3Built FAQ

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Vehicle Use:
Q1-I own a 1997 Arctic Cat Kitty Cat. It has a 60cc engine with no battery and has a pull start. Will the RES6VU-B work on this child’s snowmobile?

Q2-Would the product RES6VU-B work on a Polaris Scrambler 50cc? Did not see the wiring specs on the website. The current system has a tether pull cord along with two wires.

Q3-I wrote to you previously about the '05 Arctic Cat ZR 120 Sled. I found out it is a Pull start so I would need the RES6VU-B kit. Would that still work on that sled?

The RES6VU-B is adaptable to all types of motorcycles and quads. It works just like your stock ON/Off switch. The wiring will be the same as your factory Off/Run switch but will add an additional switch to your electrical system. It can be wired in as a normally open or normally closed switch while in the Run position.

Vehicle Use:
I would like to know which remote kill switch would be best for my son’s Honda CRF50F. I do not know what type ignition system it has. If you could give
this information I would be most grateful.

Because the CRF50 does not have a battery you will need to install our RES6VU-B. The RES6VU-B comes with its own battery pack to power the receiver/switch. When connecting it to the motorcycle, follow the NORMALLY OPEN instructions. To connect the RES6VU-B you will need to connect the Green wire (RES) to the bike’s frame and the Blue wire (RES) to the Black/White wire (CRF) coming from the Off/Run switch (CRF) using the crimp on wire tap (included).

Vehicle Use:
I just ordered one of your remote shut off systems for my son's 05 Arctic Cat ZR120 snowmobile. Your website mentions 4-wheelers and bikes so I assume the system will also work on the snowmobile. Is this correct?

Yes, it can also be connected to snow mobiles. You will need to determine the correct wiring configuration from your Shop Manual or dealer.

Vehicle Use:
Do you have a remote kill switch for a 1998 PW50? If so, how does it work? How much?

For non electric start motorcycle like the PW50 you would need to order the RES6VU-B model at http://3built.com. The RES units work by imitating your factory Off/Run switch with a remote controlled relay.

Vehicle Use:
Do you have any information on my Brand X motorcycle?

The wiring information that we have is available at http://www.3built.com/wiring.asp

Why does my motorcycle battery go dead after I install your RES12VU?

The RES12VU is a radio receiver device that must consume a minimal amount of power (.008A unlocked) to operate. This is lower than most car alarms and keyless entry on cars. The difference is that a motorcycle battery is much smaller and used less often so it cannot recharge with the engine running. Typically a small motorcycle battery will last about 20 days in the Unlocked position and 2 days in the Locked position. For this reason, our instructions state to unplug the receiver when not in use. To make this easy we supplied a quick disconnect on the power wire.

Verifying Operation:
My child's ATV/Motorcycle will not start. How do I know if it is the Kill switch is causing the problem?

This is very easy. Just disconnect the quick connect to the battery (RES12VU Model) or battery pack (RES6VU-B). As soon as the power is disconnected to the receiver, the RES unit will no longer work as a remote shut off switch. Your vehicle should start with no interruption. If vehicle still does not start you will need to look at other possible issues.

Verifying Operation:
What is causing the range between the remote and the vehicle to decrease?

First try moving the location of the receiver. The antenna wire must not be attached to a metallic surface. Zip tying the antenna wire to the vehicle’s metal frame will greatly reduce range. External radio frequency interference commonly found in cities such as power lines can also reduce range. If the unit worked fine, but now has decrease range, try changing the batteries in the remote control. The remote control is similar to a car alarm remote, the older the battery gets the closer you need to be to the vehicle to activate the RES. Always test range before each use of the vehicle.

Verifying Operation:
I have the RES12VU and it does not work. I hooked it up just as the diagram describes. I am getting power to the unit and I can feel the relays clicking. I checked with my meter and there is no output on the blue wire in lock or unlock positions. I am a licensed electrician with 12 years experience, and it was hooked up correctly. This is a new unit and has never been hooked up before. Please advise me as what I can do.

