DIGITAL B-RAD USER MANUAL LEADING MANUFACTURER OF ADVANCED TORQUE SYSTEMS PNEUMATIC BATTERY ELECTRONIC ELECTRIC
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Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................... 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE ......................................................... 2 1.0 General Information ................................................................ 4 1.1 System Components ................................................................... 4 1.2 Specifications ............................................................................. 4 1.2.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE RAD TOOLS ARE SAFE AND RELIABLE. NOT FOLLOWING PRECUATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED HERE CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO THE TOOL, OPERATOR AND FELLOW WORKERS. NEW WORLD TECHNOLOGIES INCORPRATED IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SUCH INJURY. Digital B-RAD Tool System Safety The intended use of the Digital B-RAD Tool System is for commercial and industrial bolting applications.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack Safety Only use the RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack with the Digital B-RAD Tool System. The use of other batteries with the Digital B-RAD Tool System will cause damage to the tool. The RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack should only be charged on the RAD Battery Charger. If an incompatible charger is used, damage to the RAD Battery will occur. Keep the RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack away from any metal objects.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 1.0 General Information 1.1 System Components The Digital B-RAD Tool System is shipped from New World Technologies Inc. in a case with the following parts: - Digital B-RAD Tool (Figure 1.1-1) Two RAD Li-Ion Battery Packs (Figure 1.1-2) RAD Battery Charger (Figure 1.1-3) Standard Reaction Arm and Snap Ring (Figure 1.1-4) Calibration Certificate User Manual Figure 1.1-1: Digital B-RAD Tool Figure 1.1-2: RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack Figure 1.1-3: RAD Battery Charger Figure 1.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 1.2.3 Environmental Specifications CAUTION! Only operate the Digital B-RAD Tool System if the following environmental storage and operation specifications have been met.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 2.2 Screen Navigation The keypad located below the LCD Display consists of three buttons used to navigate the Digital B-RAD Interface. The “Up Arrow” button is used to increment through values and navigate through columns. The “Down Arrow” button is used to decrement through values and navigate through rows. The “Centre” button is used to select options and enter the Main Menu. “Centre” Button “Down Arrow” Button “Up Arrow” Button Figure 2.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL “Charge” Button Figure 2.3.2-1: RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack 2.4 RAD Battery Charger CAUTION! The RAD Li-Ion Battery Pack should only be charged on the RAD Battery Charger. If an incompatible charger is used, damage to the RAD Battery will occur. The Charging Status Display (Figure 2.4-1) on the RAD Battery Charger is used to notify the operator when the RAD Battery is charging, when the charge is complete and if there is an error. Green Status Light Red Warning Light Figure 2.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 2.4.2 Charging Errors The Red Warning Light is on: The RAD Battery is not charging because its temperature is not within the required range for charging. When the RAD Battery’s temperature moves within the required range, the Red Warning Light will turn off and charging will commence. The Red Warning Light is flashing: The RAD Battery may be placed incorrectly on the RAD Battery Charger. Remove the RAD Battery and replace it correctly on the RAD Battery Charger.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL Level Functions Locked Basic Intermediate Advanced Selecting a Preset YES YES YES YES Hard Joint Mode YES YES YES YES View Tool Information YES YES YES YES View Last Result YES YES YES YES View Life Cycles YES YES YES YES View Maintenance Cycles YES YES YES YES Change Target Torque NO YES YES YES Save a Preset NO YES YES YES Change Torque Units NO YES YES YES Set the Clock NO NO NO YES Clear Maintenance Cycles NO NO NO YES
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL Note: Select the “Back Arrow” key (⟵) to delete the previous character. Select the “Cancel” key (∅) to return to the Main Menu screen without entering a password. Result: The Main screen will be displayed and the Digital B-RAD is now unlocked to the desired Access Level (Figure 3.2.1-3). Figure 3.2.1-3: Main Screen in the Basic, Intermediate or Advanced Level Note: The Lock Icon is not visible.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL Note: Select the “Back Arrow” key (⟵) to delete the previous character. Select the “Cancel” key (∅) to return to the Main Menu screen without entering a password. Result: The Main screen will be displayed and the Digital B-RAD will be in the Locked Access Level (Figure 3.2.2-3). Figure 3.2.2-3: Main Screen in Locked Level Note: The Lock Icon is visible. 3.3 Functions The following sections describe the functions available on the Digital B-RAD Display Interface.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 3.3.2 Hard Joint Mode CAUTION! Damage to the Digital B-RAD and the joint may occur if the Joint Rate is less than 10 ̊ and Hard Joint Mode is not enabled. The Digital B-RAD is calibrated for a Joint Rate greater than 10 ̊. The Hard Joint Mode allows the Digital B-RAD to operate on a joint with a Joint Rate of less than 10 ̊. To enable/disable Hard Joint Mode: 1. Press the “Centre” button. Result: The Main Menu screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.2-1). 2. 3.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL Figure 3.3.3-1: Main Menu Screen Figure 3.3.3-2: Info Menu Screen Figure 3.3.3-3: Tool Info Screen 3.3.4 View Last Result This function allows the operator to view the result of the last Torque Cycle. To view the Last Result: 1. Press the “Centre” button. Result: The Main Menu screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.4-1). 2. 3. 4. 