I-Command
Submitted by lawndered on Mon, 2013-07-29 19:03
Hi All
For those who use the Etec I-command gauges a question on the fuel configuration. Since my tank is rectangular in shape the manual recommends calibrating on a two point basis. Empty and Full.
I was just wondering has anybody with a rectangular tank used the Five point calibration, I was thinking of doing this on mine as I hope it is more accurate. I know it sounds like it should be, but the guide says 2 points should be fine for a rectangular tank and 3 & 5 point calibration is for irregular tanks.
My system has been out for the past few trip so I have Syphoned the fuel so I can Calibrate, wanted to do the 5 Point calibration but thought I would ask and see what feedback other e-tec users give.
Thanks Brad
solly
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Do you have the fuel meter cell?
My litres are calculared by the useage,It was set up on the two point calibration and is within 1 litre all the time.Very happywith the results maybe check your sensor.300 litre retangular tank
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Starbug
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You can run a multi point
You can run a multi point calibration but if you have a rectangular tank it is a waste of time. The multi point cal it to compensate for the non linear drop in fuel level in an irregular shaped tank,
mungus
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I've got a rectangular tank
I've got a rectangular tank and did the 5 point calibration. I am very happy with the accuracy of it over the last 4 years. Having said this, I never did the 2 point calibration so I can't compare them.
lawndered
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Thanks All
Solly only have the Fluid Level Sensor, will Definatly upgrade next time I spend some Doe on the boat to the Fuel Usage one.
solly
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You can upgrade
It only a chip that can be installed
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