Exhibit H: User Manual FCC ID: CW21668-2-1W
REMOTE FIRING DEVICE OPERATOR'S MANUAL (DRAFT 10/25/99) The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Rothenbuhler Engineering Company be liable for errors contained herein or for special, indirect, or consequential damages or injuries of any nature resulting from use of information in this document. ROTHENBUHLER ENGINEERING P.0.
SPECIAL NOTICE WARNING TO USERS AND AFFECTED PERSONS The Remote Firing Device (RFD) is designed to be used in blasting operations. Explosives used in connection with the RFD may be extremely powerful. Improper use of explosives with or without the RFD or improper safety precautions taken with respect to personnel or property may result in death, serious personal injury, or property damage.
FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) That this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter Page Special Notice ............................................................................................. ii Warning to Users and Affected Persons ..................................................... ii Limited Warranty......................................................................................... ii FCC Notice ................................................................................................ iii Table of Contents..................................
3. System Specifications. ..................................................................... 3-20 3.1. Radio. ..............................................................................................................3-20 3.2. Physical. ..........................................................................................................3-21 3.3. Battery. ............................................................................................................3-21 3.4. Timing. ..................
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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure 1-1 RFD System................................................................................................1-3 Figure 2-1 RFD System................................................................................................2-6 Figure 2-2 Controller Unit. ............................................................................................2-7 Figure 2-3 Detonator Unit. ..........................................................................................
SAFETY SUMMARY The following are WARNINGS and CAUTIONS, contained throughout this manual and are repeated here for emphasis. All personnel engaged in the handling, firing, and storage of the system covered in this manual must fully understand these WARNINGS and CAUTIONS, and procedures by which hazardous conditions are to be reduced or eliminated. Also listed are general safety precautions that are not related to any specific procedures and therefore don't appear elsewhere in this publication.
WARNING Do not connect a blasting cap to a Detonator Unit unless the green SAFE light is on, the red ARMED light is off, and the yellow ON/LOW BATT light is on steady. This indicates there is no voltage on the binding posts, the binding posts are electically isolated from the firing capacitor, the binding posts are shunted to each other, and the battery is not low. WARNING Ensure that blasting caps are not connected to any of the Detonator Units during bench test.
1. INTRODUCTION. 1.1. PURPOSE. 1.1.1. The primary purpose of this manual is to provide descriptive information, operational information, instructions in assembly, and instructions in testing and preparation for operational or training use of the Remote Firing Device (RFD). 1.1.2. The Remote Firing Device (RFD) is used to activate electric detonator devices. The System is strictly an electronic device, containing no explosive.
1.3.5. The Controller Unit and Detonator Unit have a temperature operation from -22 ºF to +140 ºF. 1.4. PACKAGING. 1.4.1. The RFD Systems are packaged in a hard-shell carrying case. The Controller Unit and all Detonator Units have an individual cut-out location in the internal packing. There is a cut-out location in the internal packing for all the Antenna Assemblies. Provided in Carrying Case Assembly is a cut-out location in the internal packing with the Battery Charger Assembly.
Figure 1-1 RFD System.
1.5. 1.5.1. packs. MAINTENANCE. Periodic maintenance is limited to discharging and charging the battery 1.5.2. Corrective maintenance shall be accomplished at the Manufacturer or Repair Depot. Replacement of parts or repair at the user level and field disassembly is not authorized. 1.5.3. In case of failure of a component of the RFD System, ship the System to the Repair Depot.
2. INTRODUCTION TO RFD SYSTEM COMPONENTS. 2.1. SYSTEM. 2.1.1. The RFD is a battery powered, hand held, radio remote controlled system to be used on land as a primary firing mechanism to detonate explosive charges. The RFD system consists of a Controller Unit and 8 Detonator Units. 2.1.2. The Controller Unit and Detonator Units in one System will not operate with Units from another System. 2.1.3.
Figure 2-1 RFD System.
2.2. CONTROLLER UNIT. 2.2.1. Figure 2-2. Provides the physical size, weight, front panel light, and switch locations on the Controller Unit. The unit is sealed at the Manufacturer or repair depot and should not be opened during field activity. Figure 2-2 Controller Unit.
2.3. CONTROLLER UNIT SWITCH OPERATION. 2.3.1. Unit Power Control. Depress the “ON” switch to turn the power on to the Controller Unit when the Antenna Assembly is attached. Depress the “OFF” switch to turn the power off to the Controller Unit. The power is off when the Antenna Assembly is removed. 2.3.2. Display Panel Light Dimmer Circuit. Depress the “DIM” switch to toggle the display panel lights dim or bright. 2.3.3. Select Detonator Units.
