AC Air Technology T1V2 User manual

Instruction Manual MODEL: AC TRACKTECH T1V2
World’s First Portable, Remote-Control Aircraft Tugs
95411 Rev. K

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1. ComponentsTable of Contents
1. Components .......................................................................3
1-1 Components in the Box ......................................................................... 3
1-2 Tug Components ................................................................................... 4
1-3 Spare Part ............................................................................................. 5
1-4 Track Tools ............................................................................................ 6
1-5 On-Board Parts Box .............................................................................. 8
1-6 Foam Stand ........................................................................................... 9
2. Start Up Guide ..................................................................10
2-1 Remote Control Operation .................................................................. 10
2-2 Operating the Tug ................................................................................ 12
2-3 Adjusting the Wheel Cradle ................................................................. 14
2-4 Adjusting the Tire Guide Spacers ........................................................ 17
2-5 Adjusting Track Tension ....................................................................... 19
2-6 Loading the Aircraft Wheel .................................................................. 21
2-7 Unloading the Aircraft Wheel ............................................................... 22
2-8 Lifting the Wheel Cradle Ramp ........................................................... 23
2-9 Charging the Tug ................................................................................. 25
2-10 Charging the Remote Control ............................................................ 26
2-11 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ........................................... 27
3. Troubleshooting ...............................................................29
4. Warranty ............................................................................33

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1. Components
1-1 Components in the Box
1. Components
Tug
Tug Charger
Radio Transmitter Battery Tray Radio Charger
Owners Manual Spare Parts Bag
Foam Stand

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1. Components
1-2 Tug Components
1. Components
Wheel Cradle Ramp Rear Cradle Gate
Power Switch
Tug Charging Port
Cradle Release Lever
Electronics Cover
Left Track Assembly
Right Track Assembly
Main Plate

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1. Components
1-3 Spare Part
1. Components
Pins
Spare Track Parts
Links
Retainer Clips
Treads
Track Install Tools Fuses
4 Amp Light Fuse
10 Amp Circuit Board Fuse
Retainer Clip Tool

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1. Components
1-4 Track Tools
1. Components
Track Pin Groove
Track Pin
Retainer Clip
Teeth Facing
Outward
Track Pin
Retainer Clip
(Teeth Pointing Down)
The track tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks.
This section is intended to show how the tools are used only. A detailed instruction
guide is provided when purchasing new tracks. Refer to that instruction guide when
installing new tracks.
When the retainer clip is properly installed into the track pin groove is should rotate
freely inside of the groove.

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The Track Pin Tools are used to assist in the installation of new tracks when the
they are too tight making it diffi cult to align the pin holes.
Insert the track pin tools on the inside and outside adjacent pins to the missing pin
hole. You will need to hold these in place by hand.
Adjacent Pin
Missing Pin Hole
Track Pin Tools

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1. Components
1-5 On-Board Parts Box
Rotoclip Install Tool
Track Links / Shims
Parts Box
Rotoclips
Shim Mounting Screws
The On-Board Parts Box contains spare track links, clips, and tools to quickly replace
or repair tracks. It also includes cradle shims and mounting screws to lift the wheel
cradle ramp away from the ground. When the ground is very uneven the wheel cradle
ramp may hit the ground preventing the aircraft from loading. These components are
located on-board the tug, underneath the electronics cover.

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1. Components
1-6 Foam Stand
With the wheel cradle in (up) locked position, lift the front-end of the tug and slide the
provided foam stand underneath the tug. The foam stand has the following dimensions,
19” x 11” x 2-1/4”. It is stored in the shipping box, foam packaging.
Foam stand should sit centered on the tug, aligned to the back of the electronics main-
plate assembly.
(1) Lift from here
(2) Slide underneath tug
Foam Stand
Use the foam stand to lift the cradle off the ground for track replacement or repairs.

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1. Components
2-1 Remote Control Operation
2. Start Up Guide
ON/OFF
Switch
Control Stick
Latch Switch
Power Indicator
LED
Light Switch
3 Speed Toggle
Charging Indicator
LED
Charging Jack
Lanyard Anchor
Note:
The 3 Speed Toggle ranges from fast, to moderate, to slow. When operating the tug at
slow speed it may be necessary to switch to the moderate or fast speed mode on the
toggle when turning. Factors such as terrain and incline may aff ect the maneuverability of
the tug. Adjust speed modes at your discretion.
1. Switch the remote control ON. The power indicator light turns on and the remote
control beeps once. If this does not happen, check the remote control battery con-
nection for proper installation. When the battery level is low, the remote control will
begin to beep repeatedly, signaling to replace or recharge the batteries.

