Loadwise 502 RCI Calibration Manual
Loadwise 502 RCI Calibration Manual
Loadwise 502 RCI Calibration Manual
502
CAPACITY INDICATOR SYSTEM
LOADWISE, INC.
18362 GOTHARD STREET
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
TEL: 714/841-5662
FAX: 714/841-5372
Table of Contents
Description Page
Display Operation 3
Operation Modes 4
To Enter Cal Mode 5
Cal Modes 6
Sequence of Calibration 7
Cal Mode 00 8
Cal Mode 01 9
Cal Mode 02 10
Cal Mode 03 11
Cal Mode 04 12
Cal Mode 05 13
Cal Mode 06 14
Cal Mode 10 15
Cal Mode 11 16
Cal Mode 12 17
Cal Mode 13 18
Cal Mode 14 22
Cal Mode 15 24
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DISPLAY OPERATION
DISPLAY CONSOLE
The Display Console is split into two sections. The center section is a four (4) line “alpha-
numeric” screen that displays information to the operator, and the right section is a keypad
used to enter information into the system and to change the display to the various modes,
and is also used in the calibration process.
F L/H ALT
+ TEST
LOADWISE 500
TARE DEDUCT DUTY
F L/H ALT
+ TEST
LOADWISE 500
TARE DEDUCT DUTY
Line 2
Line 3
Line 4
WARNING
THE CALIBRATION MODE ENABLES THE BASIC FUNCTION OF THE
INDICATOR TO BE CHANGED. UNAUTHORIZED INTERFERENCE WITH THE
CALIBRATION OF THE SYSTEM CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS TO THE SAFETY
OF THE CRANE.
CAL MODES
The calibration mode contains fifteen (15) sections. Not all sections are used on all types
of cranes.
MODE FUNCTION
01 TO ENABLE SENSOR ZEROS TO BE SET
02 TO ENABLE SENSOR SPANS AND SENSITIVITY TO BE SET
03 TO PRESET THE MAIN BOOM WEIGHT IN DIFFERENT CONFIGURATIONS
04 TO PRESET THE JIB WEIGHT COMBINED WITH THE MAIN BOOM WEIGHT
05 CALIBRATION OF THE LOAD ON THE HOOK
06 TO CORRECT FOR DEFLECTION OF THE BOOM AND JIB COMBINATIONS
DUE TO THEIR OWN WEIGHT, AND THE HOOK LOAD
07 (RESERVED FOR A MODEL OTHER THAN 502)
08 (RESERVED FOR A MODEL OTHER THAN 502)
09 (RESERVED FOR A MODEL OTHER THAN 502)
10 “LAST-LOADS-RECALL” FUNCTION
11 TO PRE-SET THE ALARMS AND WARNING LIMITS
12 TO PRE-SET THE VARIOUS LOAD LIMITS
13 TO ENTER THE CRANE GEOMETRY (SEE DWG # 94536 OR # 94537)
14 TO ENTER THE WINCH/BOOM HOIST ROPE GEOMETRY (SEE DWG # 94554)
15 MEMORY MOVEMENT SYSTEM
SEQUENCE OF CALIBRATION
1) Go to Mode 15 and carry out “I - A” to ensure that the system is cleared back to
the factory standard.
2) Ensure that the loadpins are electrically connected before installation, and the
zeros are set (in Mode 01,Section 06 & 07) and the sensitivity of each pin is set (in
Mode 02, Section 06 & 07).
3) Check the geometry dimensions in Mode 13 and 14, ensuring that all data is
present and correct.
4) Check Mode 11 and 12 for correct settings of alarm percentages, rope limits, etc.
5) Complete Mode 01 and 02 for setting the zero and the span of boom angle.
6) Initial boom calibrations should be carried out with the shortest boom length with
Mode 03 (boom weight) and then Mode 05 (load calibration), to be completed and
working correctly before moving on to the next section.
7) After ensuring that (# 6 above) has been completed and is correct, increase the
boom length to approximately half the full length, or to the shortest boom that will
carry a jib. Next, this main boom should be calibrated for boom weight (in Mode
03), and the jib fitted and then calibrated for boom weight (in Mode 04). Boom
deflection (in Mode 06) is then carried out at this time and at any other time it is
found to be necessary.
8) Additonal boom and boom / jib combinations should then be rigged and calibrated,
to cover the maximum possible boom lengths. Typically at least three (3) boom
lengths are calibrated, and more (if practical) will ensure maximum accuracy of
calibration. If midpoint suspension is employed, calibration must be carried out at
the suspension point boom length and at the boom length immediately prior to
midpoint suspension.
9) Jib calibrations (in Mode 04) must be carried out for all combinations of jibs (for
example, all boom lengths / offsets on the minimum and maximum boom lengths).
