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ReFlx 45 Collision Avoidance System Instruction Manual 

September 2017 

Page 4 of 17 

Preface and Safety 

©2017 MAGNETEK 

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but not limited to, this manual. This manual is intended for the sole use of the persons to whom it was 
provided, and any unauthorized distribution of the manual or dispersal of its contents is strictly forbidden. 
This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part by any means whatsoever without the expressed 
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Product Safety Information 

Magnetek, Inc. (Magnetek) offers a broad range of radio remote control products, control products and 
adjustable frequency drives, industrial braking systems, and power delivery products for material handling 
applications. This manual has been prepared by Magnetek to provide information and recommendations 
for the installation, use, operation and service of Magnetek’s material handling products and systems 
(Magnetek Products). Anyone who uses, operates, maintains, services, installs or owns Magnetek 
Products should know, understand and follow the instructions and safety recommendations in this manual 
for Magnetek Products. 

The recommendations in this manual do not take precedence over any of the following requirements 
relating to cranes, hoists, lifting devices or other equipment which use or include Magnetek 
Products: 

Instructions, manuals, and safety warnings of the manufacturers of the equipment where the
Magnetek Products are used,

Plant safety rules and procedures of the employers and the owners of the facilities where the
Magnetek Products are being used,

Regulations issued by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA),

Applicable local, state, provincial, or federal codes, ordinances, standards and requirements, or

Safety standards and practices for the industries in which Magnetek Products are used.

This manual does not include or address the specific instructions and safety warnings of these 
manufacturers or any of the other requirements listed above. It is the responsibility of the owners, users 
and operators of the Magnetek Products to know, understand and follow all of these requirements. It is 
the responsibility of the employer to make its employees aware of all of the above listed requirements and 
to make certain that all operators are properly trained.  

No one should use Magnetek Products prior to becoming familiar with and being trained in these 
requirements and the instructions and safety recommendations for this manual. 

Product Warranty Information 

Magnetek, hereafter referred to as Company, assumes no responsibility for improper programming of a 
device (such as a drive or radio) by untrained personnel.  A device should only be programmed by a 
trained technician who has read and understands the contents of the relevant manual(s).  Improper 
programming of a device can lead to unexpected, undesirable, or unsafe operation or performance of the 
device.  This may result in damage to equipment or personal injury.  Company shall not be liable for 
economic loss, property damage, or other consequential damages or physical injury sustained by the 
purchaser or by any third party as a result of such programming.  Company neither assumes nor 
authorizes any other person to assume for Company any other liability in connection with the sale or use 
of this product. 

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Summary of Contents for REFLX45-AD

Page 1: ...voidance System Instruction Manual Part Number 147 20011 R1 September 2017 Copyright 2017 Magnetek Material Handling Distributed by Ergonomic Partners Sales ErgonomicPartners com www ErgonomicPartners com Tel 314 884 8884 ...

Page 2: ...n 4 DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTE Statements 5 Crane Safety 5 Collision Avoidance Unit 5 Operating the Crane with the ReFlx 45 5 Cleaning Recommendations Preventative Measures 5 1 General System Information 6 1 2 System Description 6 1 2 1 Sensor 6 1 2 2 Adjustments 6 1 2 3 Indicators 6 1 3 System Specifications 7 2 Mechanical Installation 9 3 Electrical Installation 14 4 Troubleshooting 16 Appe...

Page 3: ...arding service or technical information contact 314 884 8884 USA Magnetek Material Handling N49 W13650 Campbell Drive Menomonee Falls WI 53051 Distributed by Ergonomic Partners Sales ErgonomicPartners com www ErgonomicPartners com Tel 314 884 8884 Website E mail www ErgonomicPartners com Sales ErgonomicPartners com 2017 MAGNETEK ...

Page 4: ...s are being used Regulations issued by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration OSHA Applicable local state provincial or federal codes ordinances standards and requirements or Safety standards and practices for the industries in which Magnetek Products are used This manual does not include or address the specific instructions and safety warnings of these manufacturers or any of the other...

Page 5: ...ement is used to notify people of installation operation programming or maintenance information that is important but not hazard related Crane Safety Collision Avoidance Unit The sensor and reflector should never be disabled for any crane motion If the unit is for any reason disengaged or turned off the crane operating personnel must be notified immediately and proper alternate operation precautio...

Page 6: ...d reflector REFLX45 DINH Sensor hinged mounting bracket and rail mounted reflector 1 2 System Description 1 2 1 Sensor The ReFlx 45 is a polarized sensor with cross talk protection because of this feature there is no minimum distance necessary between the sensors The sensing beam on the ReFlx 45 is large which is an advantage with skewed runways 1 2 2 Adjustments The sensor features four DIP switc...

