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21798-01-EN Rev 02 

 

 

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INSTALLATION 

 

Installation Training 

Satisfactory completion of an installation training program provided by 
CiDRA is required prior to installing the AIRtrac Mobile system. 
Following purchase of AIRtrac Mobile services, the installation training 
program will generally work as follows: 

  Customer designates installation personal and schedules initial 

installation 

  CiDRA provides on-site installation assistance and training 

during the initial installation 

  The designated installation personal will receive a certificate of 

training completion and approval for installation of follow-on 
AIRtrac Mobile systems  

Contact CiDRA Customer Support for more information (Section 1.4)

 

Preparation 

In addition to the warnings and cautions in this section, refer also to 
the General Safety Guidelines in Section 3. 

4.2.1 

Power Requirements 

 

Ensure truck electrical power is turned off and truck battery 
disconnected prior to working on the receiver, display and telematics.   

DC input power requires the following: 

Receiver Module: 
  9 to 16VDC, 1 Watt, (for Trucks with 12VDC Battery only) 
In-Cab Display: 
  9 to 16VDC, 1 Watt 
Telematics Module: 
  9 to 16VDC, 7 Watts 

An overcurrent protection device (fuse) must be installed on the 
supply side of the +12V ignition and +12V battery power inputs, with a 
fuse current rating of 10A to 20A. 

 

 

 

Warning 

12VDC Vehicle only 

Summary of Contents for AIRtrac

Page 1: ...CiDRA Concrete Systems Inc 50 Barnes Park North Wallingford CT 06492 Tel 1 203 265 0035 Fax 1 203 294 4211 www cidra com AIRtrac Mobile System INSTALLATION OPERATION SUPPORT MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...Symbols 13 3 3 1 General Warning or Caution 13 3 3 2 Earth Ground Terminal 14 General Warnings and Cautions 14 4 INSTALLATION 17 Installation Training 17 Preparation 17 4 2 1 Power Requirements 17 4...

Page 4: ...ts 35 5 3 2 Adjust Display Backlight 35 Battery Charger 36 Web Portal 36 Telematics Modem LED 36 6 MAINTENANCE 37 Cleaning 37 Preventative Maintenance 37 6 2 1 General Maintenance 37 6 2 2 Inspection...

Page 5: ...ck Cab 22 Figure 14 Universal Mounting Bracket 23 Figure 15 Universal Mounting Bracket Mounting Holes 23 Figure 16 In Cab Display Option 1 Mounting Pattern 24 Figure 17 In Cab Display Option 2 25 Figu...

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Page 7: ...access hatch as shown in Figure 1 Numerous hatch adapter panels are available to fit various truck mixer drum style The sensor is powered by a rechargeable battery and communicates wirelessly to the...

Page 8: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 6 Figure 1 Hatch Mounted Sensor Figure 2 Receiver Module Figure 3 In Cab Display Option 1...

Page 9: ...43 820 7 359 803 7 363 800 7 367 239 7 367 240 7 379 828 7 389 687 7 400 985 7 426 852 7 437 946 7 440 873 7 454 981 7 474 966 7 503 227 7 516 024 7 526 966 7 571 633 7 587 948 7 596 987 7 617 716 7 6...

Page 10: ...7 243 7277 US and Canada Website www cidra com Sales Support sales cidra com First Line Technical Support 1 203 626 3430 airtracsupport cidra com Warranty The terms and conditions including warranty o...

Page 11: ...adio Module Hatch Mounted Sensor Receiver Module and Telematics Module The radio module in the sensor and receiver module are labeled with its own FCC ID and IC Certification Number The FCC ID and IC...

Page 12: ...accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement CAUTION RF EXPOSURE The external antenna s used for the Receiver and Telematics...

Page 13: ...3 CHARGER DO NOT HEAT ABOVE 80 C DO NOT OPEN BATTERY DISPOSE OF IN FIRE OR SHORT CIRCUIT MAY IGNITE EXPLODE LEAK OR GET HOT CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY REPLACE BATTERY WITH SAME PART NUMBER ONLY USE OF A...

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Page 15: ...ing style of Warnings and Cautions are used throughout the manual to draw attention to information regarding personnel safety and equipment care They are intended to supplement but not replace local o...

Page 16: ...oom may be desirable to minimize potential damage Modification or disassembly of any component by unauthorized personnel will void the system warranty Follow static sensitive device precautions when s...

Page 17: ...in water o Do not disassemble or deform the battery o Do not expose to or dispose of the battery in fire o Avoid dropping and excessive physical shock or vibration o Keep out of the reach of children...

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Page 19: ...roval for installation of follow on AIRtrac Mobile systems Contact CiDRA Customer Support for more information Section 1 4 Preparation In addition to the warnings and cautions in this section refer al...

Page 20: ...ntation label that points in the direction of rotation when the drum is rotating in the charging direction Figure 6 Figure 6 Label Indicating Proper Sensor Orientation 4 3 2 Remove Existing Hatch AIRt...

