Leica SteerDirect ES Installation Manual
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1. Two cables are used to connect the MDU to the Guidance system The SteerDirect ES Plus cable 807606 and the power cable 808539 Fisure 18 shows the overall connection Switch Vehicle Power Figure 18 Cabling Overview 10 1 SteerDirect ES Plus Cable 1 Connect the round 9 pin connector to the bottom connector of the MDU Rotate the coupling of the connector until it locks into place 2 If using a mojoXact or mojoXact Plus connect the 6 pin connector labelled CAN Bus to the Yellow port of the port expansion cable 3 If using a mojo3D with a Twist connect the 6 Pin connector labelled CAN Bus to the Twist with the other end of the twist connected to the yellow port of the port expansion cable 4 Connect the 2 Pin connector labelled Power In to the power cable Note The connector labelled Wheel Angle Sensor is not used 21 10 2 Ensage Switch Mounting Note Use of the engage switch is optional but recommended for remote engaging of the steering system and ease of use If not used the guidance display must be used to engage steering 1 Select a location for the Engage Switch it should be close to the operator controls The switch is a standard size and fits most spare switch locations 2 Route the crimps from the main cable to the desired switch location 3 Connect the crimps to the underside of the switch The connection orientation Is not critical 4 Press the switch into the selected lo2. Please refer to your local dealer or the relevant guide for further details on these products This installation guide will provide the necessary steps to successfully install the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Kit To ease the use of this guide please observe the following advice Relating to all pictures and schematics they are to be seen as reference only There may be slight deviations from the actual looks of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus These deviations are caused by individual applications and have no impact on the function capabilities of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Leica Geosystems original spare parts are especially designed for the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus They live up to the high design standards for safety and reliability We advise you that components or parts not provided by Leica Geosystems for the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus should not be used because they might Jeopardize the safety and function of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus We therefore cannot be responsible for such redesign or adaptations Any obstinate changes on our Leica SteerDirect ES Plus void the company warranty In addition conformity declaration or local authority regulations could be voided This also applies to the removal of factory applied seals The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus supports you and improves your efficiency while working in the field The responsibility for quality and work related results rests as always with the driver As common with all mac
3. Power 808539 8 Installation 8 1 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Installation Refer to Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Switch Kit components on page 7 to identify the parts used in this section The tool list below consists of special tools required to complete the installation A complete set of common installation tools is assumed e 7 64 Allen Wrench Supplied e 5 32 Allen Wrench Supplied e 1 4 Open Wrench e 1 4 Nut Driver e Torque wrench O to 20 Ibf in O to 2 Nm for 5 32 hex bit 8 1 1 Install the Main Gear on the Steering Wheel The goal of this section is the installation of the main gear on the steering wheel A completed installation is shown in Figure 1 Through the use of switch kits main gears can be installed and left on multiple vehicles allowing the user to move the Steer Direct ES Plus MDU easily between vehicles Figure 1 Completed Main Gear Installation Note The installation of the main gear on the steering wheel does NOT require removing the steering wheel from the vehicle 1 Remove 2 hex screws from the Smaller section of the Main Gear as shown in Figure 2 Figure 2 Main Gear Hex Screws 2 Remove the smaller section by pulling downwards as shown in the Figure 3 Note Tolerances are tight pull directly downwards on smaller section Figure 3 Main Gear Exploded View 3 Install the larger section under steering wheel around steering column Install with the gear side on the top closes
4. Note The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU is attached to the steering wheel prior to installation of the bracket kit 1 Make sure that you have all of the required parts See Figure 13 2 Attach front bracket to the fifth wheel slider bracket using the two bolts slider attaching bolts See Figure 14 Tighten finger tight Note The slider will require adjustment once installed on the steering column Front Bracket Figure 14 Fifth Wheel Slider Attachment 3 Place the flange bearing assembly over anti rotation pin Figure 15 Note It is important that the anti rotation pin is placed through the flange bearing before attaching the Fifth Wheel Bracket Anti Rotation Pin Figure 15 Slide Flange Bearing 19 4 Attach the back bracket to the front bracket using the four machine screws clamping the steering column between the front and back brackets Figure 16 Figure 16 Attaching the Brackets 5 Tighten the clamping assembly a Make sure the assembly does not interfere with any N Ca utio n of the vehicle control levers on the steering column 6 Adjust the position of the fifth wheel slider so the flange bearing is approximately in the middle of the anti rotation pin and tighten the bolts Slider attaching bolts Figure 17 Fifth Wheel Slider Adjustment 7 The bracket installation is complete 20 10 Cable Installation z All cabling must be secured away from operator N Ca ution controls
