5-22 Published 7-23-2020, Control # 668-02
SET-UP AND INSTALLATION GRT9165 OPERATOR MANUAL
Automatic Mode
The following procedures describe how to remove and install
the assembled counterweight using automatic mode. With
the counterweight already properly placed on the carrier
platform, in automatic mode, move and hold the swing
controller so that the superstructure rotates in the direction
shown in the ODM counterweight screen. When the swing
controller is held, the counterweight is removed from or
installed on the superstructure with a minimum of operator
intervention.
Entering Automatic Mode
When the swing angle is within the range (-176.5° to 176.5°),
use the ODM keypad or jog dial to highlight the Auto Up or
Auto Down icon (4, Figure 5-16) and click OK on the ODM
keypad or press down on the jog dial to enter Automatic
mode. For more information, see Lowering the
Counterweight on to the Carrier (Automatic Mode), page
5-22 and Installing the Counterweight on to the
Superstructure (Automatic Mode), page 5-24.
Pausing Automatic Mode
Release the swing controller to pause automatic mode. To
continue automatic mode, move and hold the swing
controller so the superstructure rotates in the direction
shown in the ODM screen.
Canceling Automatic Mode
Press the Momentary Limit Bypass Switch to cancel
automatic mode. When you cancel automatic mode, you
must complete the removal or installation operation in
manual mode. For more information, see Manual Mode,
page 5-26.
Lowering the Counterweight on to the
Carrier (Automatic Mode)
NOTE: When possible, lift and lower the counterweight in
automatic mode.
Use the following procedure to lower the fully assembled
counterweight on to the carrier platform. The automatic
mode can be paused or canceled at any time. For more
information, see Pausing Automatic Mode, page 5-22 and
Canceling Automatic Mode, page 5-22.
1. Fully extend the outriggers. For more information, see
Using the Outriggers, page 4-21.
2. Make sure the Turntable Swing Pin Lock Control is
unlocked.
3. Enable the Swing Enable/Disable Switch located on the
left armrest.
The Swing Enabled Indicator is enabled (green).
4. In the ODM, use the ODM keypad or jog dial to highlight
the counterweight icon .
5. Press the OK button on the ODM keypad or press the
jog dial.
The Counterweight screen appears.
6. Rotate the superstructure so the rear is over the
counterweight platform on the front of the carrier. When
within range, the Auto icon becomes active. The valid
range to activate Automatic mode is -176.5° to 176.5°.
CAUTION
Machine Damage!
With the override switch actuated, the functions are
always enabled. The counterweight removal or
installation procedures must be completed manually
before moving the superstructure.
Swing the superstructure only when the lifting cylinders
are fully retracted.
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