2.3.6. Disarm the Detonator Unit. Depress the “DISARM” switch, the Controller Unit will transmit the Disarm command to selected Detonator Units. Selected Detonator Units will internally discharge their firing capacitor. Selected Detonator Units that receive the Disarm command will become Disarmed within 3 seconds of receiving the command. The green DISARMED light for selected Detonator Units will begin to flash on the Controller Unit display panel.
• Depress “ARM” switch – all eight Detonator Units will Arm. • Depress the switches for the Detonator Units that will not be fired initially. • Depress the “FIRE” switch. Only Detonator Units still selected will Fire. • Depress the switches for the Detonator Units that were just Fired. • Depress the switches for Detonator Units to be Fired next. • Depress the “FIRE” switch. Only Detonator Units still selected will Fire. • Repeat as necessary.
2.4.6. Detonator Unit Armed. A red light next to each of the “1” though “8” switches is used to indicate when the corresponding Detonator Unit is Armed. The ARMED light for selected Detonator Units will flash after the Arm command is sent to the selected Detonator Units. The ARMED light will go to steady after the firing capacitor charge time if the Controller Unit is within range of the selected Detonator Unit's transmitter.
2.5. DETONATOR UNIT. 2.5.1. Figure 2-3. Provides the physical size, weight, and front panel lights on the Detonator Unit. The unit is sealed at the Manufacturer or repair depot and should not be opened during field activity. Figure 2-3 Detonator Unit.
2.6. BATTERY CHARGER ASSEMBLY. 2.6.1. Figure 2-4. Provides the front panel lights, and switch position on the Battery Charger Assembly. The unit is sealed at the Manufacturer or repair depot and should not be opened during field activity. Figure 2-4 Battery Charger Assembly.
2.7. ANTENNA ASSEMBLY. 2.7.1. Figure 2-5. Provides the physical size, technical requirements and view of the Antenna Assembly. The power to the Controller Unit and Detonator Unit is interrupted when the Antenna Assembly is not connected. Figure 2-5 Antenna Assembly.
2.8. CARRYING CASE. 2.8.1. Figure 2-6. Provides the physical size of the Carrying Case and a view of the storage location for System assemblies in the Carrying Case. The Carrying Case has a pressure equalization vent near the handle. The vent should be opened prior to opening the Carrying Case. The vent should be kept closed during storage and shipment. Figure 2-6 Carrying Case.
2.9. VENT OPERATION. 2.9.1. Figure 2-7. The Controller Unit and Detonator Unit vents are manual and relieve internal pressure due to heat and altitude. When the vent is closed, it will not leak in 100 feet of water or up to 30,000 feet in altitude. CAUTION Unequal air pressure inside the Controller Unit may affect the operation of membrane switch keypad. Extreme pressure differentials may irreversibly damage the keypad and/or cases.
2.10. ANTENNA / BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTOR. 2.10.1. Figure 2-8. & Figure 2-9. The Controller Unit and Detonator Unit antenna / battery charger connector accommodates the input requirements for both the Antenna Assembly and the Battery Charger Assembly. The unit electronics and battery pack are only connected together when the Antenna Assembly is connected to the antenna / battery charger Connector. Figure 2-8 Controller Antenna / Battery Charger Connection.
Figure 2-9 Detonator Antenna / Battery Charger Connection.
2.11. CONNECTOR DUST COVER OPERATION. 2.11.1. Figure 2-10. The Controller Unit and Detonator Unit antenna / battery charger connector dust cover protects the connector pins from shorting out and damage when the Antenna Assembly or Battery Charger Assembly is not connected. The connector dust cover should be connected to the connector when the connector is not in use. Figure 2-10 Connector Dust Cover Operation.
3. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS. 3.1. RADIO. CARRIER FREQUENCY FCC ID: 135 - 174 MHz * CW21668-1 CONTROLLER UNIT OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE CW21668-2 -30ºC to 60ºC -22ºF to 140ºF CW21668-2-1W*** REMOTE UNIT REMOTE UNIT 100 mW 1W FREQUENCY STABILITY ±5PPM OR (0.00005%) ±5PPM OR (0.00005%) ±5PPM OR (0.00005%) MODULATION 10K6F2D (AFSK) 9K56F2D (AFSK) 9K56F2D (AFSK) TRANSMIT POWER 5 Watts 0.1 Watt 1 Watt OPERATING POWER 12 VDC 7.2 VDC 7.
