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RCI-4100 Declaration of Conformity updated to RCI-4100 Declaration Rev G. 20Aug12 Revised Sections 2 to 8. Added Appendices J and H. Various minor changes. RCI-4100 Declaration of Conformity updated to Rev H. RF Transmitter Caution added. 14Jan14 Company Name Change...
THE RCI-4100IS SYSTEM IS INTENDED FOR USE IN A GROUP IIB ZONE 1 EXPLOSIVE GAS ATMOSPHERE. WARNING: THE RCI-4100 SYSTEM IS A CRANE DEVICE WHICH WARNS THE OPERATOR OF IMPENDING OVERLOAD CONDITIONS AND OVER-HOIST CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, CRANE AND PERSONNEL.
This manual contains general information, installation, operation, calibration, maintenance and fault- finding information for the RCI-4100 Rated Capacity Indicating System to suit a Strut Boom Crane using Tension Based Load Measurement with one or more system components located in a hazardous area.
Any LSI-Robway product that has been repaired or altered in such a way, in LSI-Robway judgement, as to affect the product adversely, including installation methods and procedures, negligence, accident or improper storage or use will be judged solely by LSI-Robway in regard to any partial or full warranty claim.
POSITION. 2.2. Power Supply The RCI-4100 can be powered by a 10.5 VDC to 36 VDC supply. The selected power supply may be permanently connected, however for convenience it should be made via an ON/OFF switch or relay. If the Control Unit is located within a hazardous area, the power MUST be supplied via steel wire armoured cable in accordance with local installation standards.
A tension plate-type load cell may be fitted at the hoist rope dead-end of the boom tip section to sense the hoist line-pull. LSI-Robway tension cells can be supplied with standard “side plates” (or “sister plates”) to provide extra protection against extreme twisting during crane operation.
Max line-pull is 25 tonnes + test allowance = 25.0 + 15% = 32.5t Calculation: - Sin (2.7 deg) x 32.5t = 1.53t down force This is an intrinsically safe circuit so “blue sheathed” cable supplied by LSI-Robway is required. CAUTION: HIGH TENSILE BOOMS REQUIRE PROPER WELDING PROCEDURE SPECIFICATIONS.
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION RCI-4100 SYSTEM This is an intrinsically safe circuit so “blue sheathed” cable supplied by LSI-Robway is required. Anti-Two-Block (Optional Item) 2.3.5. (Wired to Control Unit though an EEx ib Digital Switch Isolating Barrier) Fix the anti-two-block (ATB) switch mounting pin to the main boom head preferably so that the bob- weight (when suspended from the switch) can be fitted to the static hoist rope below the rope anchor.
Blue jacketed cable must not be used for non I/S circuits. Boom Angle Sensor cable must be “LSI-Robway-supplied” 4 core steel wire armoured cable (not blue). UV shield socking may be fitted.
When opening the Controller housing it is critical that any water caught in the bolt holes is not allowed to enter the controller. This will likely lead to water damage which is not covered by LSI-Robway warranty. Wherever possible the Controller housing should be mounted vertically to prevent moisture pooling problems in the base of the controller.
The enclosure has overall outside dimensions of 275mm (H) x 350mm (W) x 200mm (D) with an environmental protection of IP65. The Control Unit contains the termination points for all modules within the RCI-4100 system. Terminate all connection cables at the Control Unit.
Within the enclosure, ensure that a 50mm separation exists between “safe area circuit” terminals and “intrinsically safe circuit” terminals. Do not coil excess display cable outside or within the RCI-4100 enclosure – always cut off excess cable. Blue-jacketed cable commonly denotes an “intrinsically-safe circuit” when located in a hazardous zone.
Reference the applicable drawing(s) in RCI System Configuration Documents in Attachments. 2.5. Relay Outputs The RCI-4100 Control Unit has three (3) safety relays on board the PCB and up to another eight (8) switching relays on the terminal block. The safety relays have voltage-free contact rated to 5A and are only used to energise the coils of external high-power SLAVE relays such as motion cut, slack rope detect output, boom up motion cut (minimum radius limit), etc.
(see typical installation below). LSI-Robway recommends that this switch be located so that it corresponds with the rest position of the crane so that the slew system is reset on every crane start-up.
The following sections explain how to operate the RCI-4100 and make best use of its capabilities. 3.1. Applying power to the RCI-4100 As soon as power is applied to the RCI-4100, its display and other indicators should light up and the RCI-4100 should go through its self-test operation.
