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- Page 1 MODEL: T2W3 Aircraft Tug Instruction Manual 95677 Rev. A World’s First Portable, Remote-Control Aircraft Tugs...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Components ...............3 1-1 Components in the Box ................. 3 1-2 Tug Components ................... 4 1-3 Remote Control Components ..............5 1-4 Charger Components ................6 1-5 Spare Parts ................... 7 1-6 Track Tools .................... 8 1-7 On-Board Parts Box ................10 2. -
Page 3: Components
1. Components 1-1 Components in the Box Tire Guide Spacers for Tires with sidewall Track Adjustment Rail Removal Bit defl ectors Tools Radio Charger Radio Transmitter Battery Tray Tug Charger Owners Manual Spare Parts Bag... -
Page 4: Tug Components
1. Components 1-2 Tug Components Rear Cradle Gate Lazy Susan Left Track Assembly Main Plate Wheel Cradle Links Right Track Assembly Wheel Ramp Power Switch Tug Charger Connection Wheel Lock Electronics Cover Latch Assembly... -
Page 5: Remote Control Components
1. Components 1-3 Remote Control Components Power Indicator Control Stick 3 Speed Toggle Light Switch Lazy Susan Lock & Cradle Release Switch Charging Indicator LED ON/OFF Switch Charging Jack Lanyard Anchor Warning: The control stick on the remote controller is very sensitive and will cause the tug to move if it is moved accidentally. -
Page 6: Charger Components
1. Components 1-4 Charger Components Tug Charger Tug Connection Charging Indicator 110V Power Connection Remote Control Charger 110V Power Connection Radio Connection... -
Page 7: Spare Parts
1. Components 1-5 Spare Parts Spare Track Parts Retainer Clips Pins Links Treads Track Install Tools Fuses 4 Amp Light Fuse 10 Amp Circuit Board Fuse Retainer Clip Tool... -
Page 8: Track Tools
1. Components 1-6 Track Tools The track tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks. 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 9 The Track Pin Tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks when the they are too tight making it diffi cult to align the pin holes. Insert the track pin tools on the inside and outside adjacent pins to the missing pin hole.
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Page 10: On-Board Parts Box
1. Components 1-7 On-Board Parts Box The On-Board Parts Box contains spare track links / shims, rotoclips, and a rotoclip tool to quickly replace or repair tracks. It also includes cradle shim mounting screws to lift the wheel cradle ramp away from the ground. When the ground is very uneven the wheel cradle ramp may hit the ground preventing the aircraft from loading. -
Page 11: Start-Up Guide
2. Start-Up Guide 2-1 Remote Control Operation 1. Switch the remote control ON. The power indicator light turns on and the remote control beeps once. If this does not happen, check the remote control battery con- nection for proper installation. When the battery level is low, the remote control will begin to beep repeatedly, signaling to replace or recharge the batteries. -
Page 12: Operating The Tug
2. Start-Up Guide 2-2 Operating the Tug 1. Before turning on the tug, make sure the tracks and bottom of the tug are free from obstruction. 2. Turn the tug on using the ON/OFF switch. There will be a short series of beeps and then the ON/OFF switch will illuminate red to show the tug is on. - Page 13 6. After lifting the tug off of the ground for any reason or taking it in and out of your air- craft, you must check the sprockets for proper seating along the tracks. If the sprock- et is not properly seated it could result in damage to the track. Check sprockets for proper seating and alignment.
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Page 14: Loading The Aircraft Wheel
2. Start-Up Guide 2-3 Loading The Aircraft Wheel Single Wheel Aircraft Pre-Load Setup Use the tire guide spacers provided (see Section 2-6 for adjustment) Dual Wheel Aircraft Pre-Load Setup Remove the tire guide spacers by removing the adjustment pins and sliding the tire guide spacers out towards the center of the lazy susan. -
Page 15: Aircraft With Chine Tires Pre-Load Setup
Aircraft with Chine Tires Pre-Load Setup Replace the tire guide spacers with the tire guide spacers for chine tires by removing 2 fl at head screws with a 5/32” drive. Add removable thread-locker on the screw threads. When tightening the screws onto the tire guide spacers for chine tires, verify that the mounting blocks are parallel. - Page 16 WARNING: DO NOT SIT IN THE PLANE WHILE DRIVING THE TUG. TO PREVENT GOING BEYOND YOUR STEERING LIMITS IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU LOCK THE LAZY SUSAN FROM ROTATING WHILE GOING UP AND DOWN HILLS AND MOVING ALONG A STRAIGHT PATH. THE LAZY SUSAN FEATURE SHOULD ONLY BE USED ON FLAT GROUND AND WHEN MANEUVERING IN TIGHT QUARTERS.
