General Operating Manual

HETRONIC Germany GmbH

Adalbert-Stifter-Straße 2
84085 Langquaid
Tel.: +49 (0) 9452 189-0
Fax.: +49 (0) 9452 189-201

© 2010 HETRONIC Germany GmbH hetronic.de

Congratulations on purchasing this high quality safety radio remote control system from HETRONIC.
You have selected a quality product from one of the leading manufacturers of safety radio remote
control systems and therefore you can be fully confident that it reflects state-of-the-art technology.

HETRONIC Germany GmbH

Adalbert-Stifter-Straße 2
D-84085 Langquaid
Tel. : +49 (0)9452/189-0
Fax. : +49 (0)9452/189-201
Web Site: http://www.hetronic.de
E-Mail: [email protected]

Original Operating Manual Version 1

Subject to technical changes without prior notice

Author: HETRONIC Germany GmbH

 Table of contents

Page Page
1. Introduction 4 8. Battery charger and
1.1 The operating manual rechargeable batteries 11
1.2 How to use this manual 8.1 Replacing and charging rechargeable
1.3 Production and system numbers batteries
1.4 Copyright 8.2 Display and error messages of the battery

9. Battery handling 12
2. Safety precautions 5
9.1 Replacing alcaline batteries
2.1 Safety of this radio remote control system (Size AA – round cell)
2.2 Safety information 9.2 Battery replacement for type Pocket
2.3 Authorized operators 9.3 Battery replacement for type Hand Held
2.4 Sources of risk 9.4 HETRONIC battery compartment
2.5 Safety precautions in the working area
2.6 Protection devices
2.7 What to do in an emergency 10. Diagnostics 13

3. Protection devices 6 11. Technical Data 15

3.1 Transmitter 11.1 System
3.2 Receiver 11.2 Transmitter
3.3 System 11.3 Receiver
11.4 Rechargeable batteries and battery charger
11.5 Standard options
4. Installation 7 11.6 General

4.1 Positioning of the receiver unit

4.2 Installation of the output wiring
12. Maintenance, Guarantee, Disposal 16
4.3 Correct installation of the receiver unit
12.1 Maintenance
12.2 Guarantee and warranty
12.3 Disposal
5. Checkup before operation 8 12.4 Information about complaints report
5.1 Notice for operation 12.5 Qualified persons according to the Ordinance
5.2 Visual checkup on Industrial Safety and Health
5.3 Before operation
5.4 Functional test of the stop button for
transmitters with key switch 13. Complaints report 17

6. Startup procedure 9 14. Abbreviations and Definitions 18

6.1 Startup procedure for 14.1 Abbreviations
transmitters without key switch 14.2 Definitions
6.2 Startup procedure for
transmitters with key switch
6.3 Receiver status display 15. Declaration of conformity 19

16. Installation and safety test

7. Operation of MFS and declaration 19
HL systems 10
7.1 MFS transmission technology
(Multi Frequency Sharing)
7.2 H-Link
 1. Introduction

1.1 The operating manual

Read the manual of all system components carefully and completely before operating the system. The content will
make yourself familiar with the safety instructions and the controls during standard operation and maintenance. Keep
the manual in a place where the operator can access it at any time.

1.2 How to use this manual

• This manual is part of the product.
• This manual has to be retained as long as the system is operated.
• This manual has to be passed on to every future owner or user of the system.
• Please assure, that each available appendix is attached to the manual.

1.3 Production and system numbers

When you contact your dealer or HETRONIC for repair work, maintenance or spare parts, please keep the system
numbers of the transmitter and the receiver ready. You will find the numbers on the type label on the outside of the
transmitter and receiver housing.

Type plate – Labeling and meaning

1. Approvals
2. Transmitter and receiver type
3. Frequency and RF type
4. Production number
5. System number

Explanation for item 5. system number

1 Each system number is made up of 11 digits. Below you will
find the meaning of the particular digits from left to right:
Type: RF-Band.

