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Remote Control System RC 400
Document: 66024
Revision: D
Language: English

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Remote Control System RC 400 Document: 66024 Revision: D Language: English...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Battery charger and battery charging Safety regulations and operating instructions .......25 Safety regulations Operating instructions Installation Instructions ............27 General schematic of the RC 400 Important notice during welding Locating the central unit Mounting recommendations Cable kit assembly instruction Troubleshooting ..............31...

  • Page 4: General

    Document number Page 3/37 Manual 66024 3 of 37 Document information Attribute Information Manual Document type Instruction manual Title Remote Control System Scanreco RC-400 Subtitle 66024 Document number Revision 2014-09-08 2009-09-25 Revision date Revision history Revision Date Name Note 2008-12-09...

  • Page 5: Preface

    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.

  • Page 6: General System Description

    Schematic overview of Scanreco RC-400 The Remote Control System is comprised of the following components (see figure 3.1): Figure 3.1 Schematic overview of the Scanreco RC-400. General scope of delivery (see your specification and Figure 3.1). Description Portable Control unit (PCU)

  • Page 7: General Description Of Scanreco Rc-400

    6 of 37 General description of Scanreco RC-400 The Scanreco RC 400 remote control system has been especially developed for hydraulically driven mobile cranes and machinery. The system is a digital remote control system based on an extremely advanced microprocessor technology. Years of exhaustive and demanding testing have shown that the remote control system can cope with the roughest of environments.

  • Page 8: The Portable Control Unit (Pcu)

    Document type Document number Page 7/37 Manual 66024 7 of 37 The Portable Control Unit (PCU) The Portable Control Unit is impact, weather resistant, light weight and compact. The portable control units can be with linear levers or with joysticks (see figure 3.2 below).
  • Page 9 Document type Document number Page 8/37 Manual 66024 8 of 37 3.3.1 Battery operation A battery is located in the lower part of the control unit for radio control operation and is very simple to change. The effective operation time of the battery is about 8 hours on one charge. •...
  • Page 10 There are 10 different radio channels to switch between by pressing this button in sequence. Important notice: Scanreco will introduce an automatic frequency management to the RC400 systems in end of 2009 making the above described function; chapter 3.3.4 changing radio channels, obsolete.
  • Page 11 Document type Document number Page 10/37 Manual 66024 10 of 37 3.3.5 Switch Panels The switches on the switch panel allow actuation of digital functions via toggle switches and push buttons, see figure 3.5 and 3.6. digital functions can be used to manoeuvre electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic ON/OFF functions.
  • Page 12 Document type Document number Page 11/37 Manual 66024 11 of 37 3.3.6 Micro-speed control This return spring switch can be used to reduce the operating speed in five (5) steps from 100% to 60%, 50%, 40%, 30% and 20% speed by limiting the hydraulic steering.
  • Page 13 Document type Document number Page 12/37 Manual 66024 12 of 37 3.3.7 Cable for cable control The control unit can be connected to the central unit via a thin and flexible 5-core cable. The cable has round contacts (M12) at each end. The cable feeds the digital coded control information from the Portable Control Unit to the Central Unit.

  • Page 14: Central Unit (Cu)

    Document type Document number Page 13/37 Manual 66024 13 of 37 Central unit (CU) The central unit is manufactured in plastic and is provided with contacts for connection to the portable control unit (for cable remote operation), 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.
  • Page 15 Document type Document number Page 14/37 Manual 66024 14 of 37 3.4.1 Technical data (CU) Item Technical data Supply voltage 12 VDC / 24 VDC (+/- 20% / max. 5% V peak to peak) Internal fuse Plus: + 10 Amp. (Standard car fuse / Red) Max.

  • Page 16: Valve And Connection-Cables

    Document type Document number Page 15/37 Manual 66024 15 of 37 Valve and connection-cables There are several connection cables depending on the valves and the extra functions used. In Figure 3.8 an example of a cable kit to Danfoss valves is shown. Figure 3.8 An example of a cable kit to Danfoss valves.
  • Page 17 Document type Document number Page 16/37 Manual 66024 16 of 37 3.5.1 Terminal connections K7 ( + / -, DV) K1 (Analog outputs 1-4) K4 (EX1) K3 (Analog outputs 5-8) K6 (EX2) Figure 3.9 The figure illustrates inside terminal connectors for the standard Central Units type 2000 (Danfoss) and type 3000 (PWM).
  • Page 18 Document type Document number Page 17/37 Manual 66024 17 of 37 3.5.2 Terminal schematics for Danfoss type Central Unit Main Pin no. Description K7.1 Supply (+12/24 VDC) K7.2 K7.3 DV + K7.4 DV GND Analog outputs Analog outputs Pin no. Description Pin no.
  • Page 19 Document type Document number Page 18/37 Manual 66024 18 of 37 3.5.3 Terminal schematics for PWM type Central Unit Main Pin no. Description K7.1 Supply (+12/24 VDC) K7.2 K7.3 DV + K7.4 DV GND Analog outputs Analog outputs Pin no. Description Pin no.

  • Page 20: Crane Stop Function Box (Optional)

    Before operation is started, the driver must inform all fellow-workers about the • stop function and its location. Crane stop function box is not a scope of delivery from Scanreco – it is the • installers responsibility. With the central unit switch in MANUAL position and an electric dump valve, the stop function is also available during manual hand lever operation.

