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Microtrac™ 

 

Document: UMDB007595.docm  

Revision: B13 

Created by: KB 

Date: 17 Nov 2019 

IPN: 3042830-B13 

Source Location: C:\ePDM\ISLEng\products\db-microtracs4000\manuals\UMDB007595.docm

 

 

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Maintenance 

Rinsing and Cleaning 

After every mission check to see if the tracks need cleaning. To maintain top performance of the 
Microtrac

™ units, it is important to prevent excessive buildup of dirt under the track belt.  A buildup will 

increase the belt tension, causing the track to lose speed and pulling ability.  Ultimately excessive tension 
may stretch and ruin the track belt.  

1.  If the tracks have been used in salt water, thoroughly rinse the tracks with fresh water prior to being 

stored away. Accelerated corrosion will result if the inspection system is not rinsed properly.  Pay 
close attention to rinsing and cleaning the spring and underneath the track belt.  

2.  Use an open hose or tap at regular water line pressure for rinsing 

– use a mild detergent and soft 

brush.    Do  not  pressure  wash  the  equipment 

– water will be forced into the track at these high 

pressures. 
 
If it is necessary to apply aggressive cleaning fluids, consult the factory before use.  Clean away 
any dirt, grit or build-up near joints or moving parts.  Also clean the drive wheel teeth, wear strip 
and idler wheels.  

  

 

CAUTION:

 Do not use a pressure washer to clean the camera. Very high-

pressure water can push past seals and flood the components resulting in 
electrical damage or personal injuries. 

 

Scheduled Maintenance and Servicing 

Microtrac crawlers are designed to provide reliable service accompanied by a minimum downtime for 
maintenance.  The frequency of maintenance and/or repairs will be largely dictated by the type of use and 
the environments the units are subjected to.  Eddyfi recommends the following maintenance procedures 
in addition to normal equipment operational inspections.

 

Daily 

Daily or before each use of the Microtrac units: 

1. 

Tracks with Spring Tensioners

 - Check that the belt tensioning springs are freely moving.  This 

can be done by pulling up on the edge of the track belt with your thumb 

– the belt should have a 

small amount of give.  If the springs are bottomed out, the material under the belt must be 
removed before deployment to avoid damage and to attain best performance. 

Tracks with Manual Belt Tensioners

 

– Check that the tensioning screws have not slackened. Belt 

should be taut but manual deflection with normal hand force should be possible. If the belts feel 
too tight, check for debris or build-up underneath the belts and remove if present. Do not 
overtighten belts or performance could be degraded, and damage could occur. 

2.  Visually inspect the Microtrac and track belt for damage; if the track belt is torn or stretched it 

should be replaced. 

Summary of Contents for INUKTUN MICROTRAC

Page 1: ...ite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfitechnologies com www eddyfitechnologies com 2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfitechnologies com ww...

Page 2: ...6 Load and Speed Specifications 7 Basic Loading Specifications 7 Influences on Loading 8 Safety 11 System Setup 13 Mounting the Track 13 Flange Adapter 15 Connector Handling 16 Impulse Connector Lubr...

Page 3: ...l be notified of any changes to their equipment Information in this manual does not necessarily replace specific regulations codes standards or requirements of others such as government regulations Th...

Page 4: ...rac Document UMDB007595 docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 4 of 26 User Manual Specifica...

Page 5: ...ANT When configuring a 70V system check to see if the tracks are compatible Older versions of 4000 series Microtracs are not 70V compatible Look for the Wide Input Voltage symbol V located on the side...

Page 6: ...ctor on the side of the track to connect power and communications Contact Eddyfi Technologies for details of the RS 485 control protocol Note Pin out is shown for the Bulkhead Connector on the track D...

Page 7: ...docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 IPN 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 7 of 26 User Manual Load and Speed Specifications...

Page 8: ...se load and diminish track performance These include the following and are detailed below Additional Payload Inclines Effects of Differential Steering skid steering with parallel tracks Curved Geometr...

Page 9: ...urs during a spot turn the load being calculated as per the equation below A typical 13 5 kg 30 lb magnetic VT100 with 13 5 kg 30 lb of down force on a surface with friction coefficient 0 5 will exper...

Page 10: ...in a warm environment up to 50 C 120 F the tracks can heat up to the maximum temperature within hour However this does not represent normal operation Typical usage will include much starting and stopp...

Page 11: ...become very hot up to 80 C 175 F WARNING Spark Hazard Under no circumstances should this equipment be used in a potentially explosive atmosphere The Microtrac 4000 is an industrial product All personn...

Page 12: ...26 User Manual Lay the track on its side if you are powering it up on the workbench DC Controlled tracks without internal driver must be protected by current limiting either by fuse or electronically...

Page 13: ...the sides top and bottom Use of any three mounting holes is enough to support the rated load When using the side flange holes make sure the screws do not protrude beyond the flange and into the track...

Page 14: ...nt UMDB007595 docm Revision B13 Created by KB Date 17 Nov 2019 IPN 3042830 B13 Source Location C ePDM ISLEng products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 14 of 26 User Manual MICROTRAC 4000...

Page 15: ...f 26 User Manual MICROTRAC 4000 DEEP WATER Flange Adapter Flange adapters come standard with the Microtrac 4000 for mounting to chassis plates or legacy systems Tracks can be configured for left or ri...

Page 16: ...ways fully engage or tighten the connector Secure locking collars finger tight Install dummy plugs on unused connectors Disconnect by pulling straight not on an angle Do not pull on the cable to disen...

Page 17: ...d extended length track as detailed below Standard Length Track 1 Remove the mounting flange from the label side of the track 2 Release the belt tension Notice the tensioning spring is compressed by a...

Page 18: ...cs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 18 of 26 User Manual 4 The belt can now be lifted from the track The track is now ready for cleaning or installation of a new belt 5 When replacing the belt ensure...

Page 19: ...nual 7 Tension the belt by turning the tensioning screws clockwise until the captured nuts bottom out in their groove They will be in position as shown below Again the tensioning screws stay in place...

Page 20: ...racs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 20 of 26 User Manual Extended Length Track 1 Remove the drive wheel cover and mounting flange on the side shown The opposite mounting flange can remain in place 2...

Page 21: ...products db microtracs4000 manuals UMDB007595 docm Page 21 of 26 User Manual 3 Manual Tension Thread the tensioning screws on both sides of the track into the main housing CW to release the belt tensi...

Page 22: ...idler wheels CAUTION Do not use a pressure washer to clean the camera Very high pressure water can push past seals and flood the components resulting in electrical damage or personal injuries Schedule...

Page 23: ...ve been damaged by debris or have become worn by abrasion 3 If necessary remove the belt and thoroughly clean the track Overhaul Eddyfi recommends that the Microtracs be thoroughly serviced once a yea...

Page 24: ...ber of the system component in question Eddyfi Robotics Inc Canadian Headquarters and Manufacturing Location 2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA TF 1 877 468 5886 T 1 250 729 8080 inf...

Page 25: ...the correct paperwork is completed If cross border shipments are not labelled as per the instructions the items may be held by customs and issued additional fees All returned items must be sent prepa...

Page 26: ...to improperly wired AC receptacles 5 Track belts tethers view ports and other components subject to wear through abrasion are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a perio...

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