FRC ThrottleXcel ELA100 User manual

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ENGINE THROTTLE
AND MONITORING DISPLAY
MODEL: ELA100

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CONTENTS
Table of Contents
CONTENTS ............................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 4
Overview ............................................................................................................... 4
Features ................................................................................................................. 4
Specifications ........................................................................................................ 5
GENERAL DESCRIPTION....................................................................................... 6
Components........................................................................................................... 6
Controls and Indicators ......................................................................................... 8
INSTALLATION......................................................................................................10
Install Control Module ........................................................................................ 10
Install Sensors ..................................................................................................... 10
Install Buzzer.......................................................................................................10
OPERATION ............................................................................................................ 12
Display Stored Data............................................................................................14
High Idle............................................................................................................. 15
PROGRAMMING.................................................................................................... 16
Program Code Descriptions ................................................................................17
WIRING ...................................................................................................................18
Connectors and Cables........................................................................................18
Cummins Harness Connections ..........................................................................20
Detroit Diesel (Series 50 and 60) Harness Connections..................................... 22
Navistar and Detroit Diesel (Series 40) Harness Connections ...........................23
Caterpillar Harness Connections......................................................................... 24
Ford Harness Connections ..................................................................................27
Mack Harness Connections................................................................................. 32
Scania Harness Connections ............................................................................... 33
GMAC Harness Connections..............................................................................34
Mercedes Harness Connections ..........................................................................36

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List of Tables
Table 1. Error Codes................................................................................................13
Table 2. Fault Warning Codes .................................................................................13
List of Figures
Figure 1. Controls and Indicators.............................................................................. 9
Figure 2. Control Module Mounting Dimensions................................................... 11
Figure 3. 12-Pin Connector Wiring......................................................................... 18
Figure 4. 8-Pin Connector Wiring ........................................................................... 19
Figure 5. Cummins ELA101 Wiring ....................................................................... 20
Figure 6. Detroit Diesel (Series 50 and 60) ELA102 Wiring ................................. 22
Figure 7. Navistar ELA104 Wiring (and Detroit Diesel Series 40 ELA102B) ...... 23
Figure 8. Caterpillar ELA105 Wiring ..................................................................... 24
Figure 9. Ford 7.3L ELA106-A Wiring................................................................... 27
Figure 10. Ford 6.0L ELA106-B Wiring................................................................. 28
Figure 11. Mack ELA107 Wiring............................................................................32
Figure 12. Scania ELA108 Wiring.......................................................................... 33
Figure 13. GMAC ELA109 Wiring.........................................................................34
Figure 14. Mercedes ELA110 Wiring ..................................................................... 36
Figure 15. Mercedes Euro ELA110B Wiring.......................................................... 37

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
The ThrottleXcel is an all-in-one instrument panel that integrates a traditional
style remote hand throttle with engine monitoring and display. It offers complete
remote display and engine control (as a remote throttle, the ThrottleXcel is not an
engine governor) in a single compact unit.
The panel has a 4-digit LED display for engine RPM, three LED bar graphs that
provide a constant display of the engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, and
battery voltage. It has a message display that shows the time and date during normal
operations and fault warning alarms as they occur. When selected by the operator it
will show monitored information, stored data, and program options.
The ThrottleXcel panel has a built-in FRC infinityPRO remote engine throttle.
This hand throttle uses optical technology with an Infrared Encoder (IRE) to detect
the direction and speed of the control knob as it is rotated. There is no potentiometer,
electromechanical switch, or mechanical stop. The electrical signal from the encoder
is interpreted by a microprocessor and the engine RPM control signal is adjusted.
This will cause the engine RPM to increase or decrease proportionally to how fast the
control knob is rotated. The engine RPM control signal will be set at idle when power
is applied to the ThrottleXcel regardless of the control knob position.
Engine information is input via the J1939 databus and/or installed sensors.
Features
Always Starts From Idle RPM
Large RPM Display
Three Bi-Color LED Bar Graphs
Message Display
Visual Warning Alarms
Field Programmable Alarm Levels
Records Date and Time of Warning Alarm Occurrences
Records Accumulated Hours
Interlock Signal Recognition
Remote Hand Throttle with Idle Button and No Mechanical Stops
High Idle Function
Audible Warning Alarms (Optional)
Interconnected Multiple Panels (Optional)

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Specifications
Display Module
Supply Power: 9 - 30 VDC
Supply Current: 0.5 Amps
Dimensions: 4.5" Wide by 6.75" High
LED Bar Graphs
Oil Pressure: 10 - 100 PSI (10 PSI Increments)
Temperature (Engine Coolant): 130 - 220 °F (10° Increments)
Battery Voltage: 11.5 - 16 Volts (0.5 Volt Increments)
Sensors
Engine Coolant Temperature: 100 - 250 °F, 1/2" - 14 NPT
Engine Oil Pressure: 0 - 100 PSI, 1/8" NPTF
Transmission Temperature: 140 - 320 °F, 1/8" NPTF