10)After all the above is completed and double-checked, go to Mode 15 and backup
the calibration by copying “A” memory to “B” memory. TAKE GREAT CARE TO
NOT DO AN “I - A” COPY AS THIS WILL WIPE OUT THE CALIBRATION.
Notes:
1) In Mode 00, the section number
cannot be modified.
2) To select a mode, press “ALT”.
This will cause the Cal Mode
number to flash. While it is
flashing, press “+” or “-” to select
the mode. When the correct Cal
Mode number has been
selected, press “ALT” to access
the Section Number.
3) If there is not an available mode
for the number selected, the
system will return automatically
to Cal Mode 00, Section 00.
4) While the Cal Mode number is
flashing, the “CAL. END=F”
message is not available.
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing, press
“+” or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
The second display line as shown above has two sets of numbers: the left-hand set are for reference only;
and the right-hand set are changed to effect the calibration.
To modify the Section, press “F”. This will cause the ‘100’s’ to flash; while flashing, this number can be
changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”. Once the correct number has been selected,
press “F” again to change the flashing digit to the ‘10’s’; a third press of “F” will change the flashing digit to
the ‘1’s’ and an additional press of “F” will change the flashing digit to the ‘0.1’s’, etc. While any of these
right-hand numbers has a flashing digit, it can be changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”.
A final press of the “F” button will stop the flashing and give three choices:
l “ALT” will allow a change to a different Section number.
l “L/H” will store the calibration just performed. (If “+” or “-” have not been used, the memory will not be
updated (since no change has been made), even if the command to store (“L/H”) is used.) If “L/H” is
pressed, the display will change after a delay of approximately three seconds.
l “TARE” will return to Mode 00/00 without saving the calibration just performed.
Notes:
• In Mode 02/06 and 02/07, enter the SENSITIVITY of the load sensors. This information is found
on each load sensor, and is expressed as a “mV/V” value such as “1.334”. If more than four digits
are shown, only the first four digits are entered, irrespective of where the decimal point is shown on
the load sensor.
• Calibration will not be successful if the number on the left-hand side of the second display line is
either 000.0 or 409.2. If this occurs, the sensor being calibrated is out of range and must be
corrected before proceeding further with the calibration process.
NOTES:
While using this mode, the hook block(s) must be on the ground, or the hoist rope(s) must be
tied back to the boom and left slack.
During the calibration, the boom angle must be increased slowly and steadily, or stationary.
The boom angle must NOT be decreasing. If the boom angle is decreased, the Cal Mode 03
must be redone.
Select the boom length to be calibrated by selecting the appropriate duty number, prior to
entering the Cal Mode. Initial calibration in Mode 03 should be on the shortest boom length,
(immediately followed by Mode 05). Next, an intermediate boom is rigged and the appropriate
duty selected, and Mode 03 is calibrated for that length. Further boom lengths follow;
ordinarily at least three (3) boom lengths, and more if practical (to ensure maximum accuracy
of calibration). If mid-point suspension is employed, a Mode 03 calibration must be carried out
at the suspension point length and the length immediately prior to the mid-point suspension.
Position the boom at approximately 0º boom angle and press ALT. The Section number will
change to 01 and the next target boom angle will be displayed. Raise the boom until the
boom angle displayed on the left side is close to the target boom angle, and press ALT. The
Section number will again change and the next target boom angle will be displayed. Continue
until the max boom angle is reached (or the display offers a target of “ - - “). A maximum of
twelve (12) Sections are available for a particular boom length.
Not all main boom lengths need to be calibrated in Mode 03; where two lengths have been
calibrated, an interpolation of weights is done by the computer for intermediate boom lengths.
To store the results, press L/H. To abort Mode 3 at any time, press TARE.
NOTES:
While using this mode, the hook block(s) must be on the ground, or the hoist rope(s) must be
tied back to the boom and left slack.
During the calibration, the boom angle must be increased slowly and steadily, or stationary.
The boom angle must NOT be decreasing. If the boom angle is decreased, the Cal Mode 03
must be redone.
Select the boom length/ jib length / jib offset to be calibrated by selecting the appropriate duty
number, prior to entering the Cal Mode. This procedure must be performed for each jib
length / jib offset combination.
Derrick the boom up to approximately 20º boom angle and press ALT. The Section number
will change to 01 and the target boom angle will be change to 60º. Raise the boom up to
approximately 60º and press ALT; the Section number will change to 02 and the target will
show “ - - “.
Not all main boom lengths need to be calibrated with specific jibs. Where two lengths have
been calibrated, an interpolation of weights is done by the computer for intermediate boom
lengths.
To store the results, press L/H. To abort Mode 4 at any time, press TARE.