2 3 10509178000
Production-No:

4 1. Country indicator
System-No: 05 Month of production
5 09 Year of production
178000 System number

1.4 Copyright
All rights are reserved. Copying, reshaping, recording on electronic media and translating into other languages is only
allowed with the written permission of HETRONIC Germany GmbH.
Subject to technical change without prior notice.
HETRONIC Germany GmbH reserves the right to change, improve or phase out the products anytime without
public notice or obligation. HETRONIC Germany does not accept liability claims for material damage, personal injury
or death, which result from the use of unlicensed spare parts or unauthorized service.

Please notice the attached drawings!

The drawings will show the specific version of your radio remote control.

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2. Safety precautions

2.1 Safety of this radio remote control system

This radio remote control system is equipped with both, electronic and mechanical protection devices. Control commands
from other transmitters cannot be processed, as all information from the transmitter and the receiver is encoded.

2.2 Safety information

Using a radio remote control system allows the operator for more mobility in his working area and increased precision.
However, the user and the maintenance staff always have to be attentive, in order to access all these advantages. The
operator always has to keep an eye on the machine running, as this is necessary to assure a proper and safe
operation of the radio remote control system.

2.3 Authorized operators have to be instructed according to the industrial safety regulations!

Always check the operating instructions of your machine, to receive more important information!
The operator has to assure that unauthorized persons cannot operate the transmitter. For this, he has to turn off
the key switch, remove the key or the rechargeable battery and store the transmitter in a lockable location. This is
the only way to prevent undesired use or misuse by unauthorized persons. The operator must have access to all
operating instructions, which are neccessary for the proper operation of the machine to be controlled. If the system is not
used by the buyer himself, if it was lent, rented or sold, please provide this operating manual and the required safety
instructions before operation.
Before operating this radio remote control, the operator has to read and completely understand all instructions
of every chapter of this manual.

2.4 Sources of risk

The system is designed for permitting machines to be controlled by radio remote control. However, control commands
are also transmitted outside your range of vision and through or around obstacles.
Therefore:
• Switch the transmitter off and pull the key from the key switch, if it is not in use.
• Remove the rechargeable battery, if your transmitter does not have a key switch.
• The protection devices may not be modified or removed.

2.5 Safety precautions in the working area

Make sure, that there are no risks for the operator within the working area of the radio remote control. Ensure, that there
are no obstacles in the working area and that dangerous situations, affecting the operational safety, are avoided.
Make sure, you position yourself securely. Before each use of the radio remote control system, ensure, that nobody
is within the working area or the swiveling range of your load. If a carrying strap is provided for your transmitter, this has
to be used.

2.6 Protection devices

All industrial HETRONIC radio remote control systems are equipped with an emergency stop button, located on the
control panel of the transmitter.
The radio remote control system is provided with protection devices, which are activated automatically in the following cases:
• Radio interference within the working area, affecting the frequency range of the HETRONIC radio remote control.
• Exceeding the range of the transmitter.
In these cases, the radio remote control will be stopped immediately and the output signals of the receiver are interrupted.

2.7 What to do in an emergency

1 Press the red stop button. 2 Turn the key switch to position „OFF“.
3 Wait until the machine has stopped. 4 Proceed as instructed in the operating manual for your machine.

Unlock stop button by Push-pull- Momentary

turning clockwise stop stop

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 3. Protection devices

3.1 Transmitter
Key switch:
Almost all of the transmitters are equipped with a key switch. This key enables the operator to switch off the transmitter,
when it is not operated. Furthermore, the key switch prevents undesired use or misuse by third parties and is a helpful
device in case of maintenance work on the machine.
Self test:
After turning the key switch, the system performs a self test. 2 accoustic signals will confirm a positive test result. When
the green LED is flashing the transmitter is ready for operation.
Button „start/horn“ – Neutral position :
After the self test, the transmitter has to be started by pushing the start/horn button. This will activate the receiver. All
control functions have to be in neutral position, in order to start the system. If one of the control functions is activated,
the system cannot be started. This protective measurement ensures that machine motions cannot be activated
accidentally. You cannot skip the start button by destructing it or shuting it down. If the start button is pushed during the
self test, the system will not start.
Stop button:
The transmitters are equipped with a tamper-proof stop button. The stop signal is transmitted as a normally open contact
and a normally closed contact at the same time. Furthermore the stop button status is monitored during the self test when
the system is started. If the stop button is activated during the startup procedure, the system will not operate. The stop
button is the most important protection device of the radio remote control. It ensures that the operator can immediately
stop the machine during operation.
Battery monitoring:
The transmitter´s electronics permanently monitors the battery state. If the battery voltage is low, an optical or accoustical
signal will alert the operator for about 30 seconds. Afterwards the transmitter automatically sends out a stop signal and
brings the machine into a safe state. Please note that an advanced low voltage recognition (approx. 10 minutes)
is also available.
Mechanical construction:
A mechanical guard on the transmitter protects the buttons and joysticks from shocks and dropping. The lightweight,
fiber-reinforced PC transmitter housing meets the requirements of daily operation.

