Tadano RCSFT1-433 Remote Control Transmitter User Manual UserManual

Tadano Ltd. Remote Control Transmitter UserManual

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M037920E Contents 1 Contents Contents Safety Caution ････････････････････････････････････････････････ A-1 Preface･･･････････････････････････････････････････････････････ 2 Configurations of Radio-control System ････････････････････････ 3 Names and Functions of Each Section･･････････････････････････ 4 1. Radio-control Block ･･･････････････････････････････････････ 4 2. Crane ･･･････････････････････････････････････････････････ 7 Safety Functions of Radio-control System ･･････････････････････ 8 1. Auto Power-off Function ･･･････････････････････････････････ 8 2. Switch Failure Detection Function･･･････････････････････････ 8 3. Continual Operation Restriction Function ････････････････････ 9 4. Instant Stop Alarm Function････････････････････････････････ 9 5. Alarm Function ･･･････････････････････････････････････････ 10 Radio-control ･････････････････････････････････････････････････ 11 1. Preparation for Radio-control Operation ･････････････････････ 11 2. How to Operate the Radio-control･･･････････････････････････ 13 3. Changing Speed Mode ････････････････････････････････････ 15 4. Engine Start-up Operation ･････････････････････････････････ 16 5. Emergency Stop Operation ････････････････････････････････ 16 Manual Operation ･････････････････････････････････････････････ 17 Battery Replacement for Transmitter ･･･････････････････････････ 18 1. Battery Replacement Timing ･･･････････････････････････････ 18 2. How to Replace Batteries･･････････････････････････････････ 18 Measures for Emergency Case･････････････････････････････････ 19 1. When Radio-Control Operation is Impossible ･････････････････ 19 2. If the Radio-control is not Possible ･･････････････････････････ 22 Troubleshooting Guide ････････････････････････････････････････ 23 Daily Inspection･･･････････････････････････････････････････････ 25
M037930E Preface 2 Preface Preface This operation and maintenance manual is for safe and proper operation and inspection/maintenance of the radio-control system whose model is shown in the following table. Refer to the operation and maintenance manual of the main unit of the crane for operation and inspection/maintenance of the main unit. Applicable model Transmitter RCS-FT1 Communication unit RCS-FR1 Radio-control system Control unit RCS-FC1 Confirm the model of your radio-control system with the nameplates shown in the following illustrations. Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual products in details. Note that the illustrations for explanation purposes are sometimes drawn without any cover or guard. Note that the products may be subject to modifications that are not reflected in this manual, because of product improvement. When transferring the crane to another party, transfer this manual also together with the crane. Should you have any comments or inquiries on the delivered crane or this manual, contact the nearest TADANO distributor or dealer. Transmitter Communication unit Control unit
M037940E Configurations of Radio-control System 3 Configurations of Radio-control System Configurations of Radio-control System Control unitCommunication unit Speaker(for alarm)Emergency stop lampRadio control valveTransmitterPortable hookTransmitter storing bag
M037950E Names and Functions of Each Part 4 Names and Functions of Each Part Names and Functions of Each Part 1. Radio-control Block 4 Power switch5 Speed mode switch3 Power LED (Red)13 Emergency stop LED (Red)11 Engine start switch10 Horn switch12 Emergency stop switch1 Engine start LED (Red/Green) 2 Speed mode LED (Red/Green)6 Elevation selection switch9 Swing selection switch7 Hook selection switch8 Extension selection switch16 Speed control lever18 Connector for remote-control operation19 Reception lamp 17 Mode indicator lamp15 Battery coverTransmitterCommunication UnitControl Unit14 Strap20 Communication unit LED (Red/Green)0200ES2RCS-FR1IC :-RCSFR1FCC ID:-RCS-FR1Motion selection switches 69