The RES12VU contains a single-pole double-throw relay. The Blue wire is connected to the Common (single pole) contact on the relay. The Yellow wire is connected to the Normally Closed contact. The Green wire is connected to the Normally Open contact. Depending on the type of factory Off/Run switch on the motorcycle either the Yellow or Green wire will be used but not both. The Yellow wire is for HOT side switches and the Green for GROUND type switches. You will need to test your factory switch to determine which type your motorcycle uses. If you connect the Yellow wire to 12V you should read 12V on the Blue wire until the LOCK button is pressed. (Do not use the green wire) If you connect the Green wire to GROUND then you should read nothing on your meter. When you press the LOCK button, the BLUE wire will have continuity to GROUND (zero ohms). (Do not use the yellow wire) If the relay is clicking the unit is functioning. All units are 100% tested before and after assembly.

Vehicle Use:
I recently purchased an RES unit. I have a Kawasaki KFX50. I have talked to 3 dealers and can't get the information I need to hook it up. Is it a normally open or closed switch? The two wires coming from the Run/Off switch are brown with white stripe and brown with yellow stripe. They don't seem to know which is hot and which is ground. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Running along holding the 3 foot cord is killing me.

The service guys at the dealer should be able to tell from the wiring diagram in their Shop Manual. If you have a multimeter, you can follow our Tech Brief at (http://www.3built.com/instructionuser/Alternative_Wiring_Method_3BuiltLLC.pdf) and test for it yourself. The link can also be found on our homepage on the right hand side under Alt. Wiring.

Verifying Operation:
I've hooked up my unit exactly as shown and it still does nothing when I hit the lock button. My son's quad has electric start. Is there any way of trouble shooting the unit to be sure it works? On the remote, the red light flashes when I push the button, but the quad does not die.

When you press the Lock button on the remote, you should hear the relay click in the receiver box. Then press the Unlock and it will click again. You can do this with the engine off as long as the receiver has power for the battery. If the relay does click, then double check how the receiver was wired in to the motorcycle. If no clicking is heard, then check to see if power is getting to the receiver box. If the light on the remote comes on when the buttons are pressed, power is getting to the receiver, and the receiver does not click then there may be a problem with the unit. Please contact tech@3built.com for further assistance.

Vehicle Use:
Where do I find a wiring diagram for my motorcycle?

Wiring diagrams are typically found in Shop Manuals for the motorcycle. They are not in the Owner’s Manuals or Operation Manual. Some dealers will be happy to photocopy the wiring page for you.

RES Configuration:
Is it possible to have two RES units on different frequencies? I have two boys and would hate to "cut" the power off one while the other is having fun!

We automatically ship units on with different coding. The frequency is the same, but the codes are different so one remote will only shut off one motorcycle.

RES Configuration:
If I buy more than one unit can I get multiple units to work off one remote control?

Yes you can but they need to be custom coded. Before placing your online order please contact 3Built Sales at sales@3Built.com and explain how many receiver units you would like programmed to the same code. All receivers on the same code will activate simultaneously.

I bought a remote kill switch for my sons 2007 Yamaha TTR-50, it seems to be draining the battery after 3 or 4 days of sitting in the garage with the key in the off position. When installed we checked all 3 leads off the battery in the bike and all the leads out were constant power. So I’m positive we hooked it up right. Any idea why it would drain the battery like this? Also the unit I bought from you is the one that did not have the battery pack with it as the TTR-50 has its own battery on board.

If you leave the receiver connected to the battery it will continue to draw about .01 amps because it’s still looking for a signal from the remote control. This is very little current but enough to drain a small battery over several days. Car alarms and other similar devices have the same issue. The difference is in the size of the battery. A car alarm can drain a battery in 7-10 days. Since there is no way to stop the battery from draining over time, we have included a quick disconnect for you to unplug the receiver from the battery when it’s not in use.

How much does power does my receiver consume?