Page 21: ...e top and the bottom At the nut location of the bottom slotted hole partially install a retaining bolt into the nut plate engaging at least three threads and allowing at least 3 8 inch 9 5 mm gap betw...

Page 22: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 20 Figure 9 Sensor Lifted into Position Figure 10 Installed AIRtrac Mobile Sensor...

Page 23: ...eck that the battery charge indicator located on end of the replacement battery shows five bars indicating full charge Figure 11 Line up the battery terminals and insert the battery terminal side firs...

Page 24: ...etal obstruction for example the water tank or truck frame The mounting location must also allow the 13 ft 4 m receiver module cable to be routed to the inside of the truck cab to the area where the t...

Page 25: ...acket The mounting bracket can be rotated 180 degrees vertically or flipped 180 degrees from the position shown in Figure 14 For flexibility in mounting the display in the cab There are 2 mounting hol...

Page 26: ...4 4 5 1 2 Panel Mounting The display has four M6 1 0 studs for panel mounting Cutout details are outlined in Figure 16 Figure 16 In Cab Display Option 1 Mounting Pattern See back pages of manual for D...

Page 27: ...ear view of the driver and will not obstruct the driver s view of the road Run cable secured and tucked away to prevent any safety hazards The display is supplied with paired hook and loop strips Velc...

Page 28: ...s Module Installation Determine a location for the telematics module inside the truck cab The mounting location must allow the 1 ft 0 3 m telematics cable to be spliced to the free end of both the rec...

Page 29: ...antenna or transmitter except in accordance with FCC s multi transmitter policy Connect the cellular antenna cable connectors to the proper terminals on the outside of the telematics module as shown...

Page 30: ...e must be installed on the supply side of the ignition switched and battery inputs with a fuse current rating of 10A to 20A Referring to power connections Figure 20 Wiring Diagram Splice all three 3 y...

Page 31: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 29 Figure 20 Wiring Diagram termination resistor Black Gray Twisted pair...

Page 32: ...air button is located in battery compartment next to the battery terminals Remove the battery cover by loosening four 4 one quarter turn screws and lift the battery cover off Press and hold button sen...

Page 33: ...ring Button and LED 4 9 2 Telematics Configuration and Activation The telematics module must be configured so it is uniquely associated with the truck that it is installed based on the serial number a...

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Page 35: ...ncrete slump is greater than approximately 2 inches The concrete water to cement ratio w c is greater than approximately 0 3 Once the above conditions are met the AIRtrac Mobile sensor will begin init...

Page 36: ...ure F or C Drum speed RPM and direction positive rpm is charge direction negative rpm is discharge direction Battery charge level remaining Figure 24 In Cab Display Measuring If conditions do not meet...

Page 37: ...isplayed in ether degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C To select which units are used 1 Press the left most button to display the main menu Figure 27 Figure 27 Display Main Menu 2 Use the left ri...

Page 38: ...arged and ready for use To charge the battery insert it in the charger terminal end first The charge indicator will blink indicating charging is taking place When fully charged the charge indicator wi...

Page 39: ...ver and associated cables If any noted damage indicates that the protection of the electronics is compromised or that compromise is imminent or if the cable damage suggests that cable electrical short...

Page 40: ...when it is safe to do so replace the fuse using the proper replacement fuse Battery 6 4 1 Disposal The smart lithium ion Li Ion battery that powers the Airtrac Mobile sensor is designed to provide se...

Page 41: ...e must be installed on the supply side of the 12V Ignition and 12V Battery power inputs with a fuse current rating of 10A to 20A For display Option 2 cabling includes Mini Blade Fuse in an inline spla...

Page 42: ...58 F 40 C to 70 C Display In Cab 40 F to 158 F 40 C to 70 C CAUTION The battery packs should be stored in an environment with low humidity free from corrosive gas at a recommended temperature range 70...

Page 43: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 41 A6 Receiver Module Dimensional Envelope Weight 2 lbs 0 9 kg...

Page 44: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 42 A7 Display Dimensional Envelope Option 1 Weight 1 lbs 0 45 kg...

Page 45: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 43 A8 Display Dimensional Envelope Option 2 Weight 1 lbs 0 45 kg...

Page 46: ...Sensor and receiver module 0 95 non condensing A11 Degree of Protection Sensor is IP67 Receiver is NEMA 4 IP66 Display is IP20 A12 Pollution Degree Sensor and receiver module are rated for installatio...

Page 47: ...ile System Installation Record Company Name Address City State Zip Code Facility Contact Name Facility Contact Phone Facility Contact Email Truck ID Sensor Module S N Receiver S N Modem S N Number of...

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Page 51: ...21798 01 EN Rev 02 Page 49 DISPLAY OPTION 1 template verify to scale before use...

Page 52: ...CiDRA Concrete Systems Inc 50 Barnes Park North Wallingford CT 06492 Tel 1 203 265 0035 Fax 1 203 294 4211 www cidra com...

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