ENGINE GUARD Overheating Alarms

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What is an Engine Guard?
The Engine Guard is an overheating alarm system designed to alert the driver when the engine temperature exceeds a predetermined level, protecting against potential engine damage.

How does an Engine Guard overheating alarm work?
The alarm monitors the engine’s cylinder head temperature and/or coolant temperature. When the temperature reaches a preset threshold, it activates an audible and visual warning.

Does the Engine Guard show the actual temperature?
Yes. The Engine Guard has a large, easy to read digital display (green LED). It will show the actual temperature from cold (ambient) temperature before starting the vehicle, and shows real time changes in degrees up to a maximum of 130 degrees celsius.

Can I adjust the temperature that the alarm is triggered
Yes. The alarm trigger point is adjustable. The system has a memory that records the highest temperature recorded. We suggest that the alarm should be set 5 degrees ABOVE the normal highest recorded temperature after driving the vehicle for a week or so to allow the system to store the temperature under most typical driving conditions.

Can the dual sensor systems trigger points be set at different temperature?
Yes.

How does the Engine Guard temperature sensor attach to the engine?
The sensor bolts on just like a washer under the head of a bolt- usually on the inlet side or rear of the head. Otherwise, if a location on the exhaust side of the head is available, it must be at least 100mm from an exhaust port or manifold runner.

Does the Engine Guard connect to the engine computer or OBD port?
No. The Engine Guard is a ‘stand alone’ complete temperature monitoring system. Other than a 12v or 24v supply, it does not connect to any other factory systems or components.

Is the Engine Guard different and superior to the factory temperature monitoring?
Yes. The Engine Guard is far better than the factory temperature monitoring for the following reasons:
The Engine Guard has a user adjustable audible alarm so if the engine temperature rises a few degrees above the normal highest recorded temperature, it will trigger the alarm. Most factory temperature gauges will only start to respond after a large increase in temperature- and this is usually after damage is done.
Even then, if you are not watching the factory temp gauge, you won’t know it’s happening!
The Engine Guard temperature sensor bolts directly to the metal of the cylinder head, whereas factory sensors usually monitor the temperature of the coolant only. The big weakness is that if you have lost your coolant, the factory gauge will not respond! The Engine Guard will still respond, and very quickly.The Engine Guard shows temperature in degrees celsius and is designed to be very accurate and responsive. By contrast, factory temperature gauges ARE DESIGNED TO BE UNRESPONSIVE! Most have a ‘dead spot’ in the middle of the range where coolant temperature can vary by many degrees celsius and the needle will not move.

Is the Engine Guard a ‘universal fit’ or will they only fit some cars?
You can install the Engine Guard on anything with an engine! However, if you want advice on the best possible option for your vehicle, please contact us. We can also assist you with telephone and email support for installations & settings – 7 days a week!

Can I monitor transmission temperature as well?
Yes. The EG01-2 dual bolt-on temperature sensor model is designed to monitor both engine temperature AND transmission temperature. The sensor normally bolts to a pan (sump..) bolt on the transmission.

How does the low oil pressure alarm system work?
The EG01-3 model offers a low oil pressure alarm on Input 2. This operates by reading the line voltage on the factory low oil pressure warning light circuit.

How long are the sensor cables?
The cables for the temperature sensor are 5m long, but can be safely extended to 15m if required. We suggest that this is achieved by using additional matching cable and solder/heatshrink of joins.

What are the dimensions of the digital Display unit?
The Display is 80mm (long) x 40mm (high). It is approx. 22mm thick.

How does the Display attach to the vehicle or machine?
The Display uses a high strength double sided adhesive tape. The surface must be clean and free from oil, silicone, Armor-All, etc.

Can the system be used as a ‘SHUT-DOWN’ system?
Yes. The output to the buzzer can easily be used to trigger a relay to shut-down an engine or trigger other devices.

What is the temperature range for Engine Guard overheating alarms?
0 – 130 degrees Celsius (32 – 266 degrees Fahrenheit)

How loud is the alarm?
The piezo buzzer is approximately 96 decibels.

Can the Engine Guard show both Celcius and Fahrenheit?
Yes. The owner can select the temperature range of their’ choice.

Is professional installation required for an Engine Guard overheating alarm?
Engine Guard overheating alarms are designed for DIY installation or you can ask a professional to install the system if you prefer.

Will the Engine Guard overheating alarm void my vehicle's warranty?
No, installing an Engine Guard overheating alarm should not void your vehicle’s warranty. However, it’s advisable to check your warranty terms to be sure.

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MADE IN AUSTRALIA means different things to different people. I thought that I knew the legal definition but when I looked it up, I found out that I was incorrect. It seems that in 2017 the definition was amended. I thought that at least 50% of the value had to be added here.
If you want to find out the legal meaning then the Australian Consumer Law act is the place to look: Part 5-3 of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) has provisions for country of origin claims. These include the definition of substantial transformation.
If you look at the australianmade.com.au website they have this definition: A product has been substantially transformed in Australia if:
• it was grown or produced in Australia, or
• as a result of one or more processes carried out in Australia, the end product is fundamentally different in identity, nature or essential character from all of its imported ingredients or components.
We very proudly promote our products as ‘Made in Australia’ but what does that mean in reality?
Other than the components on the PCB, everything is sourced from Australia if it’s available. Many of the inputs are available and made locally, but very sadly local manufacturing of IC’s (chips), capacitors, resistors, diodes, etc ended in the 1980’s.
The great majority of the value added work is completed in Australia. The PCB’s are loaded with components in sunny Victoria. The finished/tested boards are then shipped to us in Mission Beach, FNQ. All the rest is completed here. The bare enclosures are machined here, and the Brissy made overlays are then applied. The wiring looms are 100% made here and these are installed as the Display is assembled. Testing and calibration is part of this process. The sensors are all manufactured here- from winding the rolls of cable to final resin sealing and testing. All final packaging and quality control is in FNQ!
And FYI many of the components are made in places other than China, including the US, Taiwan, Japan, Malaysia, India and even Canada.
Now the question is: can we make it MORE in Australia? The answer is YES. There is nothing stopping us from gradually moving further down the value add chain. We can look at what is involved in manufacturing some of the less complex inputs, and then investing in the production line equipment. For example, we currently outsource for enclosures and also piezo buzzers. These are both produced on injection moulding equipment that is readily available. We would then be able to offer other manufacturers/resellers plastic moulded supplies. This would help us to justify the cost of adding more production lines AND it would diversify the business.
That is just one example. It is just a steady process of production leading to opportunities, and opportunities leading to more production. We may need to buy in some of the other inputs required for new products. But over time, who knows- we might end up in the microprocessor business one day. If the Taiwanese could do it, I believe we can.