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6. Leica Direct ES Installation Manual EE i e ee a Leica Steer Direct ES Leica SteerDirect ES Version Rev 1 1 English when it has to be 1 Introduction Purchase Congratulations on your purchase of the new Leica SteerDirect ES Plus This guide contains important safety directions as well as instructions for installing the product and operating it Refer to the Safety Precautions for further information Read carefully through the Installation Guide before you begin operation of vehicle The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is to be used solely in combination with Leica Geosystems guidance systems Therefore it s mandatory to also observe the directions and instructions contained in the Leica guidance product manual To ensure safety when using the system please also observe the directions and instructions contained in the User Manual and Safety Handbook issued by the agricultural vehicle manufacturer This guide describes how to install the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Even If you have installed other Leica Geosystems products before we recommend you read this guide to ensure correct installation of this product Symbols Symbols used in this guide have the following meanings Danser Warning Caution Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided
7. VERSATILE AG CHEM CRENLO CAB 00 AND NEWER 818516 INTERNATIONAL 14XX 16XX 818517 CASE IH MXU MAXXUM PUMA NH T60XX0 T70XX0 T80XX0 818518 CASE SPX FLX TITAN NH TG T80XO 818519 CASE HYDRO XX86 3X88 5X88 818520 MASSEY FERGUSON AGCO ALLIS DT RT CHALLENGER 500 600 818521 GLEANER RXO MASSEY 86XX CAT MT5XXC 6XXC 818522 GLEANER R55 R65 R75 CHALLENGER 660 670 818523 CAT LEXION 590R 818524 CHALLENGER 670B GLEANER R66 R76 818525 CHALLENGER 670B GLEANER S67 S77 MASSEY 6X95 2011 AND NEWER 818526 APACHE SPRAYER AS SERIES 500 710 715 850 1000 1010 1210 818527 CASE MXM JXU NEW HOLLAND TL TM TS 1997 2003 818528 JOHN DEERE D 6230 6330 6430 7130 7230 7330 7430 818529 CASE MX MAXXUM 100 110 120 135 150 170 MCCORMICK MT 17 9 1 Universal Bracket Installation Kit Overview To complete your Leica SteerDirect ES Plus installation and prevent the rotation of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU an anti rotation bracket must be mounted to the vehicle steering column just below the steering wheel This chapter provides instructions for installing a universal bracket kit that is available as an accessory through your dealer Many other brackets are available to fit specific vehicles models and can be ordered through your dealer Contact your dealer for details and availability for your vehicle model The typical universal bracket kit includes the components shown in Figure 13 18 9 2 Universal Bracket Installation Procedure
8. and confirm that it is secure and all fasteners are tight Tighten as necessary e Do not expose your Mechanical Drive Unit MDU to water or rain Store the MDU In a protected location On open platform tractors remove it from the vehicle when not in use e Check all cables and electrical connectors every six months Secure any loose cables using cable ties e Clean the outside surfaces of your Mechanical Drive Unit and the three guide rollers using a damp cloth Do not apply spray cleaners spray waxes liquids or lubricants such as WD 40 The use of any liquid cleaning agent or lubricant may damage the internal components of your Mechanical Drive Unit and will void the factory warranty e Always clean the main gear and main gear race see Figure 4 and Figure 12 with a damp cloth to remove dust before installing the MDU to the steering wheel This is especially important when moving the MDU between vehicles e The Mechanical Drive Unit is manufactured with sealed bearings and self lubricating components and does not require lubrication Do not apply oil erease or spray lubricants Note Any attempt to open the Mechanical Drive Unit MDU will void the factory warranty 29 Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich Wild Strasse CH 9435 Heerbrugg Switzerland Phone 41 717273131 www leica geosystems com STEERDIRECT IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF LEICA GEOSYSTEMS 2014 Leica Geosystems AC Heerbrugg Switzerland C D r r gt ee