M037950E Names and Functions of Each Part 5 Names and Functions of Each Part 1. Engine Start LED The LED shows the condition of the engine start switch. ・ When the switch is not operated: Turned off ・ When the switch is operated: Turned on (Red) 2. Speed Mode LED The LED shows the speed modes. ・ At high-speed mode: Turned off ・ At medium-speed mode: Turned on (Green) ・ At low-speed mode: Turned on (Red) 3. Power LED The LED shows the power ON/OFF of the transmitter and battery consumption condition. ・ At power OFF: Turned off ・ At power ON: Turned on (Red) ・ At battery exhaustion: Flashing (Red) 4. Power Switch This is the switch for power ON/OFF of the transmitter. When the power switch is pressed while the radio-control /manual changeover switch of the crane is turned to “Radio” position after PTO is set to “Engaged” state, the power of the transmitter is turned on and the power LED lights up. When the power switch is pressed once again, the power is turned off and the power LED turns off. 5. Speed Mode Switch This is the switch to select the speed mode. Every time the switch is pressed, the mode changes in the order of: “low-speed” → “medium-speed” → “high-speed” →“low-speed” •••••. At the same time, the speed mode LED changes in the order of: “turned on in red” → “turned on in green” → “turned off” → “turned on in red” •••••. 6. Elevation Selection Switch 7. Hook Selection Switch 8. Extension Selection Switch 9. Swing Selection Switch These are the motion selection switches for the crane operation. When the speed control lever is pulled after the motion selection switch is changed, the crane can be operated. 10. Horn Switch When the switch is pressed, the vehicle’s horn sounds. 11. Engine Start Switch This is the switch to output the engine start signal. When the switch is pressed, the engine starts up.  The engine start-up is disabled under the emergency stop state. 12. Emergency Stop Switch Pressing the switch causes an emergency stop and all the crane operation stops. At the same time, the emergency stop LED and emergency stop lamp of the crane light up. When the switch is pressed once again, the emergency stop state is released, and the emergency stop LED and emergency stop lamp of the crane turn off. 13. Emergency Stop LED The LED shows the emergency stop state. ・ Under normal condition: Turned off ・ Under emergency stop state: Turned on (Red) 14. Strap The strap is for portable use of the transmitter. Hook the transmitter onto a belt on your waist or hang it from your neck by extending the strap. 15. Battery Cover This is used when replacing the batteries. 16. Speed Control Lever This is the lever to adjust operation speeds of the crane. According to the pulling amount of the lever, the engine speed increases to increase the speed of the crane.
M037950E Names and Functions of Each Part 6 Names and Functions of Each Part 17. Mode Indicator Lamp The lamp indicates the current operation mode. ・ At power on of the control unit: “L0” ・ At radio-control mode: “L1”  At error occurrence, an error number is displayed. 18. Connector for Remote-control Operation This is the connector to connect the remote-control transmitter when the remote-control is used.  The connector is not used for this system. 19. Reception Lamp The lamp lights up while operation signals are received from the radio-control transmitter.  When the power of the control unit is turned on while the radio-control /manual changeover switch of the crane is turned to the “Radio” position after PTO is set to “Engaged” state, the lamp also lights up once. 20. Communication Unit LED The LED shows the power ON/OFF of the communication unit and communication conditions. ・ “Upper side”: Power LED When the power is supplied to the communication unit from the control unit while the radio-control /manual changeover switch of the crane is turned to “Radio” position after PTO is set to “Engaged” state: Turned on (Red) At error: Turned on (Orange) ・ “Lower side”: Radio wave LED Under communication: Turned on (Green) Before communication, at communication disconnected, and at power OFF of the transmitter: Turned off At error: Turned on (Orange) When communication is interrupted during the operation: Flashing (Green)
M037950E Names and Functions of Each Part 7 Names and Functions of Each Part 2. Crane SPEAKERSPEAKERONOFFRadioManual2 Radio control/manual changeover switch3 Emergency stop lamp4 Speaker1 Speaker switch 1. Speaker Switch This is the switch to select output/stop of the alarm. “ON”: Alarm sounds “OFF”: Alarm stops 2. Radio-control/Manual Changeover Switch This is the switch to select radio-control operation/manual operation. “Radio”: Radio-control operation “Manual”: Manual operation 3. Emergency Stop Lamp The LED shows the emergency stop state. ・ Under normal condition: Turned off ・ Under emergency stop state: Turned on (Yellow)  The lamp shows the same indication as the emergency stop LED of the radio- control transmitter. 4. Speaker The speaker outputs an alarm sound at occurrence of a problem, at wrong operation, and to call attention for proper operations.
