PRODUCT MANUAL

MULTI-VOLTAGE COOLANT LEVEL MODULE

Part No. 1739

 DISCLAIMER

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 Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd (RCT)
assumes no responsibility for its use or infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.

 All examples and diagrams shown in this manual are intended only as an aid to understanding the text, not to guarantee operation.
Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd (RCT) will accept no responsibility for actual use of the product based on these illustrative
examples.

 Please contact your nearest Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd (RCT) branch for more information concerning applications in life
critical situations or high reliability.

 Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd (RCT) reserves the right to make changes to any product herein to improve reliability, function
or design. All specifications are subject to change without notice.

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 Contents

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS 4

PRODUCT OVERVIEW 5

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 5

OPERATION AND USE 6

INSTALLATION GUIDE 7
WIRING CONNECTIONS 7
EXTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM (543k) 8

CALIBRATION 9

SERVICE INFORMATION 9
SERVICE SCHEDULE 9
SERVICE PROCEDURE 9
TEST PROCEDURE 9

PARTS LIST 9

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10

COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS 10

TROUBLESHOOTING 10

GLOSSARY 11

WARRANTY 11

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 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
PERSONAL SAFETY
■ Everyone is responsible for safety.
■ The installer/service personnel should be trained and authorized to complete the required work.
■ Ensure that the machine is safely isolated during installation and testing to protect all personnel.
■ Complete all required risk assessments and job safety analysis (JSA) before commencing work.
■ Observe all site specific and machine OEM procedures regarding the following:
– working at heights
– working in heat
– working in confined spaces
– all other site specific occupational health and safety (OH&S) procedures

MACHINE
■ Carry out all prestart operations as per site and machine OEM procedures.
■ Ensure the machine is safely isolated during installation and testing to protect the machine and other
equipment in the area.
■ Do not operate any machine with a known fault and report all findings to the supervisor in writing.
■ Test and operate machine as per machine OEM and site procedures.
■ Read and understand machine and site specific operational and testing instructions.

PRODUCT
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.
■ Retain product and installation instructions for future use.
■ Ensure that RCT’s recommended service procedures are included in the machine’s service routine.
■ Observe all machine, site and RCT product warnings.
■ Follow all machine, site and RCT product operating procedures at all time.

The application of safety should not be limited to the above recommendations.

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 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

®
The Muirhead Multi-Voltage Coolant Level Module, part number 1739, is designed to monitor engine
coolant levels on motor powered equipment to prevent premature engine failure. In the event of a blown
hose or cracked seal, most engine temperature gauges and protection systems will not detect loss of coolant
fluid.

The coolant level module eliminates these concerns by warning the operator that the coolant has reached a
dangerously low level. This warning allows the operator enough time to take preventative action before major
engine damage occurs.

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

 Multi-Voltage 12–24 V
 Audible and visual warnings
 Reduces costly engine repairs
 Extends service hours of equipment
 Extends engine and equipment component life
 Reduces operator responsibility
 Guards against engine failure
 Environmentally sealed – IP67

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 OPERATION AND USE
On detection of coolant loss (when the coolant level falls below the level of the sensor causing it to open
circuit), the blue wire switches the output to the purple wire, activating the individual warning indicator and
alarm (the indicator on the 1739 control unit will be illuminated when the correct coolant level is detected).

Once the coolant is replenished to the correct level the alarms will cease.

IMPORTANT NOTICE!
PLEASE READ PRIOR
TO INSTALLATION OF PRODUCT

MUIRHEAD®
MULTI-VOLTAGE COOLANT LEVEL DETECTORS
LCM
(1739)

THE MANUFACTURER ADVISES THAT THE INPUT TO THE

COMMON CIRCUIT OF THE CHANGEOVER RELAY (BLUE
WIRE) MUST BE PROTECTED FROM CURRENT
OVERLOAD. THE RELAY IS RATED AT 10 AMPS
CONTINUOUS USE. WE SUGGEST UPON INSTALLATION
THAT AN INLINE 10 AMP (MAX) FUSE BE FITTED IN THE
RELAYS COMMON CONTACT CIRCUIT (BLUE WIRE).
PLEASE REFER TO THE SUGGESTED FITTING
INSTRUCTIONS DRAWING No. 121b.

WARRANTY WILL BE VOID

IF IT IS FOUND THAT A UNIT HAS FAILED DUE TO
CURRENT OVERLOAD, i.e. (CONTACTS DAMAGED OR
PCB TRACKS BLOWN) AND SUFFICIENT CIRCUIT
PROTECTION HAS NOT BEEN INSTALLED.

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 INSTALLATION GUIDE
1. Fit the control unit in a suitable location, preferably in the instrument panel area.

2. Refer to the wiring table below and the wiring diagram in this manual to connect the control unit. Ensure
the loom is in a protected area as possible and is away from moving machine parts.

1. The coolant level sensor should be installed in the top tank of the radiator as close to the top of the core
as possible, do not allow the tip of the probe to touch any metal. A suitable sealant should be used when
installing the sensor.

 The coolant level sensor is best located near the centre of the top of the tank to reduce the false
indication of coolant loss due to the tilting of the vehicle (when going around corners).
 The pictures below show examples of the location of the coolant level sensor installed in a VDJ and
HZJ LandCruiser.

VDJ HZJ

Notes:

 For the system to operate correctly, a conductive coolant must be used.

 If the top of the tank is of the shallow type, it is recommended that two coolant level sensors be installed;
one coolant level sensor on the far left of the top tank and the other on the far right of the top tank. Wire
sensors in parallel; this will reduce the false indication of coolant loss due to vehicle tilt.
 Always ensure that the radiator tank is earthed, do not allow the tip of the probe to touch the baffles in
the radiator. If installed into a plastic header tank, a second sensor may be required to provide a ground
circuit.
 For radiators with very thin walls, a light duty coolant level sensor is available.
 A hole should be tapped at the sensor location only if there is sufficient metal to produce enough
threads, if this is not possible then a bushing can be soldered into the top tank.

