AC Air Technology AC TRACKTECH T1X4, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual MODEL AC TRACKTECH T1X4 World s First Portable Remote Control Aircraft Tugs 95582 Rev A ...

Page 2: ...Adjusting the Tire Guide Spacers 17 2 5 Adjusting Track Tension 19 2 6 Loading the Aircraft Wheel 21 2 7 Unloading the Airplane Wheel 22 2 8 Lifting the Wheel Cradle Ramp 23 Setup A Installing Shims Permanantely 23 Setup B Installing Shims for Occasional Use 25 2 9 Charging the Tug 27 2 10 Charging the Remote Controller 28 2 11 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 29 3 Stowable Feature 31 3 1 Di...

Page 3: ...3 1 Components 1 1 Components in the Box 1 Components Tug Booster Plate Tug Charger Radio Transmitter Battery Tray Radio Charger Owners Manual Spare Parts Bag Foam Stand Part of tug shipping foam ...

Page 4: ...ents 1 Components Wheel Cradle Ramp Rear Cradle Gate Power Switch Cradle Release Lever Tug Charging Port Right Rail Track Assembly Left Rail Track Assembly Electronics Cover Electronics Mainplate Assembly Cradle Mainplate Assembly ...

Page 5: ...5 1 Components 1 3 Spare Parts Pins Spare Track Parts Links Retainer Clips Treads Track Install Tools Fuses 4 Amp Light Fuse 10 Amp Circuit Board Fuse Retainer Clip Tool ...

Page 6: ...re used to assist in the installation of new tracks This section is intended to show how the tools are used only A detailed instruction guide is provided when purchasing new tracks Refer to that instruction guide when installing new tracks When the retainer clip is properly installed into the track pin groove is should rotate freely inside of the groove ...

Page 7: ...tracks when the they are too tight making it difficult to align the pin holes Insert the track pin tools on the inside and outside adjacent pins to the missing pin hole You will need to hold these in place by hand Adjacent Pin Missing Pin Hole Track Pin Tools Adjacent Pin ...

Page 8: ...ws to lift the wheel cradle ramp away from the ground When the ground is very uneven the wheel cradle ramp may hit the ground preventing the aircraft from loading These components are located on board the tug underneath the electronics cover Rotoclip Install Tool Track Links Shims Parts Box Shim Mounting Screws with Attached Lock Washer Cradle Shim Mounting Screws Cradle Shims Rotoclip ...

Page 9: ...ility of the tug Adjust speed modes at your discretion Control Stick Latch Switch Power Indicator LED ON OFF Switch Light Switch 3 Speed Toggle Charging Indicator LED Charging Jack Lanyard Anchor 1 Switch the remote control ON The power indicator light turns on and the remote control beeps once If this does not happen check the remote control battery con nection for proper installation When the ba...

Page 10: ...ote controller is not used for a few minutes it will start beeping as a indicator that it is still in the ON position This is not an indicator of a low battery The control stick on the remote controller is very sensitive and will cause the tug to move if it is moved accidentally Turn OFF the remote controller when not in use Warning Note ...

Page 11: ...itch light will blink and there will also be a beeping sound 3 Turn on the power switch on the radio controller The power indicator LED will illumi nate green blue in color It is recommended you practice maneuvering the tug prior It is recommended you practice maneuvering the tug prior to loading the plane to loading the plane 4 It is recommended to use the radio in fast speed mode Moderate and Sl...

Page 12: ...sprockets for proper seating along the tracks If the sprock et is not properly seated it could result in damage to the track 7 Visually check tracks for wear on the treads and wear on the inner plastic surfaces Also inspect for damaged or missing retainer clips as a result of driving over small rocks Damaged treads should be replaced before operating the tug ...

Page 13: ...owest setting and extra clearance is needed position the Booster Plate on the center of the maplate between the tire guide spacers 2 To adjust the front gate remove the flat head screws from each side and slide the right and left ramp blocks to the desired position Then reinstall the flat head screws on each side Note It may be easier to remove these screws with the link locking pins removed Ramp Bl...

