MAN#650087B
MOUNTING:
The gauge requires a round hole 3-
3/8” 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.
Troubleshooting guide.
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
Gauge will not light up
Red wire does not have power.
Connect to a location that has power.
Black wire is not getting a good ground.
Connect ground to a different location.
Gauge is damaged.
Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but tach
Yellow wire is not connected properly.
Check connection from yellow wire to tach signal wire.
will only show zero.
Ignition system not grounded properly.
Check engine and ignition system grounds.
Gauge is not grounded properly.
Check gauge and engine grounds.
Tach signal type is not set correctly.
Change the tach signal type (see instructions).
Gauge is not calibrated
Gauge must be recalibrated (see instructions).
Tach reading is erratic or
Tach signal wire is loose or broken.
Check all wire connections and inspect wire for breaks.
jumps around.
Poor ground connection.
Check ground connection on tachometer, engine, and ignition
system.
Update rate is too fast.
Reset display update speed slower.
Tach reading is incorrect.
Gauge is not calibrated correctly.
Gauge must be calibrated (see instructions).
Gauge will not dim.
Blue wire is not connected correctly.
Check wiring connections. Blue wire should have 12 volts
with headlights on.
Gauge remains dim at all
Blue wire is getting power all of the time.
Connect blue wire to location that only has power only when
times.
the headlights are on.
High beam, Left turn, or Right Loose or incorrect connection to indicator wire.
Check that the appropriate indicator wire has about 0 volts
turn indicator does not work.
when the indicator should be off and about 12 volts when
the indicator should be on.
Neutral, low oil, or engine
Loose or incorrect connection to indicator wire.
Check that the appropriate indicator wire has about 12 volts
indicator does not work.
when the indicator should be off and about 0 volts when the
indicator should be on.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
DAKOTA DIGITAL offers complete service and repair of its product line. In addition, technical consultation is available to help you work through any questions
or problems you may be having installing one of our products. Please read through the Troubleshooting Guide. There, you will find the solution to most problems.
Should you ever need to send the unit back for repairs, please call our technical support line, (605) 332-6513, to request a Return Merchandise Authorization
number.
Package the product in a good quality box along with plenty of packing material. Ship the product by UPS or insured Parcel Post. Be sure to include the RMA
number on the package, and include a complete description of the problem with RMA number, your full name and address (street address preferred), and a telephone
number where you can be reached during the day. Any returns for warranty work must include a copy of the dated sales receipt from your place of purchase. Send no
money. We will bill you after repair.
Dakota Digital 24 Month Warranty
DAKOTA DIGITAL warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this product that should it, under normal use and condition, be proven defective in material or
workmanship within 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced at Dakota D
igital’s option.
This warranty does not cover nor extend to damage to the vehicle’s systems, and does not cover removal or reinstallation of the product. This Warranty does
not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Company has been damaged through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, or
accident.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties or liabilities. Any implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability, shall be limited
to the duration of this written warranty. Any action for breach of any warranty hereunder, including any implied warranty of merchantability, must be brought within a period
of 24 months from date of original purchase. No person or representative is authorized to assume, for Dakota Digital, any liability other than expressed herein in connection
with the sale of this product.
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of
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