Versatrax 50™ In-Line
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Date: 20 Nov 2019
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User Ma
nual
Important:
Never “Hot Plug” any connector, this will result in internal damage to the electronics.
Power down the system prior to plugging in any vehicle or tether connector.
Note
:
Never use WD-40 or similar solvent-based fluids on connectors or crawlers. These will cause the
rubber parts of the connector or crawler to soften and swell rendering them inoperable.
Impulse Connector: Lubrication and Cleaning
•
Lubricate mating surfaces regularly with 3M Silicone spray or equivalent, DO NOT GREASE
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Lubricate O-rings with Molykote 111 silicone grease or equivalent.
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Use dust caps to protect connectors wherever possible
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Clean connectors with soap and fresh water, rinse out with alcohol and allow connector to air-
dry
Fuse Replacement
Refer to the ICON Portable Controller user manual for information regarding fuse replacement.
Caution:
Disconnect the power source before servicing or replacing fuses.
Scheduled Maintenance and Servicing
Picotrac™ crawlers are designed to provide reliable service accompanied by a minimum downtime for
maintenance. The frequency of maintenance and/or repairs will be largely dictated by the type of use and
the environments the units are subjected to. We recommend the following maintenance procedures in
addition to normal equipment operational inspections.
Daily
Daily or before each use of the Picotrac / Versatrax 50 units:
1. Visually inspect the Picotrac and track belt for damage; if the track belt is torn or stretched it may
need to be replaced.
2. Check that the belt tensioning springs are freely moving. This can be done by pulling up on the
edge of the track belt with your thumb
– the belt should have a small amount of give. If the springs
are bottomed out, there may be dirt under the belt which must be removed before deployment to
avoid damage and to attain best performance.
3. Visually inspect the tether and interconnect cables or damage. If the cables are damaged the unit
should be returned to the factory for servicing.