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Forward
Right
Reverse
Left
ON
Reverse
Right
Forward Left
If the remote controller is not used for a few minutes it will start
beeping as a indicator that it is still in the ON position. This is not
an indicator of a low battery.
The control stick on the remote controller is very sensitive and
will cause the tug to move if it is moved accidentally. Turn OFF
the remote controller when not in use.
Warning:
Note:
2. To drive the tug, move the control stick in the desired direction.

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1. Components
2-2 Operating the Tug
2. Start Up Guide
ON/OFF Button/Power Indicator
1. Before turning on the tug, make sure the tracks and bottom of the tug are free from
obstruction.
2. Turn the tug on using the ON/OFF switch. There will be a short series of beeps
and then the ON/OFF switch will illuminate red to show the tug is on. The ON/OFF
switch light will be on solid when the battery is fully charged. When the tug battery is
low the ON/OFF switch light will blink and there will also be a beeping sound.
3. Turn on the power switch on the radio controller. The power indicator LED will illumi-
nate green/blue in color.
It is recommended you practice maneuvering the tug prior
It is recommended you practice maneuvering the tug prior
to loading the plane.
to loading the plane.
4. It is recommended to use the radio in fast speed mode. Moderate and Slow speed
mode should be used when maneuvering in tight quarters as it reduces the tugs
power output.
5. When towing your airplane ALWAYS be cautious of the steering angle limitations of
your aircraft. Do not over steer your aircraft with the tug. This can cause damage to
your gear.

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Check for proper seating and alignment.
6. After lifting the tug off of the ground for any reason or taking it in and out of your air-
craft, you must check the sprockets for proper seating along the tracks. If the sprock-
et is not properly seated it could result in damage to the track.
7. Visually check tracks for wear on the treads and wear on the inner plastic surfaces.
Also inspect for damaged or missing retainer clips as a result of driving over small
rocks. Damaged treads should be replaced before operating the tug.

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1. Components
2-3 Adjusting the Wheel Cradle
2. Start Up Guide
1. Remove the link locking pins from both sides of the wheel cradle and position the
cradle in down position as shown below.
Link Locking Pins

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2. Place wheel chocks behind the rear tires of the plane to ensure the plane does not roll
backwards.
3. Drive the tug under the wheel of the plane until the wheel cradle locks in the upright posi-
tion. Make sure the wheel is touching the back gate as shown.
Back Gate
wheel touching here.

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Adjustment Pins
Front Gate:
Push this side
up towards tire.
4. Push the front side of cradle until it is touching the tire and reinstall the pins. If pins
cannot be installed while the front side is touching the tire, move the front side of
cradle away from the tire until the pin can be inserted into the next closest hole. You
do not want this to be too tight on the tire. Do not force the adjustment pins in.
5. Release the latch using the radio and back the tug out from under the plane. Drive the
tug back under the tire to check that the wheel cradle is set up correctly and to ensure
the cradle is latching securely. When releasing the latch always make sure the wheel
is against the back gate. If not, the latch may not release properly.

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1. Components
2-4 Adjusting the Tire Guide Spacers
2. Start Up Guide
1. If the tire guide spacers are in the widest position and your tire does not fi t or it is
too close of a fi t remove the tire guide spacers and adjustment pins.
Widest Position
Adjustment Pin
Tire Guide Spacer

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2. Adjust the tire guide spacers by removing the adjustment pin and sliding the spacers
towards each other. Ideally the tire guide spacers should be moved the same dis-
tance on each side to keep your tire centered in the cradle. The distance between
the tire guide spacers should equal the width of your tire plus one inch maximum.
3. Align each tire guide spacer to the nearest hole in the adjustment pin block. Insert
the adjustment pin in the nearest hole position to secure in place. Adjusting the spac-
ers correctly will prevent the tire from turning inside the cradle.
Width of your tire
plus 1” max

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1. Components
2-5 Adjusting Track Tension
2. Start Up Guide
1. Remove 6 track cover screws and remove the outside plastic track cover.
2. Loosen the three front rail end retainer screws. It may be necessary to rotate the
large sprocket in order to gain access to one of the retainer screws.
3 Retainer Screws
on Outer Side of Rail
Plastic Track Cover
Track Cover Screws
Front Rail End
Track tension may need to be adjusted after several hours of use. Follow the instruc-
tions below for each track.

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3. Push the rail end forward using a small pry bar to add tension to the track. There
should be about a 1/2” of play at the center of the track.
4. Tighten up all 3 retainer screws and reinstall the plastic track covers.
Install Plastic Track Cover Using 6 Screws.
5. Repeat steps 1 thru 4 for the other track.
Push Rail
End Forward 1/2” Up and Down Play at Center of Track