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ThrottleXcel all-in-one instrument panel with a remote hand throttle is
compatible with the following engines:
ELA101 Cummins IS Series
ELA102 Detroit Diesel
ELA104 Navistar
ELA105 Caterpillar
ELA106* Ford
ELA107 Mack
ELA108 Scania
ELA109* GMAC
ELA110 Mercedes
*Note: An adapter and cable assembly replaces the basic 8-pin cable when
connecting the ThrottleXcel to a Ford 6.0 or GMAC engine.
The ThrottleXcel is a remote display and has a remote throttle for engine RPM
control, it is not an engine governor.
Components
The information available on the J1939 databus varies depending on the particular
engine type. The sensors (if any) that need to be installed will also vary depending on
the engine.
The ThrottleXcel consist of the following components:
Contol Module
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (As Necessary)
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (As Necessary)
Transmission Temperature Sensor (Optional)
Cables
Contol Module
The control module is waterproof and takes up 4 5/8 by 6 3/4 inches of panel
space.All controls and indicators are located on the front of the control module. (Refer
to Controls and Indicators.)

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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
The engine coolant temperature sensor is installed as necessary.
Oil Pressure Sensor
The oil pressure sensor is installed as necessary.
Transmission Temperature Sensor (Optional)
The optional transmission fluid temperature sensor is installed as necessary.
Cables
There are two cables that connect to the control module. The 8-pin connector is
for the remote throttle interface, the 12-pin connector is for the monitoring and display
interface.

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Controls and Indicators
All controls and indicators are located on the front of the control module. (Refer
to Figure 1.) See Operation and Programming Sections for more information.
RPM Display
Shows the current engine RPM in bright red digits during normal operations. It is
used to show error codes, fault warnings, stored data, and program features.
SILENCE Button
Pressed to suppress audio alarms. Used when accessing stored data and program
features. See the Programming Section for more information.
BATTERY VOLTAGE LED Display
Shows the real time battery voltage. The LEDs will be green when the voltage is
within normal limits and red when it is not.
OK TO PUMP LED
This LED will be on when the required interlock conditions are met and the throttle
is ready to begin pump operations.
Remote Hand Throttle Control Knob
When rotated changes the engine RPM. The engine RPM will increase or decrease
proportionally to the speed and direction the control knob is rotated.
IDLE Button
When pressed immediately sets the engine RPM to idle. This button can be used
in an emergency or for normal shut down after operations.
Message Display
The message display shows the time and date during normal operations and
warning alarms as they occur. It is used when accessing stored data and program
features.
TEMPERATURE LED Display
Shows real time engine coolant temperature. The LEDs will be green when the
temperature is within normal limits and red when it is not.
OIL PRESSURE LED Display
Shows real time engine oil pressure. The LEDs will be green when the pressure is
within normal limits and red when it is not.
MENU Button
Used when accessing stored data and program features.

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Figure 1. Controls and Indicators
RPM
Display
Message
Display
OIL PRESSURE
LED Display
TEMPERATURE
LED Display
SILENCE
Button
MENU
Button
BATTERY
VOLTAGE
LED Display
Remote Hand
Throttle
Control Knob
IDLE
Button
OK TO PUMP
LED

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INSTALLATION
Install Control Module
1. Measure and mark mounting location for control module panel cutout and
mounting screw holes. Make sure there is clearance behind the panel for the
module and cables before cutting holes. Refer to Figure 2 for layout and
dimensions.
2. Cut out a 3 7/16 by 5 11/16 inch hole.
3. Drill four holes, clearance or tapped, for 10-32 mounting screws.
4. Place control module in position and secure with screws.
5. Connect cables at rear of the control module. (Refer to Wiring section.)
Install Sensors
For most electronic engines, the ThrottleXcel receives engine RPM, oil pressure,
and coolant temperature data over the J1939 databus from the engine ECM. Some
enginesdo not broadcast thisdata over thedatabus and sensorsmay need tobe installed.
The sensors are wired to the 12-pin connector at the rear of the control module.
Refer to the Wiring section (Figure 3) for pinout and wire color information.
An input is provided for an optional transmission temperature sensor.
Install Buzzer
Pin 6 on the 12-pin connector at the rear of the control module is provided to
connect an optional buzzer. Connect the ground side of the buzzer to pin 6. (Maximum
current through pin 6 is 300 mA.) Refer to the Wiring section (Figure 3).