9. ays be kept tight to avoid Dreakage or separation Periodically check the anti rotation pin and confirm that it is tight Always tighten to the specified torque l4 8 3 Install the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU This procedure describes the installation and alignment of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU to the Main Gear 1 Open the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU release latch as shown in Figure 11 Release Latch Leica Direct ES Figure 11 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU Release Latch 2 Fit the MDU around the Main Gear so that the three rollers align on the Main Gear race as shown in Figure 12 Note The plastic cover on the MDU can be used as a guide to fit the bottom portion of the MDU to the V rollers Rollers Gear Face Figure 12 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU Alignment 15 16 3 Ensure that the main gear Face has properly engaged the three rollers before closing latch See Figure 12 z Make sure that the main gear race has properly N Caution engaged the three rollers before closing latch If the race Is not engaged properly you risk damaging the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus and steering wheel while the Steering System Is operating 4 Rotate the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU manually to ensure smooth rolling 5 Continue to the Bracket installation section 9 Universal Bracket Installation This chapter contains the following sections e Universal Bracket Installation Kit Overview e Universal Brack
10. cation 10 3 Power Source Connect the power cable to a 12Vdc switched accessories power source capable of supply up to 4A current The red wire is positive the black wire is GND Only Connect the power cable to a 12Vdc power N Warning source The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is not suited for 24V machines The Acceptable power range Is 11 15Vdc Do not bypass the fuse on the power cable N Caution Only connect the SteerDirect ES Plus to an accessories power source Direct battery connection may result in draining of the machine s battery when in storage 22 11 Power Switch The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is equipped with a power switch as shown in Figure 19 this allows the operator to disable the steering system Position the switch with the O to disable the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Figure 19 Power Switch The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus has two LED lights as shown in Figure 20 e When the system is powered LEDI will stay constant green e When the MDU is active LED2 will flash yellow Figure 20 MDU LEDs When driving on a public road the Leica SteerDirect N Warning ES Plus must be switch off Ensure the power light is turned off and the guidance system can t communicate with the steering system 23 12 Safety Directions 12 1 General x Description The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is to be used solely in combination with Leica Guidance systems Therefore it s mandatory to also observe th
11. could result in death or serious Injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avolded may result in minor or moderate injury and or appreciable material financial and environmental damage Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner Note The absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are no safety risks involved 3 Contents EMI ceca M 2 t 1 0 4 Ai Product OVS EW ssrin sirara E EN E A E O E OEN TR T 5 Ao Produ COmMmpPIUDI Y eesriie AR EIER MEE REM EEDEEMM 5 5 Pre Installation Vehicle PrePparation ccccccccecceceeseceeeeeeceeeeaeseseeaeseeeeaeeeeeeeseeeeaeees 6 Os NEN DESCAP U O E 6 7a ECT G e e edee de rede eeae eeu eeceeden ee abedeecsetedacte anes 7 7 1 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Kit 8127406 eese 7 MED s ned 9 8 1 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Installation cccccccccceceeeececeeeececeeeeeeseeaeeeseeesesaes 9 8 1 1 Install the Main Gear on the Steering Wheel essere 9 8 1 2 Examine Steering Wheel and Column ccccccec ccc eceeeeceseeeeeeeeeaeeeseeaeaeeees 11 o 1 2 Install Spacer Wi Needed viui veicibvsss usi sus amuiG xau Eu Esa tienda 11 NM MEE rot Eig od 9a Bm od c RR 12 8 2 Attach the Anti rotati
12. e directions and instructions contained in the Leica guidance product manual The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment to anticipate and avoid operational hazards The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them 12 2 Intended Use Permitted Use Adverse Use 24 e The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is exclusively developed for usage in agriculture or forestry by persons in control e The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is only intended to be fitted to agricultural tractors It is not permitted to install this product in any other vehicles e Use of the product without instruction e Use outside of the intended limits e Disabling safety systems e Removal of hazard notices e Opening the product using tools for example screwdriver unless this is specifically permitted for certain functions e Modification or conversion of the product e Use after misappropriation e Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects e Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Leica Geosystems e Inadequate safeguards at the work site for example when using on the intended site e The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is not suitable for applications on narrow dikes or on steep hillsides where danger of vehicle roll over exists Adverse use can l
13. ead to injury malfunction and damage It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it Unauthorized modification of agricultural machine by mounting or N Warning 12 3 Limits Environment N Danger installing the product may alter the function and safety of the machine Precautions Follow the instructions of the machine manufacturer If no appropriate instruction is available ask machine manufacturer for instructions before mounting or installing the product of Use Sultable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product 12 4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories Person in charge of the product Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosystems Is responsible for supplying the product including the user manual and original accessories in a completely safe condition The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are responsible for develop