3.2 Receiver
Self test:
The software runs a self test after the receiver is energized. If the self test is negative, the receiver will not start and
remain in a safe state.
Emergency stop circuit:
The receiver includes a specific emergency stop circuit. Due to the redundant design it functions self-monitoring.

STOP:
When the receiver receives the emergency stop signal from the transmitter:
- the internal power supply to the output modules will shut down.
- a fail-safe, self-monitoring emergency stop output relay will be activated.
- the response time is 450 ms.

Power supply:
The receiver has its own electronic power supply, which energizes all receiver modules.

3.3 System
System number:
Each radio remote control has its own address. It ensures that only the designated transmitter can activate the
corresponding receiver.
Radio interference:
In case of radio interference, the system will switch into a safe mode.
Software:
After the turn-on procedure, the software of the system performs a system test, where all safety devices are checked.

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4. Installation

4.1 Positioning of the receiver unit

When mounting the receiver, ensure that the antenna has maximum radio reception, in order to have a radio remote
control that functions properly. Metal parts of the machine to be controlled in the immediate vicinity of the receiver
unit avoid a proper radio reception. If the receiver is to be installed inside a metal housing or in a shielded area, an
appropriate extension and an adequate antenna have to be used in order to achieve a suitable operating range. Contact
HETRONIC to get more detailed information.
Furthermore the receiver has to be mounted in a safe and easily accessible place, in order to facilitate
future installation and maintenance work. Install the receiver unit with the cable connections downwards.
If the receiver is to be installed on a vehicle or on a mobile machine, you should equip the receiver with rubber buffers,
which prevent the transmission of heavy vibrations from the machine to the receiver. If these rubber buffers are not
standard part of your radio remote control system, you may obtain them from your HETRONIC dealer directly.

ATTENTION!
• The installation of the receiver unit on the electric system of the machine may only be performed by a
qualified person, familiar with the electrical circuitry of the machine and the technical features of the radio
remote control.
• Both, the transmitter and the receiver have to be powered down during installation work.
• All instructions, concerning the health of persons within the immediate vicinity of installation,
all valid local regulations and fire regulations have to be observed strictly.
• HETRONIC will not accept liability or provide a guarantee in the event of personal injury or damage to
property, resulting from improper or negligent use of the radio remote control or non-compliance with the
regulations or instructions.

4.2 Installation of the output wiring

Switch the power supply of the machine off before attaching the voltage supply of the receiver.

Charge a qualified technician with the wiring. Improper wiring may cause serious system damage and may void your
guarantee. The output wiring has to be installed according to the connection diagram of the machine and the radio
remote control. Only use contacts of good quality, to ensure a proper electric contact. You will find detailed information
about the receiver wiring inside the front covering of the receiver.
The power supply and the ground wire are extremely important. They have to be connected to fail-safe electrical
connections.

4.3 Correct installation of the receiver unit

(See drawings below)
When mounting the receiver unit ensure that no big metal surfaces shield the external antenna.

Drawing of the
reception range
Radio signal

Antenna

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 5. Checkup before operation

5.1 Notice for operation

Have you read and understood the operating manual, in particular section 2 „Safety precautions“ and section 3 „
Protection device“? Please do not use the device until you have done so!

5.2 Visual checkup

ATTENTION!
Always check the transmitter for damages each time before use!
• Are all protection devices present and fully functional?
• Are there any broken parts?
• Are the rubber sleeves and the pushbutton caps in good order? (transmitter)
• Are all connectors and cables in good order? (receiver)

ATTENTION!
Never operate a radio remote control, that shows any kind of defects! All defects have to be repaired by a
qualified technician before operation is started!

