Autec A08LA0AM User Manual
INDEX
1 Description of the AIR series' radio remote controls .............................................................. 24
1.1 How the radio remote control works ..................................................................................... 24
1.2 Applications ........................................................................................................................... 24
1.3 Technical Data ...................................................................................................................... 24
1.4 Safety Functions ................................................................................................................... 25
1.5 Identifying the radio remote control ....................................................................................... 26
2 Conformity and frequencies ...................................................................................................... 26
2.1 Frequency band 433.040-434.790 MHz ............................................................................... 26
2.2 Frequency band 915-928 MHz ............................................................................................. 27
3 Risk assessment ........................................................................................................................ 27
3.1 Risk assessment for radio remote controlled machines ....................................................... 28
3.2 Staff training .......................................................................................................................... 28
3.3 Working conditions ................................................................................................................ 29
4 A8 transmitting unit .................................................................................................................... 30
4.1 Description of the A8 unit ...................................................................................................... 30
4.2 Operation .............................................................................................................................. 30
4.3 Warnings for use ................................................................................................................... 32
4.4 Battery AIRBM3V7L .............................................................................................................. 34
4.5 Docking station AIRDOCK01 ................................................................................................ 34
5 Receiving unit ............................................................................................................................. 35
5.1 Description of G type receiving unit ...................................................................................... 35
5.2 Description of type L receiving unit ....................................................................................... 36
5.3 Operation .............................................................................................................................. 36
5.4 Warnings for installation ........................................................................................................ 37
6 Radio remote control maintenance .......................................................................................... 39
6.1 Routine maintenance ............................................................................................................ 39
6.2 Special maintenance ............................................................................................................. 41
6.3 Malfunctions .......................................................................................................................... 41
7 Machine maintenance ................................................................................................................ 43
8 Disposal ....................................................................................................................................... 43
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CAPTION
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to a hazardous situation for people and property.
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on Autec's website.
The documentation must be kept for the whole life of the radio remote control: after
reading it, keep it on hand for future reference.
Contact Autec if any of the instructions and/or warnings provided in this document
are not clear. No part of this document may be reproduced, in any form or by any
means, without written permission of Autec (including recording and photocopying).
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24 Description of the AIR series' radio remote controls
How the radio remote control works
1 Description of the AIR series' radio remote controls
1.1 How the radio remote control works
Industrial radio remote controls are used to control machines from a distance, without physical connection between the user and the machine (i.e. wires or connecting cables). They
consist of a portable transmitting unit, from which the user remotely controls the machine,
and a receiving unit installed on board the machine itself.
The two units constantly communicate with one another through a radio link. They automatically search for a free working frequency.
The two units use messages coded through an address that is unique (produced by Autec
only once) and univocal (specific for each radio remote control).
1.2 Applications
AIR series' radio remote controls can be installed on hoisting and material handling machines
(i.e. overhead cranes).
As required by standards ISO 12100 and ISO 14212, risk assessment must be carried out
for each machine (see chapter 3). The radio remote control can only be used if this assessment gives positive results. However, this radio remote control cannot be installed:
- on machines installed in places where equipment with explosion-proof characteristics is required
- on machines for moving, raising and transporting people.
- on machines that may generate dangerous situations if they stop due to the loss of radio
link
1.3 Technical Data
Command response time (typical)..............................................................................100 ms
Working range (typical) ..................................................................................................50 m
Stop time (typical)...................................................................................................... 100 ms
Max. stop response time ............................................................................................... 0.5 s
Performance Level of safety functions according to EN ISO 13849-1:
Stop protection .............................................................................................................. PLd
Protection against unintended movements from the standstill position (UMFS) .......... PL c
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Safety Functions
Transportation
Storage
Use
Radio
remote control
Radio
remote control
Transmitting unit
Receiving unit
Temperature
Class 2K4
-40°C to +70°C
(-40°F to +158°F)
Class 1K5
-40°C to +70°C
(-40°F to +158°F)
Class 4K4H
-20°C to +55°C
(-4°F to +130°F)
Class 4K4H
-20°C to +70°C
(-4°F to +158°F)
Relative
Humidity
Class 2K4
95%
Class 1K3
5% to 95%
Class 4K4H
4% to 100%
Class 4K4H
4% to 100%
Air Pressure
Class 2K4
70 kPa to 106 kPa
Class 1K5
70 kPa to 106 kPa
Class 4K4H
70 kPa to 106 kPa
Class 4K4H
70 kPa to 106 kPa
A8 transmitting unit
Power supply (battery AIRBM3V7L) ................................................................ Li-ion 3.7 V
Antenna..................................................................................................................... internal
Housing material ............................................................................................ PA 6 (20% fg)
Protection degree............................................................................................................IP65
Dimensions ...................................................... 64.5 x 179 x 37.5 mm (25.5 x 70.5 x 15 In)
Weight .......................................................................................................... 250 g (0.55 Lb)
Run time (at 20°C / 68°F) .............................................................................................. 40 h
Receiving unit
Power supply .............................................................. 45 - 240 V~ (max 40 - 264 V~ 0.4 A)
optional for type G receiving unit ............................... 12 - 24 V (max 9 - 30 V 1 A)
Antenna..................................................................................................................... internal
STOP contact rated current ...............................................................................4 A (250 V~)
SAFETY contact rated current ...........................................................................4 A (250 V~)
Command contact rated current.........................................................................6 A (250 V~)
Housing material ............................................................................................ PA 6 (20% fg)
Protection degree............................................................................................................IP65
Dimensions .......................................................... 123 x 202 x 83 mm (48.5 x 79.5 x 33 In)
Weight ........................................................................................................... 1.2 kg (2.7 Lb)
1.4 Safety Functions
Autec radio remote controls are equipped with some functions that provide high safety levels,
in order to safeguard the safety of people and property.