NOTES:
Cal Mode 05 should be done with the maximum possible load on a short main boom; at least
75% of maximum capacity, just inside the rated radius.
When entering the gross load value, include the weight of the hook block, slings, shackles,
rigging, and hoist rope suspended from the head sheaves.
To Enter the Test Load Value:
• Press “F” to start the first digit flashing.
• Press “+” or “-” to adjust the flashing digit to the appropriate value.
• Press “F” to move the flashing digit to the right and press “+” or “-” to adjust this flashing
digit to the appropriate value.
• Continue until all the digits have been adjusted to the appropriate value and the flashing
stops.
• Proceed to the “Derrick Up Calibration”(see next paragraph).
To Enter the Derrick Up Calibration:
• Derrick the boom up gently until the load is clear of the ground.
• Measure the radius of the load and ensure that the displayed radius is correct.
• If the displayed radius is incorrect, press TARE to exit this mode, and investigate and
correct the cause of the radius error.
• If the displayed radius is correct press ALT. The Section Number will change to 01;
proceed to the “Derrick Down Calibration” (see next paragraph).
To Enter the Derrick Down Calibration:
• After ensuring the Section Number is displaying “01” (by completing the “Derrick Up
Calibration”), derrick the boom gently down by 2º or more, with the load still suspended.
• Press L/H and wait approximately three seconds while the memory is updated and
checked.
NOTE: during this Cal Mode, all crane movements should be slow and smooth. All
buttons should be pressed only with the load stationary and not swinging or bouncing.
Cal Model 06 is used for main boom, or jib, or main boom with the jib erected but not
used, to adjust for deflection due to their own weight(s).
Before accessing this mode, ensure the appropriate boom and / or jib is rigged, and
the corresponding duty is selected prior to entering the Cal Mode.
Within Cal Mode 06 there is only Section 00 and this cannot be changed.
When equipped with the LAST LOADS RECALL option, the 502 System stores the last 100
load movements (above 50% of rated capacity) and displays them, when recalled, on line 3
as show in the example above. It only stores loads above 50% of rated capacity, and only in
increments of 10%, up to 150%. Various “flags” are also stored; these “flags” offer data on
the state of the 502 System and its various sensor inputs at the time of each individual store.
On initial entry into Cal Mode 10, the display will be on Section 00, which is a test mode that
displays the values shown above.
By pressing “+” and “-”, the Section number is changed, starting at 01 and ending at 99.
The third line contains 20 characters as detailed below. On those values that are either a “1”
or a “0”, the “1” means the alarm (or the switch) in question is turned ON; the “0” means the
alarm (or the switch) in question is turned OFF.
To exit this Cal Mode, press TARE. OUT OF BOOM LENGTH (TELE ONLY)
OUT OF RADIUS
OUT OF ANGLE
NO CHART FOUND FOR INPUTS
APPROACH % EXCEEDED
OVERLOAD % EXCEEDED SYSTEM
FAULT ROPE LIMIT
MOTION CUT % EXCEEDED
OVERRIDE
RIGGING
LOAD % OF
RATED CAPACITY
1 5 0 + % 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
11/07 SCALE FACTOR 0.5 Set to 1.0 for cranes above 650 Tons.
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing, press “+”
or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
To modify the Section, press “F”. This will cause the ‘100’s’ to flash; while flashing, this number can be
changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”. Once the correct number has been selected, press
“F” again to change the flashing digit to the ‘10’s’; a third press of “F” will change the flashing digit to the ‘1’s’
and an additional press of “F” will change the flashing digit to the ‘0.1’s’, etc. While any of these right-hand
numbers has a flashing digit, it can be changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”. (This mode
will only change the function size in 0.5 steps.)
A final press of the “F” button will stop the flashing and give three choices:
l “ALT” will allow a change to a different Section number.
l “L/H” will store the calibration just performed. (If “+” or “-” have not been used, the memory will not be
updated (since no change has been made), even if the command to store (“L/H”) is used.) If “L/H” is
pressed, the display will change after a delay of approximately three seconds.
l “TARE” will return to Mode 00/00 without saving the calibration just performed.
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CAL MODE 12
Cal Mode 12 is used to adjust the Load Limit Settings
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing, press “+”
or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
To modify the Section, press “F”. This will cause the ‘100’s’ to flash; while flashing, this number can be
changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”. Once the correct number has been selected, press
“F” again to change the flashing digit to the ‘10’s’; a third press of “F” will change the flashing digit to the ‘1’s’
and an additional press of “F” will change the flashing digit to the ‘0.1’s’, etc. While any of these right-hand
numbers has a flashing digit, it can be changed up or down (as required) by pressing “+” or “-”. (This mode
will allow values up to 655.35.)