5.3 Before operation

• Make sure, the system has been installed completely.
• Make yourself familiar with all safety precautions of the operating manual.
• Notice all safety precautions of the operating manual and check the control functions and the operation of machine
and radio remote control.
• If the transmitter is not operated, turn it off and store it in a safe place, inaccessible for unauthorized persons.
• Always check that the stop function of the machine and the radio remote control work perfectly.
• If the machine does not respond correctly, immediately stop operation. Turn off the transmitter and remove the
batteries. Immediately contact a qualified person.
• Remove the batteries of the transmitter and disconnect the power supply of the receiver before any maintenance
work is done.
• For transistor receivers you have to install suppressor elements.
• If you are using rechargeable batteries, make sure that there is always one battery in the charger, and that the
charger is always connected to a permanent power supply.
• Installation, adjustment and maintenance may only be performed by authorized technicians.
• Only use genuine Hetronic spare parts.

ATTENTION!
In case of problems, turn off the machine immediately. Never operate a machine if the ermergency stop does
not operate properly. In case of disregarding this rule there is risk of personal injury or collateral damage.
Performing work steps not complying with this operating manual may lead to the loss of your operating license
and result in the expiration of your guarantee!

5.4 Functional test of the stop button for transmitters with key switch
ATTENTION!
Check the emergency stop button each time before operating the radio remote control system!
• Make sure, that the transmitter is either operated with completely charged Hetronic batteries or alcaline batteries.
• Put the key into the key switch on the transmitter.
• Turn the key from position „0“ to „1“. Wait until the green LED starts flashing continuously.
• Now check if the stop button is working properly. Proceed as follows:
(1) Push the stop button on the transmitter.
(2) Watch the flashing of the green LED.
(3) If stop button is activated = fast flashing
(4) If stop button is released = standard flashing

• If the stop button works properly – you may start the system.
• If the stop button does not work properly, the system has to be checked by a qualified person.
• Now your radio remote control is ready for operation. Activate any of the functions using the transmitter and check
if the machine operation immediately stops if the function is released.

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6. Startup procedure

6.1 Startup procedure for transmitters without key switch

1. Insert a battery or rechargeable battery
2. The transmitter will be started by activating one of the function buttons
3. The green LED has to flash
4. If the function button is released, the motion will be stopped
5. If the red LED is flashing, the battery or the rechargeable battery has to be changed (Low voltage test optionally).

Pocket Hand Held

6.2 Startup procedure for transmitters with key switch

1. The key switch is used to start the transmitter
2. After the startup procedure, you should hear 2 short acoustic signals (exception ERGO)
3. After this self test, the green LED on the transmitter starts flashing
4. The stop button has to be checked every day (see section 5.4.)
5. Press the green start button in order to start the system. The layout of your transmitter may differ from the pictures
below. Please refer to your drawings for information about the function of the buttons.
6. Attention: Control functions which are not in neutral position prevent the startup!

Green start button Red stop button

and key switch

6.3 Receiver status display

1. Compact version with vision panel
The LED Display is on the right side of the housing.
2. Compact version without vision panel
The LEDs are only visible when receiver lid opened.
3. Modular Version
There are 3 LEDs on both the decoder and the emergency stop decoder

LED explanation
Yellow = Operation
Green = Radio link
Red = Failure
Yellow = Normal (stop condition) 3

1 2

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 7. Operation of MFS and HL systems

7.1 MFS transmission technology (Multi Frequency Sharing)

Pocket, Hand Held and Ergo are also available as MFSHL versions. MFS technology allows the operation of serveral
systems with the same frequency in the immediate vicinity.

Transmitter: ERGO-MFS-HL Pocket-MFS-HL HandHeld-MFS-HL

Receiver: RX/AC 8 und 16 MFS-HL RX/DC 8 und 16 MFS-HL

Transmitter Red LED Green LED Receiver Red LED Green LED Buzzer
Low voltage On flashing Failure
main contact On Off Off
Transmitter failure On On
Transmitter normal On flashing Receiver
Off Off Sounding
activated
Emergency stop
flashing On
transmitter Receiving Off flashing Off

7.2 H-Link
H-Link is a technology, which enables the operator to access the configuration of a HETRONIC radio remote control
system, without opening it! The wiring and assignment is replaced by a wireless data exchange between HETRONIC
systems and an H-Link configurator.
Via H-Link you may set functions as system address, transmitter frequency channel, automatic shutdown, interlocking,
output adjustment and many more. Refer to the Ergo F operating manual to get more information. After the initial
programming by HETRONIC, you can set the frequency channel for transmitter type ERGO F without using H-Link.