3.2. PHYSICAL. Controller Unit Detonator Unit SIZE(w/out antenna) (in) 8H x 3W x 2.5D SIZE(w/out antenna)(in) 6H x 3W x 2.5D SIZE(w/out antenna) (cm) 20.32H x 7.62W x 6.35D SIZE(w/out antenna)(cm) 15.24H x 7.62W x 6.35D WEIGHT (w/battery) 2.5 lbs., 1.14 kg WEIGHT (w/battery) 2 lbs., 0.91 kg CASE Die cast aluminum CASE Die cast aluminum COLOR Black COLOR Black 3.3. BATTERY.
3.4. TIMING. Controller Unit ARM time: 1/2 ± 0.1 Seconds Detonator Unit ARM time: 10 ± 0.1 Seconds Controller Unit Auto DISARM time: 60 ± 0.1 Seconds Detonator Unit Auto DISARM time: 60 ± 0.1 Seconds Controller Unit DISARM time: 3 ± 0.1 Seconds Detonator Unit DISARM time: 3 ± 0.1 Seconds Controller Unit FIRE time: 1 ± 0.1 Seconds Detonator Unit FIRE time:* 20 Milliseconds *This is the delay after the Detonator Unit receives the command signal from the Controller Unit to Fire. 3.5.
3.6. SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION. 3.6.1. Each Controller Unit and Detonator Unit is marked with an identification label. Figure 3-1. Shows how the identification label should interpreted. The Controller Unit will only communicate with Detonator Units from the same System. Figure 3-1 Identification Label.
4. PRE-OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES. 4.1. 4.1.1. PHYSICAL INSPECTION. Inspect all components for physical damage. CAUTION Do not use any component that is damaged, suspected of being damaged, or is not able to operate as designed. The safety of the operation could be compromised. 4.1.2. Ensure the antenna / battery charger connector on the Controller Unit and Detonator Unit is not Damaged. 4.1.3.
4.2.4. Plug the AC cord into a 110 VAC 60 Hz outlet. The Battery Charger Assembly will operate from 90-135/180-270 VAC, 47-63 Hz. 4.2.5. Connect each Detonator Unit and the Controller Unit to the Battery Charger Assembly. The Controller Unit can be connected to any of the nine cables. 4.2.6. Open the vent on each Detonator Unit and the Controller Unit. 4.2.7. Turn on the power switch on the Battery Charger Assembly. 4.2.8. The CHARGE light for each connected unit will flash for approximately 5 seconds.
4.3.3. Connect each Detonator Unit and the Controller Unit to the Battery Charger Assembly. The Controller Unit can be connected to any of the nine cables. 4.3.4. Open the vent on each Detonator Unit and the Controller Unit. 4.3.5. Turn on the power switch on the Battery Charger Assembly. 4.3.6. The CHARGE light for each connected unit will flash for approximately 5 seconds. The flashing CHARGE light indicates that rapid charging is pending. 4.3.7. Press the BATTERY DISCHARGE switch.
4.4.4. Install the Antenna Assemblies on the antenna / battery charger connectors of the Detonator Units. The ON/LOW BATT and SAFE lights will come on steady. If the ON/LOW BATT light is flashing, the Detonator Unit has a low battery. Recharge the battery in accordance with section 4.2. 4.4.5. Turn the Controller Unit on by pressing the “ON” switch for 1 second. A yellow light located in the upper left quadrant of the “ON” switch will come on steady.
4.4.12. Connect a test bulb assembly to the binding posts of each Detonator Unit. Arm the Detonator Units. Press the “FIRE” switch on the Controller Unit. The test bulb should flash brightly. The ARMED light will turn off and the SAFE light will turn on at each Detonator Unit. The displayed status at the Controller Unit will change from Armed to Disarmed. 4.4.13. Turn off the Controller Unit by pressing the “OFF” switch. Turn off the Detonator Units by removing their Antenna Assemblies. 4.4.14.
5. OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES. WARNING Use of this system and its components must be restricted to personnel qualified and experienced in the field of explosives and detonating devices. Under no circumstances shall untrained personnel attempt to use this manual as a text for selfteaching. WARNING Employ standard blasting system safety standards when using this equipment with explosives. CAUTION All units must be thouroughly tested and the batteries fully charged prior to operational use. 5.1.