14. ect ES Plus is designed to assist the machine operator to use the equipment more efficiently Even when relying on the function of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus the driver is still responsible for observation of the machine and the surrounding area They should shut down or assume manual steering control in dangerous situations To shut down the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus turn off the power switch so that the lights are off Power Switch 7 Equipment List 7 1 Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Kit 812746 Article ipti l Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU 812746 Mechanical Drive Unit n M I l Article Leica SteerDirect ES Switch Kit 805042 1 Upper Ring 2 Spacer 5 75 x 0 50 Thick Main Gear Assembly 6 Hardware Kit 5 7 Hex Key 7 64 Black Oxide Hex Key 5 32 Black Oxide Note You may purchase additional Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Switch Kits from your dealer This allows you to move the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU easily and quickly between two or more vehicles The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Switch Kit contains all the parts that will remain permanently attached to each vehicle Contact your dealer for further information EE 3 Spacer 5 75 x 0 25 Thick 3 KENNEN T 5 ss 03 Article l mM Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Anti Rotation 818500 Pin Kit g zz Switch Included with cable peice Cable SteerDirect ES Plus 807606 a iride Cable SteerDirect ES Plus
15. et Installation Procedure The universal anti rotation bracket is available through your dealer It should be used for vehicles that are not supported with a custom vehicle specific bracket Consult your dealer for a list of all available anti rotation brackets An Anti rotation bracket is required to complete the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus installation 805044 SteerDirect ES Universal Bracket Kit Note You may require a different bracket kit depending on your specific vehicle If you are installing a vehicle specific anti rotation bracket skip this section of the manual and refer to the installation instructions provided with your vehicle specific bracket kit Vehicle specific kits currently available are listed below Contact your dealer for details 818503 NEW HOLLAND TVT TV FORD NEW HOLLAND VERSATILE 9000 BUHLER VERSATILE 2000 818504 JD 47X0 48X0 7930 7630 77X0 78X0 79X0 8XXX 8XXXT BXXXR OXXXR OXXX OXXXT 818505 CASEIH MX STX NH TJ T9000 818506 JOHN DEERE 9XX0 COMBINES 8 AG CHEM XX54 XX64 XX74 MILLER RED BALL 7830 818507 JOHN DEERE 6X10 6X20 6X30 7220 7320 7420 7520 7130 7230 7330 7430 7530 STANDARD 818508 CASE MAGNUM 71X0 72X0 89X0 MODELS 818509 CASE STEIGERS9XXO NH 8XX 9XX 1150 CAT 65 75 85 C D E 818510 JOHN DEERE 4000 8000 4WD AGCO ALLIS 9000 SERIES 818511 HAGIE STS 05 AND NEWER MODELS 818512 HAGIE STS 2000 2004 818513 FENDT VARIO AND FAVORIT 818514 CASE 21XX 23XX 25XX X088 818515 CNH AFX CAT BUHLER NH GENESIS
16. hinery the basic rule applies The more exact the system is adjusted calibrated and operated the higher the quality of results will be 4 1 Product Compatibility Compatibility The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Kit is only compatible with the following Leica Products e mojo3D mojoXact combination e mojo3D mojoTwist combination e mojoXact Plus Universal Terminal combination e mojoXact Plus mojo3D combination Note It is not compatible with the mojoRTK console or the mojoMINI 5 Pre Installation Vehicle Preparation l Park the vehicle on a hard level surface and block the front and rear wheels 2 Remove all dirt and trash from the areas of the vehicle where the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus will be installed Before beginning installation please ensure that the vehicle is turned off and a DO NOT START tag is attached to the ignition 9 Q CANGER E wo a OTHER BOE Note The left and right hand sides of the vehicle are referenced while standing behind the vehicle facing the normal direction of travel 6 System Description General The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is capable of interfacing to existing vehicles like tractors and other self propelled machines in agriculture and forestry applications The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus kit is composed of the MDU and associated cabling The Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Kit is designed to interface to the Leica guidance system via CAN bus The Leica SteerDir