H-Link
programming interface
Si RX types H-Link
gn
al

ERGO F

POCKET PC with H-Link card

Serial programming interface

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8. Battery charger and rechargeable batteries

8.1 Replacing and charging rechargeable batteries

The batteries have to be fully charged before startup!
Place the charger in a clean and dry location. Connect the charger, depending on the type, to a permanent power supply.
Insert the empty battery into the charger and the charging process will start automatically.
The display of the charger is described in section 8.2!
The charging time is approx. 2 – 4 hours (depending on battery type). Ready: (green) LED has to flash.
Battery chargers of HETRONIC are equipped with a charging state recognition. When the batteries are completely
charged, the battery charger automatically switches over to conservation charging.

TIP!
In order to avoid down times, we recommend to always have a fully charged battery pack ready.

With Hand Held systems, using a charger of the type VersaPak (fig 1), the battery may not be charged longer than
24 hours, in order to avoid damages to the VersaPak batteries and the charger. This applies only for VersaPak batteries.
Assign a specialist disposal company with the recycling and disposal!

8.2 Display and error messages of the battery charger (Picture 2 and Picture 3)
LED-Display of the battery charger
• Charging process is running: yellow LED[1] flashing
• Fast charging: yellow [1] and red [2] LED flashing,
after activation of the fast charge button [2] 1
• Charging process completed: green LED flashing [3],
conservation charging is running 2
Error messages of the battery charger
• No LED is flashing: rechargeable battery is damaged 3
• Yellow LED [1] is blinking: short circuit in the battery block

In both cases the battery may no longer be used!

ATTENTION!
Only use genuine HETRONIC batteries! Not doing so introduces the risk of explosion. Emitted chemicals and
flying parts may cause irreparable damages.

HINT!
Rechargeable battery packs are to be treated as hazardous waste and have to be disposed of properly.
Defective rechargeable battery packs can also be disposed of directly through HETRONIC.

Battery charger types:

Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3

Versa Pak HETRONIC HETRONIC
Charger charger charger
with battery 3,6V with battery 9,6V

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 9. Battery handling

9.1 Replacing alcaline batteries (Size AA – round cell)

• The battery voltage is constantly monitored by the transmitter. If the voltage is low, the red LED on the transmitter
starts flashing and according to the type you will also hear an acoustic signal. Replace the batteries immediately.
Proceed as follows:
• Bring the crane or the machine to a safe state as quickly as possible.
• Push the stop button on the transmitter.
• Remove the empty batteries as shown on the following pictures.
• Follow the instructions in section 6 „Startup procedure“ to restart the system.

9.2 Battery replacement for type Pocket (Pict. 1 and 2)

• Open the battery compartment on the lower side of the transmitter by pulling the cover off (see picture 1).
• Remove the 3 empty batteries.
• Insert 3 new 1,5V round cells into the marked compartment. (see picture 2)
• Close the battery compartment with the cover.

Pict. 1 Pict. 2

9.3 Battery replacement for type Hand Held (Pict. 3 – 6)

• Push the lever at the end of the battery compartment, until the battery tube or the rechargeable battery releases
(pict. 3 – 5).
• Remove the 2 empty batteries (pict. 6).
• Insert 2 new 1,5V round cells into the battery tube. (pict. 6).
• Insert the battery tube with the open side forwards into the battery compartment of the transmitter.
• Press the battery tube into the compartment until it fully locks into place.

Pict. 3 Pict. 4 Pict. 5 Pict. 6

9.4 HETRONIC battery compartment (Pict. 7)

• Proceed as described in section 8 „Battery charger and rechargeable batteries”, to remove the battery compartment.
• Please note the polarity of the batteries +/-.

Pict. 7

ATTENTION!
Only use alcaline batteries!
Alcaline batteries may not be charged in the battery charger!

