ADJUSTABLE FEATURES
IT TRANSISTOR CONTROLS
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37
November 2005
Section 5. SX and IT FAMILY GE HANDSET
INSTRUCTIONS
Section 5.1 General Features
The GE Handset is a multi-functional tool to be used with
the LX, ZX, SX and IT Series GE solid-state controls. The
Handset consists of a Light Emitting Diode (LED) display
and a keyboard for data entry.
Note: The Handset is the same for all GE controls,
however, the cable will change between some control
types.
Section 5.2 Purpose / Setup Functions
The purpose of the Handset is to allow authorized
personnel to perform the following functions of the SX and
IT/IP family of Controls:
•
Monitor existing system fault codes
•
Monitor intermittent random fault codes
•
Monitor battery state of charge on systems with BDI
•
Monitor hourmeter reading
•
Monitor or adjust the following control functions:
♦
Creep speed
♦
Armature Controlled Acceleration and 1A Time
♦
Regenerative Braking Current Limit and Disable
♦
Armature and Field Current Limit
♦
Plugging Distance (Current)
♦
Pedal Position Plug Range or Disable
♦
1A Drop Out Current or Disable
♦
Speed Limit Points
♦
Truck Management Fault Speed Limit
♦
Internal Resistance Compensation for Battery
State of Charge Indication
♦
Battery Voltage ( 36/48 volts is auto ranging )
♦
Selection of Card Operation Type.
At the transistor control traction card, unplug the "Y plug"
if the dash display is in use, and plug in the Handset to
the plug location "Y" on the control card. After installing
the Handset tool, plug the battery in and turn the key
switch on. The following is the start-up display sequence
that will occur:
START-UP DISPLAY SEQUENCE
Key Switch On
Verify Each LED Segment
8 8 8 8
If Maintenance Code
Is
Active
If Maintenance Code
Is Not
Active
Display Code "-99"
For Four Seconds and
Activate Speed Limit
(if selected)
BDI Display or
Blank Display
(no BDI used)
Diagnostics Override
With Fault
Run Mode
BDI Display or
Blank Display
(no BDI used)
Diagnostics Override
With Fault
Key Switch
Off
Display Traction
Hourmeter
For Four Seconds
NOTE: The vehicle can be operated with the Handset
connected, however, the adjustment knob must be
set fully clockwise to insure the control operates at
top speed.
Warning: Before making any adjustments to the
control, you must consult the operating and
maintenance instructions supplied by the vehicle
manufacturer. Failure to follow proper set up
instructions could result in mis-operation or damage
to the control system.
Warning: Before connecting or disconnecting the
Handset tool, turn off the key switch, unplug the
battery and jack up the drive wheels of the vehicle.