17. ing implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products and are also responsible for the effectiveness of those safety concepts in combination with the Leica Geosystems product e The person in charge of the product has the following duties e To understand the safety instructions of the product e To De familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention e To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe The person responsible for the product must ensure that It is used Warning 25 in accordance with the instructions This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use Unauthorized modification of machines by mounting the product may alter the function and safety of the machine 12 5 Hazards of Use 26 Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to repair these products Beware of inadequate steering if machine is defective like after a crash or other damaging events or alterations to the machine Precautions Periodically perform control measurements and field adjustments on the machine as specified in the User Manual While steering or navisating the machine accidents may occur due to a the operator not paying attention to the surroundings persons ditches traffic etc or b malfunctions of a system component inte
18. ing on a machine which is fitted with a Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Pay special attention that no children are near or on the vehicle which Is fitted with a Leica SteerDirect ES Plus especially when the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is active Children are unpredictable and supervision is limited when operating the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus They might be exposed to additional danger Before starting field work make yourself comfortable with the use of the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus and the vehicle As soon as the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus is activated an adult responsible person has to be in charge of supervision and monitoring In dangerous situations it is always safer to disengage the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus and drive by hand in order to avoid personal injury or material damage Prepare for possible emergencies 28 At no time should there be any person within the danger zone once the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system is activated At any sign of danger the operator should deactivate the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system immediately He has to ask any person within the danger zone to leave promptly Only when there are no more people within the danger zone can he re activate the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system For service and control duties only authorized persons can enter the danger zone after verbal confirmation with the operator Such people have to be clearly informed about possible dangers before entering the danger zone A
19. ll activities between the operator and these persons should be discussed beforehand All service adjustment and control duties on this Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system should only take place if technically possible on a parked vehicle with the engine turned off People present within the danger zone are exposed to serious bodily harm or even death People could be run over in case of malfunction of the machine The operator is obligated to stop the vehicle as soon as people enter the danger zone e Always have a fire extinguisher and First Aid kit at hand e Always have actual emergency phone numbers for Fire department ambulance and doctor handy 13 Care and Maintenance This chapter describes the required care and maintenance for your Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system Should you require repair services spare parts or warranty contact your dealer Only the factory or an authorized service centre has the correct parts and training necessary to service your Leica SteerDirect ES Plus system e Keep the anti rotation pin tight at all times Check the anti rotation pin every 250 hours of operation or every six months whichever occurs first and tighten as necessary Do not operate the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus unit if the anti rotation pin Is loose e Keep the anti rotation bracket well secured to the steering column at all times Check the anti rotation bracket every 250 hours of operation or every six months whichever occurs first
20. n the screws with an Allen key Torque to 6 Ibf in 0 7 Nm Tighten the screws in a cross pattern as opposed to tightening each screw in a clockwise or counter clockwise order Note Do not over tighten the clamp ring screws 6 Check the installation again after tightening by rotating the steering wheel and watching for off center movement of the main gear Repeat the centering process as necessary 7 Snap the plastic cover over the top ring as shown in Figure 9 Figure 9 Plastic Cover Ring 8 2 Attach the Anti rotation Pin 1 Chose the desired MDU orientation The MDU can be mounted in any orientation the user chooses Consider the following when choosing an orientation e Ease of installing anti rotation bracket e Access to the Power Switch e Avoid locations where a knee could accidently press the power switch e Avoid blocking the vehicle s steering column controls and indicators e Cable routing with minimal obstruction in the cab 2 Based on your preferred orientation choose one of three locations for the Anti rotation Pin as shown in Figure 10 Bottom Position 3 O clock Position Figure 10 Anti rotation Pin Locations 3 Assemble the anti rotation pin by inserting the long screw through the metal sleeve provided 4 nstall the anti rotation pin under the MDU in one of the three positions and tighten to 100 in lbs 11 3 Nm using the 3 16 hex key Allen key provided Note The anti rotation pin must alw
