autogas electronic systems

Installation manual
LPG fumigation system for DIESEL engines.

Instructions for configuration of STAG DIESEL controller.

(the manual is also accessible via diagnostic software or www.ac.com.pl)

ver. 1.0 2012-09-12

Manufacturer:
AC Spółka Akcyjna
15-182 Białystok, ul. 27 Lipca 64, Poland
tel. +48 85 7438117, fax +48 85 653 8649
www.ac.com.pl, e-mail: [email protected]

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Contents
1 PART ONE – Installation of the system ......................................................................................... 3
1.1 List of applicable standards and regulations ..................................................................................... 3
1.2 Description of STAG DIESEL LPG fueling system ................................................................................ 3
1.2.1 Application range ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.2 Principle of operation of STAG DIESEL ..................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.3 Wiring diagram for STAG DIESEL.............................................................................................................................. 4
1.2.3.1 Wiring diagram for STAG DIESEL controller .................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Installation of components .............................................................................................................. 4
1.3.1 Filling valves ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.3.2 LPG tanks ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.3.2.1 Cylinder tanks .................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.3.2.2 Toroidal tanks .................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.3.3 Tank accessories ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.3.1 Selection of tank accessories........................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.3.2 Installation of accessories ............................................................................................................................... 8
1.3.4 Installation of gas tubes ........................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3.4.1 Installation of copper tubes .......................................................................................................................... 10
1.3.4.2 Fitting non-metal class 1 tubes ..................................................................................................................... 10
1.3.5 Reducer, vapor phase filter, PS-02 sensor ............................................................................................................. 10
1.3.6 Exhaust temperature sensor.................................................................................................................................. 12
1.3.7 Knock sensor (engine vibration sensor). ................................................................................................................ 12
1.3.8 Wide-band oxygen sensor ..................................................................................................................................... 13
1.3.9 Electronic control unit ........................................................................................................................................... 14
1.3.10 Installation of injection nozzles and manifold absolute pressure nozzles ............................................................. 15
1.3.11 Installation of the fuel rail pressure sensor ........................................................................................................... 16
1.3.12 Installation of the switchboard .............................................................................................................................. 16
1.4 Identification of vehicles ................................................................................................................ 17
1.4.1 Guidelines for the identification marking .............................................................................................................. 17
1.5 Qualification of a vehicle for installation of an LPG system ............................................................. 18
1.6 First start of the gas injection system ............................................................................................. 18
1.7 Installation quality inspection ........................................................................................................ 18
2 PART TWO – AC STAG diagnostic software ................................................................................ 19
2.1 Description of the diagnostic software ........................................................................................... 19
2.1.1 Connecting the controller to a PC computer ......................................................................................................... 19
2.1.2 Software version .................................................................................................................................................... 20
2.1.3 Main menu ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
2.1.4 Controller's parameters ......................................................................................................................................... 24
2.1.5 Maps ...................................................................................................................................................................... 28
2.1.6 Auto-calibration ..................................................................................................................................................... 29
2.1.7 Errors ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30
2.1.8 Recorder ................................................................................................................................................................ 32
2.1.9 “Monitor” window ................................................................................................................................................. 33
2.1.10 “Oscilloscope” window .......................................................................................................................................... 34
2.1.11 Gas level indicator ................................................................................................................................................. 35
2.1.12 Controller’s update ................................................................................................................................................ 36
2.2 Programming the controller ........................................................................................................... 37
2.2.1 Auto-calibration ..................................................................................................................................................... 37
2.2.2 Calibration process ................................................................................................................................................ 38
2.3 Operation of the LED switchboard and sound signals (user's manual) .............................................. 40
2.3.1 LED-401 switchboard ............................................................................................................................................. 40
2.4 Sound signals................................................................................................................................. 41
2.5 Technical specification ................................................................................................................... 41
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1 PART ONE – Installation of the system
1.1 List of applicable standards and regulations
Regulations related to the installation:

 Regulation No. 115 by UN Economic Commission for Europe.

 Regulation No. 67 by UN Economic Commission for Europe.

 Installation of the system for a Polish market in accordance with Enclosure 9 “Additional
requirements for vehicles fueled by autogas” to the Ordinance of the Minister of
Infrastructure dated 31 of December 2002 on vehicle technical conditions and range for
their necessary equipment. Journal of Laws No. 32, item 262.

 Other national regulations.

1.2 Description of STAG DIESEL LPG fueling system

1.2.1 Application range

STAG DIESEL is a system designed for controlling autogas supply in Diesel engines.

1.2.2 Principle of operation of STAG DIESEL

The system is based on typical components, e.g. tanks with auxiliaries, autogas piping, LPG
injectors and reducers. The system pre-treats the fuel upstream the intake collector through
evaporation and pressure stabilization depending on reducer adjustment. Pressurized LPG in a
vapor phase is supplied to LPG injectors mounted on the engine and injected into the manifold
through piping.
The injectors are commanded with electric signals generated by the LPG controller

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 1.2.3 Wiring diagram for STAG DIESEL

1.2.3.1 Wiring diagram for STAG DIESEL controller

1.3 Installation of components

Prior to autogas conversion, the vehicle must be qualified for installation. Vehicles with defects
related to the engines must be first repaired. Special attention should be adopted while inspecting the
fuel system. Failure to observe these requirements may result in poor performance of LPG fueled engines
due to reasons that are not related to the quality and methodology of installation.

1.3.1 Filling valves

For passenger cars, filling valves are fitted either in the rear bumper wing or under the flap of the original
fuel refilling point. For trucks, it is recommended to install two filling connectors on both sides to facilitate
handling.

