Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL HBC Page 1 / 18 – Radio Controls Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial STOP 1 2 2 PITCH Trolley 1 1+2 2 CAT CH 1 micron made by HBC 0 1 31.394 HBC-radiomatic GmbH • D-74564 Crailsheim • GERMANY Information and specifications subject to change without notice.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 2 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Manufacturer : HBC-radiomatic GmbH Haller Straße 49 - 53 74564 Crailsheim • GERMANY Tel. +49 ( 0 ) 79 51 – 3 93 - 0 Fax +49 ( 0 ) 79 51 – 3 93 – 50 E-mail: info@radiomatic.com http://www.hbc-radiomatic.com HBC radiomatic GmbH is not liable for any misprints or errors! – All rights reserved. ™ radiomatic is a registered German trademark.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Page 3 / 18 Table of Contents 1 Description ...................................................................................4 2 Safety Instructions........................................................................5 3 2.1 Pictographs ....................................................................................... 5 2.2 General Safety Instructions.........................................
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 4 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 1 Description The micron 4 transmitter is designed to transmit command instructions for controlling industrial cranes and hoists as well as operating machines and plants. Depending on the type and version selected, up to 24 control commands plus the integrated STOP commands are available to the operator.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 2 Safety Instructions 2.1 Pictographs Page 5 / 18 The following pictographs will be used throughout the present operating instructions : Indicates a possible shock hazard Contacting components under voltage may lead to death. Housing (e.g.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 6 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 2.2 General Safety Instructions Radio controls facilitate and increase the operating efficiency of cranes and machines.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 2.3 Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Page 7 / 18 Operator Safety Instructions Before beginning crane operation, position yourself so that you have a clear and complete overview of the working radius of the crane or machine. To operate, hold the transmitter securely in your hand. Use the optional wrist strap. Follow these instructions to ensure personal safety.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 8 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL After switching on the transmitter the instrument indicates a successful radio link to the receiver when the red LED "HF/RF/H.F./HF" extinguishes and the green LED "Si" lights up (refer to control light panel on receiver). The radio control system is ready for use. The operator can now issue control commands using the transmitter control elements.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Page 9 / 18 For safety reasons we have equipped the transmitter with an automatic switch-OFF. The transmitter is automatically put out of circuit after 15 minutes of non-use. The automatic switch-OFF also saves battery power.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 10 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 3.1 Battery and Battery Charger 3.1.1 FuB 3A Transmitter Battery The age and ambient temperature are decisive for the length of the battery application. Older batteries lose capacity over time. Temperatures under zero also have a negative effect on battery charge. The length of serviceable battery life depends on how the battery is treated.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 3.2 Page 11 / 18 Special Operating Modes (Optional) This chapter describes special operating modes that are not available with all crane systems. If your radio control system is not equipped with the features described, you may ignore the following and continue with the next chapter. 3.2.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 12 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Note : – A power loss at the receiver-end activates a general reset of the crane system. All transmitters have access to the crane radio controls. This implies that the pitch – catch settings must be readjusted at the transmitter-end.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Pitch – Catch – Tandem Mode The "Pitch – Catch – Tandem Mode" enables two or more crane operators equipped with one transmitter each to independently use several cranes. Crane A / receiver 1 with scanner and 2 reception frequencies, address 1 Crane B / receiver 2 with scanner and 2 reception frequencies, address 2 File: TANDEM_F-Ü_MI.CDR [ CorelDraw 8.0 ] 06-06-2000 FL 3.2.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 14 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Caution : Should an operator want control over crane B and crane A (rotary switch position "B+A") and the operator must correct with crane A (switch position "A"), it cannot be guaranteed that the operator retains control over crane B, i.e.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 4 Page 15 / 18 Fault Correction Note : Check the transmitter functions using the cabin or cable controls first ! Problem Transmitter does not react when switched on. Possible Cause − No power. Remedy − Check the battery contacts for damage or contamination. − Insert a fully charged battery in battery compartment. − Recharge battery Low-power indicator blinks after minimal operating time, i.e.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 16 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 5 Maintenance The radio control system is virtually maintenance-free. However, the following points should be taken into consideration : Ø Ø Ø Ensure that the STOP pushbutton works smoothly. Contaminants can reduce or fully block the switch function. Charge and discharge transmitter batteries regularly. Never use a high-pressure cleaner or steam jet cleaner to "clean" the transmitter.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL 6 Page 17 / 18 Technical Data General Technical Data System micron 4 Max.
Operating Instructions Radio Transmitter micron 4 Industrial Page 18 / 18 BE-MICR4_I-V2-2.DOC [ Word 97 ] FL Dimensions and Operator Controls of micron 4 À 2 2 Trolley 1 1+2 2 PITCH Á Â 1 micron 2 Trolley 1 1+2 2 1 236 mm ( 9.3 " ) 1 CATCH File: MICRON4-I.CDR [ CorelDraw 8.0 ] 2000-08-15 FL STOP 218 mm ( 8.6 " ) 6.1 made by HBC 0 1 31.394 Ã Ä 50 mm ( 2.0 " ) 87 mm ( 3.4 " ) 50 mm ( 2.0 " ) 65 mm ( 2.