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION RCI-4100 SYSTEM 3.3. Operating Screen The following is the operating screen of the RCI-4100 showing the general display functions: LED Indicator Lamps for Safe, Warning and Overload/Fault Alphanumeric LCD Conditions screen showing various functions (SWL Bargraph, Duty...
RCI-4100 SYSTEM 3.4. Display Functions The RCI-4100 display is comprised of one 4x16 alphanumeric LCD, four 4-digit LCD’s, three alarm LED’s, three indicator LED’s and five push buttons. The functions of these are as follows: ALPHANUMERIC LCD SCREEN AND ALARM LED INDICATORS 3.4.1.
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Operation of this key is for authorized personnel only who shall be solely responsible for its use. Note: LSI-Robway recommends that the over-ride key switch be switched OFF at all times and the over-ride key switch be held by the site-supervisor or another authorized person.
3.6. Wind Speed Monitoring – Optional Feature Wind Speed Monitoring is an optional feature that can be integrated into the RCI-4100 system if required. If this option is supplied, please refer to APPENDIX I, Wind Speed Monitoring Option for usage information and details.
3.9. Tilt Sensing - Optional Feature Tilt sensing option is an optional feature that can be integrated into the RCI-4100 system if required. This option provides a tilt indication and can also be configured to supply alarms at pre-determined points and/or switch load charts at pre-determined points.
Where F-xx appears please determine relevant function code numbers. The RCI-4100 Control Unit has an on-board SD card to which data from the internal data logger can be downloaded and saved for reading on a PC. The internal logger records all data within the set parameters of the logger and system. The data are stored in the on-board flash memory chip.
RCI-4100 SYSTEM Uploading Crane Software Using SD Card The crane software can be uploaded into the CPU of the RCI-4100 Control Unit using the SD card. Figure 12 - RCI-4100 Control Unit board showing the SD card slot During normal operation, the system reads and processes data from the CPU and not from the SD card.
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Complete recalibration of the system is now required. Refer to “Section 7 Calibration” for the • calibration procedure. Please contact LSI-Robway for further details and assistance on the dummy software. • CAUTION: CHANGING THE SOFTWARE WILL CHANGE THE OPERATION OF THE RCI- 4100 AND IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THE CORRECT SOFTWARE CORRESPONDING TO THE CRANE IS USED ON EACH CRANE.
Refer to for Function Code numbers for the RCI-4100 system. Take great care to ensure that the function code numbers are checked against this Function Code List. Note: The following function codes are listed for explanation and may not be used in every RCI- 4100software.
Software gain level is settable via function codes (as a number) from 1 (no amplification input=output) up to 1023 (maximum amplification). LSI-Robway uses different types of load sensors and they can have different levels of output. For example a load pin has 1mV/V output and tension plate cells generally have 2mV/V output.
6.10. Load Chart View Mode This function code can be used to view the load charts programmed in the software. It is not part of the calibration or set-up procedures. It is mainly used by LSI-Robway for software checking. 6.11. View Digital Inputs This function code is used to view the state (i.e.
Repeat this procedure for other sensors as required. 6.18. Clear All Calibration Data – USE EXTREME CAUTION! Activating this function will clear all the calibration data. This must only be used by LSI-Robway-trained personnel for troubleshooting purposes. The display will prompt the operator to press ENTER if he wishes to erase the calibration data.
The following variables are provided to ensure accurate counting of the slew encoder to provide correct slew angle. A proximity switch is normally used provide a reset position in the event that the crane is slewed when the RCI-4100 is switched off. View Slew Encoder Raw Counts 6.30.1.
Make sure that the correct duty number (crane configuration, sea state) and falls (parts of line) • are selected, Insert the over-ride key into the RCI-4100 Display and turn it on, make sure that the over-ride • indicator (O/R) is shown on the display, Press and hold the SETUP button for about 2 seconds, •...
RCI-4100 will report an error and activate motion cut. To prevent this you can press the ENTER key, while in "VIEW UNCALIBRATED TRANSDUCER 2 function", to turn the auxiliary channel off.
RCI-4100 at the time of manufacture. As this information may vary from crane to crane, even if they are of the same model, the RCI-4100 allows the installer to change these variables on site. These user variables include dimensions such as slew-offset, maximum falls for main/aux winches, maximum line- pulls, sheave diameters, etc.
