Description
Product Overview
Upgrade your equipment maintenance with the Hardline Products® Digital Hour/Tach Meter, the genuine OEM choice for top manufacturers including Toro, MTD, Cub Cadet, Bad Boy, Troy-Bilt, and Briggs & Stratton.
Designed, assembled, and tested in the USA, this industrial-grade inductive meter provides the critical data needed to maintain peak engine performance. By accurately tracking RPMs and total running time, you can precisely schedule oil changes, valve adjustments, and spark plug replacements—extending the lifespan of your expensive machinery.
Unlike mechanical meters that click and wear out, this solid-state digital unit features a modern LCD and fully encapsulated epoxy construction, ensuring vibration resistance and complete waterproofing (IP-68 rated) for the harshest outdoor environments.
Key Features & Benefits
- Genuine OEM Quality: This is the exact GDI/Sendec meter originally installed by manufacturers, not a cheap aftermarket imitation.
- Dual Functionality:
- Tachometer: Displays real-time engine RPM (up to 15,999 RPM) while the engine is running.
- Hour Meter: Automatically switches to display total accumulated runtime (up to 9,999.9 hours) when the engine is off. The meter will only count time with the engine running.
- Extreme Durability: 100% epoxy-encapsulated case makes the unit fully waterproof, shockproof, and resistant to the elements.
- Always-On Display: The high-contrast LCD screen is readable whether the engine is on or off, with no external power required.
- Long-Life Battery: Features an internal battery with an impressive 12-15 year lifespan.
- Visual Indicators: A flashing hourglass icon provides visual confirmation that the meter is actively counting time.
Seamless Installation
Many mowers come pre-wired for this exact meter, even if the dealer did not install it.
- Plug-and-Play: Simply locate the pre-installed wiring behind your dashboard decal. If you can not locate the pre-wired lead use our pick-up wire included in the package. Just wrap pick-up wire around spark plug lead and secure with included wire tie and connect female end to meter.
- Easy Mounting: Cut the decal over the dashboard panel slot, snap the meter into place with the built-in spring-loaded clips, and push-connect the wiring.
- Universal Fit: Can also be installed on non-wired units using the included single-wire connection (Inductive pickup).
Compatibility
Replaces the following OEM Part Numbers:
- MTD / Cub Cadet / Troy-Bilt: 725-05438
- Toro: 148-1063 (Do not use on 2025-2027 Timecutter, Use this Meter)
- Bad Boy: 083-4013-00
- Briggs & Stratton: 5106789
Fits Specific Models:
- PRO Series: PRO HW (300 336/348/354), PRO Z 500/700/900 Series (KW 554/560/760/772/960/972), PRO X 600 Series.
- Tank Series: LZ48, LZ54, LZ60, SZ48, SZ54, SZ60.
Technical Specifications
- RPM Capacity: Up to 15,999 RPM (1% resolution)
- Hour Capacity: Up to 9,999.9 hours
- Resolution: 0.1 hours (6 minutes)
- Input Options: DCV, ACV, Ignition
- Dimensions: 1.74″ (L) x 1.08″ (W) x 1.11″ (H) (44mm x 27mm x 28mm)
- Certifications: CE, ETL, Intertek Certified
- Warranty: 1 Year
Note: Does Not Work on Diesel Engines.
What’s in the Box?
- 1 x Digital Hour/Tach Meter
- 72″ Pickup Wire & Wire Tie
- Maintenance Log Book
- Instructional Guide
Video Features of this Panel Mount Meter
Download Specification Sheet Here!
Download Function/Test Sheet Here!
Download Digital Log Book for Droids!
How to Video Install
Q: How do I mount a panel mount hour meter? A: Panel mount meters snap into place no tools required. Locate the cut-out on your Timecutter dashboard and cut out the decal that is covering the hole. This cut-out is usually located by the throttle adjustment on the dash. Plug meter into the wire harness and push meter into the dash.
Q: Why is my screen always on? is this killing the battery? A: Our screens always stay “Lit” so you can glance at the meter anytime to read the hours. This does not affect the 10 year battery life of your meter.
Q: How do I know my meter is working? A: When installed correctly the “hour-glass” icon on the left hand side of the meter will flash when the engine is running and you are sitting in the seat. Remember it will take 6 minutes of running before you see “.1” on the screen for total hours.
Durability & Lifespan
Q: Is the Hardline hour meter waterproof? A: Yes, it features an IP-68 waterproof rating. The meter is 100% epoxy-encapsulated, making it completely resistant to complete water submersion, heavy dust, shock, and extreme vibration.
Q: Does the hour meter have a replaceable battery? A: No, the unit features a sealed, internal lithium battery designed to last for 10 years. This completely sealed design ensures maximum durability and maintains the IP-68 waterproof rating throughout the meter’s lifespan.
Q: Is the hour meter I get been on the shelve for 2 years and now I only have eight years of life left? A: No, your hour meter is typically 2-3 weeks old, that’s it! We are the largest manufacture of hour meters and we can’t make them fast enough!
Q: What do I do with this paper log book that is included? A: We include a paper log book with every meter we sell. You can record important maintenance items like oil changes, spark plug(s), blade sharpening etc…
Q: My engine is running but my meter is not counting? A: Certain models of lawnmowers you have to be sitting in the seat with the engine running before the meter will begin counting time.
UPC:632194729957
B0F84KRVDF
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