RES12VU
Unlocked: 7.4mA
Locked: 75mA

RES6VU-B
Unlocked: 7.2mA
Locked: 83mA

Question		Answer
1	Vehicle Use: Q1-I own a 1997 Arctic Cat Kitty Cat. It has a 60cc engine with no battery and has a pull start. Will the RES6VU-B work on this child’s snowmobile? Q2-Would the product RES6VU-B work on a Polaris Scrambler 50cc? Did not see the wiring specs on the website. The current system has a tether pull cord along with two wires. Q3-I wrote to you previously about the '05 Arctic Cat ZR 120 Sled. I found out it is a Pull start so I would need the RES6VU-B kit. Would that still work on that sled?	The RES6VU-B is adaptable to all types of motorcycles and quads. It works just like your stock ON/Off switch. The wiring will be the same as your factory Off/Run switch but will add an additional switch to your electrical system. It can be wired in as a normally open or normally closed switch while in the Run position.
2	Vehicle Use: I would like to know which remote kill switch would be best for my son’s Honda CRF50F. I do not know what type ignition system it has. If you could give this information I would be most grateful.	Because the CRF50 does not have a battery you will need to install our RES6VU-B. The RES6VU-B comes with its own battery pack to power the receiver/switch. When connecting it to the motorcycle, follow the NORMALLY OPEN instructions. To connect the RES6VU-B you will need to connect the Green wire (RES) to the bike’s frame and the Blue wire (RES) to the Black/White wire (CRF) coming from the Off/Run switch (CRF) using the crimp on wire tap (included).
3	Vehicle Use: I just ordered one of your remote shut off systems for my son's 05 Arctic Cat ZR120 snowmobile. Your website mentions 4-wheelers and bikes so I assume the system will also work on the snowmobile. Is this correct?	Yes, it can also be connected to snow mobiles. You will need to determine the correct wiring configuration from your Shop Manual or dealer.
4	Vehicle Use: Do you have a remote kill switch for a 1998 PW50? If so, how does it work? How much?	For non electric start motorcycle like the PW50 you would need to order the RES6VU-B model at http://3built.com. The RES units work by imitating your factory Off/Run switch with a remote controlled relay.
5	Vehicle Use: Do you have any information on my Brand X motorcycle?	The wiring information that we have is available at http://www.3built.com/wiring.asp
6	Why does my motorcycle battery go dead after I install your RES12VU?	The RES12VU is a radio receiver device that must consume a minimal amount of power (.008A unlocked) to operate. This is lower than most car alarms and keyless entry on cars. The difference is that a motorcycle battery is much smaller and used less often so it cannot recharge with the engine running. Typically a small motorcycle battery will last about 20 days in the Unlocked position and 2 days in the Locked position. For this reason, our instructions state to unplug the receiver when not in use. To make this easy we supplied a quick disconnect on the power wire.
7	Verifying Operation: My child's ATV/Motorcycle will not start. How do I know if it is the Kill switch is causing the problem?	This is very easy. Just disconnect the quick connect to the battery (RES12VU Model) or battery pack (RES6VU-B). As soon as the power is disconnected to the receiver, the RES unit will no longer work as a remote shut off switch. Your vehicle should start with no interruption. If vehicle still does not start you will need to look at other possible issues.
8	Verifying Operation: What is causing the range between the remote and the vehicle to decrease?	First try moving the location of the receiver. The antenna wire must not be attached to a metallic surface. Zip tying the antenna wire to the vehicle’s metal frame will greatly reduce range. External radio frequency interference commonly found in cities such as power lines can also reduce range. If the unit worked fine, but now has decrease range, try changing the batteries in the remote control. The remote control is similar to a car alarm remote, the older the battery gets the closer you need to be to the vehicle to activate the RES. Always test range before each use of the vehicle.