M037960E Safety Functions of Radio-control System 8 Safety Functions of Radio-control System Safety Functions of Radio-control System The radio-control system has the following functions to realize safety operations. 1. Auto Power-off Function When the motion selection switch is not operated for approximately one hour, the power of the transmitter is automatically turned off to save battery consumption.  The power LED of the transmitter is turned off, and the mode indicator lamp of the control unit changes from the radio-control mode “L1” to the manual mode “L0”.  To resume the radio-control operation, press the power switch once again to turn on the power LED to set to the radio-control mode. 2. Switch Failure Detection Function Error is displayed when the power of the transmitter is turned on while the switches or speed control lever is operated.  Four LEDs on the transmitter flash to show the failure condition. In addition, the mode indicator lamp of the control unit displays the error number “13”, and both the radio-control operation and manual operation are disabled. (Refer to the chapter of “Measures for Emergency Case”) When the power of the transmitter is turned off, the mode indicator lamp of the control unit changes to “L0”.  To perform a radio-control operation, press the power switch while releasing your finger from the other switches and the speed control lever. Power switchPower LEDMotion selection switchError number is displayed
M037960E Safety Functions of Radio-control System 9 Safety Functions of Radio-control System 3. Continual Operation Restriction Function Error is displayed when any of the motion selection switches is kept in the operation state for approximately five minutes due to a failure, trapped dirt or the like.  Four LEDs on the transmitter flash to show the failure condition. In addition, the mode indicator lamp of the control unit displays the error number “13”, and both the radio-control operation and manual operation are disabled. (Refer to the chapter of “Measures for Emergency Case”) When the power of the transmitter is turned off, the mode indicator lamp of the control unit changes to “L0”.  To resume the radio-control operation, turn the power on once again after confirming the position of the motion selection switches. 4. Instant Stop Alarm Function If the radio wave from the transmitter is hindered during the radio-control operations due to changing surrounding conditions and the like, the speaker outputs a “beep” alarm.  Condition of the crane is as follows according to the number of beeps of the alarm. (1) “Beep” The crane continues to work although there is a warning of poor radio wave transmission. (2) “Beep, Beep” The crane operation stops when two continual alarms sound. In either case the warning is of poor radio wave transmission condition. Take measures such as reducing the distance between the transmitter and the communication unit. Error number is displayed"Beep, Beep"
M037960E Safety Functions of Radio-control System 10 Safety Functions of Radio-control System 5. Alarm Function The following alarms sound when the system has a problem, when a wrong operation is made, or to call attention for proper operations. Take appropriate measures according to the following tables when the alarm sounds. (1) At the time of abnormal stop of the radio-control system: Warning sound Beep (Three times) Warning timing When the computer judges that serious trouble has occurred to the system Crane operation The radio-control operation is disabled. Measure Refer to the chapter of “Measures for Emergency Case” (2) At the time of a problem occurring when the operation lever is at the neutral position Warning sound Beep (Three times) Warning timing When the operation lever of the crane does not return to the neutral position even after the motion selection switch of the transmitter is returned to the neutral position. Crane operation The radio-control operation is disabled. Measure Refer to the chapter of “Measures for Emergency Case” (3) Battery exhaustion warning Warning sound Two-tone alarm (once) Warning timing When the motion selection switch of the transmitter is operated under the low battery-voltage condition of the transmitter. Measure Refer to the chapter of “Battery Replacement for Transmitter” (4) At the set of emergency stop state Warning sound Beep (Once) Warning timing When the operation to set the emergency stop state is made. (5) At the release of emergency sop state Warning sound Two-tone alarm (once) Warning timing When the operation to release the emergency stop state is made. No alarm sounds when the speaker switch is turned “OFF”. Since it is animportant alarm, turn the speaker switch “ON” except for special cases. Operation should be made with special care when the switch needs to be turned off dueto noise prevention at nighttime operation and the like. In addition, make sure that the switch is returned to “ON” position after the operation. SPEAKERSpeaker switch Warning
