AstroStart 803M User Manual page 9

CONTINUOUS MODE
The "Continuous Mode" function allows to remove the key from the ignition while leaving the engine running. This
convenient feature allows you to leave the vehicle for short periods of time while the climate controls remain on.
To access Continuous Mode, carry out the Start command before removing the key from ignition when performing the
safety sequence described on page 3. See "STARTING THE ENGINE" on page 6.
Note: Do not carry out the "Stop" command if you perform sequence activated by remote control (Step 7).
Parking lights, engine and preset accessories will remain on for the duration of the programmed runtime.
Remove key, exit vehicle and lock doors. All safety devices will remain active.
If you return to your vehicle before runtime has elapsed, just turn the key to the "ON" position and depress brake pedal.
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HAT STOPS THE ENGINE
For your safety, engine will not start or will stop if:
Ignition switch is in the "ON" position (prevents starting).
Remote control sends the stop command.
Hood is open.
Brakes are applied.
Engine is over-revving (if engine over-revving monitoring is active).
Main switch is OFF.
Safety sequence not valid (parking brake not applied, opening of door detected while remote starter was not
keeping engine running).
M
AIN SWITCH
The main switch is usually mounted under the dashboard.
It is a toggle ON/OFF switch that is used to cancel start functions.
When it is placed in the OFF position, it disables the starting functions.
It does not disable other commands which remain active.
STOP
When engine is kept running by Remote Starter, you can stop it by
pressing,
Option 1 •
button (lights: 1).
Option 2 •
and
Engine and parking lights will shut down.
LOW TEMPERATURE MODE
In Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode, system starts your
engine automatically when passenger's compartment
temperature falls below a preset level (programmable during
installation), see table.
Engine will run for programmed runtime, after which system will wait 2½ hours and then start engine again if temperature
is still below preset level.
To activate/deactivate Low Temperature mode,
Option 1 • press the
button.
Option 2 • press
and
simultaneously (lights: 1).
buttons simultaneously.
Threshold temperature is set for
-5 °C ( 23 °F)
-15 °C ( 5 °F)
-20 °C ( -7 °F)
-30 °C ( -22 °F)
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