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10. Diagnostics

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Charge the batteries or replace the

The battery is empty.
alcaline batteries.

The transmitter does not respond The fuse has to be replaced by an

The fuse is blown.
when it is switched on. authorized expert.

The key switch has to be replaced

The key switch is broken.
by an authorized expert.

Please clean the battery contacts

The battery contacts are soiled.
using a cloth.
The batteries are fully charged
but the transmitter does not
respond.
The spring contacts of the battery The spring contacts have to be
compartment are broken. replaced by an authorized expert.

The range has been exceeded. Move towards the receiver.

A radio remote control with the

Communication failure between The RF settings have to be adjusted
same frequency is operated in close
transmitter and receiver. by an authorized expert.
proximity.

Please change the position of the

There is an object between transmitter or modify the antenna
transmitter and receiver. position by using an antenna
extension.

Charge the battery and insert a fully

The operation time is short. The battery is empty.
charged battery into the transmitter.

Do you have any questions?

Please contact your dealer or our HETRONIC
service team. We are pleased to help you.
Tel. 09452/189-0

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10. Diagnostics

Problem Possible cause Solution

Perhaps there are some cables

The connection between the
loose. Check the receiver wiring
machine and the receiver
on the respective function for
is broken.
The radio signal is good, but some loose wires.
of the activated functions do
not work. Check if there is a LED flashing
The output module of the receiver on the receiver output module
defective. when the respective function
is activated.

The stop button is engaged or Release the stop button. Activate

broken. the start/horn switch.

A joystick is not in Ensure that all joysticks are in

neutral position. neutral position.

The system does not start after The battery of the transmitter Check the batteries and replace
standard startup. is empty. if neccessary.

The yellow LED (diagnostic display)

The receiver is currentless.
has to flash. Check the fuses.

The start button is broken. Replace the start switch.

Do you have any questions?

Please contact your dealer or our HETRONIC
service team. We are pleased to help you.
Tel. 09452/189-0

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11. Technical Data

11.1 System
Frequency range: 400 – 470 MHz, Europe 433/434 MHz and 869 MHz
RF synthesizer: Microprocessor-controlled PLL synthesizer with 32 selectable frequencies
RF-output: <10mW standard, increased transmitting power available on demand, certified for frequency
ranges subject to approval and freely assignable frequency ranges in over 40 states.
Modulation: FM – narrow bandwidth
Bandwidth: 12,5kHz / 25kHz, according to the system
Range: approx. 100 meters with standard antenna, approx. 200 meters with special antenna
Addressing: 20-bit (more than 1 million different possibilities)
Temperature range: -25°C up to +70°C (-18°F up to 160°F)
Resistance to moisture: 0-97% max. (non-condensing)
Response time: approx. 450 ms
Baud rate: 2400/4800/9600 bps
Diagnosis: Status displays for RF communication, operating voltage displays for transmitter and receiver,
low battery indication
Certificates: CE, TÜV, ISO 9001 and many more
Control function: Performance Level »c« according to EN ISO 13849-1:2006 (depending on the technical version)
Stop function: Performance Level »d« according to EN ISO 13849-1:2006 (depending on the technical version)

11.2 Transmitter
Type: Ergonomically designed housing
Housing material: Fiberenforced polyamid with glass fibre rate, according to the transmitter type,
other materials available on demand
Protection type: IP65
Antenna: Internal
Battery housing: Electrically seperated, with gold-plated, self-cleaning contacts
Operating time: 14 – 20 hours standard, depending on the system
Pushbuttons: single or double stage
Joysticks: All joysticks with automatic reset function, multiple-steps and proportional,
deadman button optional, moisture repellent and ergonomically designed
11.3 Receiver
Housing material: Fiberenforced polyamid with 30 % glass fibre rate, according to receiver type, other materials
available on demand
Connection: Via moisture repellent connecting plug
Protection type: IP65
Operating voltage: 12/24 VDC, 48/115/230 VAC
Current consumption: <0,8 A, type dependant
Antenna: external antenna, with moisture repellent connection, partly internal
Digital outputs: Fail-safe and self-monitoring emergency stop circuit, all relay outputs 275VAC/8A
Prop. resolution: 8 Bit (256 steps per function), built-in ramp function selectable
Prop. outputs: PWM signal with selectable dither frequency and current range, linear output voltage, setting
of proportional functions via the transmitter (Quick set) or via potentiometer, multiple speed
ranges selectable, all proportional functions may be set with initial and final speeds
Serial interfaces: RS232/485, CAN-Open, Profi-Bus-DP
Protection against
energy recovery: The protection of the proportional outputs is included in the cable by default.If the
cable is made by the customer himself, he has to assure that this protection is available.

