FAQ's ~ Frequently Asked Questions
1.
How easy is it to install a TireTraker™ TPMS?
2.
Will the monitors display each tire's pressure and temperature?
3.
What happens when the tire pressure gets low?
4.
What happens when the tire pressure gets too high?
5.
What happens when the tire temperature gets too high?
7.
How many tires can I monitor with TireTraker™ TPMS?
8.
What is the sleep mode?
9.
Should I install the Signal Booster
that is included with the system?
10.
Are metal valve stems required with the TireTraker™ TPMS?
11.
If I purchase a new vehicle, can my TireTraker™ TPMS easily transfer?
12.
Why does my manual pressure gauge list slightly different pressures than the TireTraker™ TPMS?
13.
Why did I fail to get a signal from a sensor during installation?
14.
What if I need to make changes to the system setup?
15.
What if I need to change the baseline pressure setting for any or all tires?
16.
What can cause a 'No Signal Warning'?
17.
How are the monitors powered?
18.
What happens when I remove the sensors to inflate or check the pressure in my tires?
19.
What should be done if I have an alarm?
20.
How do I mount the monitors?
21.
Can I use tire valve extensions?
22.
Do I need to rebalance my tires when using a sensor?
23.
What should I do if a sensor is lost or damaged?
24.
How do I replace a battery in a sensor?
25.
Do these TPMS work with a tow vehicle?
26.
Can the monitors be used independently on an RV or tow vehicle?
27.
What happens when I disconnect a toad or trailer?
1. How easy is it to install the TireTraker™ TPMS?
2. Will the monitors display each tire's pressure and temperature?
3. What happens when the
tire pressure gets low?
4. What happens when the
tire pressure gets too high?
6. How are the tire pressure
alarm baselines determined during installation set-up?
9. Should I install the Signal
Booster that is included with the system?
11. If I purchase a new
vehicle, can my system easily transfer?
12. Why does my manual
pressure gauge list slightly different pressures than the
TireTraker™ TPMS
13. Why did I fail to get a
signal from a sensor during installation?
14. What if I need to make
changes to the system setup?
15. What if I need to
change the baseline pressure setting for any or all tires?
16. What can cause a 'No
Signal Warning'?
17. How are the monitors
powered?
18. What happens when I
remove the sensors to inflate or check the pressure in my tires?
19. What should be done if
an alarm is activated?
20. How do I mount the
monitors?
21. Can I use tire valve
extensions?
22. Do I need to rebalance
my tires when using a sensor?
23. What should I do if a
sensor is lost or damaged?
24. How do I replace a the
battery in a sensor?
25. Does the TireTraker™
TPMS work with a tow vehicle?
26. Can the monitors be
used independently on an RV or tow vehicle?
27. What happens when I
disconnect a toad or trailer?
Programming and installation are very simple.
No tools are required. Simply program each tire's baseline pressure
(cold psi), then walk around the vehicle(s) with the monitor in hand
and screw on the sensors in each location and you're done. Expected
installation is estimated to take approximately 15 minutes.
Installation assistance is available by contacting us at
866-200-9773.
With a Slow Pressure Leak, at a 15%
psi loss below the baseline pressure setting for that tire;
B. The alarm will 'Beep' every 15 seconds for 5 minutes,
C. The
tire pressure icon will flash and show only 75% full,
D. The red
LED icon will flash.
With a Quick Pressure Leak, the
tire loses 3 or more psi in 2 to 10 minutes below the current
operating pressure for that tire;
A. The tire position
will show solid with current pressure,
B. The alarm will sound an
intermittent 'Beep-Beep',
C. The tire pressure icon will flash,
D. 'Leaking' icon appears in lower left corner,
E. The red LED
icon will flash.
With a Rapid Pressure Leak, the tire
loses 3 or more psi in less than 2 minutes below the current
operating pressure;
A. The tire position will show solid
with current pressure,
B. The alarm will sound a constant
'Beep-Beep',
C. The tire pressure icon will flash,
D.
'Blowout' icon appears in lower left corner,
E. The red LED icon
will flash.
F. The white LCD screen will flash.
With a High Pressure Alert, the
tire's pressure rises 25% above the baseline pressure setting for
that tire;
B. The alarm will sound an intermittent
'Beep-Beep',
C. The tire pressure icon will flash and show
expansion,
D. The red LED icon will flash.
5. What happens when the
tire temperature gets too high?
When the internal
temperature of a tire exceeds 167? F;
B. The alarm
will sound an intermittent 'Beep',
C. The tire temperature icon
will flash,
D. The red LED icon will flash.
When
the internal temperature of a tire exceeds 185? F;
A.
The tire position will show solid with current temperature,
B.
The alarm will sound a constant 'Beep-Beep',
C. The tire
temperature icon will flash,
D. The red LED icon will flash.
?
The TireTraker™ TPMS
monitors from 2 tires up to 22 tire positions, depending on the
system purchased. If you decide to add
sensors at any time, you simply purchase the amount of sensors
needed and program into the existing monitor.