- Page 17 2. Drive the tug to line up the aircraft tire with the center of the wheel ramp. It may be necessary to apply a little pressure with your foot to the top of the battery cover to get the wheel started onto the tug. Wheel Ramp in Down Position Aircraft Tire...
- Page 18 If the issue persists call or e-mail AC Air Technology tech sup- port for further assistance.
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Page 19: Unloading The Aircraft Wheel
2. Start-Up Guide 2-4 Unloading The Aircraft Wheel 1. Toggle the Lazy Susan Lock Switch in the middle position and rotate the tug under the aircraft tire until the wheel ramp is facing the front of the tug. Push the tug so the rear gate is slightly pushing against the tire. - Page 20 2. Hold the latch release switch on the radio controller and slightly rotate the tug under the tire until the latch releases the rear gate. You will need to visually verify that the latch is released. This may require rotating the tug back and forth slightly until the latch releases.
- Page 21 4. Continue driving the tug away from the tire until the tire is completely off of the tug. You can stop holding the latch release switch after the tire is off of the tug. Keep Driving Tug Away From Tire Tire Completely Off...
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Page 22: Adjusting The Wheel Cradle
2. Start-Up Guide 2-5 Adjusting the Wheel Cradle 1. Make sure that the wheel cradle is down. If needed, use the radio to unlatch the cradle. Wheel Cradle in the Down Position 2. Place wheel chocks behind the rear tires of the plane to ensure the plane does not roll backwards. - Page 23 4. The wheel should be touching the back gate. Adjustment Pins Back Gate: Wheel touching here. 5. Remove the adjustment pins and push the front side of cradle until it is touching the tire and reinstall the pins. The adjustment pins have two legs that need to be inserted to capture the pivot screw between them.
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Page 24: Adjusting The Tire Guide Spacers For A Single Wheel Aircraft
2. Start-Up Guide 2-6 Adjusting the Tire Guide Spacers for a Single Wheel Aircraft Adjustment Pin Tire Guide Spacer 1. If the tire guide spacers are in the widest position and your tire does not fi t or it is too close of a fi... - Page 25 2. Adjust the tire guide spacers by removing the adjustment pins and sliding the spac- ers towards each other. Ideally the tire guide spacers should be moved the same distance on each side to keep your tire centered in the cradle. The distance between the dovetail spacers should equal the width of your tire plus one inch maximum.
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Page 26: Adjusting Track Tension
2. Start-Up Guide 2-7 Adjusting Track Tension Track tension may need to be adjusted after several hours of use. Follow the instructions below for each track. Ratchet and 12-point socket are provided. 1. Use a 12-point socket and a ratchet to loosen the 12-point front-end retainer bolt. The track cover is hidden from view for clarity. - Page 27 3. Once the track has been adjusted, tighten the 12-point front-end retainer bolt. 4. Re-install the outside track cover. To loosen the track for removal or repair follow these steps. Track Cover Screws Right Side Outside Track Cover Left Side 1.
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Page 28: Lifting The Wheel Cradle Ramp
2. Start-Up Guide 2-8 Lifting the Wheel Cradle Ramp Shims can be used to lift the wheel cradle ramp away from the ground. When traversing over very uneven terrain the wheel cradle ramp may hit the ground and prevent the aircraft from loading onto the tug. Only use the shims when needed. 1. - Page 29 2. With the wheel cradle in the “Up” latched position, install the shims onto the tug main- plate threaded holes located near the loading end. Two shims and one mounting screw per side. Wheel Cradle Up Mainplate Threaded Holes 3. Both left and right side shims should be engaged if in the ON position or both sides should be disengaged if in the OFF position to prevent the cradle from twisting.
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Page 30: Charging The Tug
2. Start-Up Guide 2-9 Charging the Tug 1. Before charging your tug, the remote controller and tug should both be turned OFF. Power Switch Tug Charging Jack 2. Plug charger into charging jack and into a wall socket. The plug can only be inserted in one direction. -
Page 31: Charging The Remote Controller
2. Start-Up Guide 2-10 Charging the Remote Controller WARNING: Only use the supplied charger to charge the controller when using the supplied batteries or the following: - 1200mAh to 2200 mAh Ni-MH or Ni-Cd ‘AA’ Rechargeable Batteries Using the remote control charger with alkaline batteries installed can damage the con- troller. -
Page 32: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
2. Start-Up Guide 2-11 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 1. Before changing the remote control batteries, the remote controller and tug should be turned OFF. 2. Remove 2 screws on the back cover of the radio transmitter then remove the back cover. - Page 33 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’...
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Page 34: Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting guide is divided into three sections: Tug, Remote Controller, Wheel Cradle. Refer to the images and descriptions below as they are mentioned throughout the text. Servo Speed Control Latch Mechanism Radio Receiver For technical support call or e-mail AC Air Technology (855) 884-7222 info@acairtechnology.com... -
Page 39: 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.