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Its operation is failsafe, which means that it if you lose power to the brakes, the brake light globes blow, a wire
becomes disconnected or the ‘CruiseSafe’ relay fails, the power to the cruise control actuator is disconnected.
The ONLY electrical failure it cannot protect against is if the brake light switch/s fail. Then you must turn the
cruise control and the bike OFF using the bike’s engine kill switch or ignition switch to kill the engine.
MotorCycle Setup has chosen to use a mechanical relay instead of an electronic device, because electrical
interference cannot hinder its operation. Also, in the unlikely event of the relay failing, it is a standard
automotive part used by major auto companies, and is readily available from auto electricians and auto spare
parts outlets around the world. Fitting is simple. Just unplug the failed unit and plug the new one into the
socket on the wiring loom.
There is no periodic maintenance required for the CruiseSafe relay. If the relay fails, simply undo the tape
around the base of the relay and the relay socket, unplug the relay and replace with a new relay. We suggest
that you re-tape the relay to the socket.
CAUTION: - The relay must be replaced with a relay of the same pin configuration and it
must have a resistor-suppressed coil. If a relay without a resistor-suppressed coil is
used, you will damage the cruise control computer. This will not be covered by
warranty.
This relay is a common automotive relay and should be readily available from most automotive electrical
outlets.
NOTE: - If the bike is fitted with a flasher device on the brake light system this may cause interference
with the cruise control brake detection. If the cruise control will not work try disconnecting the
flasher device. Contact us for ways to enable both your brake light flasher and the cruise control.
Other safety features.
The cruise control can be shut off by any of the following methods:
a.
Depressing either brake pedal/lever;
b.
Sliding the ON/OF switch to the OFF position;
c.
Decelerating to 75% of the set speed;
d.
Accelerating to 150% of the SET speed;
e.
Pulling in the clutch lever to trigger the ECS;
f.
Pressing the kill switch on the engine;
g.
Turning off the ignition key.
The cruise control will disengage if any of the connectors become separated, if the brake light filament breaks
or the brake lights lose power - for example if a fuse blows.
There are numerous safety features designed into the computer and throttle actuator to ensure that should one or
more components fail there is still a way to turn off your cruise control.
For safe and economical motoring NEVER operate this or any cruise control in:
•
congested or heavy traffic;
•
on wet or slippery roads.
