Understanding The Controllers - Toro Reelmaster 6500–D Service Manual

Understanding the Controllers

Controller #1 (Primary)
Functions:
S Main controller for both the RM6500 and RM6700.
S Contains primary logic program.
S Manages all functions of machine safety, sequenc-
ing of cutting units and clip control.
S "Supervisor" for the RM6700 controller #2.
S Connected to other controller and/or leak detector
by the CAN bus (communication lines between de-
vices).
Fault Identification / Operator Warning:
S Flashing reel control lamp (red) on steering tower.
Diagnostics:
S Do troubleshooting by connecting one of the follow-
ing devices to the loopback connector:
– Diagnostic ACE (with the correct overlay).
– TOROPC and a personal computer.
– Data Log.
Controller #2 (Secondary) – RM6700–D Only
Functions:
S Manages the functions of #6 and #7 cutting units
ONLY.
S Needs approval from controller #1 before executing
an operator request.
S Same part number as controller #1, but requires a
different software program (on TOROPC disk).
S Connected to other controller and/or leak detector
by the CAN bus.
Fault Identification / Operator Warning:
S Flashing reel control lamp (red) on steering tower
and/or diagnostic lamp (green) under control
console.
Diagnostics:
S Do troubleshooting by connecting one of the follow-
ing devices to the loopback connector:
– Diagnostic ACE (with the correct overlay).
– TOROPC and a personal computer.
– Data Log.
Turf Defender Leak Detector
Functions:
S Warns operator of hydraulic leak with an audible
alarm.
S Internal temperature sensor detects if oil is too hot
and compensates for oil cool down.
S Drop in retrofit for most existing machines.
Fault Identification / Operator Warning:
S Alerts operator to several potential problems with
audible "beeps" and/or by cutting unit shut down.
Diagnostics:
S Do troubleshooting by connecting one of the follow-
ing devices to the loopback connector:
– Diagnostic ACE (with the correct overlay).
– TOROPC and a personal computer.
Reelmaster 6500–D/6700–D
CAN bus
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Loopback
connector
1
Controller #1
(Primary)
Red
Diagnostic
lamp
Reel control
lamp
Loopback
connector
2
Controller #2
(Secondary)
Green
RM 6700–D only
Diagnostic
lamp
Diagnostic
lamp
Loopback
connector
Leak
Detector
Audible
diagnostic alarm
Figure 12
Electrical System