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 Picture 1.3.1 Making a hole in the bumper Picture 1.3.2 Installation of the filling valve casing

Picture 1.3.3 Filling valve inside view Picture 1.3.4 Filling valve outside view

Picture 1.3.5 Filling valve fitted under the flap of Diesel oil Picture 1.3.6 Mounting of the filling pipe
refilling point

1.3.2 LPG tanks

Autogas tanks are made in steel. While selecting a specific type of tank, ensure if mounting
provides safe and stable positioning. This applies in particular to vehicles with tanks mounted on a plastic
base.
Attention!!! If the tank is installed under the chassis, it must be protected with a special cover.

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 1.3.2.1 Cylinder tanks

Picture 1.3.7 Cylinder tank rack

Picture 1.3.8 Installed tank

The tank should be positioned perpendicularly

to the vehicle roll axis. Keep 10 cm spacing from
Cylinder tanks are fitted in a mounting rack
the seats. If the tank is mounted in the boot
secured with bolts.
separated from the back seat with a division
Stability is ensured by the use of racks and
panel and there is no risk of contact between
braces tested by the tank manufacturers.
the tank and the back seat, there is no need to
keep the 10 cm distance.

Picture 1.3.9 For cylindrical tanks mounted along the roll axis, install an element that
prevents tank movement.

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 1.3.2.2 Toroidal tanks

Picture 1.3.10 Installed tank Picture 1.3.11 Multi-valve

Toroidal tanks should be attached to metal elements

of the vehicle using parts supplied with the tank
(Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
Orifices must be cut out in the bodywork in order to
enable routing of the gas tubes, ventilation of the
gas-tight housing (inside of the torus) and fitting
bolts. A plastic support should be placed underneath
the tank. After tank installation, fit the gas tubes and
wiring harness. All bolts and screws should be
protected with anticorrosion coating (Błąd! Nie
można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
Picture 1.3.12 Mounting elements

Picture 1.3.13 Viewing the installed tank from

underneath of the vehicle
Using factory fittings ensures appropriate strength of the elements connecting the tank with the vehicle.

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 1.3.3 Tank accessories

1.3.3.1 Selection of tank accessories

Accessories should be selected based on the list of required equipment included in the tank
certificate.

1.3.3.2 Installation of accessories

Accessories should be installed in line with the manufacturer’s requirements. The tubes should be
secured with gas-tight covers and routed outside of the vehicle (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła
odwołania.).

Picture 1.3.14 Installed multi-valve Picture 1.3.15 Gas-tight lines

The tank must be fitted with a suitable combined valve, also referred to as a multi-valve (Błąd! Nie
można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). Make sure the selected valve is compatible with the tank. Place a
gas-tight cover element underneath the valve. Bolts securing the valve should be tightened in a
diagonally opposite sequence. Then, route the gas tubes through conduits and connect them to the
multi-valve using suitable connections. Electrical wires should be connected to the multi-valve according
to the diagram. Mount the gas-tight cover as well as conduit protective pipes. All leaks from the multi-
valve must be discharged out of the vehicle. For this purpose, conduit protective tubes are tightly
attached to sleeves installed in the bodywork openings (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
Such an outlet must not be cut out in the inner wheel arch or another element where the risk of
obstruction with mud or snow exists and must not be pointed towards the exhaust (Błąd! Nie można
odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). Vent tubes (conduit protection tubes) should be as short as possible.

Picture 1.3.16 Protective tubes attached to Picture 1.3.17 Sleeve outlet underneath the vehicle
sleeves viewed from inside
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 Provide a multi-valve for toroidal tanks (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). Route the gas pipe
and connect it to sockets in the multi-valve. Seal the orifice in metal sheet (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła
odwołania.) and connect the valve to the gas level indicator (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania..

Picture 1.3.18 Multivalve Picture 1.3.19 Multivalve connections

Picture 1.3.20 Chassis penetration for gas tubes

1.3.4 Installation of gas tubes

Routing should ensure easy fitting and inspection of components in future. Make sure there is no risk
of damaging the vehicle and do not leave sharp edges, which could be dangerous to the vehicle and other
persons. Lines made of tube sections connected with each other are not allowed.

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 1.3.4.1 Installation of copper tubes

Picture 1.3.21 Fitting electrical wires with tie-wraps Picture 1.3.22 Fitting with metal clamps

Use only clamps and tubes with anti-corrosion protection designed for use with LPG systems. The
distance between tie-wraps/metal clamps must not exceed 70 cm (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła
odwołania.). When routing the tubes, make sure the radius of curvature prevents bending and breaks.
Use compensation loops for connections with other system components. Do not make additional
connections, which are not necessary for the purpose of connecting individual elements.

1.3.4.2 Fitting non-metal class 1 tubes

Picture 1.3.23 Connection of tubes and solenoid. Picture 1.3.24 Fitting with metal clamps

Place the tubes in conduit protection tubes. Use exclusively terminals approved for use with the tube. The
distance between individual fitting elements must not exceed 40 cm (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła
odwołania.). The minimum distance from hot elements is 30 cm. Avoid crossing elements of the exhaust
system. Use a copper tube if it is difficult to meet the above-mentioned requirements.

1.3.5 Reducer, vapor phase filter, PS-02 sensor

The reducer is mounted on a support or directly on the element connected to the vehicle’s bodywork
(Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). Mount the reducer close to the engine in order to reduce

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 the length of gas tubes between the reducer and injectors, in a location where it is not exposed to high
temperatures.

Picture 1.3.25 Fitting of the reducer Picture 1.3.26 Reducer connections

Picture 1.3.27 Connection of the reducer and the Picture 1.3.28 LPG vapor phase filter
cooling system

The reducer should be connected to the cooling system with metal tees integrated with the heater
system (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
The vapor phase filter should be attached to non-moving parts of the vehicle, away from heat
sources (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
The PS-02 pressure sensor should be fitted on the gas tube between the vapor phase filter and gas
injectors (Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).