M037970E Radio-control 11 Radio-control Radio-control [NOTE]  Even after the radio-control transmitter is turned OFF under the condition where the radio wave is out of reach, the control unit still remains on in the radio-control mode. Make sure to confirm that the mode indicator lamp of the control unit indicates “L0” after the radio-control operation is completed (or after the power of the transmitter is turned OFF). 1. Preparation for Radio-control Operation  Confirm that each lever is at the following position before starting up the engine. Each operation lever for extension/winch/elevation/swing/jack ••••• “Neutral” PTO lever (Switch) ••••• “Disconnected”  Operation mode changes as is shown in the figure according to the PTO operation, operation of the radio-control /manual changeover switch, and power ON/OFF of the radio-control transmitter. In addition, an indication on the mode indicator lamp of the control unit changes as the figure shows. 1. Start up the engine and turn PTO to “Connected (ON)” position.  Confirm that the radio-control /manual changeover switch is on “Manual” position. 2. After extending the outriggers, extend the jacks and set the crane level. 3. Turn the radio-control /manual changeover switch to “Radio” position.  When the switch is turned to “Radio” position, the power of the control unit is turned ON. Radio-control/manual changeover switchM22663   
M037970E Radio-control 12 Radio-control 4. Confirm that the mode indicator lamp of the control unit displays “L0”.  The lamp displays “L0” after displaying “88.” (All light up). 5. Press the power switch to turn on the power of the transmitter. The power LED of the transmitter lights up.  If the power switch is pressed while other switches or the speed control lever is under operation, the switch failure detection function works to indicate the error state. (Refer to the chapter of “Safety Functions of Radio-control System”). Do not touch any other switch or lever than the power switch. 6. Confirm that the mode indicator lamp of the control unit has changed from “L0” to the radio-control mode “L1”. 7. Confirm that the speaker switch is turned “ON”.  No alarm sounds if the speaker switch is “OFF”. Mode indicator lampPower switchPower LEDMode indicator lampSPEAKERSpeaker switch
M037970E Radio-control 13 Radio-control 2. How to Operate the Radio-control (1) Operation device Power switchSpeed mode switchPower LEDEmergency stop LEDEngine start switchEmergency stop switchEngine start LED Speed mode LEDElevation selection switchSwing selection switchHook selection switchExtension selection switchSpeed control leverMotion selection switches M22667EHorn switch - Before starting the crane operation, confirm whether or not it is possible to make each motion of the crane normally by making the following operations: Extending and retracting of the boom, raising and lowering of the boom, hoisting up and down the hook, and turning of the hook. - It is dangerous to rapidly pull the speed control lever, causing sudden movement of the crane. Pull the lever slowly. Also, release the speed control lever slowly. - It is dangerous to release your finger from the motion selection switch while the speed control lever is pulled, since it causes a shock. Release your finger from the motion selection switch after letting go of the speed control lever. - While the radio-control operation is made, the manual operation lever moves correspondingly. Do not touch the manual operation lever. Warning
M037970E Radio-control 14 Radio-control (2) Basic operations 1. Operate the motion selection switch while pointing the transmitter in the direction of the crane.  When the motion selection switch is operated, the engine speed increases slightly higher than the idling speed. 2. Pull the speed control lever slowly. Then the crane starts to move.  The engine speed increases according to the amount the lever is pulled. Adjust the moving speed of the crane with the speed control lever. 3. To call the attention of the surrounding people during the operation, press the horn switch. Then the vehicle’s horn beeps. 4. To stop the crane operation, release the speed control lever slowly. The operation stops when the lever is released. Then release the motion selection switch. Release the speed control lever.Release your finger from the motion selection switch.Horn switchSpeed control lever
M037970E Radio-control 15 Radio-control 3. Changing Speed Mode With the speed mode switch, operating speed of the crane can be changed to three levels: High-speed, medium-speed and low-speed. Select the high-speed mode when the crane needs to be used under normal conditions, the medium-speed mode when the crane needs to be used with medium-speed range of the engine, and low-speed mode when the crane needs to be used with low-speed (at idle up) or when noise prevention is necessary during nighttime operation and the like.  The speed mode is memorized even after the power is turned off. Next time the power of the transmitter is turned on; the previously selected speed mode is set. 1. Press the speed mode switch while the power LED of the transmitter is turned on. Every time the switch is pressed, an indication of the speed mode LED changes in the following order and the speed mode changes accordingly. (1) At high-speed mode: LED off (2) At low-speed mode: LED on (Red) (3) At medium-speed mode: LED on (Green) Speed mode switchSpeed mode LEDLow-speed mode (LED (red) on)Medium-speed mode (LED (green) on)High-speed mode (LED off)
