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6.2.2 Test Remote Operation of the Machine
A. Follow the instructions in the RemoteTask Operation and Maintenance Manual section
“Transition Machine from Manual to Remote Operation” and “RemoteTask Controller
Startup” for initiating remote control of the machine.
B.
Upon turning the Remote Enable Interface to the ON position, ensure the green “Ready”
indicator on the REI illuminates and blinks slowly.
C. Upon Remote Controller Startup, verify the following:
The Remote Control Unit indicator lights illuminate and cycle through applicable
red, green, and amber color illuminations (see the Operation and Maintenance
Manual section “Operator Feedback” for details on LED indicators.
After powering on the Remote Control Unit, ensure that the green
Communication Link Indicator beacon on top of the cab begins to blink.
6.2.3 Test the Emergency Stop Function
A.
Use the Remote Control Unit key switch to start the machine’s engine. Verify that the
machine engine starts and system indicators match the previous machine settings.
B. Proceed to the Remote Enable Interface.
C. Press the Emergency Stop button on the REI. Verify that the Emergency Stop control
disables the engine and that the machine is in an OFF state.
D. Release the Emergency Stop button on the REI by twisting it clockwise until release.
E. Restart the engine with the Remote Control Unit.
F. Press the Emergency Stop button on the Remote Control Unit.
G. Verify that the Emergency Stop button disables the engine and the machine is in an OFF
state. Release the Emergency Stop button and power cycle the controller.
6.2.4 Test Remote Controls
For information on operating the Remote Control Unit controls, see the Operation and
Maintenance Manual sections “Operator Controls,” “Joystick Controls,” and “Control Knobs.”
A. Use the Remote Control Unit key switch to s
tart the machine’s engine. Verify that the
machine engine starts and system indicators match the previous machine settings.
B. Press the horn button on the RemoteTask Control Unit. Verify that the machine horn
sounds.
C. Release the parking brake and hydraulic lockout. Verify that the amber Active Indicator
beacon on top of the cab begins to blink.
D.
Adjust the engine speed by rotating the engine speed dial. Verify that the machine’s
engine speed changes in accordance with the control.
E. If the machine is equipped with an electronic tool coupler, test the remote functionality of
the coupler by engaging and disengaging the coupler pins.
F. If the machine is equipped with auxiliary electrical connections, test each while the
parking brake is engaged. Measure the voltage at the AUX electrical connector.
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