5.1.4. Press the Controller Unit “ON” switch for one second. The yellow light in the upper left quadrant of the “ON” switch will come on steady. If the yellow light flashes, the Controller Unit battery is low and needs charging. Refer to Battery charging section 4.2. 5.1.5. Press the “STATUS” switch on the Controller Unit. The red TX light will flash for approximately 15 seconds.
5.2.8. If all Detonator Units are located within 1,000 feet of the Controller Unit, refer to section 5.3. 5.2.9. If all Detonator Units are located more than 1,000 feet and less that 5 miles from the Controller Unit, refer to section 5.4. 5.2.10. If some Detonator Units are located within 1,000 feet of the Controller Unit, and other Detonator Units are between 1,000 feet and 5 miles from the Controller Unit, refer to section 5.5. 5.3. SYSTEM OPERATION – DETONATOR UNITS WITHIN 1,000 FEET OF CONTROLLER UNIT.
5.3.6. To Fire the Detonator Units, press the “FIRE” switch. The operator should get an indication of shot initiation. The ARMED light will go out and the green DISARMED light for each selected Detonator Unit will come on solid on the Controller Unit display panel. 5.3.7. If not all the Detonator Units were selected for the shot, repeat above steps to initiate the remaining shots. 5.3.8. To Disarm any Detonator Units that have been Armed, select the Detonator Units and press the “DISARM” switch.
5.4.3. Press the “STATUS” switch. The Controller Unit will request status from all Detonator Units. The red TX light will flash for approximately 15 seconds. The green DISARMED light on the Controller Unit display panel will flash for all Detonator Units that the Controller Unit does not receive a status message from. 5.4.4. Select the Detonator Units that are to be used in the shot by pressing the corresponding numbered switches “1” through “8”. Press the numbered switches one at a time.
5.4.11. Refer to Post Operational Procedures in chapter 6. 5.5. SYSTEM OPERATION – DETONATOR UNITS BOTH WITHIN AND IN EXCESS OF 1,000 FEET AND LESS THAN 5 MILES FROM CONTROLLER UNIT. Note: If the distance between the Controller Unit and the Detonator Units is in excess of 1,000 feet, the Detonator Units status transmissions may not be received by the Controller Unit. The Controller Unit will command the Detonators from a distance up to 5 miles, but the Detonator Status may not be confirmed.
System Safety Feature Once Armed, the Detonator Units must be sent a Fire command within 60 seconds. If the Detonator Units do not receive a Fire command within 60 seconds of being armed, they will automatically Disarm. The firing capacitor will be safely internally discharged, the binding posts will remain isolated from the firing capacitor and the binding posts will remain shunted together. 5.5.8. To Arm the selected Detonator Units, press the “ARM” switch.
6. POST OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES. 6.1. SECURING THE SYSTEM. 6.1.1. Turn the Controller Unit off and remove the Antenna Assembly. This action disables the Controller Unit. 6.1.2. Replace the dust cover on the antenna / battery charger connector on the Controller Unit and replace the red plastic cap on the Antenna Assembly. 6.1.3. Remove the Antenna Assemblies from the Detonator Units. This action turns off the Detonator Units. 6.1.4.
7. BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING IN THE FIELD. 7.1. DETONATOR UNITS. 7.1.1. “ON” and “SAFE” lights do not illuminate when the Antenna Assembly is installed. a) Check Antenna Assembly and make sure it is seated, “clicks” on to the connector. b) Recharge the battery. c) Try a different Antenna Assembly. 7.2. 7.2.1. CONTROLLER UNIT. “ON” Light does not stay on. a) Check Antenna Assembly and make sure it is seated, “clicks” on to the connector. b) Press and hold the “ON” switch for 5 seconds.
8. OPTIMIZING RANGE. 8.1.1. When power lines are in the area, the radio transmission distance is reduced. The System can operate at the following distance, when the Controller Unit is elevated to a maximum transmission location angle to the Detonator Unit location (see Figure 8-1).
Figure 8-1 Unit Normal Transmission Location. 8.1.2. If the Controller unit and Detonator Unit must be placed in a position other than location in Figure 8-1, use Figure 8-2 or Figure 8-3. The minimum transmission will occur when the Controller Unit antenna and the Detonator Unit antenna are placed in the line of site. The maximum transmission occurs when the line of site lays in a path of 5 to 25 degrees above Unit top plane perpendicular to the antenna.
Figure 8-3 Detonator Unit Tilted.
Figure 8-4 Antenna Radiation Pattern RFD OPERATOR MANUAL 8-41
