Shindy 17-863 Digital Tachometer User Manual
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The colors that manufacturers use for positive battery leads of ignition coil are shown below for your
convenience. (For motorcycles)
Manufacturer Color of the positive side wire of the coil
Honda
Blue/Yellow, Yellow/Blue or Black/Yellow
Yamaha
Orange or Gray
Manufacturer Color of the positive side wire of the coil
Suzuki
White, Black/Yellow or White/Blue
Kawasaki
Green or Black
*The lead colors listed above may differ depending on the model.
Connecting the external battery (LED light cord) For two-wheeled vehicles:
Using the coupler ○
2
, connect the red lead of the LED light cord to the lead that receives current when the
ignition or the lights are switched on.
*The chargeable lithium battery(ML2430/3V) inside the housing cannot be exchanged. Disassembling
the gauge will cause serious damage such as malfunction and/or foggy display, etc. Disassembling this
device waves all responsibilities and guaranteed of seller. *DO NOT use AC power supply. It will
damage the circuit.
*In case the display disappears in the matter of minutes after being charged, it may be the end of
battery life. Battery exchange must be done by a designated distributor of Daytona.
The colors that manufacturers use for positive battery leads are shown below for your convenience (For
motorcycles)
Manufacturer
Color of positive battery lead
GND
Honda
Red/Black
Green
Yamaha
Brown
Black
Manufacturer
Color of positive battery lead
GND
Suzuki
Orange
Black/White
Kawasaki
Brown
Black/Yellow
*The lead colors listed above may differ depending on the model.
* If the tachometer cannot be connected to the external battery, a 9V dry-cell battery can be connected
instead.
WARNING
*Be sure to install this tachometer correctly, following the instructions so that it does not interfere with the
vehicle's operation. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious or fatal injuries.
*Use ties or clamps to secure the leads to the vehicle's frame.
*If any malfunctions are suspected while operating vehicle, stop immediately in a safe place, then correct the
malfunction. Never try to fix the tachometer while the vehicle is in motion.
*After installation, thoroughly inspect the wiring and correct operation.
CAUTION
*Certain mechanical skills are required to install this tachometer. Therefore, have this job performed by a
trained professional if necessary.
*Do not start the engine or ride the vehicle until all installation work is finished.
*To measure the speed of multi-cylinder engines, attach the sensor cord to a spark plug lead to give the
correct engine speed.
*Do not install the tachometer where it will be subjected to strong impacts or heat.