Instruction Manual Remote Control system RC400 Document no S106 Revision Language A English
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev Page A 2 of 18 Contents 1 General ................................................................................. 3 1.1 2 3 4 Terminology 3 Preface ................................................................................. 4 2.1 General information 4 2.2 Notice and Warnings 5 General system description.................................................... 6 3.1 Schematic overview of Scanreco RC-400 G4 6 3.
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Document information Attribute Information Document type Manual Title Instruction manual Subtitle Remote Control System Scanreco RC-400 G4 Document number S106 Revision A Revision date 2009-09-25 Revision history Revision Date Name Note A 2009-09-25 SCANRECO AB First creation of document 1 General 1.
Document type Document number Manual S106 2 Preface 2.1 General information Rev A Page 4 of 18 This manual is intended as a complement to the crane / machine instruction book and covers the Scanreco RC 400 Remote Control System. The Scanreco RC 400 offers the driver an extremely advanced remote control system with speed, precision, control and maximum safety. In order to ensure your safety and the safety of your crane / machine you should study and learn these instructions.
2.2 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 5 of 18 Notice and Warnings This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A 3 General system description 3.1 Schematic overview of Scanreco RC-400 G4 Page 6 of 18 The Remote Control System is comprised of the following components (see figure 3.1): 1 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 3.1 Schematic overview of the Scanreco RC-400 G4. General scope of delivery (see your specification and Figure 3.1). No Description Qty 1 Portable Control unit (PCU) Chapter 3.2 1 1 Portable Control Unit Handy (PCU-H) Chapter 3.
3.2 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 7 of 18 Portable Control Unit The Portable Control Unit is impact, weather resistant, light weight and compact. Figure 3.2 The Portable Control Unit. The manoeuvre levers are fully proportional and have spring return to the zero position, i.e. a "dead-man's-handle". The control unit has a stop function which will immediately stop all movements.
3.2.1 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 8 of 18 Stop function panel There is a red stop function switch (STOP) with a manual twist reset, a push button and a red LED on the control unit's stop function panel, see figure 3.3. The control unit is started with the spring reset push button ( ) All movement of the crane is stopped if the stop function is activated on the control unit. The red LED indicates operating and battery status. Figure 3.3 View of a stop function panel. 3.
3.3.4 Document type Document number Manual 66026 Rev A Page 9 of 38 Technical data (PCU) Item Technical data Battery pack 7.2 VDC Portable Control Unit effective operating time Approximately 8 hours per charge Weight 1,45/1,70 kg. (without/with battery pack) Dimension (W.H.D) 290x160x190 mm IP class IP65 Ambient temperature (Celsius / Farenheit) -25°C to +70°C /approx.
3.2.4 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 10 of 18 Battery charger and battery charging The battery charger is using two different modes of charging. Initially the unit will charge with a high current until the battery is charged, then it reduces to a trickle charge mode until battery is removed. The normal charging time for an empty battery is approximately 3 hours. The battery charger is designed not to damage the battery even with long continuous charging (see figure 3.12).
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 11 of 18 Figure 3.6 After connecting the cable connector, put the cable inside the cable track. 3.2.6 Operation The battery charger will start a charge cycle when a new battery is inserted (green LED starts blinking). After approx. 3 hours the battery is charged and ready for use (green LED is continuous ON).
3.3 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 12 of 18 Portable Control Unit Handy The portable control unit Handy can be supplied with one step, two step or with innovative stepless infinitely variable (proportional) speed. The innovative push buttons which operate with stepless infinitely variable (proportional) speed - remains in direct proportion to the push buttons displacement for maximum precision and performance of the crane/machine.
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 13 of 18 MODE 1/2 BATTERY STATUS LED A ACTIVATE / FUNCTION SWITCH BUTTON (Fn) RED LED ON STOP BUTTON Figure 3.8 LED Display and start-/stop buttons. 3.3.1 LED Display A LED indicate functional and battery strength status as well as providing a simple, diagnostic, trouble-shooting option.
3.3.4 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 14 of 18 Battery operation 20 hours operational life is guaranteed following charging. Recommended charging time is approximately two hours. The battery (powered by two NiMH AA-batteries) is housed inside the hand-held unit and can be easily changed by the operator.
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 15 of 18 Fast charge mode This mode is indicated by a flash rate of ¼ second (LED is lit for 250ms and dark for 250ms). This mode is entered if fast charge of the batteries is active. During fast charge the batteries are charged with a current of 1A. Top off mode This mode is indicated by a constantly lit charge LED. When fast charge mode is naturally terminated a top off mode is entered to ensure maximum capacity is reached.
3.4 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 16 of 18 Central unit (CU) The central unit is manufactured in plastic and is provided with contacts for connection for supply voltage, the electro-hydraulic converter valves, dump valve and ON/OFF functions. Since the central unit can be exposed to very tough environments, the box is encapsulated to give protection from damp, heat, cold, dust, vibration and corrosive environments.
Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A 4 Safety regulations and operating instructions 4.1 Safety regulations Page 17 of 18 These instructions cover those special regulations which apply for remotely controlled cranes. The driver must be aware of the contents of these safety regulations. Remote controlled cranes may only be operated by trained personnel. The portable control unit must never be passed over to any person who has not received training for remote controlled cranes.
% 4.2 Document type Document number Manual S106 Rev A Page 18 of 18 Be aware of the contents in "OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS" and the handling and method of working of the remote control system. See next section " Operating instructions " Operating instructions Before operation, the driver must make himself aware of the contents in the "SAFETY REGULATIONS" for remotely controlled cranes. The driver must be aware of the function of all manoeuvre levers and switches. 1.
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