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PATENTS PENDING
PATENT NO. CAN. 1.130.426
PATENT NO. U.S. 4.345.554 193-073-221-A0
REMOTE CONTROL ENGINE STARTER
MODEL STS-200
For all manual
transmission gas- and
diesel-powered
vehicles. (Carburetor
models require an
optional solenoid.)
DO NOT INSTALL ON
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
VEHICLES
.
Made in Canada by:
ASTROFLEX Inc.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the
ASTRO
START
Remote Control Engine Starter. Your Remote
Starter is the result of intensive research by a company specializing in the design of
high-quality electronic automotive products.
ASTRO
START
is designed to provide many
years of reliable, trouble-free service. Its negative trigger input makes it compatible to a
wide variety of remote controlled device. Please read the following instructions carefully
so that you understand how your
ASTRO
START
. Some of the functions described below
may not be applicable to your vehicle.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Always turn off main switch w hen vehicle is parked in an enclosed, unventilated area
or is in for servicing.
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Always turn off main switch when not using your Remote Starter for extended periods
of time.
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Keep remote controls away from children.
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Have your engine tuned regularly to ensure optimum performance of your Remote
Starter.
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Make sure your windshield wipers are turned off before leaving vehicle.
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Check safety features regularly; they prevent y our Remote Starter from operating
under certain conditions. (See “SAFETY CHECKS”.)
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Make sure you comply with all local regulations which may prohibit leaving your engine
running when vehicle is unattended in a public place.
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Always advise service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a Remote Starter.
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We strongly recommend that you have your Remote Starter checked annually.
Contact the dealer in your area.
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BEFORE USING YOUR REMOTE STARTER
Before leaving your vehicle, set the various controls in order to use your Remote
Starter.
Set heating/air-conditioning to desired position. (When Remote Starter starts your
engine, it will also turn on your climate control system.)
Make sure:
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windshield wipers are “
OFF
”.
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gearshift is in
NEUTRAL
;
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hand brake is ON;
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system has beeped once to confirm that it is ready to receive a command.
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The system generates the beep to send a code every time key is not in ignition and
brakes are applied, or every time key is turned from “ON” to “OFF”.
Code 1 System ready.
If system beeps more than once (i.e., sends a code other than Code 1), refer to
following table to rectify situation.
Code 2 Gearshift is not in NEUTRAL.
Code 3 Hand brake is not ON properly.
Code 4 Sequence not recognized U.
Code 5 Programming problem. Contact your service center.
Code 6 Internal communication problem. Consult your service center.
U
This sequence is part of your Remote Starter’s safety system which constantly
checks position of your gearshift. This sequence is reset every time gearshift is moved
from any gear into neutral while hand brake is off.
USING MAIN SWITCH
Main switch is usually installed
under dashboard. It has 3 positions
- ON,
OFF
and
LOW TEMP
- and is
used to cancel start functions and
activate Sentinel Mode.
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STARTING YOUR ENGINE
Your Remote Starter is controlled by an external remote control; consult relevant manual
for commands or ask your installer what command is associated with your starter’s
“Start/Stop” function.
Parking lights flash once to confirm command has been received, then remain on all the
time engine is running after being started by remote, i.e., for programmed runtime.
CONTINUOUS MODE
Continuous Mode allows you to leave engine running even after removing ignition key.
(This mode can only be activated when vehicle was started w ith ignition key ). This practical
feature also allows you to leave heating/air-conditioning system on when you leave vehicle
for a short period of time.
Send “Start/Stop“ command while engine is running.
Parking lights will come on and you can remove key. Engine will run for programmed
runtime and stop automatically when runtime has elapsed if you have not returned. If
engine is still running when you return to your vehicle (before runtime has elapsed), put key
in ignition, turn it to “ON“ position and apply brakes. All actions that normally stop engine
when it is started by remote control (applying brakes, opening hood, etc.) have same effect
in this mode.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
Same command starts and stops your engine.
Engine will stop and parking lights will turn off.
SENTINEL (LOW TEMPERATURE) MODE
In Sentinel Mode, system can start your engine automatically when temperature falls
below -15ºC (5ºF). Engine will run for programmed time, after which Sentinel Mode will
wait 2½ hours and then start engine again if temperature is still below -15ºC (5ºF). All
actions that normally stop engine when it is started by remote control (applying brakes,
opening hood, etc.) have same effect in this mode.
TO ACTIVATE SENTINEL MODE
Turn main switch to
LOW TEMP
position, then apply brakes.
After 2½ hours, if temperature is below -15ºC (5ºF), engine will start. If temperature is
above -15ºC (5ºF), Sentinel waits until it goes below -15ºC (5ºF) before starting. If
system cannot execute command (for example, hood is open), parking lights will flash
three times and Sentinel Mode will not be activated.
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SENTINEL MODE IS DEACTIVATED WHEN:
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Key is turned to “ON” position.
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Main switch is no longer in “LOW TEMP” position.
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One of safety devices, with exception of applying brakes or sending a remote control
command (see “What will stop your engine” below), detects an infringement of safety
conditions.
UPON ENTERING YOUR VEHICLE ...
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Do not apply brakes; this will turn off engine immediately.
U
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Insert ignition key and turn it to “ON” position.
WARNING:
DO NOT TURN IGNITION KEY TO “START” POSITION.
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Drive as usual.
U
Remember that engine will also stop if hand brake is released or gearshift is moved
before turning key to “ON” position.
