DOMETIC S16031 D Plus Active Simulator User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Dometic

DOMETIC S16031 D Plus Active Simulator User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions, guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual in order to ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.

By using the product, you hereby confirm that you have read all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set forth herein.

You agree to use this product only for the intended purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions, guidelines, and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. A failure to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual, including the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-date product information, please visit documents.dometic.com.

Explanation of symbols

DANGER!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE!
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.

Safety Instructions

WARNING! Failure to obey these warnings could result in death or serious injury.

Fire hazard/Flammable materials

In event of fire, use a fire extinguisher which is suitable for electrical devices.
Health hazard
This device is not intended for use by persons (including children below age of 8) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
Always keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they don’t play with the device.
Children must be supervised during the cleaning and maintenance of the device.
Risk of injury
Lay the cables so that they cannot be tripped over or damaged.

NOTICE! Damage hazard

Do not expose the device to a heat source (such as direct sunlight or heating). Avoid additional heating of the device this way.
Setup the device in a dry location where it is protected against splashing water.
Do not install the device in a dusty environment.
Make sure that the mounting surface is capable of supporting the weight of the device.
Use ductwork or cable ducts if it is necessary to lay cables through metal panels or other panels with sharp edges.
Do not lay the cable so that it is loose or heavily kinked.
Fasten the cables securely.
Do not pull on the cables.
Lay the cables so that they cannot be damaged by the doors or the bonnet. Crushed cables can lead to serious injury.

Scope of delivery

Quantity	Description
1	D+ Active Simulator
2	Cable tie
1	Installation and operating manual

Target group

Target group The electrical installation and setup of the device must be performed by a qualified electrician who has demonstrated skill and knowledge related to the construction and operation of electrical equipment and installations, and who is familiar with the applicable regulations of the country in which the equipment is to be installed and/or used, and has received safety training to identify and avoid the hazards involved.

All other actions are intended also for non-professional users.

Intended use

The device is intended to simulate the D+ signal in vehicles where is no longer possible to pick up from the alternator, for example Euro-6 vehicles.

This product is only suitable for the intended purpose and application in accordance with these instructions.

This manual provides information that is necessary for proper installation and/or operation of the product. Poor installation and/or improper operating or maintenance will result in unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage to the product resulting from:

Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess voltage
Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts other than original spare parts provided by the manufacturer
Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
Use for purposes other than those described in this manual
Dometic reserves the right to change product appearance and product specifications.

Technical description

The D+ signal is necessary to activate various additional devices (e.g. battery separator relay, AES refrigerator, charging booster). The device is triggered by the engine vibration. When the engine stops, the switching output turns off automatically.

Functions:

Switching output (D+ signal) overload protected and short circuit proof (max 0.3 A)
Switch on delay 4 s
Adjustable switch off delay
Voltage detection
Suitable for 12 V or 24 V system

Installing the device

WARNING! Electrocution hazard
The installation may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.

The device is attached directly to the engine with cable ties and triggered by the engine vibration.

Mounting the device

Install the D+ Active Simulator with cable ties on a suitable place (for example: wiring harness, rubber tubes and pipes) which are close to the engine, but far enough from the hot engine (fig.1).

NOTICE! Damage hazard

The installation must not affect the operation of the engine.
The vehicle manufacturer’s specifications must be observed.
Do not install the device on any metal engine parts.

Connecting the device

Connect the device as illustrated (fig.3).

NOTICE! Damage hazard

Make sure the cables cannot touch any part with temperature over 100°C.
Attach the cables without any tensile force.

Setting up the device

Device element

(fig.2)	Description
1	Status LED
2	Rotary switch

Device element

After the device is connected, it is automatically detected the operational voltage (12 V or 24 V). Meanwhile, the LED blinking red and green alternately. When the LED blinking only red, the device is ready to use.

Switch-off delay settings

The switch-off delay specifies how long the D+ signal is maintained after switching the engine off.

NOTE
If the switch-off delay is selected appropriately, the D+ signal can be prevented from being unintentionally switched off on vehicles with an automatic start-stop system.

To set the required switch-off delay, turn the rotary switch to the corresponding position (fig.2).

Position	Switch-off delay
1	Setup
2	No function
3	10 s
4	15 s
5	30 s
6	60 s (Factory default)
7	90 s
8	2 min
9	3.5 min
10	5 min
11	No function

Voltage detection setting

When the voltage detection is active (factory default) the device is controlled by vibration and voltage. The D+ signal switches on when the engine is running and the starter battery voltage has reached at least 13.7 V (or 27.4 V) for min. 4 s. After the D+ signal switching on, the voltage may drop back below this threshold the device is controlled purely by vibration again.

To set the additional voltage detection, the rotary switch must be in the “Setup” position.
- If the device is in setup mode, the LED is blinking yellow.
Turn the rotary switch quickly three times from the leftmost to the rightmost position and back to switch on or off the voltage detection.
- If the LED is blinking green the voltage detection is turned on successfully.
- If the LED is blinking red the voltage detection is turned off successfully.
Select the requested switch-off delay and the setup mode automatically exited.

NOTE
The device factory default settings are:

Voltage detection is active.
Switch-off delay is 60 s.

Using the device

The operating status is shown by different blinking cycles of the LED (fig.2).

LED	Operating status
Blinking red	Standby, D+ signal off
Blinking green	D+ signal on
Blinking yellow	Setup mode
Blinking three times red	Voltage detection off
Blinking three times green	Voltage detection on
Blinking red and green alternately	Determining voltage range

Cleaning and maintenance

The device is maintenance-free.

Troubleshooting

Fault	Possible cause	Solution
The device is not working at all.	Blown fuse.	Replace the fuse.
Poor power supply contact.	Clean battery terminals and the device wiring

contacts.
Wrong power supply polarity.| Connect the device properly.
No function, yellow LED blinking.| Setup mode is active.| Set the correct switch-off delay.
No D+ signal when the engine is running and red LED blinking.| Device is not mounted correctly.| See chapter “Installing the device” on page 9.
Voltage detection on and the battery voltage not reached the activation value.| Wait for the battery voltage reach the activation value or turn off the voltage detection.
No D+ signal when the engine is running and green LED blinking.| Output signal exceeded the 0.3 A load.| Remove the too high load from the output. Wait 5 min. to reset.
Device internal damaged.| Replace the device or send it in for repair.

Warranty

The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer’s branch in your country (see dometic.com/dealer).

For repair and warranty processing, please include the following documents when you send in the product:

A copy of the receipt with purchasing date
A reason for the claim or description of the fault

Note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the warranty.

Disposal

Recycling products with non-replaceable batteries, rechargeable batteries or light sources

If the product contains any non-replaceable batteries, rechargeable batteries or light sources, you don’t have to remove them before disposal.
If you wish to finally dispose of the product, ask your local recycling center or specialist dealer for details about how to do this in accordance with the applicable disposal regulations.
The product can be disposed free of charge.

Recycling packaging material

Place the packaging material in the appropriate recycling waste bins wherever possible.

Technical data

| D+ Active Simulator
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Nominal voltage| 12 or 24 V
Operational voltage| 10 to 32 V
Self-consumption| 3 to 7 mA
Switching output| Max. 0.3A, positive potential
Switching delay on| 4 s
Switching delay off| 10 s to 5 min
Weight| 100 g
Dimension (D x L), in mm| 25 × 43
Protection class / IP rating| Class III / IP64
Operating temperature| -40 °C to +105 °C
ECE number| 10R-069195

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