Mini-Line G198 operating manual
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The Mini-Line® Grade Control System should only be used to what it is constructed to, and most
examples of incorrect use are self-explanatory and therefore not described. However, certain key
examples of misuse or inappropriate behavior are outlined below, and should be avoided.
Examples of incorrect use of the system before the paving job
Do not remove any of the labels on the G198, as they are required for product identification, e.g. in
relation to repair and disposal.
Do not open the aluminum house of the G198, as this will expose the electronics and can damage
the products. The G198 must not be rebuilt or refurbished, as TF-Technologies will no longer be
able to vouch for the quality, and rebuilding units may cause serious personal injury or material
damage.
The Mini-Line® cables must not be disconnected from their connectors or in any way disassembled.
Examples of incorrect use of the system during the paving job
Do not use unauthorized cables or unauthorized spare parts, as this can damage the G198 and lead
to unpredictable control of the asphalt paver, which may result in serious personal injury or material
damage.
It is not recommended to connect the G198 on a paver, when power is already applied, as the
metal jacket on the cable under unfortunate circumstances may lead to short circuiting the asphalt
paver, if the metal jacket hits the two power supply pins at the same time.
It is not recommended to adjust the screed manually on the built-in panel on the asphalt paver,
while G198 is in auto mode or by use with HS301 where this is in auto mode, as the system will
seek to counter the adjustment. Switch the G198/HS301 to manual mode instead, if adjustments
on the built-in panel are required.
It is not recommended to mount the G198 on an asphalt paver on the move or in operation, as this
may remove focus from the surrounding traffic, which may result in serious personal injuries.
It is not recommended to mount G198 on an asphalt paver on the move or in operation
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It can remove focus from the surrounding traffic, which may result in serious personal
injuries
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It can remove focus from the moving parts of the machine, which may result in serious
personal injuries
Warnings and Dangerous Situations
The Mini-Line® Grade Control System must not be used
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If the Mini-Line® Grade Control System is obviously damaged.
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If the Mini-Line® Grade Control System has been rebuilt.
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If the G198 is connected to asphalt pavers that use other types of input than the output the
G198 is able to deliver.
The Mini-Line® Grade Control System can be damaged
If welding is performed on the asphalt paver or Support Arm, as large currents may travel through
the construction and damage the electrical equipment.
The following precautions should be taken before welding
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Remove all electrical equipment wherever possible
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Disconnect the negative pole on the battery of the asphalt paver, or mount voltage
protection on the battery
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Place the negative electrode close to the welding point
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Remove paint before welding