A final press of the “F” button will stop the flashing and give three choices:
l “ALT” will allow a change to a different Section number.
l “L/H” will store the calibration just performed. (If “+” or “-” have not been used, the memory will not be
updated (since no change has been made), even if the command to store (“L/H”) is used.) If “L/H” is
pressed, the display will change after a delay of approximately three seconds.
l “TARE” will return to Mode 00/00 without saving the calibration just performed.
In Cal Mode 13, there are twelve (12) sections. See Drawing # 94536 (on Page 19 )
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing, press “+”
or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
To modify the Section, press “F”. This will cause the character directly after the “=” to flash. Either a blank
(for a “positive” value) or a “-” (for a “negative” value) can be selected by pressing “+” or “-”. Press “F” again
and the next character will be flashing, allowing it to be adjusted by using the “+” or “-”. Further presses of
the “F” button will allow selection of the appropriate character; each can be adjusted by using the “+” or “-”.
Adjustment range in this mode is from 0000 to 9999.
A final press of the “F” button will stop the flashing.
A E
“FLYING” C/L
BRIDLE Boom Head
S
“FIXED”
GANTRY
Pendant B
Anchor
MAST
A E
C/L
Boom Head
LATTICE
S
BOOM
CRANE
WITH “MAST”
1 6
YOU HAVE A VALID CRANE ON
CRANE LICENSE LEVEL GROUND
PRESS ALT TO CONFIRM PRESS ALT TO CONFIRM
DUTY=001 F1=06 D=0 DUTY=001 F1=06 D=0
3 8
SLI MANUAL READ SLI IS SET WITH
AND UNDERSTOOD CORRECT REEVING
PRESS ALT TO CONFIRM PRESS ALT TO CONFIRM
DUTY=001 F1=06 D=0 DUTY=001 F1=06 D=0
In Cal Mode 14, there are six (6) sections. Consult Drawing # 945344 (on Page 23).
Mode/Section Dim Dim
Description
No. No. (CM)
14/00 A Boom Pin to First Winch Center (Horizontal)
14/01 B Boom Pin to First Winch Center (Vertical)
14/02 C Radius of First Winch
14/03 D Boom Pin to Second Winch Center (Horizontal)
14/04 E Boom Pin to Second Winch Center (Vertical)
14/05 F Radius of Second Winch Center
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing,
press “+” or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
To modify the Section, press “F”. This will cause the character directly after the “=” to flash. Either a
blank (for a “positive” value) or a “-” (for a “negative” value) can be selected by pressing “+” or “-”.
Press “F” again and the next character will be flashing, allowing it to be adjusted by using the “+” or “-”.
Further presses of the “F” button will allow selection of the appropriate character; each can be
adjusted by using the “+” or “-”.
Adjustment range in this mode is from 0000 to 9999.
A final press of the “F” button will stop the flashing.
E
B
BOOM
PIVOT
PIN
A
Dimension CM DESCRIPTION
A MAIN WINCH TO BOOM PIVOT PIN (HORIZONTAL)
B MAN WINCH TO BOOM PIVOT PIN (VERTICAL)
C MAIN WINCH RADIUS
D AUX WINCH TO BOOM PIVOT PIN (HORIZONTAL)
E AUX WINCH TO BOOM PIVOT PIN (VERTICAL) 22 SEP 97
F AUX WINCH RADIUS # 94554
Cal Mode 15 is used to move stored calibration data between memory sections. The Loadwise 500
System contains two memory sections: MEMORY A and MEMORY B.
When Power is applied to the system, data in MEMORY A is copied to the active memory which is used
for all calibrations, etc. During the calibration process, the data being entered is being placed in the active
memory and if the “L/H” button is pressed, this data is copied to MEMORY A. MEMORY B is a backup
area that is used to store a copy of MEMORY A for possible future use.
Cal Mode 15 also has a third function: an INITIALIZE sequence allows the calibration to be reset to the
factory-default settings, which clears all entered data in MEMORY A. This process must be performed as
the first step of the calibration process, and typically is not performed again.
Mode/Section Description
No.
15/01 Initializes MEMORY A (to factory default values)
15/02 Copies MEMORY A to MEMORY B
15/03 Swaps MEMORY B and MEMORY A
To change Sections, press “ALT” - this will cause the Section number to flash. While it is flashing, press
“+” or “-” until the correct Section number is displayed. To stop the number flashing, press “ALT”.
To initiate the movements, first press “F”, followed by “L/H”. To abort at any time, press “TARE” or return
to 15/00, where “NONE” is displayed, and then press “F” or “L/H” or “TARE”.
Mode/Section Description
No.
This adds load to all main boom duty loads and should be set
01/02 as a default to zero.
This subtracts load from all jib duty loads and should be set as
02/02 a default to zero.