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 Picture 1.3.30 PS-02 sensor

1.3.6 Exhaust temperature sensor

The exhaust temperature sensor is supplied with a sleeve to be welded to the exhaust manifold in a
location providing representation for exhaust from all cylinders, possibly close to the engine head. Ensure
that welding is tight. The sensor should be inserted to ¾ of the manifold diameter range and locked in the
sleeve with thread.
Sensor outputs should be soldered to respective wires of the supplied harness and then insulated. Ensure
that the sensor wire is not contacting hot elements of the exhaust manifold.

Picture 1.3.31 Example of exhaust temperature sensor installation in the exhaust manifold.

1.3.7 Knock sensor (engine vibration sensor).

The knock sensor should be installed next to the engine in its factory-provided position (usually a
threaded hole with 10 mm diameter in the engine block), if exists. If there is no factory provided fitting,
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 position the sensor as close to engine width and height centerline crossing as possible. The sensor is
provided with a mounting hole (dia. 8 mm). Ensure that the sensor is tightened with torque 20Nm (+-5
Nm), as this is a critical parameter for sensor performance.
Sensor plug should be connected with a respective connector in the supplied harness and protected
against contact with moving elements of the engine.

Picture 1.3.32 Example of knock sensor installation on the engine block.

1.3.8 Wide-band oxygen sensor

If the vehicle is equipped with a factory-installed Lambda probe, make solder connections according to
the diagram.

ATTENTION!!!
The lambda probe is not covered by the scope of supply of the Diesel autogas system. If there is no
factory-installed probe, buy a separate lambda kit and fit it in the vehicle. Correct system calibration
requires installation of the oxygen sensor.

The oxygen sensor should be installed in the exhaust manifold in a location providing representation for
exhaust from all cylinders, possibly close to the engine head. If there is no special manifold mounting
provided, cut the manifold and weld a special sleeve with female thread for M18x1,5. Ensure that the
welded connection is fully tight. The sleeve position should be related to the horizontal plane (see Błąd!
Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). Sensor inclination (related to the horizontal plane) should not be
lower than 10 degrees. It is not allowed to position the sensor towards the ground.

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 Figure 1.3.33 Minimum angle for oxygen sensor Picture 1.3.34 Example of oxygen sensor installation in
installation. the exhaust manifold.

1.3.9 Electronic control unit

The ECU should be installed on a bracket or attached to the bodywork. It is recommended to install the
controller close to the engine, where the device is not exposed to water or high temperatures. Engine
compartment is a typical location.

Picture 1.3.35 Installed control unit Picture 1.3.36 Control unit bracket

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 1.3.10 Installation of injection nozzles and manifold absolute pressure nozzles

Picture 1.3.37 position of nozzles in the manifold Picture 1.3.38 Position of nozzles in the manifold
(outside view) (manifold inside view)

Installation of gas nozzles requires removal of the inlet manifold. Manifold removal provides access to
inlet ducts that deliver air to individual cylinders. Drill nozzle holes in the manifold to allow insertion of
nozzles to individual cylinders.
If any of the cylinders is connected to more than one inlet duct, the nozzles should be placed in the
same duct for all cylinders. Ensure that nozzle tips are as close to valves as possible, with the same
distance and the same angular position for all cylinders. Total length of nozzles and tubes supplying gas
from the injectors to nozzles should be equal for all cylinders. The nozzles should be secured against
thread loosening. Connect injection tubes to the nozzles and protect them with metal clamps. Injectors
should be attached to brackets and connected to injection lines. Next, install the supply line and
pressure control line. Connect the harness to the injectors with order presented on the diagram.

Size (diameter) of injection nozzles: 1,5 mm. Use larger nozzle size only if overlapping of gas injections is
observed during road tests.

The manifold absolute pressure nozzle should be installed in the common part of the inlet manifold
(downstream the turbine).

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 Picture 1.3.39 MAP nozzle installed in the inlet manifold

1.3.11 Installation of the fuel rail pressure sensor

Autogas systems for Diesel engines require connection of the fuel rail pressure sensor. Soldered
connections should be made according to the diagram.

Picture 1.3.40 Fuel rail pressure sensor

1.3.12 Installation of the switchboard

The switchboard should be installed in a location visible

to the driver. Additionally, the switchboard must be
easily accessible and its operation must not interfere
with driving.

Picture 1.3.41 Exemplary location of the D/G switch

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 A connection with a pair of 3-pin connectors has been used to make it easier to connect the switch
and STAG DIESEL harness. After installation, place the wires in a dedicated connector (supplied with the
kit) in accordance with picture Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania., while observing the correct
connection order.

Picture 1.3.42 Connector and wire order Picture 1.3.43 D/G switch

ATTENTION!!! The switchboard must be connected to the harness in the passenger’s

compartment.

1.4 Identification of vehicles

M2 cat. vehicles (used for the carriage of passengers, comprising more than eight seats in addition to the
driver's seat, and having a maximum mass not exceeding five tones) and M3 cat. vehicles (used for the
carriage of passengers, comprising more than eight seats in addition to the driver's seat, and having a
maximum mass exceeding five tones) should be marked by placing a label with the wording “LPG” on the
bodywork. The markings should be made as stickers placed in front, on the back and on the internal side
of the left door for right-side steering and right door for left-side steering.

1.4.1 Guidelines for the identification marking

The identification marking is a weather-resistant stick label.

Requirements for label colors and dimensions:

Colors:
Background: green
Border: white or reflective white
Letters: white or reflective white
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 Dimensions:
Border width: 4 ÷ 6 mm
Character height: ≥ 25 mm
Character thickness: ≥ 4 mm
Label width: 110 ÷ 150 mm
Label height: 80 ÷ 110 mm

The “LPG” wording should be positioned in the label center.

Figure 1.3.44 LPG identification marking

1.5 Qualification of a vehicle for installation of an LPG system

 Perform technical inspection of the engine. If engine component wearing or defects are reported,
make necessary repairs to make it fully operational with Diesel oil fueling.

1.6 First start of the gas injection system

 Fill the tank with autogas and verify system tightness.

 Inspect connections of the LPG controller.

 Perform auto-calibration and adjustment while driving.

