Flex System Quick Start Guide
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Introduction
This guide will assist in setting up the Flex system. It addresses
common issues that are encountered when first setting up the
system.
For detailed information on the setup and features please refer to
your specific Flex system manual.
Unpacking the System
The second transmitter is under a layer of cardboard and will not
be visible when the first transmitter is removed from the box. Do
not throw the box away until the second transmitter is located.
Be sure to keep the fuses and other parts in a safe location
where they can be retrieved if needed.
Mounting the Receiver
Follow the mounting instructions in the manual.
Wiring the Receiver
Follow the wiring diagram on the front enclosure or in the
manual. The numbers in circles correspond to the wire numbers
in the harness.
Incoming power: AC = X1 to wire #1 and X2 to wire #3. DC =
Wire #1 is the negative and wire #3 is the positive.
Wire #2 is ground in both cases.
NOTE: The wires labeled as COM are not a common in the
sense of being the neutral side of the circuit; instead these are
the Input or X1 side of the circuit. Follow the circuit path through
the relay contacts to locate the output wiring.
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External Antenna
Typically the Flex system does not have or need an external
antenna. The only time one is needed is when the receiver will
be mounted in a secondary enclosure.
MAIN, FUNC and ID
The main output shown on the diagram connects to the coil of
the mainline contactor. This allows the radio to turn on the
mainline of the crane or equipment. COM going into the main
circuit must be X1 for the crane not a voltage supply that is
controlled by the mainline contactor.
FUNC is a momentary output triggered by the start switch after
the system is started. This is the best place to connect a horn or
warning device.
ID is a momentary output that triggers anytime any function is
being commanded. This is not a good place for a warning
device, as it will sound every time any function is called for.
System Programming
The Flex system is ready to operate as packaged. No
programming or switch setting is need unless some of the
special features described in the manual are required.
Transmitter
The transmitter requires two AA batteries; see the manual for
battery changing instructions.
Spare Transmitter
No programming or setup is needed for the spare transmitter. It
is set up to operate the system as shipped. If any of the special
features described in the manual are used on the main
transmitter, simply match the dip switch settings on the spare.