M037970E Radio-control 16 Radio-control 4. Engine Start-up Operation [NOTE]  Engine start-up operation is disabled under the emergency stop state. Release the emergency stop state before the operation. Press the engine start switch after conforming that the engine is stopped. The engine start LED lights up while the switch is pressed and the engine starts.  After the engine starts up, quickly release your finger from the switch. 5. Emergency Stop Operation When the control cannot be made through the radio-control operation, or when the surrounding situation becomes dangerous, press the emergency stop switch. If the switch is pressed, the engine stops, which stops the crane operation.  When the switch is pressed, the emergency stop LED and emergency stop lamp of the crane light up to indicate the emergency stop state.  Beep alarm sounds. How to Release Emergency Stop Press the switch once again. Then the emergency stop LED and emergency stop lamp of the crane turn off and the emergency stop state is released.  Two-tone alarm sounds.  The emergency stop state is also released when the switch of the control unit is turned off after the radio-control /manual changeover switch is turned to “Manual” position. It is dangerous to start up the engine while the motion selection switch of themanual operation lever or transmitter is under operation, causing suddenmovement of the crane. Start-up the engine after confirming that the operationlevers and motion selection switches are in the neutral position. The engine is damaged if the starting-up operation of the engine is made whilethe engine is rotating. Start-up the engine after confirming that the engine hasstopped. Engine start LEDEngine start switchEmergency stop LEDEmergency stop switch Warning
M037980E Manual Operation 17 Manual Operation Manual Operation [NOTE]  To change from the radio-control operation to manual operation, turn off the power of the radio-control transmitter, and then turn the radio-control /manual changeover switch to the “Manual” position.  Even after the radio-control transmitter is turned off under the condition where the radio wave is out of reach, the control unit still appears to be on, in the radio-control mode. Make sure to confirm that the mode indicator lamp of the control unit indicates “L0” after the radio-control operation is completed (or after the power of the transmitter is turned off). Power LED (Turned off) Power switch RadioManualRadio-control/manual changeover switchPTOTransmitterpowerMode indicator lampRadio-control/manual changeover switchONManual operationRadio-control operationOFFManualON OFFRadioON ONRadioOperation modeMode indicator lamp
M037990E Battery Replacement for Transmitter 18 Battery Replacement for Transmitter Battery Replacement for Transmitter 1. Battery Replacement Timing Replace the batteries in the following cases. (1) When the power LED of the transmitter flashes. (2) When the alarm (which has a “two-tone” sound) sounds while the motion selection switch is operated. The power LED also flashes in this case. 2. How to Replace Batteries [NOTE]  Inserting the batteries incorrectly for plus (+) and minus (-) may cause a liquid spill, ignition, heat generation, and burst. Insert the batteries according to the direction plate.  If the battery cover is loosely fixed, water may enter inside and cause a problem. Fasten the fixing screw securely. 1. Open the batteries cover and remove the old batteries. 2. After replacing the new batteries, close the battery cover and fasten the fixing screw.  Use four AA-size batteries.  Do not mix any old or different types. Two-tone AlarmPower LED (Flashing)Fixing screwBattery coverAA-size batteryDirection plate
M038000E Measures for Emergency Case 19 Measures for Emergency Case Measures for Emergency Case 1. When Radio-control Operation is Impossible The radio-control operation is electrically made with the radio-control system. Therefore, a part or the whole of the radio-control operation becomes impossible when the radio-control system has a problem. If a problem of the radio-control operation is recognized, confirm the operation of the four LEDs of the transmitter and the mode indicator lamp of the control unit. (1) If the LED of the transmitter flashes ・ If the power of the transmitter is turned on while the motion selection switch is operated, indications (2) as shown in the table are displayed. If the power of the transmitter is turned on while the speed control lever is operated, indications (4) as shown in the table are displayed. If the power of the transmitter is turned on while the motion selection switch and speed control lever are operated, indications (1) as shown in the table are displayed. In either case, once again turn the power on. ・ If the power of the transmitter is turned on while the push switch (the horn, engine start and speed mode) is operated, indications (3) as shown in the table are displayed. After confirming the switch, once again turn the power on. ・ If the motion selection switch is kept under the operation state approximately for five minutes due to a failure, trapped dirt or the like, indications (2) as shown in the table are displayed. After confirming the switch, once again turn the power on. Depending on the failure conditions, changing to the manual operation may not restore the normal operation. Check the LED indications of the transmitter or the error number on the mode indicator lamp of the control unit in order to take the correct measure for the error number. Warning M22676EFlashing red (with short cycle) Flashing red (with long cycle)Flashing orange Flashing greenMode indicator lampTransmitterControl unitEngine start LED Speed mode LEDEmergency stop LED Power LEDEmergency stop LEDI / R Engine start LEDSpeed mode LED Power LED Mode indicator lamp* I / R : Indication priority