1.7 Installation quality inspection

 Verification of system completeness.

 Verification of tightness.

 Functional test.

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2 PART TWO – AC STAG diagnostic software

2.1 Description of the diagnostic software

2.1.1 Connecting the controller to a PC computer

After installation, connect a computer with AC STAG to STAG DIESEL controller using our RS, USB
or Bluetooth interface. Before the software is launched, turn the key to supply voltage to the
“switched ignition” circuit and activate the controller to enable communication. Once the
software has been launched, AC STAG application will make an automatic communication
attempt through the serial COM port connected to the interface. A status window in the left-and
bottom corner confirms successful communication.

Figure 2.1.1 Autosearch window.

Figure 2.1.2 “Parameters" tab (car parameters).

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 Figure 2.1.3 “Parameter” tab (gas controller settings).

Select another port from the Port menu in the top section of the screen if “No LPG controller
found” message pops up.

Figure 2.1.4 “No LPG controller found” warning and “Port” menu.

2.1.2 Software version

AC STAG version information is displayed on the top bar. Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła
odwołania.Indicates version 0.10.31.

Figure 2.1.5 Main menu tabs.

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 2.1.3 Main menu

Options of the main menu:

 Port – changing communication port, connection to and disconnection from the
controller, activation of automatic device detection.
 Window – selection of the main windows.

Figure 2.1.6 “Window” tab in the Menu.

The Window menu is used to restore the main windows if they have been closed.
Application windows can be arranged as needed. For relocating windows use the “drag
& drop” method. Press and hold the left mouse button over the bar of a selected
window to move it. Release the button to embed or extract the window in the current
mouse pointer position.

 Language – selection of the language version; language change will cause AC STAG
restart.
 Tools – updating the controller and LED switchboard, automatic distribution of setting
windows, restoring defaults.
Update of the controller and LED switchboard is discussed in section Błąd! Nie można
odnaleźć źródła odwołania..
In order to save the settings and controller’s map select the floppy icon positioned on
the right-hand side of the Parameters window:

or select Tools → Save parameters in the main menu.

Figure 2.1.7 “Tools” tab in the Menu.

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 Indicate the location on the computer’s hard drive where the file with the setting is to
be saved, enter the name of the file and click Save. The procedure is used for user’s
settings and maps.
In order to load the settings and controller’s maps, click on the “Open” button
positioned on the right-hand side of the Parameters window:

or select Tools  Open saved parameters.

The application will ask for indication of the file with settings (*.set extension). Browse
for the file to display the Open saved parameters window. The user can open settings
only, map only or settings with maps. Check the desired configuration in the below
window and confirm with Ok.

Figure 2.1.8 “Open saved parameters” window.

 Help – information about the application and controller.

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 Figure 2.1.9 “Gas controller info” window.

The Gas controller info window covers the following parameters:

o Diesel oil – total controller operation time on Diesel oil displayed in the
following format: H – hours, M – minutes, % - percentage share in the total
operation time.
o Since last connection – time of operation on Diesel oil from the last
connection to a PC.
o Gas – total controller’s operation time with autogas post-injection.
o Since last connection – time of operation with LPG fumigation from the last
connection to a PC.
o Service – the set time of inspection. Once the controller's time of operation
on gas exceeds the set time to inspection value, the controller, each time the
ignition is turned off, will inform the user about the need to inspect the
system with the sound signal. The method for setting the time to system’s
inspection has been described in the following section. A negative value
denotes the time, which has passed from the first indication of the need to
carry out the inspection.
To set the time to inspection, click on the button

in the window Gas controller info; the following window will be displayed.

Figure 2.1.10 “Service set” window.

The desired time to inspection is calculated based on the selected mileage,

after which the inspection is to be carried out. A default conversion rate of 1h
– 50 km is used with calculating the time to inspection value; yet, the value of
the conversion rate can be modified. In the above-mentioned window, an
inspection after 10,000 km [1 km = 0.62 mile] has been selected, which in this
particular case translates into 200 hours of operation.
Select “Inactive” in the selection field, in order to delete the inspection. Once
the above-mentioned option has been selected, the controller will not check
the time to inspection any more.

The section below the time of operation values in the window Gas controller
info includes the following events recorded by the controller:
o First PC connection – the date, on which the controller was connected to
a PC with the diagnostic software for the first time.
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 o First change of settings – the first modification of the controller’s
settings.
o Last PC connection – the date, on which the controller was connected to
PC with the diagnostic software for the last time.
o Mod. date 1 ÷ Mod. date 5 – the list of modifications in terms of
controller’s settings. From the most recent ones to the earliest ones.
o Clear errors – a recorded event from the most recent deletion of errors
of the gas controller.
o Unknown change of settings – the event is displayed, if controller’s
settings are modified with a date preceding the date of the most recent
modification.

A code is assigned to each event, which identifies the PC, which was used to
modify the settings. With the modification date as well as the code, which
identifies the PC, which was used to introduce the change, the user can
determine whether or not the controller’s settings were modified by third
parties.

The following additional information can be found in the bottom section of

the window:
o ECU S/N.
o Your PC code – the code assigned to the PC, on which AC STAG
diagnostic software is currently running.

2.1.4 Controller's parameters

At the bottom of the screen, the software displays the controller’s firmware version, its model as
well as the date and time of compilation of the firmware:

STAG Diesel-4 – controller’s model

ver. 0.1 – controller’s firmware version number
20.0.0 – controller’s version number
2011-08-07 12:21:00 – date and time of compilation of the controller’s firmware

Parameters group has been divided into subgroups, which allow the user to set parameters
individually for each vehicle. Additionally, the user can freely arrange the parameters' windows
by dragging with the left mouse button and dropping in the desired location. The user can also
collapse the windows:

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 Figure 2.1.11 “Parameters” → “Car parameters”.

