Lowrance EP-85R Storage Device Installation and Operation Instructions

This document shows how to connect an EP-85R storage device to a NMEA 2000® network and store fuel usage data for up to three NMEA 2000 compatible engines.

Brand: LEI
Category: Other Electronics
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 32
File format: PDF
File size: 616 KB
Published: 11 July, 2012
Updated: 29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum: 65DBE1B8F665B436EFE3DAE254C4606A
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About this manual

The Lowrance EP-85R Storage Device is a smart module designed to accumulate fuel used data from up to three NMEA 2000 compatible engines. It stores Fuel Range, Fuel Used, Trip Fuel Used, and Seasonal Fuel Used data. The device connects to a NMEA 2000 network via a red connector and is compatible with LowranceNet blue connector networks using an adapter cable. Installation requires connecting the device to the network backbone using a T connector or a LowranceNET Node Kit if expanding a new network.

What's inside

Installation
NMEA 2000 Network
Boat Setup
Fuel Remaining Source
Fuel Manager Menu
Refill Tank
Partial Fill
Economy Speed Source

Specifications

Compatible Engines	up to three NMEA 2000 compatible engines
Stored Data Types	Fuel Range, Fuel Used, Trip Fuel Used, Seasonal Fuel Used
Network Compatibility	NMEA 2000 and LowranceNet blue connector networks

Frequently asked questions

What is the default timeout setting for the LMF-200 gauge menus?

The default setting is 5 seconds, after which menus will time out.

How do I reset the engine-tank configuration on the LMF-200?

Press MENU, highlight SYSTEM SETUP, press MENU twice, choose ENG/TANK, press MENU twice, then press MENU again.

Can the EP-85R calculate Fuel Range if the Fuel Remaining Source is set to Fluid Level?

No, the EP-85R will not calculate Fuel Range if the Fuel Remaining Source is set to Fluid Level.

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