American Micro Fuel Device RT001 Handlebar Mounted Transmitter User Manual

American Micro-Fuel Device Corporation Handlebar Mounted Transmitter

User Manual

RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 3Congratulations and thank you for your decision to purchase RideMaxx, the World’s most advanced and only wireless, electronic fuel injection controller (EFI) designed specifically for your motorcycle. is Quick Start Guide will easily direct you through the few installation steps required to get you on your way to enjoy-ing the riding improvements and benefits of  your  new  RideMaxx  fuel  injection controller.  Before installation, please register your RideMaxx with us either online at our website (americanmicrofuel.com), or by mailing  in  the  provided  postage-paid registration card. Your registration will be necessary for you to enjoy the included and more advanced levels of performance tuning. Your specific RideMaxx registra-tion number, its serial number, can be found either on your warranty registration card, or located on the bottom side of the FuelMaxx (Yellow ECU module). Please retain this number for your records.
4RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 5Your Parts:1  FuelMaxx ECU Module1    RideMaxx Locking Nameplate2    FuelMaxx Bolts1  RideTuner Handlebar Unit2    RideTuner Handlebar Bolts1    CR2 lithium Ion Battery2    Handlebar space reducer gaskets    (for 1″ Handlebars)1  RideMaxx Hex Driver  (double ended)1  RideMaxx Software CD1  RideMaxx Decal1  AMFD Decal1  RideMaxx Bluetooth Passkey: 0000In The BoxTo validate your warranty, registration must be completed within 30 days of your purchase. We ask  that you please take  the time to accurately fill in the questions in the registration process—they only take  a few minutes of your time, and will help AMFD provide you with the excellence of customer service, advanced tuning and the support that you should expect. Enjoy your RideMaxx EFI controller, we sure enjoy ours—and thank you so-much for your business.—e AMFD Team
6RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 7Installation ContentsUsing RideMaxx  23Exit Notes   FuelMaxx Installation For Softails  10  FuelMaxx Installation For Baggers  12  RideTuner Installation  18  Finishing Installation  22  Installing New Maps  24  RideTuner Battery  28  FCC  29  Warranty  30  FuelMaxx and RideTuner Overview  8
8RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 9FuelMaxx and RideTuner OverviewRideMaxx: The FuelMaxxThe brain of the RideMaxx performance EFI control systemRideMaxx: The RideTunerYour wireless control of the FuelMaxx modulee  industry  leading  wireless  Ride-Tuner  mounts  directly  onto  your handlebar.  It  is  your  direct  means  to select  from  three  separate  options (MaxxFuel  Economy,  MaxxPower, and  RideMaxx  Auto)  built  into  the  FuelMaxx module.As  the  core  of  the  RideMaxx  fuel-management system, FuelMaxx is  the brain. It is programmed to offer you the best possible riding experience without sacrifice. It is engineered with your specific needs in mind.
10RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 11Softail FuelMaxx InstallationFuelMaxx on SoftailsThe ECU Plug-in Module Installation for Softails1.  Remove your seat by unscrewing the securing bolt.   —Consult your bike’s manual for your specific seat removal instruction.Prior to installation, please ensure that the ignition of your bike is turned off.2.  Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, unbolt all four ECU bolts and remove the ECU while still attached to the ECU connector.  —Consult your bike’s manual for your specific ECU removal instruction.Softail install continued on page 14…Ensure the  ECU  tray is  located at  the  maximum  height  on  the fender. is allows for needed clearance of the FuelMaxx module. To do this, loosen the bolts with a 3/8˝ wrench and slide the tray up the fender. Retighten the bolts once in position.
12RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 13Bagger FuelMaxx InstallationFuelMaxx on BaggersThe ECU Plug-in Module Installation for Baggers1i.  Open your right side saddle bag and turn the two thumb screws to loosen and remove the saddle bag. is allows access to the cowling beneath and ECU in turn.   —Consult your manual for specific bag removal instruction.2i.  Remove  the  side  cowling that  is behind the right side saddle bag to gain access to the ECU.2ii.  Using  a  3/16˝  Allen  Wrench, unbolt all four ECU bolts and remove the ECU while still attached to the ECU connector. Prior to installation, please ensure that the ignition of your bike is turned off.
FuelMaxx Installation14RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 154.  Remove  the  RideMaxx  locking nameplate from the FuelMaxx module using the included 1/16˝ hex driver. en plug FuelMaxx into the ECU as shown. 5.  Plug  the  ECU  connector  into the open side of RideMaxx FuelTuner. 3.  Unclip the Delphi connector that plugs into the ECU.  —Squeeze the release tab and wiggle it off. Continued FuelMaxx installation…Ensure a tight fit is achieved and the release tab clips to FuelMaxx.
