CONTROLS INTERFACE FEATURES
The jog switch push buttons and communica-
tions connector are protected by a cover
(
diagram E
). To access the jog switch push
buttons and communications connector, loosen
the M4 screw and slide the shield back towards
the wire rope.
Note:
Do not fully unthread the
M4 screw. When finished, slide the shield back
into place and re-tighten the M4 screw.
Jog Switch Push Buttons:
The jog switch
buttons allow qualified personnel to replace the
wire rope on the unit. To effectively operate the
jog switch buttons, all electrical cables must
be connected and power on. Depressing the
“Up” jog switch button will enable the motor and
cause the system to reel the wire rope into the
actuator and onto the drum pulley. Depressing
the “Down” jog switch button will enable the
motor and cause the system to pay out the wire
rope from the actuator and off of the main
pulley. Jog switch push buttons override all
motion control from a handle or tooling.
Service Mode:
This operation mode is similar to the “safe mode” of a PC. In this state all handle motion
control and Q & iQ custom features are disabled, all digital outputs are turned off, and only basic jog up,
jog down, LCD display and safety program mode are available. It allows a minimum safe operation on a
unit with a damaged handle, broken I/O electronics or other damaged peripheral control components that
would make it dangerous to run the unit if the component is used. The unit is still inoperative if actuator
components such as the drive, motor, or jog switches are damaged. To activate service mode, with the
handle E-stop pushbutton released and the LCD screen displaying LIFT READY, press and hold both jog
pushbuttons on the actuator for ten seconds. Both the blue and red LEDs flash once per second and the
LCD displays SERVICE MODE when the operation mode is ready.
Communications Connector:
This connector is the communications port for the G-Force®. With the
program kit (option), provided by Gorbel, users may connect to the G-Force® to upload software programs
or use the G-Force® Visual Basic program.
WARNING
The jog switch buttons are for system
maintenance and load testing use only and
should not be manipulated during normal
operation of the G-Force®. Operation of the
jog switch buttons during normal operation
increases the risk of personal injury to the
operator.
Diagram E. Actuator - Control Interface (As viewed from Bottom of Actuator)
COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR
JOG DOWN PUSH BUTTON
JOG UP PUSH BUTTON
M4 SHCS
Diagram E.
Actuator - Controls Interface Display (as viewed from
bottom of actuator).
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