M038000E Measures for Emergency Case 20 Measures for Emergency Case If the normal operation is not restored or if the indications (5) – (7) as shown in the table remain to be displayed even after the above measures are taken, quickly stow the crane with the manual operation. Then have the crane and radio-control system inspected /repaired at the nearest TADANO distributor or dealer. (2) When the mode indicator lamp of the control unit displays an error number The mode indicator lamp of the control unit displays indications as are shown in the figure to the right according to the operational conditions. If the mode indicator lamp displays the indications not listed in the figure to the right, the radio-control system has a problem. Take an appropriate measure according to the following table.  If more than two problems occur, each error number flashes in turn.  If the normal operation is not restored even after the measures in the following table are taken, quickly stow the crane. Then, have the crane and radio-control system inspected/repaired at the nearest TADANO distributor or dealer. Error number Trouble and measure 13 After releasing your fingers from the switch of the transmitter and speed control lever, turn on the power of the transmitter. If the above does not restore the normal operation, the radio-control operation is impossible. Change to the manual operation and operate the crane. 30-33 After the operation lever that corresponds to the error number is manually returned to the neutral position, check if the error number disappears. When the mode indicator lamp displays “L1” and when the error number does not reappear after operation is started, the operation can be continued. If the operation lever cannot be returned to the neutral position or if the error number does not disappear, the radio-control operation of the part that has a problem is not possible. Change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. Transmitter powerMode indicator lampRadio control/manual changeover switchManual operationRadio control operationOFFManualOFFRadioControl Unit Power: OFF Control Unit Power: ON ONOperation mode It is dangerous to make other operations when the operation lever of the part that has a problem cannot be returned to the neutral position, since this would cause the part that has a problem to move at the same time. Do not make such operations. Warning
M038000E Measures for Emergency Case 21 Measures for Emergency Case “30”: Extension operation “32”: Winching operation “31”: Elevation operation “33”: Swing operation 34 The auto acceleration cannot be controlled with the radio-control operation. Although the radio-control operation is possible, the operation should be made carefully when the engine is revved up. Or, change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. 45-49 The part that has a problem cannot be operated with the radio-control operation. Change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. “45”: Extension operation “47”: Winching operation “46”: Elevation operation “48”: Swing operation “49”: Accelerating operation 50-59 The part that has a problem cannot be operated with the radio-control operation. Change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. “50” “55”: Extension operation “52” “57”: Winching operation “51” “56”: Elevation operation “53” “58”: Swing operation “54” “59”: Accelerating operation 60-63 First change to the manual operation. Then, after the operation lever that corresponds to the error number is manually returned to the neutral position, change to the radio-control mode and check that the error number disappears. When the mode indicator lamp displays the normal number and when the error number does not reappear after operation is made, the operation can be continued. If the operation lever cannot be moved or if the error number does not disappear, then radio-control operation is impossible. Change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. “60”: Extension operation “62”: Winching operation “61”: Elevation operation “63”: Swing operation 70-89 The radio-control operation is impossible. Change to the manual operation and then operate the crane. It is dangerous to make other operations when the operation lever of the part that has a problem cannot be returned to the neutral position, since this would cause the part that has a problem to move at the same time. Do not make such operations. Warning
