➜ In general, all installation works must be done by a dedicated installation specialist. Please contact the local selling unit or dealer for further information.
The installation information within this User Manual is indicated to increase the operators understanding of the system and its maintaining.
➜ Before installation:
• Please observe the maximum vibration and ambient temperature values indicated in chapter 7 Technical Data.
• Check that all parts needed are delivered. Refer to 2.2 Unpacking the Container for further information.
• It is strongly recommended that you bench test all components before commencing installation on the actual machine to make sure that all components are fully operational.
Installation location
The iCON gps 100 instrument should preferably be installed either inside a compartment just behind the cabin or in the machine cabin itself. If the machine has no space inside a weather proof compartment or cabin, the instrument is to be installed only on components that have no direct connection to the machine tool and/or are positioned separately from the tool or at locations that lie in the safe area of the mechanically moving components. Furthermore, the instrument is to be installed in a way that it is protected from mechanical influences, for example stoning.
➜ The product must not be installed on the tool of the machine and/or on mechanical components that move the tool. Tools include, for example, the bucket of an excavator, the blade of a dozer, the screed of a paver. Mechanical parts include, for example, the boom and stick of an excavator, the hydraulic cylinder of a dozer or the tow arm of an asphalt paver.
Furthermore, the instrument must not be installed near chassis, chain gear, wheels or on engine components connected to the engine itself. The case stated is intended simply as an example.
Installation direction
• For inside assembly, the iCON gps 100 instrument must be installed either vertically with the connectors pointing upwards/downwards or horizontally on a flat plane. Easy access to the connectors should be guaranteed.
• For outside assembly, it is strongly recommended to install the instrument vertically with the connectors pointing downwards. In case this is not possible, horizontally on a flat plane, but never with the connectors pointing upwards
Fastening
Electrical grounding
The electrical grounds of a Machine may be at different potentials either due to other large current electronic devices on the machine or when different grounds of the machine are isolated in service or welding operations.
Different DC and RF noise may exist at different points in the machine which is out of the control of Leica Geosystems. Such noise may have a negative effect on the satellite tracking performance of the iCON gps 100.
For this reason, it is best that the GNSS antenna(s) are isolated from the machine. This avoids additional ground paths being introduced.
➜ In an ideal installation, with isolated antennas, the connection of the grounding pin on the rear panel of the iCON gps 100 to the machine should not be required.
➜ It is extremely important to disconnect all cables from the iCON gps 100 before starting any welding operations on the machine. Otherwise the instrument may be damaged beyond repair.
Installation of GNSS antennas
For best results, it is recommended to mount the two GNSS antennas according to following guidelines:
• separated as far as possible,
• at approximately the same height,
• with the TNC connectors orientated in approximately the same direction
• ensuring an unobstructed view of the sky.
Installation on an excavator:
• Install the two GNSS antennas on the masts in the back of the machine.
• One mast should be placed on each side of the machine. Be aware of heat from the exhaust.
Cable installation
• Ensure that the cables between iCON gps 100 and CGA100 antenna in particular are installed such that they are not bent or stretched.
• It is recommended to use strain relief brackets.
• Route the cable as directly as possible and avoid crossing cables.
• Be sure not to tie the cables onto “hot” hydraulic hoses.