Help with Tach problem

[dimock44]

I have a tach that seems to run in the proper range (54 -5600) at wot. The problem is when you turn off the key it stops at what ever rpm it is at. When you turn on ( not start) the key it drops to 0. Could this be wired wrong? The info in my manual just states that I need one and be sure and get the right one. 1991 60hp Evinrude. Any info would help Thanks

 

[ezeke]

Re: Help with Tach problem

The tach is functioning properly as to defaulting to zero when the key is in the run position with the engine off.

 

[dimock44]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Thanks but is it normal to stop at 900 rpm mark when the key is turned off to shut down the motor

 

[ezeke]

Re: Help with Tach problem

My OMC tachometers stop at whatever RPM I was running when I turned the key to off, depriving the tachometer of power.

 

[dimock44]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Thanks ekzeke One less thing to fix

 

[Barnacle_Bill]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Thanks but is it normal to stop at 900 rpm mark when the key is turned off to shut down the motor

Thats normal.

 

[ezeke]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Did I stutter? Edit, Just kidding, bhile.

 

[Dhadley]

Re: Help with Tach problem

No, but there's not enough insulation in here. That's why there's an echo.

 

[ezeke]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Guilty as charged!

 

[Barnacle_Bill]

Re: Help with Tach problem

Or else I don't read close enough.