FuelMaxx Installation16RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 176.  Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, bolt the ECU back down to the ECU tray. 6i.  Using a 3/16˝ Allen Wrench, bolt the ECU back down to the ECU tray.7i.  Using the included driver, replace the RideMaxx locking nameplate. Softail InstallationRemounting the ECU and FuelMaxxBagger InstallationRemounting the ECU and FuelMaxxConsult your bike’s manual for your specific ECU reinstall instruction. Ensure a tight fit to the ECU tray and the nameplate is seated flush and bolted securely. Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.Consult your bike’s manual for your specific ECU reinstall instruction. Ensure a tight fit to the ECU tray and the nameplate is seated flush and bolted securely. Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.7.  Using the included driver, replace the  RideMaxx  locking  nameplate.
RideTuner Installation18RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 19RideTuner InstallationThe handlebar-mounted control module installation1.  With the included RideMaxx 3/32˝ driver, remove the two bolts holding the RideTuner together. 2.  Separate the bottom half from the top half  without bending and remove both semi circle gaskets.3.  Remove the rubber battery retainer by gently peeling to expose the battery tray inside. Insert the battery.4.  Place the tray liner back into the battery tray of the RideTuner. Note—polarity indication is in the battery tray for proper battery orientation. Properly align and seat the rubber liner edges to secure a water tight fit. Your battery is not under warranty; consult the warranty(pg.30) for details and the battery information(pg.28) for acceptable replacements.
RideTuner Installation20RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 216.  With the included RideMaxx 3/32˝ hex driver replace both bolts.• For 1 inch handlebars replace the included semi-circle reducer gaskets. ey are slightly oversized for a proper compression fit.• Where any cabling on your handlebar is an obstruction, it may be necessary to trim a small section of your reducer gasket to allow the cable to pass through your RideTuner.5.  Adjacent to the switch housing, attach the RideTuner around the handlebar for a loose hold. Position the button faces for your desired orientation.Ensure  a  tight  fit  is  acheieved  with  tight  pressure  on  the  gaskets. Warning—Do not overtighten. Stripping inserts voids warranty.
22RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 23Finishing Installation1.  Without starting  your bike, turn the  ignition  switch  from  OFF  to IGNITION.2.  Observe the  three LEDs  on the FuelMaxx ECU module:  —e red LED indicates your FuelMaxx has power. Flashing indicates activity.—e blue LED indicates your Bluetooth enabled connection’s activity.—e green LED indicates your Fuel-Maxx is in wireless communication with your RideTuner. Note: is LED will only indicate when switching settings with your RideTuner.3.  Observe the LED on the RideTuner handle-mount module: —Press  either  the  PWR  or  ECON button to awaken the RideTuner for a blue indicator(RideMaxx Auto). Note: A white indicator means the RideTuner is looking for the FuelMaxx module.—Press the PWR button for a red indica-tor (MaxxPower).—Press the PWR button a second time to return to RideMaxx Auto.—Press the ECON button for a green indicator(MaxxFuel Economy).—Press the ECON button a second time to return to RideMaxx Auto.—e LED will remain on for 10 seconds until the RideTuner returns to sleep.Finishing InstallationTesting your FuelMaxx and RideTuner modulesUsing RideMaxxThe RideMaxx Auto, MaxxPower, and MaxxFuel Economy settings on the RideTunerTwo default pre-configured maps, per-formance adjustment files, are installed as MaxxFuel Economy and MaxxPower. e third setting, RideMaxx Auto, does not  require  a  map.  All  three  settings eliminate backfiring and increase throttle response.For further information on maps please see the Installing Maps section on page 24. By default RideMaxx will start in the Ride-Maxx Auto setting when you start your bike. is setting will alternate between the economy and power settings depending on your throttle position.e MaxxPower setting, once selected, will prioritize horsepower and acceleration.e MaxxFuel Economy setting, once selected, will prioritize mileage.When the FuelMaxx power LED indicates and the RideTuner toggles ride options (see FuelMaxx green LED) RideMaxx is fully functional. Replace your seat and bolt (Softails) or cowling and saddlebag (Baggers). Congratulations, RideMaxx is installed!Note—RideMaxx will always start in the RideMaxx Auto setting when you start your bike unless configured otherwise with the included software. Once the RideTuner is asleep, any button press will awake it and indicate the current setting.
If  your  computer  uses  an  alternative  Bluetooth  Wizard,  please  see  our  website  americanmicrofuel.com/support/bluetoothUsing RideMaxx24RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 25Installing MapsEstablish a Bluetooth enabled connection with Ridemaxx1.  Ensure your bike’s ignition switch is  switched from OFF to IGNITION. 2.  Navigate to your Control Panel. Find it immediately under the Start Menu on the right.3.  Switch to Classic View if you are in Category View.4.  Locate the Bluetooth Devices icon and double click.5.  In the Bluetooth Devices dialogue, press  the  button  Add  to  add  your  RideMaxx device.6.  In  the  Add  Bluetooth  Device Wizard check off the box My device is set up and ready to be found and press Next.7.  Once your RideMaxx device has been found, select it and then press Next.