11.4 Rechargeable batteries and battery charger

Operating voltage: 10 - 30 VDC or 90-270 VAC
Charging time: approx. <4 hours
Service life: approx. 900 charges
Type: NiMH
Capacity: 1200mAh
Contacts: Gold-plated, self-cleaning contacts
11.5 Standard options
Proportional or digital feedback with or without display, 30°/45° inclination sensor switch with configurable time delay in
transmitter, deadman joystick, interlocking of individual functions, mechanical deadman, optic or accoustic low voltage
indication 10 minutes in advance, one transmitter for multiple receivers, tandem operation, spare transmitter, radio
remote controls for explosion-protected areas
11.6 General
Radio remote controls, labeled with the CE sign are approved and notified in the following countries: Germany, Austria,
! Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Norway, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal,
Spain, Sweden, Great Britain, Iceland, Estonia.

ATTENTION!
The use of the CS434 RF module is not subject to registration or payment of a fee. Never operate the transmitter
without an antenna, as this may destroy the RF module. The frequency is preset by Hetronic in the factory. In
case of radio link problems with your system, please contact your dealer or the HETRONIC after sales service.
You will find the telephone number on the cover page of this operating manual.

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12. Maintenance, Guarantee, Disposal

12.1 Maintenance
In order to always have a safe radio remote control please note the following information:
Each radio remote control has to be inspected on a regular basis, at least once a year. The maintenance staff has to ensure that
power to the transmitter and the receiver is shut off during maintenance and inspection work. A preventive maintenance by the
operator on a regular basis will make for an extended service life.

Installation, adjustment and service work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
Possible repairs may only be performed in service stations that are authorized or recommended by HETRONIC or directly in
HETRONIC’s service and spare parts department.
The use of non original spare parts or the assignment of unauthorized personnel will immediately void your guarantee.

ATTENTION!
In case of oxidized electric contacts, do not use antioxidant or similar! Please contact your HETRONIC dealer for the
immediate replacement of the affected parts. The use of chemical agents will cause damage on the internal compo-
nents of the radio remote control.

12.2 Guarantee and warranty

You will find the terms of guarantee in our general terms and conditions.

12.3 Disposal
Avoid the pollution of the environment! Electronic devices and their components are hazardous waste!
This applies particularly to rechargeable battery packs! Charge a specialist disposal company with the
recycling and disposal! Defective rechargeable battery packs may also be disposed of directly through
HETRONIC!

12.4 Information about complaints report (page 17)

ATTENTION!
In order to handle your complaint correctly, the fields, marked with “Kunde/ customer”, have to be filled in completely.
Please specify the invoice or the delivery note number, so that your complaint can be handled as quickly as possible.

12.5 Qualified Persons according to the Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health
Please note that operation, maintenance and repair work may only be performed by qualified persons according to the ordinance
on industrial safety and health, with an adequate professional education, work experience and contemporary occupational activity.

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 Hetronic Deutschland GmbH Reklamationsbericht/ Complaints report
Adalbert-Stifter-Str. 2 HETRONIC Germany GmbH • Adalbert-Stifter-Str.2 • D-84085 Langquaid
Germany Kunde/ Customer
D-84085 Langquaid Kunde/ Customer Bearb.-Nr.,LS-Nr.,Re-Nr. Hetronic/ Datum/ Date Sachbearbeiter/ Contact
Treatment No.,Delivery No., Invoice No. Hetr.
www.hetronic.com
Tel.: +49(0)9452/189-531 or 621
Fax.: +49(0)9452/189-281