 Engine parameters:
o Number of cylinders – the number of cylinders in the vehicle.
o RPM signal – default 2,5V should be changed only if rpm reading is incorrect (after
correct setting of pulses per rotation).
o RPM sensor type – type of sensor for reading rpm signal for the gas controller.
o Number of pulses per rotation – the value should be adjusted to make the reading
of rpm in the application correspond to the dashboard indications.

Figure 2.1.12 “Parameters” → “Gas controller settings”.

 Calibration parameters:
o Min. pressure – gas pressure value, below which the controller switches to Diesel
oil.
o Min. CR pressure – pressure at the common rail saved during the first calibration.
 Switch-over to gas:
o Switch-over threshold – engine rpm threshold value required for the controller to
switch to LPG.
o Intermediate phase – the rate of switching to operation with gas fumigation.
o Switch-over time – time after starting the engine, when the controller can switch to
LPG.
o Reducer filling delay – the time between activation of the LPG/CNG solenoid valve
and activation of the gas injectors.
o Switch-over temp. – reducer temperature required for the controller to switch to
LPG.
 Switch-over to Diesel oil:
o Min. gas RPM – engine rpm threshold value, below which the controller switches to
Diesel oil.
o Max. gas RPM – engine rpm threshold value, above which the controller switches
to Diesel oil.
o Diesel oil switching rate – the rate of switching to Diesel oil.
o Pressure error delay – time, after which the controller switches to Diesel oil, if the
gas pressure value is lower than the minimum value set in the calibration
parameters.
o Min. gas temp. – minimum gas temperature, below which the controller switches
to Diesel oil.
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 o Max. exhaust temp. - maximum temperature of exhaust over which switching to
Diesel oil occurs.
o Max. engine knocking - maximum level of knock sensor reading over which
switching to Diesel oil occurs.
 Advanced settings:
o Diesel oil reduction – enabling or disabling the algorithm for Diesel oil fueling
reduction.
o Min. Diesel oil ratio – minimum proportion of Diesel oil in the fuel, below which the
gas controller will not continue to decrease its dose.
o Operating mode – (for additional information on operating modes see section Błąd!
Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
- Automatic – after collection of data about engine parameters while running on
Diesel oil (as described below) and (manual) switchover to autogas, the gas
controller will automatically adjust the amount of LPG fuel and gradually decrease
the amount of Diesel oil. The results will be saved on the maps displayed in the
“Maps” tab in real time. The fine-tuning process will be completed when all ranges
of engine operation are adjusted.
- Semi-automatic - after collection of data about engine parameters while running
on Diesel oil (as described below) and (manual) switchover to autogas, the user can
manually change gas injection volume in different engine operation ranges, while
the gas controller will automatically reduce the amount of Diesel oil to keep the
same conditions of engine operation as in Diesel oil fuelling mode.
- Manual – the user can manually change both gas injection and Diesel oil reduction
for each engine operating range.
o Gas injector type – settings of the installed gas injector –
- Sequence – the gas controller manages the injectors in accordance with engine
cycle; supply of autogas to injectors, near the suction valves, is required.
- Standard – the gas controller can correctly manage fewer injectors than cylinders;
it is required to supply gas through injectors to the common section of engine inlet
manifold, away from the suction valves to allow proper mixing of gas with the
sucked air.

Press button next to the “Injection type” field to display the “Injection
sequence” window:

Figure 2.1.13 “Injection sequence” window.

The window is used for switching the order of gas injections to individual cylinders.
Default value corresponds to the standard order of injectors for an in-line engine
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 with a given number of cylinders. Set the order of cylinders starting from the one
adjacent to the timing gear.
o Knocking signal gain – optional gain of the knock sensor signal (level 5 should be
enough for correct sensor installation).
o Sequence offset – gas injection lag for individual cylinders by 0 to 360 degrees,
where 0 represents no lagging and 360 stands for a lag equal to the full engine
cycle.
 Sensors and actuators:
o Gas injector type – settings of the installed gas injector

Once the button has been clicked, the following window, including gas injector
settings, will be displayed:

Figure 2.1.14 “Gas injectors settings” window.

The window enables the user to set the correction rate individually for each section
of the injector.
o Oxygen sensor type – setting of the applied Lambda sensor type.
- Factory-fitted – wide-band current probe fitted by the factory.
- External – wide-band current probe installed with the autogas system, dedicated
for Diesel engines.
(ATTENTION!!! Selection of the External option for the installed original probe
may result in probe damage!)

There are the following five buttons on the right-hand side of Parameters window:

Load settings and map file

Save settings and map file

Automatic arrangement of the parameter windows

Return to controller’s default settings

Return to the previous size of Parameters window

Resize Parameters window – if the user clicks on this button, the oscilloscope will not be
displayed in the window any more, in order to facilitate window arrangement.

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 2.1.5 Maps

This window includes 3D maps of the gas controller. Engine rpm value is displayed on the
vertical axis. The displayed rpm values can be modified by clicking on the desired value with the
left mouse button and entering a new value. Diesel oil doses are displayed along the horizontal
axis. Injection times can be modified by clicking on them with the left mouse button and entering
new values. Additionally, rpm and dose values displayed along the axes can be modified by the
following key combinations: „CTRL” + „ALT” or „SHIFT” with „←”, „→”, „↑”, „↓”.
The values shown on the map are color-coded according to value range. Additionally, the
map contains information about engine performance (lighter areas around correct mapping
points). Similarly, areas without mapping completed are darker (see Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć
źródła odwołania. in section Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
New columns and lines are added by clicking the right mouse button on the map while
holding “CTRL”. The multiplier can be modified by highlighting with the left mouse button and
pressing the ENTER key. Modification is introduced via the following key combinations: “CTRL”
and “↑” or “↓” and “+”, ”-“. In the event the “Shift” key is pressed and held and the above-
mentioned combination is used, the multiplier will be changed incrementally (step change).
Pressing the space-bar results in highlighting the point closest to the engine operation point. By
pressing and holding the space-bar while driving, one can easily correct the multiplier value at
the intersection of the closest Diesel oil dose and the engine rpm value. What is more, columns
and lines can be deleted. It is also possible to highlight a larger area for edition. Press
simultaneously “Shift” + “Delete” to delete lines and "Alt" + "Delete", also simultaneously, to
delete columns. Highlight the desired points prior to any deletion operation.

