RCT Muirhead 3206 Product Manual

Light vehicle/forklift engine protection system

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PRODUCT MANUAL
LIGHT VEHICLE/FORKLIFT ENGINE
PROTECTION SYSTEM
Part No. 3206/9303

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  • Page 1 PRODUCT MANUAL LIGHT VEHICLE/FORKLIFT ENGINE PROTECTION SYSTEM Part No. 3206/9303...
  • Page 2 RCT provides the document to you on an “as is” basis. RCT is not required to provide any updates to this version of the document. RCT may make any change, amendment or modification to the contents in this document without notice to you.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents General Safety Warnings Personal Safety Machine Product Product Overview Features and Functions Operation and Use Engine Coolant Level Engine Temperature Engine Oil Pressure Low Audible Alarm Output Idle Output (Optional) – Not Used Shutdown ETR (Optional) – Not Used Installation Guide Wiring Connections Engine Temperature Sensor...
  • Page 4: General Safety Warnings

    Before applying power to the equipment, the user/repairer/installer must read all product instructions. If in doubt, seek assistance. ■ Ensure electrical connections are made as per RCT’s recommendations. Test circuits prior to connecting power to any component. ■ The equipment contains no user-serviceable parts inside. Return the unit to RCT for repairs.
  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Product Overview ® ® Figure 1 Muirhead Light Vehicle Engine Figure 2 Muirhead Forklift Engine Protection Protection System, part number 3206 System, part number 9303 ® ® The Muirhead Light Vehicle Engine Protection system, part number 3206, and the Muirhead Forklift Engine Protection system, part number 9303, offer engine protection for light commercial vehicles, forklifts and off- road mobile equipment.
  • Page 6: Operation And Use

    Operation and Use When the ignition is switched on, the oil pressure indicator will illuminate along with the engine fault indicator and the audible alarm will sound. Once the engine has started and gained sufficient oil pressure, all alarms will stop. The unit is now monitoring the engine. Once a fault has been detected, the engine fault indicator will flash for ten seconds, along with the indicator of the particular circuit that has caused the fault and the audible alarm will sound.
  • Page 7: Installation Guide

    3. Install the sensors/ switches (see below for more detail). All sensors/ switches should be installed using a suitable thread sealant. All sensors should be installed using a suitable thread sealant. Note RCT recommends that all electrical connections be treated with Electroguard grease (part number 2800). Wiring Connections Pin No.
  • Page 8: Engine Temperature Sensor

    Engine Temperature Sensor Ensuring the engine temperature sensor is installed on the engine side of the vehicle in front of the thermostat. If the engine temperature sensor is not installed on the engine side, the engine temperature will not be sensed correctly.
  • Page 9: External Wiring Diagram (049F)

    External Wiring Diagram (049f) Figure 4 Drawing 049f – Engine warning system external wiring diagram 9 | 16 M0140.docx | Rev 2.5 | Modified on 26/06/2019 | © Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd...
  • Page 10: Calibration

    Calibration Not applicable. Service Information Service Schedule The manufacturer recommends that the following service procedure should be performed at each vehicle’s scheduled service interval. Service Procedure 1. Perform a visual inspection; include the following: a) Control unit b) Wiring connections and looms c) All switches and sensors as below d) Engine fluids 2.
  • Page 11: Test Procedure

    Test Procedure Test each circuit individually. Coolant Level Sensor Every 250 hours or during vehicle scheduled service; 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and verify the coolant level indicator is not illuminated. 2. Disconnect the wire from the coolant level sensor. 3.
  • Page 12: Parts List

    Parts List 3206 – Kit EPS Light Vehicle 12/24 V ETR Part No. Description Quantity 3369 EPS control unit Pressure switch, 8 PSI, 2 terminal, N/O, ⅛ NPT (light duty) 3074 1723 Audible warning alarm 80 dB 1764 Temperature switch, 212 °F / 100 °C, 3/8 NPT, N/C Coolant level probe, ⅛...
  • Page 13: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Dimensions, control unit only: Length: 87 mm | Width: 63 | Height/Depth: 33 Dimensions, boxed for freight: Length: 22 mm | Width: 120 mm | Height/Depth: 120 mm Weight, control unit only: 0.15 kg Weight, including harness / 0.30 kg packaging for freight: Input nominal voltage:...
  • Page 14: Glossary

    Multi-Function Unit Percentage Mega Hertz (million(s) cycles per second) Warranty Please see the RCT standard warranty, available on our website - www.rct-global.com. 14 | 16 M0140.docx | Rev 2.5 | Modified on 26/06/2019 | © Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd...
  • Page 15: Revision History

    Revision History Date Details of change 10/05/2005 Initial document draft and approval 17/06/2014 Added revision table and Glossary 27/07/2015 Updated manual format. 25/09/2015 CamB Revised manual. 06/10/2015 GT/DH Updated Service Procedures section, etc. 13/02/2018 Updated Technical Specifications table. 12/02/2019 Updated manual; added Table of Figures and Revision History sections. 26/06/2019 Updated Overview, Operation &...
  • Page 16 Discover more: www.rct-global.com sales@rct-global.com AUSTRALIA: +61 (0) 8 9353 6577 AFRICA: +27 (0) 83 292 4246 CANADA: +1 705 590 4001 RUSSIA / CIS: +7 (910) 411 11-74 SOUTH AMERICA: +56 9 3417 0004 USA: +1 801 938 9214...

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