9	Verifying Operation: I have the RES12VU and it does not work. I hooked it up just as the diagram describes. I am getting power to the unit and I can feel the relays clicking. I checked with my meter and there is no output on the blue wire in lock or unlock positions. I am a licensed electrician with 12 years experience, and it was hooked up correctly. This is a new unit and has never been hooked up before. Please advise me as what I can do.	The RES12VU contains a single-pole double-throw relay. The Blue wire is connected to the Common (single pole) contact on the relay. The Yellow wire is connected to the Normally Closed contact. The Green wire is connected to the Normally Open contact. Depending on the type of factory Off/Run switch on the motorcycle either the Yellow or Green wire will be used but not both. The Yellow wire is for HOT side switches and the Green for GROUND type switches. You will need to test your factory switch to determine which type your motorcycle uses. If you connect the Yellow wire to 12V you should read 12V on the Blue wire until the LOCK button is pressed. (Do not use the green wire) If you connect the Green wire to GROUND then you should read nothing on your meter. When you press the LOCK button, the BLUE wire will have continuity to GROUND (zero ohms). (Do not use the yellow wire) If the relay is clicking the unit is functioning. All units are 100% tested before and after assembly.
10	Vehicle Use: I recently purchased an RES unit. I have a Kawasaki KFX50. I have talked to 3 dealers and can't get the information I need to hook it up. Is it a normally open or closed switch? The two wires coming from the Run/Off switch are brown with white stripe and brown with yellow stripe. They don't seem to know which is hot and which is ground. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Running along holding the 3 foot cord is killing me.	The service guys at the dealer should be able to tell from the wiring diagram in their Shop Manual. If you have a multimeter, you can follow our Tech Brief at (http://www.3built.com/instructionuser/Alternative_Wiring_Method_3BuiltLLC.pdf) and test for it yourself. The link can also be found on our homepage on the right hand side under Alt. Wiring.
11	Verifying Operation: I've hooked up my unit exactly as shown and it still does nothing when I hit the lock button. My son's quad has electric start. Is there any way of trouble shooting the unit to be sure it works? On the remote, the red light flashes when I push the button, but the quad does not die.	When you press the Lock button on the remote, you should hear the relay click in the receiver box. Then press the Unlock and it will click again. You can do this with the engine off as long as the receiver has power for the battery. If the relay does click, then double check how the receiver was wired in to the motorcycle. If no clicking is heard, then check to see if power is getting to the receiver box. If the light on the remote comes on when the buttons are pressed, power is getting to the receiver, and the receiver does not click then there may be a problem with the unit. Please contact tech@3built.com for further assistance.
12	Vehicle Use: Where do I find a wiring diagram for my motorcycle?	Wiring diagrams are typically found in Shop Manuals for the motorcycle. They are not in the Owner’s Manuals or Operation Manual. Some dealers will be happy to photocopy the wiring page for you.
13	RES Configuration: Is it possible to have two RES units on different frequencies? I have two boys and would hate to "cut" the power off one while the other is having fun!	We automatically ship units on with different coding. The frequency is the same, but the codes are different so one remote will only shut off one motorcycle.
14	RES Configuration: If I buy more than one unit can I get multiple units to work off one remote control?	Yes you can but they need to be custom coded. Before placing your online order please contact 3Built Sales at sales@3Built.com and explain how many receiver units you would like programmed to the same code. All receivers on the same code will activate simultaneously.
15	I bought a remote kill switch for my sons 2007 Yamaha TTR-50, it seems to be draining the battery after 3 or 4 days of sitting in the garage with the key in the off position. When installed we checked all 3 leads off the battery in the bike and all the leads out were constant power. So I’m positive we hooked it up right. Any idea why it would drain the battery like this? Also the unit I bought from you is the one that did not have the battery pack with it as the TTR-50 has its own battery on board.	If you leave the receiver connected to the battery it will continue to draw about .01 amps because it’s still looking for a signal from the remote control. This is very little current but enough to drain a small battery over several days. Car alarms and other similar devices have the same issue. The difference is in the size of the battery. A car alarm can drain a battery in 7-10 days. Since there is no way to stop the battery from draining over time, we have included a quick disconnect for you to unplug the receiver from the battery when it’s not in use.
16	How much does power does my receiver consume?	RES12VU Unlocked: 7.4mA Locked: 75mA RES6VU-B Unlocked: 7.2mA Locked: 83mA