Tornado International Ltd
Ver 3.1 Jan 14
ORBITER MANUAL
2.4 Orbiter Housing
A building should be constructed to provide secure housing when the ORBITERS are not
in use. The battery chargers will also be housed in the same building. The size of the
building will depend on the number of ORBITERS purchased. Don’t forget to allow for
expansion if further ORBITERS are required. Appendix B & C show the dimensions of
the ORBITERS, batteries and chargers. If the area is secure from vandalism then the
ORBITERS may be charged out of doors during the season. This allows the ORBITER to
be moved to the edge of the track at the end of the operational day and the batteries
charged whilst still in the vehicle. If this system is used then the following points should
be considered.
1. A secure location will be needed to store the ORBITERS during the closed season.
1. The chargers will need to be housed in a well ventilated but weatherproof location. If
this is a cabinet it must have a volume of at least double the total volume of the
chargers installed. Provision for adequate cooling air flow over the charger’s heat sink
is vital. The ambient air inside any such charging area must not be allowed to exceed
30 degrees centigrade. See the section “Installation – Chargers” for more details and
appendix B for the charger dimensions.
1. Protective covers must be used to protect the ORBITER overnight. These may be
ordered from
Tornado International Parts and Accessories.
2.5 Signage
In order to inform your guests of the correct and safe operation of the ORBITERS clear
and concise signage is essential. At appendix D you will find sample signage in their most
basic form. It is assumed that most locations would choose to have their own signs
manufactured in their corporate style. The wording of the signs at appendix D is provided
for your guidance.
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