Tip: raw counts should be approximately 2000 when boom is at 45 deg. If the sensors check out then you can continue with the calibration procedure. If any problems are found refer to Section 8. “Troubleshooting or seek help from your nearest LSI-Robway representative. Calibrating Boom Angle 7.4.5.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL INDUCTIVE LOADS SUCH AS RELAYS AND SOLENOIDS REQUIRE SNUBBER DIODES FOR TRANSIENT SUPPRESSION. 7.5. Post Calibration Checks After completing the calibration check all functions of the RCI-4100 including: Displayed radius for accuracy. • Lift some test weights on main and aux winches to ensure accuracy.
Description of Digital Inputs, Digital Outputs and Relay Outputs. 8.2.1. Digital Inputs Digital inputs provide switched inputs to the RCI-4100. Digital switched inputs can be used for a wide range of uses. Examples are (but not limited to): Proximity switches (slew reset, hoist direction, boom angle limit).
Refer RCI System Configuration Documents in Attachments to identify digital inputs used on this crane. To confirm that a digital input is being switched, open the RCI-4100 controller and check that the applicable digital input LED on the controller PCB is illuminated. Figure 16 shows location of digital input LEDs.
Refer RCI System Configuration Documents in Attachments to identify digital outputs used on this crane. To confirm the state of a digital output, open the RCI-4100 controller and check the applicable digital output LED on the controller PCB. Figure 17 shows location of digital output LEDs.
Figure 18 - RCI-4100 Controller PCB showing location of Relay Outputs (RL) Connectors Relay LED indications: • If the applicable relay status indicates that the relay is in the incorrect state confirm that the RCI-4100 • operating conditions are correct (check applicable digital inputs, displayed radius, angle, main and aux load).
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION RCI-4100 SYSTEM 8.4. Fuse Replacement If a fuse is found to be blown refer to the picture below for fuse labels, locations and specifications: Figure 19 - RCI-4100 Controller PCB showing location of Fuses Fuse Specifications: Current/Voltage Rating Size...
The certificate number of the system. 9.1.3. A list of all uncertified items used in the installation. With the RCI-4100 IS system, for example, uncertified items are loadcells, simple switches, junction boxes and potentiometer type sensors. All these items are classified by the standard as simple apparatus and do not require certification.
Where these modifications were performed by a party other than LSI-Robway, these justifications must be supplied by those responsible for such modifications. LSI- Robway takes no responsibility for modifications done to the system that have not been authorised by LSI-Robway in written form.
10. Maintenance When maintenance is to be performed on the RCI-4100 system, care must be taken to ensure that the level of safety is not reduced. Such a reduction in the level of safety can easily be done by the careless use of tools or test equipment, either directly or by damage to safety components, wiring or clearances.
Ensure that that dates of all inspections, tests, maintenance, and defects are recorded. 10.8. Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Handling If the RCI-4100 controller PCB is removed for any reason anti-static precautions must be employed. 10.9. CUFRCI4100 Flameproof Controller Mating Surfaces Precautions The mating surfaces between housing and cover of the CUFRCI4100 flameproof controller must be kept clean and damage free.
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Although longer interconnecting cable runs may function satisfactorily LSI-Robway does not warrant the system working with a longer interconnecting cable than that supplied. In addition, if the interconnecting cable is to be extended beyond what is supplied the capacitance and inductance values must not exceed the limits given.
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RCI-4100 DISPLAY AND ISOLATING BARRIER SYSTEM OPERATION The LSI-Robway Model 4100 Display is intended to be used with the Model 4120 Display Barrier. The Model 4120 Barrier provides isolated power to the Model 4100 display and also an isolated intrinsic safety barrier for I2C communications from a host data system located in a safe area.
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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RCI-4100 DISPLAY AND ISOLATING BARRIER SYSTEM 4100 Display Power/Data Wiring Detail 4100 DISPLAY TO BARRIER WIRING Barrier 4120 Isolating Conductor 4100 Display Display Description Barrier Terminal Colour Terminal Description Supply- Black Supply+. Green White STARTUP Before applying power to the system check that all wires are properly connected, particularly supply conductors and their polarity, and serial data wires.
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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RCI-4100 DISPLAY AND ISOLATING BARRIER SYSTEM 4100 Display Compliance IECEx Certificate Number ITA 08.0021X Ex ib, Group IIB ATEX Certificate Number NEMKO 08 ATEX 1433X Temperature Classification T4, -20°C < Tamb <+60°C RoHS Product Markings ATEX Ex ib IIB/IIA T4 -20°C <...