WIRING CONNECTIONS

COLOUR DESCRIPTION
Purple Positive alarm output
Blue Fused ignition supply (fuse not supplied with kit)
Brown Normally open contact of relay (must be insulated if not used)
Red Ignition supply
Black Earth

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REV ZONE DESCRIPTION BY DATE
A A
CUT LINK FOR
INTERMITTENT
OUTPUT
B B
LED TO INDICATE
SYSTEM OK
NO NC
C
BN
BU
PU
WH

RD
BK

C C
D D
ALL DIMENSIONS IN MILLIMETERS
UNCONTROLLED DOCUMENT
SCALE
TO COOLANT POSITIVE OUTPUT NTS A4
LEVEL PROBE TO ALARMS 3rd ANGLE
E PROJECTION E
EXTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM (543k)

www.rct.net.au
COPYRIGHT - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
This drawing is the property of REMOTE
EXAMPLE EXAMPLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD (RCT),
and is not to be copied or used in whole or in
part for any purpose without the express
authority of RCT. The drawing is to be returned
to RCT, on demand.
10A

+
COOLANT +
F FUSE F
LEVEL L L LED ALARM
NOT -
PROBE
SUPPLIED

-
MODULE COOLANT
GROUND VIA LEVEL MULTI
COOLANT VOLTAGE
TO TANK
OPTIONAL WIRING: EARTH IGNITION N/O CONTACT FUSED EXTERNAL WIRING
G
WHEN INSTALLING SUPPLY OF RELAY IGNITION G
TWO SENSORS, SUPPLY
WIRE IN PARALLEL
PART
1739
WIRE LEGEND WIRING FUNCTION NO
STOCK
CODE LCM
BK - BLACK PK - PINK RD - IGNITION SUPPLY BY CAMB
DRN DATE 23/07/15
BU - BLUE PU - PURPLE BK - EARTH CW
APPD CAMB DATE 03/09/15
H BN - BROWN RD - RED WH - PROBE SHEET
1 of 1 H
GN - GREEN WH - WHITE BN - N/O CONTACT OF RELAY STATUS
GY - GREY YL - YELLOW BU - C CONTACT OF RELAY Released
DWG No REV
OR - ORANGE TQ - TURQUOISE PU - N/C CONTACT OF RELAY 543k 0

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 CALIBRATION
TBA

SERVICE INFORMATION
SERVICE SCHEDULE
The manufacturer recommends that the following service procedure should be performed at each machine’s
scheduled service interval.

SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Perform a visual inspection; include the following:

a) Control unit
b) Wiring connections and looms
c) Coolant level sensor(s)
d) Engine fluids

2. Perform a system test as per the Test Procedure.

TEST PROCEDURE
Start and run the engine; disconnect terminal from coolant level sensor(s). The individual warning indicator
and the audible alarm will activate; once reconnected, alarm will cease.

PARTS LIST
PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1739 Multi-voltage coolant level module 1

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 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions, control unit only Length: 65 mm | Width: 37 mm | Height/Depth: 22 mm

Dimensions, boxed for freight Length: 65 mm | Width: 37 mm | Height/Depth: 22 mm

Weight, control unit only 0.10 kg

Weight, including harness and
0.10 kg
packaging for freight
Input voltage 12 V to 24 V

Operating temperature range 0 °C to 70 °C

Connection types Fly leads

Inputs Ignition, coolant level sensor(s), earth

Min & max input voltage 7 V to 30 V

Circuit protection required 10 A Fuse, Reverse Polarity Protected

Enclosure type LCM

Environmental protection IP rating IP67

Programming/adjustment Not available

COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS

TBA

TROUBLESHOOTING
FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE
Unit not working. Check wiring and connections.
Intermittent fault. Check wiring and connections.

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 GLOSSARY

A Amp (Ampere) N/A Not Applicable

AC Alternating Current N/C Normally Closed
AMS Advanced Management System N/O Normally Open
CAN Controller Area Network OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
CMIO Control Master Input Output PCB O/P Outputs
CMR Control Master Receiver Out Output
CMT Control Master Transmitter PB Push Button
CM2200 Control Master 2200 Remote Set PC Personal Computer
COMMS Communications PCB Printed Circuit Board
CPU Central Processor Unit PIN Personal Identification Number
DC Direct Current PLC Programmable Logic Controller
E.G. For example POT Potentiometer
FET Field Effect Transistor PPM Pulses Per Metre
GND Ground PWM Pulse Width Modulation
H Hours PWR Power
HEX Hexidecimal Numbering System RCT Remote Control Technologies Pty Ltd
ID Identity Rev Revision
i.e That is RF Radio Frequency
In Input RH Relative Humidity
IP Ingress Protection RPM Revolutions per minute
kg Kilogram RX Receiver
Recommended Standard (number 232)
Km/h Kilometres Per Hour RS232 for serial data transfer
LCD Liquid Crystal Display SYS System
LED Light Emitting Diode TOV Text On Video
LK Link TX Transmitter
M Minutes V Volts
mA Milli Amps VSC Variable Spray Controller
MAX Maximum WSC Water Spray Controller
MCU Multi Control Unit °C Degrees Centigrade
MFU Multi Function Unit # Number
Mega Hertz (million(s) cycles per
MHz second) < Less Than
MIN Minimum > Greater Than
mm millimetres % Percentage
mW Milli Watts

WARRANTY
Please see the RCT standard warranty, available on our website - www.rct.net.au.

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