 Gas injection time map (marked as “gas”)

Figure 2.1.15 Gas injection time map.

This map allows adjustment of the basic gas injection pulse depending on load (x axis)
and engine rpm (y axis). Engine load is represented by the current dose of Diesel oil.
The map allows adjustment of basic gas injection pulse with accuracy of 0.1 ms. The
actual gas injection pulse displayed in the “Monitor” window will be corrected by gas injector
opening and closing times, as well as gas temperature and pressure.

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  Diesel oil reduction map

Figure 2.1.16 Diesel oil reduction time.

This map allows adjustment of Diesel oil reduction rate depending on load (x axis) and
engine rpm (y axis). Engine load is represented by the current dose of Diesel oil.
The map allows selection of voltage, by which the CR pressure signal will be reduced with
accuracy of 0.01V. If Diesel oil reduction is deactivated in Parameters → Advanced settings, the
map will be ignored by the gas controller.

 Temperature correction view

Figure 2.1.17 Gas temperature correction

The temperature correction tab enables one to set the dose correction depending on the gas
temperature. The correction is applied by highlighting a given spot with the left mouse button
and setting the desired correction value by pressing “↑” or “↓”. Use the right mouse button to
increase the number of spots by clicking in the desired location.

2.1.6 Auto-calibration

After correct installation of mechanical components and adjustment of controller settings

in the “Parameters”, start and warm up the engine. When the operating temperature is reached,
launch the auto-calibration procedure.
It is an automatic procedure to map engine parameters at idle speed. The automatic
process does not require operator action. The system confirms successful or unsuccessful

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 completion. If the procedure is unsuccessful, follow the displayed messages and restart the
process.
After successful auto-calibration, gas fumigation will be activated automatically upon
each engine start. The auto-calibration procedure has been described in detail in chapter 2.2.1.

Figure 2.1.18 Auto-calibration window.

2.1.7 Errors

“Errors” tab informs the user about errors of the STAG DIESEL controller. It is possible to read
and delete errors.

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 Figure 2.1.19 “Errors” tab.

List of STAG DIESEL errors:

Error description Code
Switchboard connection missing 256
Lost connection with switchboard 257
Reducer temperature sensor missing 512
Gas temperature sensor missing 513
Short circuit in reducer temperature sensor circuit 514
Short circuit in gas temperature sensor circuit 515
Exhaust temperature sensor failure 517
High exhaust gas temperature 518
Low gas pressure 772
Knock sensor failure 1032
Knocking detected 1033
Oxygen sensor missing 1034
Short-circuit in oxygen sensor circuit 1035
Failure of gas injector 1 1792
Failure of gas injector 2 1793
Failure of gas injector 3 1794
Failure of gas injector 4 1795
Failure of gas injector 5 1796
Failure of gas injector 6 1797
Failure of gas injector 7 1798
Failure of gas injector 8 1799
Missing gas injector 1 1800
Missing gas injector 2 1801
Missing gas injector 3 1802
Missing gas injector 4 1803
Missing gas injector 5 1804
Missing gas injector 6 1805
Missing gas injector 7 1806
Missing gas injector 8 1807
Failure of peripherals supply circuit 2048
Failure of solenoid valves supply circuit 2050
Solenoid valve missing 2051
Low power supply voltage 2052
High power supply voltage 2053
Data bus communication circuit fault (short to ground) 2305
Parameters error, check parameters 32769
Map error, check map 32770

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 2.1.8 Recorder

“Recorder” window enables the user to browse through the files of the STAG parameters logger,
which was fitted in the vehicle and connected to the diagnostic connection of the STAG
controller. Connecting AC STAG software with the LPG controller is not required in order to
browse the logger files. Once the logger has been connected to a PC using an USB interface, it is
automatically detected and the recorded files are displayed in the window.
The logger window will display the following message “Status: Recorder available”. The logger’s
firmware version as well as the current date will be displayed too. From this moment on, the
user can view the logger’s files.

Figure 2.1.20 Recorded files.

Double click with the left mouse button on a given file to load it or use the "Open" button. In the
event a file with a set marker is loaded (Figure 2.1.20), an oscilloscope file will be displayed with
the cursor set on the event. This means that the user pressed the logger button while the
vehicle's engine was working. The monitor window will display the recorded parameters.

Figure 2.1.21 “Recorder” tab.

Click on "Clear" button in order to delete the logger's files. The time needed to perform the
above-mentioned operation may be substantial as it depends on the number of recorded files.

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 2.1.9 “Monitor” window

Monitor window displays current system's parameters:

 LED switchboard with the switch – click on the
switchboard to switch between LPG and Diesel oil.
 Pressure [bar] – LPG pressure and pressure in the MAP
inlet manifold and Diesel oil pressure in the injection
rail.
 Diesel oil dose ON [ms] – calculated Diesel oil dose per
engine cycle.
 Gas Inj. dose [ms] – injection time for the LPG
injectors.
 Temperature [ºC] – temperature of the injected gas,
reducer temperature, temperature inside the
controller, exhaust temperature.
 Voltage [V] – voltage values for accelerator position,
knock sensor, % of oxygen in exhaust gas and battery
voltage.
 Speed [rpm] – engine rpm value.
 Engine load – current load of the engine.

Figure 2.1.22 Monitor window.

