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MODEL: AC Tracktech
Instruction Manual
T-MINI with Grab Cradle
95488 Rev. B
World's First Portable, Remote-Control Aircraft Tugs

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  • Page 1 MODEL: AC Tracktech Instruction Manual T-MINI with Grab Cradle 95488 Rev. B World’s First Portable, Remote-Control Aircraft Tugs...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Components 2. Start-Up Guide 2-1. Radio Operation 2-2. Operating the Tug 2-3. Loading onto Tug 2-4. Adjusting Grab Cradle 2-5. Adjusting the Track Tension 2-6. Unloading the Tug 2-7. Charging the Tug 2-8. Charging the Transmitter 2-9. Replacing Transmitter Batteries 2-10.

  • Page 3: Components

    1. Components Radio Transmitter Battery Tray Radio Charger Tug Charger Owners Manual Spare Parts Bag...

  • Page 4: Start-Up Guide

    2. Start Up Guide 2-1. Radio Operation Power Indicator Control Stick 3 Speed Toggle Light Switch Latch Release Switch Charging Indicator LED ON/OFF Switch Charging Jack Lanyard Anchor Note: The 3 Speed Toggle ranges from fast, moderate, and slow. When operating the tug at slow speeds it may be neccessary to switch to the moderate or fast speed position on the toggle when turning at 90 degrees.
  • Page 5 2. Start Up Guide 2. To drive the tug, move the control stick in the desired direction. Forward Left Right Reverse Reverse Right Left Forward Warning: The control stick on the remote is very sensitive and will cause the tug to move if it is moved accidentally. When not using the remote it is recommended that the power switch be turned OFF.

  • Page 6: Operating The Tug

    2. Start Up Guide 2-2. Operating the Tug 1. Before turning on the tug, make sure that the tracks and bottom of the tug are free from obstruction. 2. Turn the tug on using the ON/OFF button. There will be a short series of beeps and then the power indicator LED around the power button will illuminate to show the tug is on.
  • Page 7 4. When towing your airplane ALWAYS be cautious of the steering angle limitations of your aircraft. Do not oversteer your aircraft with the tug. This can cause damage to your gear. 5. After lifting the tug off of the ground for any reason or taking it in and out of your aircraft, you must check to make sure the sprockets are correctly seated on the tracks.

  • Page 8: Loading Onto Tug

    2. Start Up Guide 2-3. Loading onto Tug 1. Use the cradle release lever to un-latch the cradle and position the wheel cradle in the down position. Cradle Release Lever Wheel cradle in down position 2. Place wheel chocks behind the main tires of the plane to ensure the plane does not roll back.
  • Page 9 3. Now slowly drive the tug under the wheel and keep the tire centered between the grab blades as best as you can. If you have a fairing then visual check to make sure you are not going to hit it with the cradle. If your tracks slip when trying to load the tire then put a slight force downward on the back cover.

  • Page 10: Adjusting Grab Cradle

    2. Start Up Guide 2-4. Adjusting the Grab Cradle 1. The grab cradle will be preset from the factory for a 5.00-5 tire. Measure the distance between the top of the grab blade points. For a 5.00-5 tire this should measure around 5-1/8”.
  • Page 11 2. Take note of the location of the 4 adjuster screws on the adjuster blocks. Each adjuster block has two sets of 4 holes with 2 screws in each adjuster. Adjuster Screws Adjuster Blocks...
  • Page 12 3. Then remove the 4 adjuster screws and move grab blade assemblies closer together or further apart. You can increment the spacing by 1/16” until any of the top adjuster block holes line up with the bottom adjuster block holes. Note: The location of the screws in the adjuster block can change from their previous locations and the front set can be different from the rear set.