Page 14: ...ews with the link locking pins removed Right and Left Sliders Flat Head Screws 4 Use the cradle release lever to un latch the cradle and position the wheel cradle in the down position Adjust the connecting links to the longest length by removing the link locking pins and extending the links Then re insert the link locking pins in the link holes Wheel cradle to be in down position Connecting Links ...

Page 15: ...nd the rear tires of plane to ensure the plane does not ro back 6 Drive tug under the wheel of the plane until the wheel cradle locks in the upright position The wheel should be touching the back gate as shown Wheel touching here ...

Page 16: ...osest hole You do not want this to be too tight on the tire Do not force the adjustment pins in 8 Release the latch using the radio and back the tug out from under the plane Drive the tug back under the tire to check that the wheel cradle is set up correctly and to ensure the cradle is latching securely When releasing the latch always make sure the wheel is against the back gate If not the latch m...

Page 17: ...e Guide Spacers 2 Start Up Guide Adjustment Pin Tire Guide Spacer 1 If the tire guide spacers are in the widest position and your tire does not fit or it is too close of a fit remove the tire guide spacers and adjustment pins Widest Postion ...

Page 18: ...ire centered in the cradle The distance between the tire guide spacers should equal the width of your tire plus one inch maximum 3 Align each tire guide spacer to the nearest hole in the adjustment pin block Insert the adjustment pin in the nearest hole position to secure in place Adjusting the spacers correctly will prevent the tire from turning inside the cradle Width of your tire plus 1 max ...

Page 19: ...ollow the instruc tions below for each track 1 Remove 6 track cover screws and remove the outside plastic track cover Track Cover Screws Plastic Track Cover 2 Loosen three front rail end retainer screws It may be necessary to rotate the large sprocket to get to one of the retainer screws 3 Retainer Screws on outer Side of Rail ...

Page 20: ... should be about a 1 2 of play at the center of the track Push Rail End Forward 1 2 Up and Down Play at Center of Track 4 Tighten up all 3 retainer screws and reinstall the plastic track covers Install Plastic Track Cover Using 6 Screws 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 for the other track ...

Page 21: ...to its desired location Be cautious of the steering angle limitations of your aircraft Do not oversteer your aircraft with the tug This can cause damage to your gear 7 The circuit breaker reset buttons will trip if the tug is overloaded This will cause the tug to be unresponsive to the remote controller To reset the circuit breaker open the electronics cover and locate a two white or black button ...

Page 22: ...uts pressure on the back gate of the cradle The back gate is the gate that is closest to the latch mechanism 3 While holding a slight pressure on the back gate release the latch by holding the latch release button on the radio 4 While still holding the latch release button move the tug away from the tire 5 The front gate should go down and the airplane tire will roll out of the cradle ...

Page 23: ... loading onto the tug There are two setups depending on the whether you need the shims on permanentaly A or occasionally B 1 The cradle shims and mounting screws are located in the on board parts box under neath the electronics cover Pull to open magnetically held cover 2 8 Lifting the Wheel Cradle Ramp 2 Start Up Guide Electronics Cover Cradle Shim Mounting Screws Setup A Installing Shims Permana...

Page 24: ...from vibrating off Note the orientation of the shim with respect to the cradle front adjusting arms There should be a small gap between the cradle front adjusting arm and cradle shim as shown below Note the orientation of the shim with respect to the cradle front adjusting arm Cradle Front Adjusting Arm Small gap here ...

Page 25: ... Use 1 The shims and mounting screws with attached lock washer are located in the on board parts box underneath the electronics cover The electronics cover is held down magnetically pull the cover to open Electronics Cover Mounting Screws Shims ...

Page 26: ... to the OFF position when not needed Tighten screws to secure 3 Both left and right side shims should be engaged if in the ON position or both sides should be disengaged if in the OFF position to prevent the cradle from twisting 2 With the wheel cradle in the Up latched position install the shims onto the tug main plate threaded holes located near the loading end Two shims and one mounting screw p...