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SAFETY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RCI-4100 DISPLAY AND ISOLATING BARRIER SYSTEM 4120 Isolating Barrier Compliance IECEx Certificate Number ITA 08.0020X Ex ib, Group IIB ATEX Certificate Number NEMKO 08 ATEX 1433X [EEx ib] IIB Temperature Classification T4, -20°C < Tamb <+60°C...
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IECEx ITA 08.0020X IECEx Certificate of Conformity for Barrier Module Type BAREX4120 IECEx ITA 08.0021X IECEx Certificate of Conformity for Display Module Type RCI-4100 IS NEMKO 08 ATEX 1433 X ATEX Type Examination Certificate for Hazardous Areas NEMKO 09 ATEX 4069 Q...
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Datalog Error Codes Introduction The RCI-4100 data logging occurs automatically whenever the driver lifts a load, whenever the RCI-4100 detects an error condition on the crane such as moving outside the load chart or whenever the over-ride key switch is operated. The installer has the option to set the percentage of SWL a load must reach before the load will be logged.
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However, since the logger was recording during calibration it may be desirable to erase the logger contents after completing the angle and load calibrations on the RCI-4100 since the logger would have recorded some invalid information during the calibration of the sensors.
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The operator can use two more Function codes for accessing the information stored in the data logger. These Function codes are used for: • Downloading the data logger records to a PC or to an SD card fitted to the RCI-4100 controller SD card holder. Erasing the content of the data logger •...
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DATA LOGGING DESCRIPTION Detailed Instructions to Download Data Log using SD Card. The RCI-4100 Control Unit has an on-board SD card to which data from the internal data logger can be downloaded and saved for reading on a PC. First, the internal logger records all data within the set parameters of the logger and system. The data is then stored in the on-board flash memory chip.
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The following sections explain how to set and operate the Restricted Slew Zone Controller and make best use of its capabilities. This RCI-4100 has an integrated Restricted Slew Zone (RSZ) controller designed to warn the operator of an impending collision between the crane boom and a fixed structure/obstacle.
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Operating Instruction (Wind Speed Monitoring) General Information The RCI-4100 system can be used to monitor and display wind speed by integrating a wind speed sensor (LSI- Robway Part No. ANEMOMETER3). Refer to the Wind Speed Sensor specifications at the end of this section.
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Operating Instruction (Wind Direction Monitoring) General Information The RCI-4100 system can be used to monitor and display wind direction by integrating a wind direction sensor (LSI-Robway Part No. ANEMOMETER4). Refer to the Wind Direction Sensor specifications at the end of this section.
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(on-board), and at all times during a personnel lift. Several conditions must be met in order for the LSI-Robway system to output an AGOP Active output. These are: a) Duty Selector knob in “OFF-BOARD”...
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The operator console has two indicator lamps which gives the operator an AMBER lamp indicating that AGOP is armed and a RED lamp warning that AGOP has been activated. These indicator lamps are driven by the RCI-4100 controller based upon conditions above. Additional System Components Required 1.
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By having two relays in series the RCI-4100 can test one relay at a time without generating an AGOP active output. This is only performed when the system starts or is reset and only if there is no load on either the main or aux hook.
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5. Select the appropriate RCI-4100 function code to enter number of teeth on slew gear. 6. Use appropriate RCI-4100 function code to enter the number of teeth on the encoder cog. Once these steps are performed the encoder will read from 0.0 to 359.9 degrees as the crane slews.
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OPERATION OVERVIEW The RCI-4100 system may be fitted with an optional dual-axis tilt sensor which may be used to monitor the tilt of a crane in any direction. Software revision is required to add a tilt sensor to an installed RCI-4100 system.
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CALIBRATION The tilt sensor is pre-calibrated in the RCI-4100 firmware to a range of +/- 10 degrees in each axis. A single slope value is computed from the X and Y axis vectors. There is no RCI-4100 system programmability; however the sensor must be zeroed according to the following: 1) Tilt Sensor must be zeroed upon initial installation.
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The Hook Height controller works independently from the norm al Rated Capacity Indicator mode of the RCI-4100 system . It is com prised of the following com ponents integrated into the system : Winch Encoder. The winch encoder is used to monitor the winch and hook height. The •...
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Hook Height and Winch Speed Monitoring RCI1550 Display Option INTRODUCTION The RCI-4100 system may be fitted with a winch speed monitoring system to provide winch speed and hook height information. Both the main winch and the aux winch can be monitored. This option is only available for safe cabin cranes.
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• The two signals from each winch drum are cabled back to the RCI-4100 controller quadrature digital inputs. The up/down counting is done in the 4100 controller on-board CPLD logic which the application software reads with every software cycle.
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