All the parameters displayed in the monitor window, are also visible on the oscilloscope. A
particular signal can be switched off in order for the oscilloscope not to record it. To do so,
uncheck a given signal in the window by the name. Click on the name field of a given parameter
displayed in the monitor window to enable its color change.
The user can adjust the number of displayed parameters by clicking button or clicking on the
parameter category bar, which collapses the parameters.
Use Gas dose window to deactivate individual gas injectors by clicking on a respective icon. The
operation is helpful for diagnosing mechanical damage of the injector. Please note that for
sequential systems this may result in irregular operation or event engine damage! Deactivation
of individual gas injectors does not impact Diesel oil reduction. The exception from this rule is
deactivation of all gas injectors, which causes deactivation of Diesel oil reduction until any of the
gas injectors is reactivated.
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 Particularly for sequential systems, ensure that all injectors are reactivated after troubleshooting
and repairs are completed.

Figure 2.1.23 “Gas Inj. Dose” window.

What is more, Monitor window offers the auto-hide option, which can be activated by clicking on
the symbol . A hidden window will be displayed as a bar only. A hidden window automatically
drops down, if the mouse cursor is pointed on its bar.

2.1.10 “Oscilloscope” window

To make “Oscilloscope” window visible, select Window → Oscilloscope from the main menu.

Figure 2.1.24 Oscilloscope.

“Oscilloscope” window displays all the signals visible in the "Monitor" window. All the control
buttons have the following functions, starting from the left-hand side:

 Start the oscilloscope

 Stop the oscilloscope
 Record the current oscilloscope
 Load the oscilloscope from a file saved on the hard drive
 Reduce chart scale
 Increase chart scale
 File information

By pointing the cursor to a given event, while viewing the oscilloscope files, the user can view the
values underneath the cursor in the Monitor window. The user can move the oscilloscope with
the slide control at the bottom of the screen or by pointing the cursor to the edge of the diagram
and holding the left mouse button.
Press button to display a window with information on the loaded file related to the number
of registered samples and recording time, as well as versions of the application and controller
used for sampling.

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 Figure 2.1.25 “File info” window

2.1.11 Gas level indicator

Click the right mouse button on the switchboard in order to edit settings of the Gas level
indicator. A setting window will be displayed, which enables selection of threshold voltage
values for the indicator.

Figure 2.1.26 “Gas level indicator” window.

The window enables access to the following settings:

 Gas level sensor type – the user can select from among the following LPG level sensors:
WPGH Hall sensor (3-wire), 50 [kOhm], 90 [Ohm] resistance sensors (2-wire).
 Characteristics WPG – sensor signal increment method: decreasing or increasing.
 Sound level – buzzer volume, 4 levels.
 LED brightness level – LED brightness setting for the level indication (setting unavailable
for activated option of “Automatic illumination control”).
 Buzzer position – once LED400 has been installed, the user must select the location of the
speaker, to ensure correct visualization of the LPG level indication.
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  Automatic illumination control – parameter to control switching of automatic diode
illumination in the LED switchboard depending on illumination intensity (for “Inactive”
selection, it is possible to set the intensity of LED illumination by specific values of “LED
brightness”).

The voltage boxes can be edited in order to ensure correct level indication. Once the sensor type
has been selected, set the extreme values for en empty and a full tank, by setting the voltage
values, including a margin, to ensure correct indication for the “Empty” and “Full” reading. Enter
intermediate values, in appropriate proportions, in both of the middle boxes.

2.1.12 Controller’s update

Turn the key in the ignition in order to supply the controller and enable update of the
controller’s firmware. Select Tools → Devices update in the main menu.

Figure 2.1.27 “Tools” tab in the main menu

A window (Figure 2.1.28) indicating the current version of the controller's firmware as well as the
available updates will be displayed. Parameters window includes a list of devices, for which an
update is available. Firmware updates for STAG Diesel, LED switchboard and recorder are
available.
Select the controller (e.g. STAG Diesel-4) or LED switchboard (LED-400) in Devices parameters
window, to proceed with the firmware update. Connect the logger and use Find Recorder button
in order to update the firmware of the Stag Parameter Logger. Subsequently, select the desired
firmware version from Available updates window. In the event the list of available updates is not
displayed, click on Load Update button and select the desired file from the computer's hard
drive. Having selected the desired firmware version, click on Update button. Wait until the
update process has been completed. The update process progress is reflected by the progress
bar. The engine must be turned off during the update.

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 Figure 2.1.28 “Devices update” window

2.2 Programming the controller

2.2.1 Auto-calibration

Auto-calibration is possible once the reducer temperature has reached the level of 60 °C.
Start the engine and wait until the lambda probe starts working before proceeding with the
auto-calibration procedure. When performing auto-calibration, the engine should work at idle
run. Do not rev up the engine, AC and the lights should be turned off. Do not move the steering
wheel, as this might result in an incorrect course of the calibration procedure.
Once Auto-calibration window has been selected and Start button clicked, the Choose
engine code window will be displayed.

Figure 2.2.1 “Auto-calibration” window.

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 2.2.2 Calibration process

When system components have been properly installed, proceed with controller
calibration.
The first stage is to set the parameters as described in part 2 of this manual.
After all parameters are set and the auto-calibration is completed, map engine operating
parameters on Diesel oil. Start and warm up the engine. When the operating temperature is
reached, make sure the Lambda value in the “Monitor” window is not zero, which confirms
sensor warm-up and correct operation.
When all the conditions are met, perform a drive test for calibration on Diesel oil
(switchboard LED’s should not be lit or flashing). The test drive should include step changes of
engine load and rpm, while checking the map of collected data points shown in the “Maps” tab
(see section 2.1.5 and Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
After mapping of all engine operating ranges, adjust autogas dosing and Diesel oil
reduction rate. It is helpful to use dedicated indicators in Window → Indicators menu.