Page 7: ...C Power Consumption 3 5 VA Signal Output Relay Form C rated at 250 V AC DC 2 A max Switching Power Output DC max 50 W AC max 500 VA Response Time 20 ms Operating Mode Selection DIP switch Light Source LED Ambient Light Limit 80000 Lux Ambient Temperature 40 140 F 40 60 C Storage Temperature 40 167 F 40 75 C Housing Polycarbonate IP67 Terminal Block Spring Loaded 16 20 AWG Strain Relief 0 275 0 315...

Page 8: ...ReFlx 45 Collision Avoidance System Instruction Manual September 2017 Page 8 of 17 Figure 2 Sensor Layout and Dimensions in mm ...

Page 9: ...he center of the reflective target The mounting bracket provided allows for vertical adjustment by loosening the screws through the curved slot The sensor angle can be adjusted horizontally by loosening the screws that secure the bracket For fine adjustment of the sensor it helps to view the target from a location within 1 ft of the sensor as it is difficult to see the red light reflected on the t...

Page 10: ...d as time is needed to stop a moving crane refer to Table 2 and Table 3 to help set up this distance Once the required distance is reached angle the sensor outside of the 30 mark Gradually angle the sensor into the perpendicular position of the crane until the relay trips and the yellow indicator is illuminated When finished tightly close the cover to prevent dust from getting inside the sensor Fi...

Page 11: ...4 23 7 01 24 1 4 61 6 48 3 4 123 8 74 188 0 100 1 2 255 3 128 3 4 327 0 159 1 4 404 5 24 7 32 25 1 4 64 1 50 3 4 128 9 77 1 4 196 2 104 3 4 266 1 134 1 4 341 0 166 1 4 422 3 25 7 62 26 1 4 66 7 53 134 6 80 1 2 204 5 109 1 4 277 5 140 355 6 173 1 2 440 7 26 7 92 27 1 4 69 2 55 139 7 83 3 4 212 7 113 3 4 288 9 145 1 2 369 6 180 1 4 457 8 27 8 23 28 1 4 71 8 57 1 4 145 4 86 3 4 220 3 118 299 7 151 1 ...

Page 12: ...4 67 19 17 5 84 240 73 15 6 1 83 8 2 44 10 3 05 12 3 66 16 4 88 20 6 10 250 76 20 6 25 1 91 8 33 2 54 10 42 3 18 12 5 3 81 16 67 5 08 20 83 6 35 260 79 25 6 5 1 98 8 67 2 64 10 83 3 30 13 3 96 17 33 5 28 21 67 6 61 270 82 30 6 75 2 06 9 2 74 11 25 3 43 13 5 4 11 18 5 49 22 5 6 86 280 85 34 7 2 13 9 33 2 95 11 67 3 56 14 4 27 18 67 5 69 23 33 7 11 290 88 39 7 25 2 21 9 67 2 95 12 08 3 68 14 5 4 42 ...

Page 13: ...ReFlx 45 Collision Avoidance System Instruction Manual September 2017 Page 13 of 17 Figure 5 Mounting Bracket Dimensions in mm Figure 6 Hinged Mounting Bracket Dimensions in mm ...

Page 14: ...bove position the NO contact will be closed when the sensor is powered and crane is at a safe distance from the target Alternately the NO contact will be open when the sensor reaches an unsafe distance i e the trip point or when the sensor loses power With these settings the position of the delay dial is irrelevant Figure 8 Electrical Connections Figure 9 shows how to connect the sensor to an IMPU...

Page 15: ...ReFlx 45 Collision Avoidance System Instruction Manual September 2017 Page 15 of 17 Figure 9 Connection Example for ReFlx 45 and an IMPULSE G VG Series 4 Drive ...

Page 16: ...ontact your Magnetek representative for a replacement Yellow LED is OFF The yellow LED is OFF when the sensor or crane is at a safe distance from the reflector If there is power to the sensor and the distance between the sensor and reflector is closer than the set trip point this LED should be ON If it is OFF at that distance check for misalignment and objects in front of the sensor Yellow LED is ...

Page 17: ...ce System Instruction Manual September 2017 Page 17 of 17 Appendix A Figure 11 Half circle Protractor Marked in Degrees 180 Distributed by Ergonomic Partners Sales ErgonomicPartners com www ErgonomicPartners com Tel 314 884 8884 ...

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