M038000E Measures for Emergency Case 22 Measures for Emergency Case 2. If the Radio-control is not Possible 1. The unloading solenoid of the radio-control valve should be fastened so that the crane can be manually stowed. (1) Remove the cap nut. (2) Loosen the lock nut and lightly tighten the screw inside until it cannot be turned any longer.  Fastening the screw too tight may cause operation failures. Make sure to lightly tighten the screw. 2. After manually stowing the crane, have the crane and radio-control system inspected/repaired at the nearest TADANO distributor or dealer. This is a measure to stow the crane in an emergency case. Do notmake any crane operation. Warning Cap nutLock nutScrew
M038010E Troubleshooting Guide 23 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide First check the following when a problem occurs during the radio-control operation. Trouble Checkpoints Measures Power LED does not light up. ・ Are batteries inserted? ・ Are batteries inserted in the correct manner? ・ Are batteries exhausted? ・ Insert batteries. ・ Insert batteries in the correct manner. ・ Replace batteries. Power LED flashes. ・ Are batteries exhausted? ・ Replace batteries After the power is turned on, four LEDs flash. ・ Was the power turned on while the switch on the transmitter was operated? ・ Was the power turned on while the speed control lever was pulled? ・ After releasing your finger from the switch, turn on the power. ・ After releasing your finger from the speed control lever, turn on the power. The power of the transmitter spontaneously turned off. ・ When no operation is made for approximately one hour, the power of the transmitter is automatically turned off to save battery consumption. ・ Turn on the power again. The power is turned off during the radio-control operation. ・ When the motion selection switch is under operational state continuously for approximately five minutes, transmission from the transmitter is automatically cut off to prevent accidents. ・ After confirming that the motion selection switches are retuned to the neutral positions, turn on the power again. The accelerator cannot be revved up. ・ Is the low-speed mode (with the speed mode LED lighting in red) selected? ・ Change to the medium-speed or high-speed mode. Batteries are exhausted in a short time ・ Battery longevity is shortened under the conditions with extremely cold temperatures. ・ Replace batteries. The crane stops with two-tone sound. ・ Are cables of the reception unit or control unit loose? ・ Is the crane used in the situation as shown on the next page? ・ Connect the cable properly. ・ Refer to the next page.
M038010E Troubleshooting Guide 24 Troubleshooting Guide Radio wave transmission is hindered under the following conditions, which may stop the crane operation. Take an appropriate measure according to the operational condition.  If the appropriate measure does not improve the situation, use the manual operation. Operation example Appropriate measure Distance between the transmitter and reception unit is too far. ・ Too large a distance between the transmitter and reception unit may not only hinder the radio wave transmission but also increase noise influences. Normally, make the operations within the operating radius of the crane. Operation is made near the noise-generating source. M00247 ・ When a noise generating device such as a revolving light, electric fan or vehicle’s air conditioner is used nearby, the radio-control operation is influenced by the source. Turn off the noise-generating device when it is possible to refrain from using it. Since a motorcycle also generates a noise, pay attention to motorcycles passing through. Operation is made in a place with an intensive radio wave interference causing noise to the radios and to television screens. ・ Approach the transmitter to the reception unit and operate the transmitter. A large metal cargo is lifted with the crane. Or, there are obstacles between the transmitter and reception unit such as wire netting or metal doors. M22678? ・ Metal products between the transmitter and reception unit hinder the radio wave transmission. Move yourself to the location where the reception unit can be seen and then operate the transmitter. (Wire netting)
M038020E Daily Inspection 25 Daily Inspection Daily Inspection Inspect the radio-control system at the time of the pre-operational inspection of the main unit of the crane. (1) Is the case of the transmitter or control unit damaged? Do switches or rubber parts of the transmitter have any crack or flaw? Any damage on the case or any crack or flaw on the rubber parts may allow water or dust to enter inside, causing electronic circuit problems or malfunction of the crane. (2) Do the motion selection switches and speed control lever move smoothly? Adhered dust or dirt may give unfavorable impact on operations of the motion selection switches or speed control lever, causing operation failures or malfunctions of the crane. (3) Is the fixing screw of the transmitter’s battery cover securely tightened? A loose fixing screw of the transmitter’s battery cover may allow water or dust to enter inside, causing electronic circuit problems or malfunction of the crane. (4) Is the cable between the control unit and communication unit loose or damaged? Is the antenna of the communication unit damaged or loose? If the connector of the cable or antenna is loose, a radio wave reaching distance may be reduced or the radio-control system may be subject to noises. In addition, if the cable or antenna is damaged, the radio-control system may be subject to noises. M22681M22682Transmitter Communication unit Control unit
