Tire Pressure Monitoring System Owner’s Manual 017-1-0-0000000
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Notices 3 FCC Notice European Regulations System Scope of Use and Warnings The SmarTire® System and Tire Maintenance System Installation and Usage Reacting to Alerts Use of Chemicals Power Connection 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 Getting Started 6 Receiver 7 Operation 8 How It Works 8 Installation 10 Transmitter Installation Tools Required Installing Transmitter on a Wheel Mounting Tire with Transmitter on Wheel De-mounting the Tire with Transmitter Installed Receiver Installati
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. Notices 2 Technical Specifications Strap Mount Transmitter Basic Receiver US Warranty Canadian Warranty European Warranty 19 19 20 20 22 23 Appendix 24 Glossary Optional Components 24 25 FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. E U R O P E A N R E G U L AT I O N S This device complies with all European Electromagnetic compatibility regulations (95/54 /EC and EN300 220-1). The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the above regulations, and in addition it meets the requirements for low powered transmitters/receivers as defined by the relevant radio approval authority. The regulations are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference or susceptibility.
Getting Started RECEIVER SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. Congratulations! As the owner of this state-of-the-art wireless tire pressure monitoring system, you will enjoy the improved convenience and benefits of having tire pressure information automatically monitored while you are driving.
Operation Low pressure alert A Low Pressure Alert (factory default 22 psi or 1.53 bar), is identified by an audible alarm and a red illuminated light for the affected tire. Alert when parked Parked : If the vehicle is parked, pressure is measured every 20 minutes and data transmitted if the pressure drops to 18 psi (1.25 bar) or lower. If the Receiver is on, it indicates this with a flashing red illuminated light for the affected tire.
Installation SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. T R A N S M I T T E R I N S TA L L AT I O N Caution : Qualified personnel must perform the following installation procedures that highlight the steps required to ensure that the Transmitters are properly installed and undamaged. It does not include any standard procedures normally required in the process of replacing a tire (i.e. lubrication, proper inflation and deflation procedures and any other procedures deemed necessary by the tire manufacturer or dealer).
Attach the corresponding color of washer on the valve stem as shown. (see Fig.4) Some stiff side wall tires (such as “runflats”) require setting the Transmitter between 3 o’clock and 6 o’clock. Start the top bead in front of the mount head assisting with the mounting bar to prevent slippage. FIG.4 Proceed to mount the tire on the wheel. SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. Note: Color washer must stay with the corresponding color Transmitter during installation and tire rotation.
D E - M O U N T I N G T H E T I R E W I T H T R A N S M I T T E R I N S TA L L E D SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. Remove the tire/wheel assembly from vehicle and deflate completely. The Receiver is installed: Transmitter Loosen both beads with the bead loosener shoe opposite the valve stem (away from the Transmitter which is located near the valve stem). Verify the Transmitter location. Orient the wheel to place the Transmitter 3 in.
RECEIVER POWER CABLE PLUG INSERTED INTO UTILITY PLUG OPTIONAL POWER ADAPTER – MOUNT RECEIVER AS SHOWN Service and Warranty C O M P O N E N T PA RT N U M B E R S SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. 069.0001 I NSTALLATION KIT 16 200.0059 BASIC RECEIVER 200.0100 TRANSMITTER (4 ) 069.0002 CABLE KIT 264.0115 STRAP (4 ) For universal vehicle installations, the Basic Receiver can be plugged into a utility power outlet or cigarette lighter socket using the supplied power cable.
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. TROUBLESHOOTING T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Problem Cause and actions Strap Mount Transmitter Receiver lights do not turn on No power to Receiver. Check power connection at receiver end and at utility plug. Check fuse in power plug. Reseat connectors if required. Ensure the lead is not plugged into the diagnostic port.
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. Basic Receiver Power Consumption 20 ma. nominal, 125 ma. maximum during alert Operating Temperature Range - 40° F to 185° F (- 40° C to 85° C) Frequency 433.92 MHz ± 75 KHz Size 2.85” W x 3.08” D x 0.87” H (72 mm W x 78 mm D x 22 mm H) Weight 67 gm (2.4 oz) Operating Humidity 100% non condensing Telephone 604-276-9884 to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Send the postage prepaid package with the defective unit and RMA number to: SmarTire USA Inc.
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. 22 C A N A D I A N WA R R A N T Y E U R O P E A N WA R R A N T Y This Warranty covers substantial manufacturer’s defects in workmanship and materials. It does not cover any unit that is damaged beyond normal usage, was not properly installed, was subjected to chemical contact, or other acts or omissions not sanctioned by the Owner’s Manual.
SMARTIRE SYSTEMS INC. 24 Appendix OPTIONAL COMPONENTS G L O S S A RY Full Function Display (two versions) See Full Function Display manual for details on installation and operation. Cold Pressure The vehicle manufacturers recommended inflation pressure of a tire at ambient temperature (64° F or 18° C). Low Pressure Alert The audible and visual alert activated when the tire’s Actual Pressure drops to the programmed value. K IT N UMBER 061. 4000 FULL FUNCTION DISPLAY K IT N UMBER 061.