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22. ons exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination Precautions The product must not be disposed with household waste Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel 24 Product specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http www leica geosystems com treatment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer On public roads and drives always disengage the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus via the power switch For safety reasons it is better if you keep one hand on the steering wheel when using the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus at speeds over 6 mph 10 km h In case of malfunction you are able to take action immediately With exemption of the driver no other person should ride in the drivers area of the vehicle fitted with a Leica SteerDirect ES Plus Additional persons could distract or block visibility of the driver from operating and observing the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus which could lead to dangerous situations The presence of a rider on a passenger seat is only acceptable for brief observations or for training purpose The passenger seat is never considered a children seat Only persons especially experienced with the operation of the machine should be considered for school
23. ovides sufficient clearance between steering wheel and the Leica SteerDirect ES Plus MDU Figure 5 Wheel with Spacer Figure 6 Spacer Flexing 11 8 1 4 Install the Clamp Ring 1 The gear is free to move around and must be now clamped to the steering wheel This procedure will install and center the ring gear for typical 3 spoke shaped steering wheel 2 Place the clamp ring on top of the steering wheel and install a minimum of 6 hex screws Install a screw on each side of every spoke keeping the screws as close to the spokes as possible At this stage keep the screws fairly loose to allow for centering See Figure 7 Note Two lengths of screws are provided in the kit to support different thicknesses of steering wheel spokes Select the shorter of the two screws that still provides full thread engagement Figure 7 Clamp Ring 3 With the main gear clamped loosely rotate and move the gear until 3 screws touch the three spokes evenly Figure 8 shows the main gear rotated counter clockwise until three of the mounting screws touch the steering wheel spokes evenly This procedure will help to automatically centre the gear under the steering wheel The red circles indicate which circles are touching the spokes Figure 8 Main Gear Centred 12 13 4 Check the installation by rotating the steering wheel and watching for off center movement of the main gear Repeat the centering process as necessary 5 Tighte
24. rference etc Precautions The operator assures that the machine is operated guided and monitored by a qualified user e g driver The user has to be able to take emergency measures for example an emergency stop The absence of instruction or the inadequate imparting of instruction can lead to incorrect or adverse use and can give rise to accidents with far reaching human material financial and environmental consequences Precautions All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person responsible for the product During dynamic applications there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions around for example obstacles excavations or traffic Precautions The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers Inadequate securing of the work site can lead to dangerous situations for example in traffic on building sites and at industrial installations Precautions Always ensure that the work site is adequately secured Adhere to the regulations governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic If the product is improperly disposed of the following can happen If polymer parts are burnt poisonous gas are produced which may impair health By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of the regulati
25. t to the steering wheel as shown in Figure 4 Figure 4 Installed Main Gear Note Weave the gear around the steering wheel spokes if necessary certain steering columns may be too thick for the gear opening 4 Reinstall the smaller section using care to push directly upwards on the sector because It is a very tight fit Note To facilitate the fit between the two gear sections you may apply a drop of oil or apply a thin film of grease to the two alignment pins before mating the gear sections 5 Reinstall and secure the 2 hex screws At this point the main gear Is assembled around the steering column below the steering wheel as shown in the Figure 4 The gear is free to move around and must be now clamped to the steering wheel 10 8 1 2 Examine Steering Wheel and Column Examine the steering wheel underside to determine if a spacer is necessary A steering wheel with a soft covering material usually requires installation of a spacer to avoid interference with the MDU housing 8 1 3 Install Spacer If Needed Install the spacer around the steering column between the steering wheel and the main gear as shown in Figure 5 Flex the plastic spacer as needed to clear the steering wheel spokes as shown in Figure 6 The large chamfer on the outside diameter of the spacer ring should be facing the main gear as shown in Figure 5 Note Two spacers with different thicknesses are included in the kit Select the thinnest spacer that pr
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