5. Use the “Up Arrow” button and the “Down Arrow” button to highlight the “Info” option. Press the “Centre” button to select the “Info” option.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 4. 5. Use the “Up Arrow” button and the “Down Arrow” button to highlight the “Life Cycles” option. Press the “Centre” button to select the “Life Cycles” option. Result: The Life Cycles screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.5-3). Figure 3.3.5-1: Main Menu Screen Figure 3.3.5-2: Info Menu Screen Figure 3.3.5-3: Example of Life Cycles Screen 3.3.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 1. To change the Target Torque: Use the “Up Arrow” button to increase the Target Torque and use the “Down Arrow” button to decrease the Target Torque. Result: The Target Torque displayed on the Main screen will change. Once the desired Target Torque is displayed, the Digital B-RAD is ready for a Torque Cycle. 3.3.8 Save a Preset This function allows the operator to modify any of the ten Presets. Presets are pre-defined Target Torques.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 3.3.9 Change the Torque Units This function allows the operator to change the torque units to Foot-Pounds (FtLb) or Newton-Meters (Nm). When the units are changed, the Target Torque value, Preset Torque Values and Calibration Values are automatically converted to the selected units. To change the torque units: 1. Press the “Centre” button. Result: The Main Menu screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.9-1). Figure 3.3.9-1: Main Menu Screen 2. 3.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 4. 5. Use the “Up Arrow” button and the “Down Arrow” button to highlight the “Clock” option. Press the “Centre” button to select the “Clock” option. Result: The Clock Setting screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.10-3). Figure 3.3.10-1: Main Menu Screen Figure 3.3.10-2: Setup Menu Screen Figure 3.3.10-3: Clock Setting Screen 6. Use the navigation buttons and the keyboard to select and edit the time and date. 7.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 3.3.12 Tool Calibration WARNING! Only qualified personnel with training in the safe operation of torque tooling and the Digital B-RAD Tool System should operate this tool. CAUTION! Do not calibrate at Target Torques that result in exceeding the Digital B-RAD Tool System’s Torque Range. Severe tool damage will occur. CAUTION! Calibration should only be done by a Qualified Calibration Technician. Improper use of the calibration function will result in tool damage.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 8. Use the “Up Arrow” button and the “Down Arrow” button to change the Actual Torque to the value given by the transducer on the Calibration Stand. 9. Press the “Centre” button to deselect the Actual Torque. 10. Press the “Up Arrow” button to display the next Calibration screen. 11. Repeat steps 6 – 10 until a Torque Cycle has been conducted at 30% to 100%. 12. Press and hold the “Centre” button until the Calibration Menu screen is displayed (Figure 3.3.12-5). Figure 3.3.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 4. 5. 6. Use the “Up Arrow” button and the “Down Arrow” button to highlight the “Calib” option. Press the “Centre” button to select the “Calib” option. Result: The Calibration screen will be displayed (Figure 3.3.13-3). Press and hold the “Centre” button until the Calibration Menu screen is displayed (Figure 3.3.13-4). Figure 3.3.13-3: Calibration Screen 7. Figure 3.3.13-4: Calibration Menu Screen 8.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL Figure 4.1.1-1 – Reaction Arm Rotation CAUTION! Keep your hand and body parts clear of the Reaction Arm and barrel when the tool is in operation. Figure 4.1.1-2: Incorrect Placement of Hand/Body Parts During Operation 4.1.2 Reaction Arm Height Ensure the height of the socket is even with the height of the Reaction Arm as seen below in Figure 4.1.2-1. The height of the socket cannot be shorter or higher than the height of the Reaction Arm as seen below in Figure 4.1.2-2.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL INCORRECT: The leg of the Reaction Arm is too short on the left side, and too long on the right side. Figure 4.1.2-2: Incorrect Height IMPROPER REACTION WILL VOID WARRANTY AND CAN CAUSE PREMATURE TOOL FAILURE. 4.1.3 Reaction Arm Foot Ensure the foot of the Reaction Arm aligns with the length of the nut as seen in Figure 4.1.3-1. The length of the foot cannot be shorter or longer than the nut as seen in Figure 4.1.3-2.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL CORRECT: Reaction Arm is reacting off the middle of the Reaction Arm’s foot. Figure 4.1.4-1: Correct Reaction Point INCORRECT: Reaction Arm is reacting off the heel of the Reaction Arm. This can cause premature tool failure. Figure 4.1.4-2: Incorrect Reaction Point 4.2 Torque Operation To operate the Torque Cycle: 1. Modify the Target Torque to the desired torque. Refer to Section 3.3.7 – Change the Target Torque if the Digital B-Rad is not in the Locked Level or Section 3.3.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 5.0 Errors Important! Figure 4.2-1: Passed Torque Cycle Figure 4.2-2: Failed Torque Cycle Note: The result will be displayed for ten seconds or until the Digital B-RAD is reversed or a new cycle is started. Disassembling or attempting repair will void warranty. In case of an error, the following messages may appear: STALL – High torque at start up HI CURR – High current during wind-up NO CURR – No current during wind-up LO BATT – Low battery voltage during wind-up Solution: 1.
Digital B-RAD USER MANUAL 6.0 Contact Us New World Technologies Inc. 30580 Progressive Way Abbotsford, BC, V2T 6Z2 Canada Toll Free: 1-800-983-0044 Fax: 604-852-0269 Email: info@radtorque.com Web: www.radtorque.com New World Technologies Inc. Technical Support: 1-800-983-0044 (Ext. 227) Email: eradsupport@radtorque.com New World Technologies Inc. V2014.07.
Digital B-RAD Limited Warranty New Tool Warranty Any new tool branded with the RAD name and purchased from New World Technologies Inc., or through one of its authorized distributors or agents, is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original calibration. Electric drive components such as electric motors, switches, and batteries etc., are covered for a period of three (3) months from the date of original calibration.
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