ADJUSTABLE FEATURES
SX TRANSISTOR CONTROLS
Page 28
July 2001
Section 5. SX FAMILY GE HANDSET INSTRUCTIONS
Section 5.1 General Features
The GE Handset is a multi-functional tool to be used with
the LX, ZX, and SX Series GE solid-state controls. The
Handset consists of a Light Emitting Diode (LED) display
and a keyboard for data entry. Note: A different handset
cord is required for use with SX controls than that used
with LX and ZX controls.
Section 5.2 Purpose / Setup Functions
The purpose of the Handset is to allow authorized
personnel to perform the following functions of the SX
family of Controls:
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Monitor existing system fault codes
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Monitor intermittent random fault codes
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Monitor battery state of charge on systems with BDI
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Monitor hourmeter reading
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Monitor or adjust the following control functions:
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Creep speed
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Armature Controlled Acceleration and 1A Time
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Regenerative Braking Current Limit and Disable
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Armature and Field Current Limit
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Plugging Distance (Current)
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Pedal Position Plug Range or Disable
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1A Drop Out Current or Disable
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Speed Limit Points
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Truck Management Fault Speed Limit
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Internal Resistance Compensation for Battery
State of Charge Indication
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Battery Voltage (36/48 volts is auto ranging)
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Selection of Card Operation Type.
At the transistor control traction card, unplug the "Y plug" if
the dash display is in use, and plug in the Handset to the
plug location "Y" on the control card. After installing the
Handset tool, plug the battery in and turn the key switch on.
The chart at the right details the start-up display sequence
that will occur.
START-UP DISPLAY SEQUENCE
Key Switch On
Verify Each LED Segment
8 8 8 8
If Maintenance Code
Is
Active
If Maintenance Code
Is Not
Active
Display Code "-99"
For Four Seconds and
Activate Speed Limit
(if selected)
BDI Display or
Blank Display
(no BDI used)
Diagnostics Override
With Fault
Run Mode
BDI Display or
Blank Display
(no BDI used)
Diagnostics Override
With Fault
Key Switch
Off
Warning: Before making any adjustments to the control,
you must consult the operating and maintenance
instructions supplied by the vehicle manufacturer. Failure
to follow proper set up instructions could result in mis-
operation or damage to the control system.
Warning: Before connecting or disconnecting the Handset
tool, turn off the key switch, unplug the battery and jack
up the drive wheels of the vehicle.
Note: The dash display must be disconnected
when the Handset is plugged in, or the control
power supply will be overloaded.
