Dakota Digital HLY-3073 User manual

MAN# 650094B
HLY-3073/HLY-3074 ROUND OIL TEMPERATURE REV. B
(weather and vibration resistant for exposed environments)
Wiring:
GND - Connect to a main ground location.
PWR - Connect to fused switched 12 VDC power. (An accessory terminal will work for this.)
DIM - Night Dimming: normally not used.
SND - Connect to the temperature sender.
Ground
PWR
SND
DIM
OIL
TEMP
SENDING
UNIT
+12V key on +12V to Dim
Mounting:
The gauge requires a round hole 2-1/16“ in diameter. It should be inserted into the opening from the front
and the U-clamp will be installed from the back. Tighten the two nuts on the U-clamp so that the gauge is secure.
Gauge depth to the back of the case is 1”. Gauge depth including the mounting studs is 1-7/8”.
Factory settings:
Sender type: 300 °F. (must be changed work with SEN-1043 or SEN-1044)
Hi warning point: 202 °F.
This gauge has a user adjustable high warning level, which can be set to indicate when the engine is beginning
to overheat.
Sender choices:
Standard thread
1/8” NPT SEN-1043 (gauge must be set to 40F in sender setup)
3/8” NPT SEN-1044 (gauge must be set to 29F in sender setup)
These senders have a tapered self-sealing thread. The engine and sender threads should be cleaned before
installation and no tape or sealant should be used on the threads. The sender is typically mounted in the oil tank or
it can replace the drain plug on some models. Make sure that the sender tip can get into the oil flow. The sender
must be a Dakota Digital temp unit. Sending units from other manufacturers will cause incorrect readings. If a
sender is not connected properly, the display will show “EEE”. If the SND terminal is shorted to ground, the display
will show “---”.

MAN# 650094B
Setting the warning limits and sender setup:
The SND terminal is used to enter and change the warning settings. You will need a wire connected to the
SND terminal that can be momentarily grounded while you watch the gauge. The DIM terminal unhooked so that it
does not interfere with the setup.
1. To enter the set mode, turn the key on with the SND wire not grounded. The gauge will display “SEt”.
2. Ground the SND wire. The gauge will display “Snd”. (If you wait too long the gauge will exit the setup
routine and you will need to repeat step #1).
3. Release the SND wire. The gauge will display the current setup. “40F” is for SEN-1043 F, “20C” is for
SEN-1043 C, “29F”is for SEN-1044 °F, and “14C”is for SEN-1044 °C. “30F” and “15C” are for sender
SEN-1041.
4. Each time you momentarily ground the SND wire the setup will change.
5. When the desired setup value is displayed, keep the SND wire grounded for about 2 seconds. The gauge
will display “ HI”.
6. Release the SND wire. The gauge will display a current high temperature warning point. The adjustment
range varies depending on the sender selected.
7. Each time you momentarily ground the SND wire the number will change.
8. When the desired high warning value is displayed, keep the SND wire grounded for about 2 seconds. The
gauge will display “--”.
9. Turn the key off.
Troubleshooting guide.
Problem Possible cause Solution
Gauge will not light up PWR terminal does not have power. Connect to a location that has power.
GND terminal does not have a good Connect to a different ground location.
ground.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for service. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but does Loose connection on SND terminal. Reconnect wire.
not read correctly. Poor ground connection. Move ground to different location
Gauge sender setup is incorrect. See “Setting sender setup” in the manual.
Voltage or wiring problem in the Check wiring harness for loose or damaged wires.
vehicle wiring harness.
Gauge lights up, but displays Gauge is damaged. Gauge must be returned for service. (see instructions)
“Er0”.
Gauge lights up, but displays SND terminal is shorted to ground. Check wire for damaged insulation. Replace if necessary.
“---”. Sender is damaged. Replace sender.
Gauge lights up, but displays Sender is not connected to gauge. Connect SND terminal on gauge to sender terminal.
“EEE”. Wire between gauge and sender is Test and replace wire.
broken.
Sender is not grounding properly. Sender grounds through it’s mounting threads. Make sure the threads
are clean. Do Not Use Tape or Sealant on Sender Threads.
Sender is damaged. Replace sender.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for service. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but displays Gauge is sender setup needs to be See “Setting sender setup” in the manual.
“Er4”. reset.
Gauge lights up, but displays Gauge warning points need to be See “Setting the warning limits” in the manual.
“Er5”. reset.
Gauge flashes constantly. Warning limits are not set properly. Reset warning limits.
Vehicle is overheating. Check coolant system.
Gauge will not dim. DIM terminal is not connected correctly. Check wiring connections.
Gauge remains dim at all DIM terminal is getting power all Connect DIM wire to location that only has power when the headlights
times. of the time. are on.
Battery is very low. Recharge or replace vehicle battery.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for service. (see instructions)

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Technical specifications
Minimum operating voltage - 7 VDC
Maximum operating voltage - 17 VDC
(operating at or near maximum voltage for an extended time can damage unit)
SEN-1041 SEN-1043 SEN-1044
Maximum temperature reading - 305F (150C) 396°F (202°C) 300°F (149°C)
High Warning Range - 131-260°F (55-126°C) 179-323°F (82-161°C) 159-286°F (70-141°C)
Gauge Resolution - 1F (1C) for 75°F - 260°F
Gauge accuracy - 5F (3C) for 75°F - 260°F
Typical current draw (@ 13.8V) - 0.1 A
SERVICE AND REPAIR
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