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H000781E TADANO LTD. Head Office Ko-34, Sinden-cho, Takamatsu, Japan Overseas Service Dept. Tadano Ryogoku Bldg. 4-12, Kamezawa 2-chome, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Japan Tel. 81-3-3621-7765 Tel fax 81-3-3621-7785 TADANO AMERICA CORP. 333 Northpark Central Drive, SuiteZ, Houston Texas, 77073 U.S.A. Tel. 1-281-869-0030 Fax 1-281-869-0040 History of Revision 1 2 3 4 5
M037910E Safety Caution A-1 Safety Caution Safety Caution FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 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. (1) Do not remove the certificate label. The purpose of the certificate label on the radio-control system is to certify that the device conforms to the Radio Law. Using a system without the certificate label is illegal. Do not remove the certificate label. (2) Dismantling/modification is prohibited. Do not dismantle or modify the radio-control system. Dismantling or modifying the radio-control system is illegal and punishable. Request a repair at the nearest TADANO distributor or dealer if the radio-control system has a problem. Incorrect operation and inspection/maintenance of the crane is very dangerous,causing bodily accidents such as death or serious injury. Before using the crane, carefullyread the operation and maintenance manual of the crane and this manual so that you fullyunderstand them. Never operate and inspect/maintain the crane until you fully understandthe manuals. M22318Communication unitTransmitterIC :-RCSFR1FCC ID:-RCS-FR1IC :-RCSFT1FCC ID:-RCS-FT1M22649E Warning
M037910E Safety Caution A-2 Safety Caution (3) Always keep the transmitter clean. When the transmitter gets dusty or dirty, wipe the dust or dirt away with a dry soft cloth. The attached dust or dirt may give unfavorable impact on operations of the motion selection switches or speed control lever, causing operation failures or malfunctions of the crane. (4) Handle the transmitter with care. Do not throw or drop the transmitter, as a strong shock may cause damage or failure. When you carry the transmitter with you, do not drop it. Hang the transmitter onto a portable hook or use an extended strap to hang the transmitter from your neck. (5) Store the transmitter in a safe place. Store the radio-control transmitter in a safe place after replacing it back into the transmitter-storing bag. Do not leave or store it in a place exposed to sunlight or rain or a place with a high temperature or high humidity. M22650E
M037910E Safety Caution A-3 Safety Caution (6) Remove the batteries of the radio-control transmitter when not in use for a long time. Remove the batteries of the transmitter when the transmitter is not used for a long time, as the batteries may leak if not removed. (7) High pressure cleaning is prohibited. Electric devices, such as control unit and communication unit, may develop trouble if water enters inside them. Please do not clean the electric devices with high pressure. (8) Pay attention to surrounding conditions. It is dangerous if your attention is paid only to lifted cargos. Also pay full attention to the conditions of the main unit of the crane. Especially, be careful with a vehicle turnover. (9) Keep the lifted cargo weight lower than the rated lifting capacity for empty chassis. Be careful with overloading to prevent accidents. Dry batteryBattery cover
M037910E Safety Caution A-4 Safety Caution (10) Be careful with radio wave conditions. Since the radio-control system uses radio waves, it cannot avoid influences of electromagnetic interference, radio interference and exogenous noise. Such influences may hinder the radio wave transmission, stopping the crane operation. Stopping of the crane during the operation may cause dangers. It is especially dangerous during a swing operation of the crane. Pay attention to the following when operating the radio-control system. ・ It is dangerous to operate the crane under conditions with low radio wave transmission, especially during a swing operation of the crane since the crane intermittently moves. Before starting the operation, confirm that there is no problem in the crane operation under no load condition. ・ Too large a distance between the transmitter and communication unit may not only hinder the radio wave transmission but also increase influences of noise. Normally, operate within the operating radius of the crane. ・ Obstacles such as wire nettings and metal doors between the transmitter and communication unit may hinder the radio wave transmission. ・ Use manual control operation under unfavorable radio transmission conditions. ・ Noise from a vehicle’s air-conditioner used during the operation may cause an intermittent crane operation. Refrain from using an air-conditioner when its noise influences the radio-control operation. ・ Noise from an approaching motorcycle to the operation site may cause an intermittent crane operation. Confirm that there is no motorcycle approaching during the operation.(Wire netting)

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