1.4.1 Stop
The stop function brings the machine to a safe state every time it is necessary to stop it due
to a potentially hazardous situation. Depending on the situation, this function can either be
deliberately activated by the operator through the STOP pushbutton, or it is automatically ac-
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tivated when the radio link is incorrect or interrupted (the receiving unit autonomously stops
the radio remote control).
1.4.2 Protection against unintended movements from the standstill position (UMFS)
This safety function protects the system “machine+radio remote control” from unintended
movements, namely machine movements not activated intentionally by the user, but resulting from possible electrical and mechanical failure of the radio remote control.
Such safety function checks the neutral (rest) position of pushbuttons controlling the machine's movements. Each time one of those pushbuttons is operated, the transmitting unit
sends both the movement command and the SAFETY command.
Identifying the radio remote control
1.5 Identifying the radio remote control
As required by standard IEC 60204-32 , each radio remote control is uniquely identified
through a serial number (S/N).
The S/N is provided in the identification plate in the two units.
2 Conformity and frequencies
2.1 Frequency band 433.040-434.790 MHz
2.1.1 Conformity
Each AIR series' radio remote control working in the frequency band 433.040-434.790 MHz
complies with the (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC and its essential requirements.
Each radio remote control is also in conformity with the harmonised standards provided in
the EC Declaration of Conformity.
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You can find the EC Declaration of Conformity in the specific section of Autec website,
under “After Sales Service”.
2.1.2 Frequencies
The radio link between the units of Autec AIR series radio remote controls is built at one of
the frequencies permitted by the European standards in force when the system is put on the
market.
Frequencies used in the frequency band 433.040-434.790 MHz...................................... 64
RF power................................................................................................................... <1 mW
Channel spacing........................................................................................................ 25 kHz
2.1.3 Market
Air series' radio remote controls working in the frequency band 433.040-434.790 MHz can
be used within the EU (European Union) and the EFTA (European Free Trade Association).
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Frequency band 915-928 MHz
2.2 Frequency band 915-928 MHz
2.2.1 Conformity
Each AIR series' radio remote control working in the frequency band 915-928 MHz complies
with the essential requirements of the following regulations:
- FCC (Federal Communication Commission) Part 15
- IC (Industry Canada) RSS-102
Unit FCC ID IC number
A8 OQA-A08LA0AM 9061A-A08LA0AM
Receiving unit G OQA-RGAAA00M 9061A-RGAAA00M
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2.2.2 Frequencies
The radio link between the units of Autec AIR series radio remote controls is built at one of
the frequencies permitted by the US and Canadian standards in force when the system is put
on the market.
Frequencies used in the frequency band 915-928 MHz ................................................. 256
RF power............................................................... complies with FCC and IC requirements
Channel spacing ........................................................................................................ 50 kHz
2.2.3 Market
Air series' radio remote controls working in the frequency band 915-928 MHz can be used in
the US and Canadian markets.
3 Risk assessment
Always evaluate whether the machine can be radio remote controlled. In fact, as required by
technical standards specific to the market where the system “machine+radio remote control”
is used, each machine must undergo risk assessment and risk analysis.
The radio remote control can only be installed if this assessment gives positive results.
The machine manufacturer and/or the person who decides upon radio remote
control installation and use is responsible for this risk assessment.
Autec cannot be held responsible if this assessment has not been carried out correctly or is incomplete.
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Risk assessment for radio remote controlled machines
If required by the risk assessment, draw up protection measures to prevent, reduce and report potential hazard situations.
3.1 Risk assessment for radio remote controlled machines
When carrying out risk assessment for the machine or for the system where the radio remote
control is installed, the following must be considered:
- some machines cannot be radio remote controlled: check for forbidden applications (see
paragraph 1.2)
- the radio link between the two units may be interrupted due to persistent disturbance or
interference.
- all warnings related to installation, use and maintenance provided by Autec must be taken
into account
3.1.1 Aspects related to radio link
Whenever the radio link is interrupted (i.e. stop, low battery, automatic switch off, receiving
unit not powered):
- all outputs in the receiving unit are disabled: if this generates a hazardous situation, the
corresponding commands on the machine must be kept active
- it is not possible to enable or disable the machine commands until the radio remote control
is started up again.
3.1.2 Delay in command response time
Due to the characteristics of radio propagation (i.e.: EM interference, out-of-working-range
condition), a delay up to the "Maximum stop time" may occasionally occur from the moment
a command in the transmitting unit is released to the moment its corresponding output in the
receiving unit is deactivated.
Those who decide upon the installation of the radio remote control must make sure that this
delay never leads to a dangerous situation in the specific uses.
3.1.3 Protection from unintended activation
The transmitting unit housing is manufactured so that it protects the actuators from unintentional activation, while meeting at the same time the operating needs, the comfort requirements and law limits.
Assessment shall be made to establish possible additional protection measures for the actuators (i.e. commands requiring two-hand operation, “dead-man” function) if particular environments, equipment and working modes could cause accidental bumps to the actuators.
3.2 Staff training
All installation, usage and maintenance operations must be carried out by qualified technicians who are suitably trained with respect to:
- warnings resulting from risk assessment
- regulations and reference laws
- instructions and warnings provided in the documents related to the industrial radio remote
control and to the radio remote controlled machine
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Working conditions
- instructions provided by those who install the radio remote control on the machine and by
the person in charge for workplace safety where the system machine+radio remote control
is used
3.3 Working conditions
To guarantee correct radio remote control operation, all current regulations regarding safety
at work and accident prevention should be respected. All applicable standards and regulations valid in the user country regarding the use of both the machine and the radio remote
control must always be respected.
Autec cannot be held responsible if the radio remote control is used in unlawful working conditions.
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