  • Page 21: Battery Pack

    (5) minutes. Important notice: Use only batteries / battery chargers supplied by Scanreco, Sweden for the • specific product. Do not charge batteries in hazardous environments.
  • Page 22 Document type Document number Page 21/37 Manual 66024 21 of 37 3.7.1 Technical data (Battery) Item Technical data Type 6 Cell NiMH battery Nominal voltage 7.2 VDC Weight 0,20 kg Dimensions (WxHxD) 150x50x28 mm IP Class IP65 Ambient temperature (Celsius / -0°C to +45°C /approx.

  • Page 23: Battery Charger And Battery Charging

    Document type Document number Page 22/37 Manual 66024 22 of 37 Battery charger and battery charging 3.8.1 General description The battery charger is using two different modes of charging. Initially the unit will charge with a high current until the battery is charged, and then it reduces to a trickle charge mode until battery is removed.
  • Page 24 Document type Document number Page 23/37 Manual 66024 23 of 37 Figure 3.13 After connecting the cable connector; put the cable inside the cable track. 3.8.3 Operation The battery charger will start a charge cycle when a new battery is inserted (green LED starts blinking).
  • Page 25 Document type Document number Page 24/37 Manual 66024 24 of 37 3.8.5 Technical data (Battery charger) Item Technical data Supply voltage 10 VDC to 30 VDC Fuse Not included: Use only with 3 A. external fuse Battery charger current consumption without battery pack ≈...

  • Page 26: Safety Regulations And Operating Instructions

    Document type Document number Page 25/37 Manual 66024 25 of 37 Safety regulations and operating instructions Safety regulations These instructions cover those special regulations which apply for remotely controlled cranes (cable or radio). The driver must be aware of the contents of these safety regulations.

  • Page 27: Operating Instructions

    Document type Document number Page 26/37 Manual 66024 26 of 37 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"...

  • Page 28: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions General schematic of the RC 400 When the Scanreco RC 400 is installed an electrically controlled dump valve must, for reasons of safety, always be connected between the manoeuvre valve and the tank. This means that during an emergency stop manoeuvre the dump valve will be without power and will transfer the pump flow directly to the tank thus making the system entirely without hydraulic pressure.

  • Page 29: Mounting Recommendations

    Document type Document number Page 28/37 Manual 66024 28 of 37 Figure 5.2 How to mount the Central Unit. Mounting recommendations For optimum radio communications the central unit and its antenna should be • located as high and free as possible. An antenna screened and surrounded by fixed objects will considerably impair radio reception.

  • Page 30: Cable Kit Assembly Instruction

    Document type Document number Page 29/37 Manual 66024 29 of 37 Cable kit assembly instruction In order to maximize product life and prevent involuntary service stops, this cable mounting guide should be consulted before attempting to assemble the cable kit. If grease is not already applied to the areas shown in the picture, be sure to add water resistant grease suitable for electronic applications in relevant quantities to the areas mentioned.
  • Page 31 Document type Document number Page 30/37 Manual 66024 30 of 37 Pierce the membrane and feed the cable through it. A tight fit ensures a good seal. Secure the cable with a tie strap or similar. Figure 5.4 Membrane. Figure 5.5 Tie strap. Apply grease as shown on the picture.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    AB, Sweden, is contacted. Always check the Type- and Serial number on the related systems Portable Control Unit and Central Unit before distributor or Scanreco AB, Sweden, is contacted. Indications from the Portable Control Unit Status and alarm indications can be read from the Portable Control Units LED MICRO and LED ON and also via built in buzzer (see figure 6.1).
  • Page 33 Document type Document number Page 32/37 Manual 66024 32 of 37 6.2.1 Operational status indications The Portable Control Unit uses LED ON and LED MICRO to indicate current status and alarms. A functional system should indicate the following on LED ON: LED ON lit red;...

  • Page 34: Indications On The Central Unit

    Document type Document number Page 33/37 Manual 66024 33 of 37 Indications on the Central Unit Status and error code indications can be read from the Central Units 2 front side LED’s (LED DV and LED STATUS) and thru lid window monitoring internal double 7- segment LED display, locations are displayed on below figure.
  • Page 35 Document type Document number Page 34/37 Manual 66024 34 of 37 6.3.2 Error codes The Central Unit will indicate detected errors via the double 7-segment LED display. If the Central Unit detects an error it will be indicated by the LED STATUS flashing red whilst the the double 7-segment LED display indicates the error code with the digits “Er”...

  • Page 36: Non-Functional System

    Document type Document number Page 35/37 Manual 66024 35 of 37 Non-functional system Always check the following: Is there +12 VDC / +24 VDC, +/- 20 %, max. 5 %Vpeak to peak supply to the • system? Measure at the emergency stop switch (unloaded and loaded). Does the system operate via cable control function? •...

  • Page 37: Programming Parameters And Settings

    Programming parameters and settings General description The Scanreco RC 400 offers considerable possibilities for system constructors of hydraulically driven mobile cranes and machines. The program in the control system is very comprehensive, flexible and has many adaptation possibilities for specific applications.

  • Page 38: Authorisation Level 1

    Document type Document number Page 37/37 Manual 66024 37 of 37 Authorisation level 1 7.2.1 Changing direction of movement This describes how changes in direction of movement are made if the crane moves in the opposite direction to that desired. Example: After installation and test operation it is found that the 3rd and 5th lever movements operate in the opposite direction to that desired.

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