Figure 2.2.2 “Indicators” menu.

o Oxygen sensor deviation – mixture ratio difference between the current value for LPG
and Diesel oil value for the same point. Positive value indicates that the mixture is too
rich compared to Diesel oil; negative value – too lean.
o Diesel oil ratio – current Diesel ratio in the mixture.
o Diesel oil reduction limit – red color means no further Diesel oil reduction option for a
given performance point (as a result of reaching the “Diesel oil ratio” value set in the
“Minimum Diesel oil ratio” field or CR pressure drop below the value set in the “Min. CR
pressure” field (see section Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.).
o Knocking – red color indicates abnormal combustion (probably as a result of gas dose
that is too high or Diesel oil reduction that is too high). It is necessary to reduce gas
injection rate for this performance point due to the risk of damaging the engine!!! After
gas injection pulse reduction check the mixture for that point (see “Oxygen sensor
deviation” indication) and correct the Diesel oil reduction map as needed.
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 The next phase of calibration can be competed using one of the three methods:

 Automatic mode (recommended) – after switch-over to gas, perform a test drive under
conditions that are as close to the calibration conditions as possible. The controller will
automatically adjust the gas dose and gradually reduce Diesel oil ratio with results
presented in real time on maps in the “Map” tab. The fine-tuning process will be
completed when all required ranges of engine performance are adjusted. (Probably, the
drive should last longer than the calibrating test drive.) Adjustment of individual points is
confirmed by bold values of injection pulse and Diesel oil reduction for a given point (see
Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.). The point is fine-tuned when: current
“Diesel oil ratio” reaches the value entered in the “Min. Diesel oil ratio” field (see section
Błąd! Nie można odnaleźć źródła odwołania.), or, abnormal combustion is detected (in
such case, gas injection pulse will be automatically reduced to a safe level).
 Semi-automatic mode – after switch-over to gas, perform a test drive under conditions
that are as close to the calibration conditions as possible. The user must enter individual
gas injection pulse values manually for points of current engine performance (this is why
it is not recommended to perform the procedure in this mode only by one person) and
the controller will automatically reduce Diesel oil ratio with results presented in real time
on the “Diesel oil reduction” map in the “Maps” tab. For selection of injection pulse
values, it is helpful to use indicators in “Window” → „Indicators” menu, particularly
“Diesel oil reduction limit” and “Knocking”. Activation of any of these indicators alerts if it
is necessary to reduce injection pulse in a given point. If none of the indicator is active,
the user can increase the value of gas injection pulse up to the required level of “Diesel
oil ratio” in a given point. Adjustment of Diesel oil reduction in a given point is confirmed
with bold value of Diesel oil reduction (see figure 4.3). The user should start adjusting
another point only if the current point adjustment is completed (see above). Adjustment
is completed when all ranges of engine performance are fine-tuned. (Probably, the drive
should last longer than the calibrating test drive.)

 Manual mode – after switch-over to gas, perform a test drive under conditions that are
as close to the calibration conditions as possible. The user must enter the values for gas
injection pulse and Diesel oil reduction manually. For selection of values, it is helpful to
use indicators in “Window” → „Indicators” menu. The following rules must be followed
while adjusting gas injection pulse and Diesel oil reduction:
 keep the oxygen sensor deviation value close to zero,
 active “Knocking” indicator informs that it is necessary to reduce the gas injection
pulse in a given point (and check the oxygen sensor deviation to correct map point’s
Diesel oil reduction as needed),
 active “Diesel oil reduction limit” indicator informs that it is necessary to reduce the
Diesel oil reduction value in a given point (and check the oxygen sensor deviation to
correct map point’s injection time as needed),
 if the “Diesel oil reduction limit” and “Knocking” indicators are inactive, the user can
increase gas injection pulse and Diesel oil reduction values (while keeping the
“Oxygen sensor deviation” close to zero) until the required ratio of Diesel oil in the
mixture is reached.

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 Figure 2.2.3 Range 2x2 points have been mapped.

Figure 2.2.4 Range 2x2 points have been correctly tuned.

2.3 Operation of the LED switchboard and sound signals (user's manual)
2.3.1 LED-401 switchboard

Figure 2.3.1 LED-401 switchboard view

LED-401 switchboard features the following elements:

LED circle – four LEDs in the form of a circle, which indicate the current LPG level in the tank.
Four green LEDs indicate a full tank.

Button with AC logo – enables fuel switchover and indicates the current mode of operation:

 OFF – the vehicle is running on Diesel oil.

 flashes slowly (once per second) – the engine is running on Diesel oil, once the set
parameters have been achieved, the system will automatically switchover to LPG
 flashes normally (twice per second) with no sound signals – the system is switching over
to LPG; this can last up to 10 seconds depending on the current parameters of the engine.
 flashes rapidly (4 times per second) and emits sound signals – controller’s error (e.g.
shutdown due to an empty LPG tank)
 backlit in white – the vehicle is running on LPG
 backlit in red – the vehicle is running on LPG, but the LPG tank is almost empty

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 The following additional functionalities are accessible, when LED-401 switchboard is connected
to STAG DIESEL controller:
 LED brightness level adjustment (4 LED brightness levels to choose from) – for
deactivated option of automatic control of LED illumination
 LED switchboard buzzer volume control
 LED switchboard orientation adjustment in order to ensure correct visualization of the
LPG level indication, the buzzer installation location being the reference point
 automatic identification of the type of connected LED switchboard; a connected LED-401
switchboard is recognized by the application as LED-401

Figure 2.3.2 LED-401 set-up window

The controller remembers the most recent fuel settings applicable prior to cutting off the
supply voltage with the key (only if auto-calibration was correct).

2.4 Sound signals

The controller emits the following sound signals:
 three sound signals – a switchover to Diesel oil due to insufficient LPG volume in the tank
 three short sound signals and one long signal – a controller’s error after turning off the
ignition
 two short signals and one long signal after switching the ignition off – required system
inspection missing. Go to a service station in order to inspect the system.

2.5 Technical specification

Supply voltage 12[V] (-20%  +30%)
Maximum current draw of the controller (1 ohm LPG injectors) 25 [A]
Current consumed when in sleep mode < 10 [mA]
Operating temperature -40 - 125 [°C]
Protection class IP54

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