Using RideMaxx26RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 278.  Select Use the passkey found in the documentation. 10.  From the included software cd, install the RideMaxx Wizard.11.  Press the RideMaxx Connection Wizard button. Follow the on screen di-rections and once asked for the RideMaxx port, select the Outgoing COM Port you wrote down previously.12.  Press  the Map Selection button. Follow the on screen directions to choose the map for your bike.13.  Press the Send Map button to install this file to RideMaxx.9.  When the Wizard is finished installing the device, press Next. Write down the Outgoing COM Port. Once the device is completed press Finish. Your device is now ready to communicate with your computer.Enter the passkey 0000 and press Next.
Using RideMaxx28RideMaxx Quick Start Guide 29Part 15.21 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.NOTE: e manufacturer is not respon-sible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.  Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.FCC DisclaimerFuelMaxx FCC ID: WG2FM001FuelMaxx IC: 7811A-FM001RideTuner FCC ID: WG2RT001RideTuner IC: 7811A-RT001is device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.  Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.QDID B010708e included RideTuner Lithium Ion 3v CR2 battery has a minimal usage time and is not under warranty; due to the constant communication between your FuelMaxx module and RideTuner the included battery’s charge may be depleted quickly. Replacing your battery will extend usage time. For example, a battery rated for 800mAh can last up to 90 days.Replacement CR2 batteries are commonly available at major retail stores from popular brands such as Duracell, Energizer and Panasonic; they are often referred to as CR2 Photo or Camera batteries. Capacity and length of usage may vary from battery to battery. A battery’s mAh rating is a general guide for which batteries last longest.RideTuner BatteryAbout your battery and replacing itCR2 3v Litium Ion BatteryDuracell 925mAhKodak 850mAhEnergizer 800mAhPanasonic 750mAhFuji—rechargeable 250mAhCapacities may vary—use this chart as a rough guide only.
Limited WarrantyHow AMFD takes care of youAmerican Micro-Fuel Device Corp’s warranty  obligations are limited to the terms set forth below:American Micro-Fuel Device Corp, (“AMFD”) warrants this RideMaxx™ product (“product”) against defects in material and workmanship for the period of one (1) year. The warranty period begins on the date of original retail purchase.This limited warranty is made only to the original end user and purchaser (“you”) of the product and does not extend to any subsequent purchasers or owners of the product. The “original end user” is the first user to put the product into service in any fashion. It is your responsibility to establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchase date. Accordingly, to avoid denial of coverage or dispute, you MUST register your warranty either online at the AMFD website or return the warranty/registration card to AMFD within thirty (30) days after the date of purchase. This limited warranty is void should you NOT register your warranty within thirty (30) days of the date of purchase. If you discover a defect, AMFD will, at its  option, repair or replace this  product with a new or reconditioned product at no charge to you, provided you return it  during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to AMFD. (You can obtain additional information by contacting AMFD at the address printed in this manual). Please attach your name, address, telephone number, and a copy of the bill of sale as proof of date of  original retail purchase, as well as a detailed description of the problem for which warranty service is requested. Prior to returning the product, you must obtain a Return Merchandise Number (RMA#) from AMFD. Contact AMFD directly to obtain your RMA#. You are responsible for packaging the product to be returned. If the repairs are covered by this Limited Warranty and if the product was properly shipped to AMFD, AMFD will pay the return shipping charges.  This limited warranty applies only to RideMaxx™ products manufactured by AMFD that can be identified by the “RideMaxx™” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them. This limited  warranty  does not cover: damage resulting from the  accidental,  misuse,  abuse, or neglect and/or damage during any type of transportation resulting from improper packaging; damage to any product which has been altered in any fashion, including the alteration or removal of any AMFD serial number; damage resulting from causes other than product defects, including and not by way of limitation, lack of technical skill, competence, or experience of the user, and/or failure to use the product in accordance with the instructions provided in the User’s Manual; and service performed by an unauthorized person or entity. Any implied warranties  including fitness for use and merchantability are limited in duration to the period of the expressed limited warranty set forth above. The remedies provided  under this limited warranty are exclusive and in lieu of all other remedies. AMFD hereby expressly disclaims liability and shall not be responsible in any way for incidental,  consequential  and contingent damages of any kind or nature, including, without limitation: damages to persons or property, whether a claim or such damages is based upon warranty, contract, tort or otherwise; damages due to or arising out of the loss of data; or lost profits, inconvenience, loss of transportation or otherwise. AMFD shall not be responsible for any damages caused by the presence of error or omission in any of its manuals, instructions or related materials. Exit Notes30Serial / Registration Number:

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