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Track Tension

    2. Start Up Guide 2-5. Adjusting the Track Tension Track tension might need to be adjusted after several hours of use. Follow the instructions below for each track. 1. Remove 4 track cover screws and remove the outside plastic track cover. Track Cover Screws Plastic Track Cover Front End...
  • Page 14 2B. Adjusting Track Tension on a Fully Extended Front End The tug spare parts kit provided with the tug will be required. 2B-1. Verify the front end is fully extended by inspecting the indicator line located next to the front end retainer screws. The indicator line will line up with the edge of the tug main plate once the front end is fully extended.
  • Page 15 2B-2. Remove 3 Torx track cover screws and remove the inside track cover. Track Cover Screws Plastic Inside Track Cover 2B-3. Loosen 4 front end retainer screws with an allen wrench and push the front end of the the track to relieve track tension. Temporarily re-tighten the front end retainer screws in the retracted state.
  • Page 16 2B-4. Remove 2 adjacent Rotoclips from the front end of the tug. Remove 2 track pins with the Rotorclips on the opposite end intact and 2 track links. Tip: Tap the end of the track pin using a hammer to drive the pin through the Rotoclip.
  • Page 17 2B-5. Remove one track segment and align the ends of the track. Track Segment 2B-6. Overlap the Track Links on each side of the track and insert the track pin and rotoclip as shown below. Apply pressure on end of pin when inserting the clip on the other end Track Pin and Rotoclip Track Pin...
  • Page 18 3. There should be about a 1/2” of play at the center of the track. 1/2” Up and Down Play at Center of Track 4. Reinstall the plastic track covers. Install Plastic Track Cover 5. Repeat steps for the other track.
  • Page 19 2. Start Up Guide 2-6. Unloading the Airplane Wheel Off of the Tug 1. Turn the tug power ON and the radio power ON if not already on. 2. Put chocks under the main wheels of the aircraft. 3. Push the tug slightly forward so the airplane tire puts pressure on the back gate of the cradle.

  • Page 20: Charging The Tug

    2. Start Up Guide 2-7. Charging the Tug 1. Before charging your tug, be sure the radio and tug are both turned OFF. Charging Jack Charging Indicator Light 2. The charging indicator light on the charger should light up red once the charger is connected properly.

  • Page 21: Charging The Transmitter

    2. Start Up Guide 2-8. Charging the Transmitter WARNING: Only use the supplied charger to charge the transmitter when using the supplied batteries or the following: - 1200mAh Ni-MH or Ni-Cd ‘AA’ Rechargeable Batteries The use of the transmitter charger with alkaline batteries installed can damage the transmitter.

  • Page 22: Replacing Transmitter Batteries

    2. Start Up Guide 2-9. Replacing the Transmitter Batteries 1. Remove 4 cover screws from back of transmitter case. 2. Replace old battery pack with new battery pack. Note: A battery tray is provided with the tug. It can be used with standard AA rechargable batteries.
  • Page 23 4A. Replace the batteries by purchasing a new shrink wrapped Note: A shrink wrapped battery pack can battery pack from AC Air Technology be purchused from AC Air Techology to or installing the supplied battery tray replace the installed battery tray. To use a and purchasing 6 rechargable ‘AA’...

  • Page 24: Spare Parts

    2. Start Up Guide 2-10. Spare Parts • Spare Track Parts Rotoclips Pins • Track Install Tools • Fuses 4A mp Replacement Light Fuse Track Pin Tools 10 Amp Replacement Circuit Board Fuse Retainer Clip Tool...

  • Page 25: Track Tools

    2. Start Up Guide 2-11. Track Tools The Track Tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks. Note: This section is intended to show how the tools are used only. A detailed instruction guide is provided when purchasing new tracks. Refer to that instruction guide when installing new tracks.
  • Page 26 The Track Pin Tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks Insert the Track Pin Tools on the inside and outside adjacent pins to the missing pin hole. Note: You will need to hold these in place by hand. Track Pin Tool Adjacent Pin Missing Pin Hole...

  • Page 27: Warranty

    In no event shall the liability of AC Air Technology exceed the individual price of the product on which liability is asserted. AC Air Technology has no control of the set up, ap- plication, use, modifi cation, or misuse of this product, thus no liability shall be assumed or ac- cepted for any resulting damage or injury.

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