Page 27: ...2 The charging indicator LED should light up red once the charger is connected prop erly The tug will be fully charged once the charger indicator LED turns green 3 Leave the tug charging when it is not in use The charger is equipped with smart charging technology preventing the battery from overcharging Keeping the tug on its charger this will prolong the life of the battery ...

Page 28: ... the transmitter charger into a 110v AC wall socket 2 Plug the connector from the charger into the charging jack on the transmitter The charging indicator LED located on the side of the transmitter will illuminate green indicating the charger is charging Once the transmitter is fully charged the charging indicator LED will turn off 3 The charging rate of the charger is 150mAh When using the 1200mAh...

Page 29: ...s 2 Start Up Guide No Battery Access Cover Screws Back Cover 1 Before changing the remote control batteries the remote controller and tug should be turned OFF 2 Remove 2 screws on the back cover of the remote controller then remove the back cover ...

Page 30: ...able AA Lithium Ion batteries Refer to section 2 9 in the owners manual 5A Reconnect the battery to the transmitter circuit board 6A Re install back cover and screws Note A shrink wrapped battery pack can be purchused from AC Air Techology to replace the installed battery tray To use a shrink wrapped battery pack 1 Disconnect the battery tray from the transmitter circuit board 2 Connect the new sh...

Page 31: ...11 x 2 1 4 It is stored in the shipping box foam packaging 1 Lift from here 2 Slide underneath tug Foam stand should sit centered on the tug aligned to the back of the electronics main plate assembly Keep cover open Quarter turn fastener and lock pin Quarter turn fastener and lock pin Right rail track assembly Left rail track assembly 2 Open the electronics cover Locate 4 quarter turn fasteners 2 ...

Page 32: ...ck pin Turn the quarter turn fasteners 90 degrees 2 per side The quarter turn fasteners should be easy to turn once the pressure is off the lock pin Do not force the lock pins out 1 Apply pressure upwards on the bottom center of the rail track assembly 2 Turn the quarter turn fasteners 90 degrees Keep cover open 4 Repeat for the other side ...

Page 33: ... assembly by the handles Slight ly tilt the assembly forward and slide it to the right until the connection tabs are in the unlocked position 2 Slightly tilt the electronics mainplate assembly forward Keep cover open Tabs in locked position Tabs in unlocked position Slide right 1 Handle 1 Handle 3 Slide right Cradle release lever ...

Page 34: ...34 7 Lift the electronics mainplate assembly straight up Always use both handles when maneuvering the electronics mainplate assembly Lift up Note Weight per subassembly 25 lb 25 lb 25 lb 20 lb ...

Page 35: ...eel cradle and place it in down loading position Cradle mainplate assembly Wheel cradle in loading position Foam stand 3 Open the electronics cover and hold the electronics mainplate assembly over the cradle mainplate assembly using the handles Align the edges and tabs with the slots in the cradle mainplate assembly Seat the tabs into the cradle mainplate assembly slots Electronics mainplate assem...

Page 36: ...the left until the connection tabs are in the locked position Check the latch and cam for proper seating Tabs in locked position Slide left 3 Check the latch and cam Tabs in unlocked position 1 Slightly tilt the electronics mainplate assembly forward Keep cover open 2 Slide left ...

Page 37: ...or by hand 1 Align shaft teeth 3 Align the Quarter turn lock pin fasteners and receptacles 4 Apply pressure upwards on the bottom center of the rail track assembly Rail track assembly 8 Ensure the quarter turn fasteners are fully engaged The quarter turn fasteners should not rotate from their locked position when properly fastened 9 Repeat for the other side 10 After lifting the tug off of the grou...

Page 38: ...ol For technical support call or email AC Air Technology 855 884 7222 info acairtechnology com The troubleshooting guide is divided into three sections Tug Remote Controller Wheel Cradle Refer to the images and descriptions below as they are mentioned throughout the text ...

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Page 42: ... plication use modification or misuse of this product thus no liability shall be assumed or ac cepted for any resulting damage or injury By the first act of use set up or assembly the user in using the product accepts all resulting liability Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner can result in damage or injury both to the user as well as to others the product or property Th...