Hetronic
Hinweis! Laut AGB vom 01.01.08 werden Eingangsnummer/ Incomming No. Kn.-Nr./ Cu-No Datum/ Date Sachbearbeiter/ Contact
keine Garantieabwicklungen ohne
System-Nr., Lieferschein-Nr. und
Rechnungs-Nr. bearbeitet. Legende/ Legend
13. Complaint form

Versandkosten werden erhoben! Grund der Rücklieferung/ reason of delivery Kundenwunsch/ Customer request
According to our terms and conditions as of A Falschlieferung/ wrong delivery 1 Reparatur/ repair blau/ blue Kunde/ Customer

HETRONIC Germany GmbH

01.01.08, warranty cases cannot be handled un- B Falsche Bestellung/ order mistake 2 Ersatz/ Replacement weiß/white Hetronic
less the system No., delievery No. and invoce No. C Teil defekt/ Part defective 3 Gutschrift/ Credite Note
is stated. Shipping costs will be charged! D Leihanlage/ Rented equipment
Kunde/Customer
System-Nr./ Artikel-Nr./ SAP-Nr./ Anzahl/ Bauteilbezeichnung/ Fehlerbeschreibung Grund der Rücklieferung / Kundenwunsch/
System No. Item No. SAP No. Quantity Component/ Description of failure reason of return delivery Customer request
1

Hetronic
Befund/ Datum / Entscheid 1/ Entscheid 2/
report Date result 1 result 2
1 Garantie/ Kulanz
Warranty

HD-VT-03-10-BA.ALG.GB-01
2 keine Garantie möglich
no warranty
3 Reparatur ohne Berechnung
repair free of charge
4 Funktionsfähig, kostenlos zurück
functional, return free of charge
Sachbearbeiter/ Contact Datum/ Date Unterschrift/ Signature Datum/ Date Unterschrift/ Signature
Sven Pflug 15.10.09

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14. Abbreviations and definitions

14.1 Abbreviations

AK Analog channel
DK Digital channel
EPROM Electrical programmable read-only memory
FM Frequency modulation
GND Ground
HF High frequency
KHz kilohertz
LED Light emitting diode
mAH Milliampere hours
mA Milliampere
msec Millisecond
MHz megahertz
mW milliwatt
NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride
PWM Pulse width modulation
RF Radio frequency
Rx Receiver
SMD Surface mounted device
TTL Transistor logic
Tx Transmitter
Ub Operating power
VAC Volts alternating current
VDC Volts direct current

14.2 Definitions

Acoustic signal Buzzer or other sound, warning signal

Analog signal Proportional stepless control

Coder Converts input signals into serial data.

Decoder Converts serial data into output signals.

Digital signal On/off function

The function is activated, if the control is in position „on“. If the control is released, it goes back
Maintained control
to position „off“ and the function stops.

Momentary control The function is activated as long as the button is pushed.

Proportional control A functional control with multiple speed, stepless activation.

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15. Declaration of conformity

If you need detailed information, please refer to the declaration of conformity for your ra-
dio remote control.

16. Installation and safety test declaration

This form must be completed and signed by the person responsible for the installation of the system.

HETRONIC will not accept liability for the correctness of the installation of the radio remote control system. The operator has to
assure, that the radio remote control and the machine have been adapted and tested, and that all relevant safety precautions
are maintained. The operator has to follow all safety precautions of this manual and other relevant instructions.

Machine data Data of the radio remote control

________________________________________________
HETRONIC Germany GmbH
___________________________________________
Manufacturer Manufacturer

________________________________________________ ___________________________________________
Type number Model

________________________________________________ ___________________________________________
Serial number Type

________________________________________________ ___________________________________________
Production year SSystem number

I/We have carried out the installation, startup and safety checks for the radio remote control system on
the above mentioned machine. In doing so, the latest standards and regulations, applicable to this type
of machine, have been maintained.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Location, date

__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Company (address)/ stamp

__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of responsible person Signature

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media and translating into other languages is only allowed with the
written permission of HETRONIC Germany GmbH.

Subject to technical change without notice.

HETRONIC Germany GmbH reserves the right to change, improve

or phase out the products anytime without publication or commit-
ment. HETRONIC Germany does not accept liability claims for ma-
terial damage, personal injury or death, which result from the use
of unlicensed spare parts or unauthorized service.

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