WHAT WILL STOP YOUR ENGINE
For your safety, engine will not start or will stop if:
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Remote control sends a stop message.
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Hood is open.
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Brakes are applied.
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Gearshift is not in “NEUTRAL”.
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Hand brake is not ON properly.
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Engine exceeds 3000 rpm.
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Main switch is OFF.
ENGINE RUNTIME
Your engine will stop automatically after a preset time. Parking lights will stay on as long
as engine is running. Runtime is programmable during installation. Manufacturer preset
time is 15 minutes but you can have it changed to suit your needs.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If your system cannot start your vehicle at first attempt, it will wait a few seconds and
then try again (it could try again twice depending on reason for failure to start), after
which it will shut down automatically and wait for new command.
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SAFETY CHECKS
In order to maintain high safety standard, proceed with following routine checks every
month.
HOOD SWITCH
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Start your vehicle with Remote Starter.
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Open hood.
Engine must stop as soon as the hoods’ angle of inclination exceeds 30 º.
If engine does not stop,
first
turn main switch to “
OFF
” position and leave it
“
OFF
” until situation is rectified; contact your local service center.
DETECTING “NEUTRAL” GEARSHIFT POSITION
Your starter is designed to check gearshift position at all times. Your vehicle
will not start or will stop if gearshift is not in
“NEUTRAL”
.
Check as follows:
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Start your vehicle with remote control as usual.
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Move gearshift slightly as if putting it in gear.
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Repeat above steps moving gearshift in all directions.
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If engine does not stop immediately when gearshift is moved in all
directions,
first
turn main switch to “
OFF
” position and leave it “
OFF
” until
situation is rectified; contact your local service center.
CHECKING HAND BRAKE
Your starter is designed to check hand brake position at all times. Your
vehicle will not start or will stop if hand brake is not in
“ON”
position.
Check as follows:
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Start your vehicle with remote control as usual.
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Release hand brake without applying brakes.
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Engine should stop as soon as you release hand brake.
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If engine does not stop,
first
turn main switch to “
OFF
” position and leave it
“
OFF
” until situation is rectified; contact your local service center.
REPLACING OR BOOSTING VEHICLE BATTERY
If you have to replace or boost battery for any reason, first turn main switch “
OFF
” and
leave it “
OFF
” until battery is replaced or fully charged.
Reversing polarity during this operation could permanently damage your Remote
Starter.
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LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
1.
ASTROFLEX INC
. warrants the manufactured product specified below against any defect in
workmanship or material for the period specified below.
2. This Warranty excludes any other legal warranty, with the exception of provisions pertaining to public
order.
3. This Warranty only applies in favor of the original purchaser; it does not apply to subsequent
purchasers.
4. This Warranty is valid for the life of the vehicle on which the product was originally installed, as long as
it remains installed on the said vehicle, with the exception of those components covered by a shorter
warranty.
5. If the conditions mentioned in paragraphs 3) and 4) are met, the Warranty applies only to the control
module of the following products: TS-100, STS-100, STS-200, RS-101, RS-102, RS-103, RS-113, RS212, RS-213, RS-304, RS-414 and RS-504.
6. All other accessories (such as the transmitter, switch, antenna, module DL-3 or DL-4, etc.) are only
warranted for a period of one year from the date of the purchase contract; the batteries are not covered
by any warranty.
7.
ASTROFLEX INC
shall repair or replace any part of the product or the product itself, either (a) in
accordance with the provisions in paragraph 5), free of charge during the first two years of the contract,
or (b) in accordance with the provisions in paragraph 6), free of charge during the first year of the
contract.
8. After two years from the date of the contract,
ASTROFLEX INC
shall repair any part of the product or
the product itself in accordance with the provisions in paragraph 5), for a charge not exceeding $30.00.
This amount must accompany the product to be repaired. The product will be returned, freight collect,
to the purchaser.
9. If the purchaser cannot provide proof of purchase, the Warranty is limited to two years from the
manufacturing date as confirmed by the product’s serial number. The purchaser of this
ASTROSTART
product shall return the product for warranty service, freight prepaid, to the address indicated on the
back of this document.
10. This Warranty only applies to the product itself and does not apply to any material damages other than
to the product itself.
11.
ASTROFLEX INC
does not warranty either the product itself or any damages that may be caused by
the product if any of the following conditions apply:
a) the installation was not done by the installer-distributor, and in accordance with the
instructions from
ASTROFLEX INC
;
b) the product was damaged after installation;
c) the purchaser used the product for a purpose other than stipulated in the user’s guide;
d) the purchaser repaired the product himself or had the product repaired by someone not
authorized by
ASTROFLEX INC
;
e) the product was repaired with parts not authorized by
ASTROFLEX INC
.
12.
ASTROFLEX INC
is not responsible for removal or reinstallation charges.
13. This Warranty constitutes the only warranty from
ASTROFLEX INC
in regard to the original purchaser;
any other warranty is specifically excluded, including legal warranties, with the exception of provisions
pertaining to public order.
Note: Operation, specifications and design of our products are subject to change without notice.
This device complies with the requirements of the Department of Communications (DOC), Canada, as specified in
document CNR-210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference, no-pr otection basis; in other words, this device
must not be used if it is determined that it causes harmful interference to services authorized by the DOC. In
addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference
could affect the operation of the device.
DOC approval no.: 1854 K 1066
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ASTROFLEX Inc.
Customer Service
1164 Route 220 Ste-Élie D’orford
(Québec) CANADA
J0B 2S0
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