When there is no motion of the vehicle for 15 minutes,
the system and sensors will go into 'Sleep' mode. This will save
system battery power. When the system 'Awakes', the last pressure
and temperature that was showing will be indicated. On the system, simply use the
'Auto-Update' feature and the monitor will reset to 0 psi and begin
to update the system data with the current pressures and
temperatures within 10 minutes. Note: When The System Is In
The Sleep Mode, The System Is Continually Monitoring Your Tires And
Will Immediately Notify You Of Any Pressure Or Temperature Alarm. Motion Is Not Necessary To Activate Any Alarm - You Will Know
Immediately If Your Tire(s) Has A Problem.
Yes. The
Signal Booster will help maintain a strong signal at all times from
the sensors to the monitor. In addition, the Signal Booster can
assist in prolonging the life of the sensor batteries.
The TireTraker™ TPMS sensors weigh
only 0.5 ounces (without battery) and do not require metal valve
stems. However, we always recommend metal stems be installed
whether you have a TPMS or not.
Yes it can. You can
move the monitor to a new vehicle and reprogram the TireTraker™
sensors to the new tires and you are on your way.
The TireTraker™ TPMS are highly
sophisticated electronic wireless tire pressure monitoring devices.
Electronic systems have been proven to report much more accurate
pressures that the standard tire pressure gauge. We suggest that you
utilize your manual gauge to periodically check your tires, but to
rely on your TireTraker™ TPMS for better accuracy.
Higher radio
frequency (RF) transmissions travel mostly via straight lines and
along line-of-sight pathways. The TireTraker™ TPMS sensors are
required to accomplish the difficult task of transmitting a low
power FCC approved signal from the vehicles tires to the monitor. If a
sensor fails to be recognized within 30 seconds during initial
installation, remove the sensor for 10 seconds and retry. If you
have already mounted the signal booster kit, reposition the booster for
possible better reception.
Once you have programmed the
sensors to their original tire position, you will need to delete a
sensor from a location first, and then reprogram to a different
position. Be sure to also change the baseline pressure if there is
any change.
Simply go to the 'Pressure Setting Mode' and adjust the baseline
pressure for the tires desired. The monitor will update and utilize
the new baseline pressure after 20 minutes.
A 'No Signal Warning' can be caused from a
low battery in a sensor, excessive distance between the sensor and
the monitor, external radio interference or excessive metal in coach
construction, etc. A Signal Booster will alleviate this problem in
most cases.
The monitors are powered by an internal
rechargeable battery with a detachable 12 volt accessory plug or
Micro USB plug. The
monitors come slightly charged for programming, and we suggest that you plug
the monitors into the power source initially for 6 hours to
receive a full charge. Once charged, the monitors will operate up to
30 days without a charge, and will display a 'monitor' icon when
needing a charge. This is extremely convenient if you need your 12
volt accessory receptacle for other equipment (toad brakes, GPS,
computer, etc.). It also allows you to conveniently walk around your
vehicles with the monitors during programming and when checking
tires.
It is recommended that tire pressures be checked regularly using
a high-quality pressure gauge when the tires are at ambient
temperatures, in addition to the use of a tire pressure monitoring
system. Remove the sensor, check pressure, and inflate if necessary.
When you return the sensor to the valve stem, the sensor will begin
to read the current pressure and return to its normal operation.
Immediately pull over and check tire.
Physically check the tire and repair, if necessary. Be sure to check
valve stem for damage. Soap the valve stem to identify any leaks.
The TireTraker™ TPMS come with a Mounting Bracket
with Universal Cradle (except TT-3000 system) that can be used on
any appropriate surface. Also, many customers simply use Hook and Loop tape
(Velcro). Because of each monitor's small size, it is very easy to
find a convenient location. Some customers have even attached the
monitors to the center of the steering wheel with the Hook and Loop
tape.
Most tire valve extensions will work properly.
We suggest purchasing quality extensions, and checking them
regularly. An advantage with the TireTraker™ TPMS is the fact that
it will alert even if the extender begins to fail and lose pressure.
Placing the TireTraker™ TPMS'
0.5 ounce sensor (without battery) on a typical vehicle will not
normally necessitate rebalancing tires.
If a sensor is lost or damaged
and needs replacing, visit our website at
www.tiretraker.com or call
us at 866-200-9773 to place an order for a new sensor.
One of the best advantages of the
TireTraker™ TPMS is the ability to change the batteries in the
sensors. Other systems require you to purchase a new sensor after a
period of time when their batteries expire. With the TireTraker™
TPMS, you can simply purchase new lithium batteries (CR1632) and
replace them as needed yourself. Expected sensor battery life is 1-2
years. When the battery is low, a 'sensor' icon will display on the
monitor to show low battery.
Yes, the systems works well
with the majority of tow vehicles: auto, truck, fifth wheel, boat
trailer, horse trailer and others. The monitors on the TireTraker™
TPMS is extremely flexible for a variety of applications.
Yes, the monitors
that are included with the TireTraker™ TPMS enables the systems to
be transferred to a tow vehicle.
In 'Auto
Connect-Disconnect', you can simply turn off the front or rear
vehicle on the monitor so that you can view either the front or
rear vehicle separately.
