key to change
Section the display in order to match the setting of the
calibration tool. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key.

“SET HI PT” is displayed.

Engine Monitoring System
6. Adjust the calibration tool for a very high
reading such as 538 C (1000 F) and press the
i01467244 “ENTER/ACK” key.
Calibration (Scanner) “SAMPLING” is displayed first.
SMCS Code: 1000
7. When “ADJUST HI PT” is displayed, use the
The scanner is calibrated at the factory. The up arrow key or the down arrow key to change
the display in order to match the setting of the
scanner should not require additional calibration.
However, the scanner can be calibrated at any time. calibration tool. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key.
The calibration is used to calibrate the temperature
The new calibration is saved only after the
range of the scanner.
“ENTER/ACK” key is pressed and “SAVED” is
Calibration can be performed with the keypad. displayed.
A 163-0096 Diagnostic and Calibration Tool is
required for a reference. After a successful calibration, “SAVED” is displayed
and the scanner returns to the normal screen. The
new calibration values are stored in permanent
Calibration Procedure memory.

Note: Before you perform the calibration, make
sure that the units of the calibration tool match the
units of the scanner (C or F). Calibration must
be performed in an environment with low levels of
electromagnetic interference (EMI).
To exit the function without saving any changes,
press the “ESC” key before you press the
“ENTER/ACK” key.

1. Connect a calibration tool to the terminals for

channel 1. See Systems Operation, “Wiring”. Use
wiring of type K.

The scanner must be calibrated on channel

1 only. The calibration of channel 1 is the
calibration for all of the channels.

Note: During the calibration procedure, 60

seconds are allowed between keystrokes. If 60
seconds elapse without a keystroke, the scanner
automatically returns to the normal mode. The
previous calibration is saved.

2. Depress the “SETUP” key and simultaneously

press the “RESET” and “SETPTS” keys.

“CAL” (calibration) is displayed.

3. Press the “ENTER/ACK” key.

“SET LO PT” is displayed.

4. Adjust the calibration tool for a very low reading

such as 4 C (40 F) and press the “ENTER/ACK”
key.

“SAMPLING” is displayed first.

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Reference Information
Section
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Worksheet
SMCS Code: 1000

Record the configuration parameters for your

scanner in Table 8. Keep the record for future
reference.
Table 8
Worksheet for the Configuration of the Scanner
Serial number Site
Number of cylinders (1) Number of turbochargers (1)

Turbocharger’s Display (1) Units (1) “AUTOSCAN” (1) Start-up Timer (1)(2)


“TO” and “TI” C or F ON/OFF minutes
“TO” only Filtering (1)(3) Arming Temperature(1)
“TI” only value degrees
Setpoints and “SETPOINTS ACTIVE Output Switch 1 Output Switch 2
Temperatures (1) W/ARM TEMP & TIMER” (4) Configured (4) Configured (4)
“CYL DEV” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
“CYL HI 1” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
“CYL HI 2” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
“TO HI 1” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
“TO HI 2” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
“TI HI” Yes or No Yes or No Yes or No
Status of Output Switch 1 (4) Status of Output Switch 2 (4)

Normally open Normally open

Normally closed Normally closed
Latching Latching
Nonlatching Nonlatching
(1) This parameter can be changed with the keypad.
(2) The timer can be set from 1 minute to 30 minutes.
(3) The minimum filtering is 1. the maximum filtering is 255.
(4) This parameter cannot be changed with the keypad.
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Index Section

Index
A V

Alarm Description .................................................. 17 View Alarms .......................................................... 19

Priority of Alarm Conditions ............................... 19
System Response.............................................. 17
W

C Wiring ...................................................................... 6
Wiring for the 179-9001 Pyrometer (Main) ........ 6
Calibration (Scanner)............................................. 21 Wiring Table ......................................................... 8
Calibration Procedure ........................................ 21 Worksheet ............................................................. 22
Combination Locks ................................................ 20

Engine Monitoring System ................................ 4, 21

Important Safety Information ................................... 2

Keypad (Overview) ................................................ 10

Mounting (Retrofit Mounting) ................................... 4

Normal Operation .................................................. 10

Reference Information Section .............................. 22

Setpoints................................................................ 12
Start-up Sequence ................................................ 11
System Configuration Parameters (Scanner) ........ 13
Configuring with the Keypad .............................. 14
Default Configuration ......................................... 16
System Description ................................................. 4
Systems Operation Section ..................................... 4

Table of Contents..................................................... 3
Testing and Adjusting Section ............................... 21
Thermocouples........................................................ 4
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