GREER Company MICROGUARD 434 Programming manual

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MICROGUARD®434
RATED CAPACITY LIMITER
SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING
MANUAL

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The Greer Company
The Greer Company is dedicated to the design and
manufacture of electronic parts created to aid in crane
operation and in the protection of crane operators and
associated personnel. The following manual has been
developed to assist in helping Service Personnel to
understand, locate, and identify problems that may
arise during the operation of the MicroGuard®434
Rated Capacity Limiter System. Persons using this
Manual must be familiar with this System and
with Electrical Servicing. Use of calibration routines
without consultation with the Greer Company
invalidates the warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MicroGuard ®434
Rated Capacity Limiter System
TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL
Introduction
SERVICE DEDICATION..................................................................INSIDE FRONT COVER
WHERE TO GO FOR HELP.............................................................................................4
SYSTEM DIAGRAM...........................................................................INSIDE BACK COVER
Section I
PREPARATION ................................................................................................................ 5
Section ll
PROBLEM FINDER TABLES ........................................................................................... 7
Section III
SYSTEM INSTALLATIONS ..............................................................................................23
Section IV
SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND ASSOCIATED FUNCTIONS........................................ 27
Section V
FAULT CODES............................................................................................................... 66
SECTION VI
SYSTEM DIAGRAMS..................................................................................................... 73

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When field repairs cannot be made without replacement of a part,
when troubleshooting advice is needed, or when corrections to
memory chips are reported, one of the following support numbers
should be called:
Link-Belt Construction Equipment Company
Product Support: Lexington, KY
Telephone:[phone]
FAX: [phone]
Greer Company
Service: Santa Ana, CA
Telephone:[phone]
FAX: [phone]
Information provided to support personnel must be accurate and
complete. Please follow the Troubleshooting Table guidelines.
Have your crane Model Number and Serial Number ready.
Carefully describe the problem, noting any unusual System
responses that may help us to quickly and effectively
solve your problem.
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SECTION I
PREPARATION
This Troubleshooting Manual for the MicroGuard®434 Rated Capacity Limiter System,
manufactured by the Greer Company and installed on Link-Belt Construction Equipment Company
(LBCE) cranes, provides information and methods for isolating problems that may arise during
operation of the System. Some of these problems can be corrected in the field. Other problems may
require replacement of parts or a return of a part to the factory for servicing. Persons servicing this
System should have prior training and experience in the procedure for operation and setup of this
System.
Please refer to the MicroGuard®434 Operating Instructions in the LBCE Operator’s Manual and/or
the MicroGuard®434 Calibration Manual regarding questions relating to the operation or calibration
of this System. Accurate methods must be used to locate a problem. We recommend using the
PROBLEM FINDER TABLES in Section II to help locate and define a problem.
The procedures in this manual, where possible, are based on crane operation and function. A basic
tool kit consisting of wrenches and screwdrivers (flat and Phillips’ blades) will be required to remove
covers and units for inspection. A digital multimeter (DMM) may be required. The DMM must be
capable of measuring DC voltage with a range of 0 volts to ± 50 volts and resolution of 0.1 volts.
Resistance range is 0 Ohms to 2 Megohms. Low cost analog meters are not appropriate since the
input impedance of these meters can give false readings.
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SECTION II
PROBLEM FINDER TABLES
These Problem Finder Tables are designed to aid in determining the location and type of
problem experienced. It is important to review these Tables carefully before contacting us.
SYSTEM SELF-TEST.................................................................................................................8
COMPUTER/DISPLAY COMMUNICATION ......................................................................9-12
DISPLAY OF FAULT CODES ....................................................................................... 13
CRANE MOTIONS ARE DISABLED............................................................................. 14
ANTI-TWO BLOCK CIRCUIT........................................................................................ 15
SWING POT SENSOR..................................................................................................16
BOOM EXTENSION SENSOR...................................................................................... 17
BOOM ANGLE SENSOR .............................................................................................. 18
PRESSURE TRANSDUCERS...................................................................................19-20
REMOTE BAR GRAPH................................................................................................. 21
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SYSTEM SELF-TEST
The Computer and Operator’s Display Console do a Self-Test when the power is turned on or
during operation when the ”TEST” button is pressed. The Self-Test verifies that the Computer,
Display Console, cables, and all remote sensors are working properly.
TEST SEQUENCE FOR DISPLAY CONSOLE:
1. Push TEST BUTTON (T). BLACK BAR GRAPH (B) spans entire window . All lights and all
7 SEGMENT DISPLAYS turn on and the ALARM sounds. Graphic Display (GD) reads:
“This is a Test.”
2. If no Fault (problem) is found, the System will start displaying Load, Radius, Angle, etc.
3. Faults discovered during Self-Test will cause the red and yellow lights to turn on. The
Graphics Display (GD) will read: “OUT OF SERVICE.”
4. The Operator then presses and holds the TEST button causing the Fault to be identified
with a FAULT CODE NUMBER (See Section V) in the Graphics Display.
CAUSES FOR COMMUNICATION FAILURE:
A) Bad connections between the Display Console and the Computer.
B) Incorrect voltage from the Computer to the Display Console.
C) Failure of the serial Transmit/Receive IC in either the Computer, Display Console, or
Remote Bar Graph Unit.
D) Failure of the Reset IC in either the Computer or Display Console.
E) The Computer is locked up and not working.
F) The Display is locked up and not working.
FIGURE 2.0
LIQUID
CRYSTAL
DISPLAYS
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B
GD
T

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COMPUTER/DISPLAY COMMUNICATION
Communication problems are difficult to isolate because of the interaction between the Display
Console and the Computer. Failure of either unit causes malfunction of the Display Console. Such
problems need resolution before using the Problem Finding Tables.
Six wires, identified below and shown in the following diagram, connect the Computer to the
Display Console. (See Figure 4.8, page 40.)
FIGURE 2.1
COMMUNICATION
BLOCK DIAGRAM
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DA Differential serial communication line
DB Differential serial communication line
RES Reset line from the display to the
computer
+VP Power to Operator’s Display
Console
0V Common return
0V Common return
COMPUTER
DISPLAY CONSOLE
D
A
DB
+VP
0V
RESET
TRANSCEIVER
IC5
TRANSCEIVER
IC6
5 VOLT
POWER
SUPPLY
5 VOLT
REGULATOR
CPU
“TEST”
Button
CPU
DISPLAYS BUTTONS
RELAYS
REMOTE BAR GRAPH
DA
DB
+5V
0V

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OPERATOR’S DISPLAY
CONSOLE
COMPUTER REMOTE BAR GRAPH
READS:
”This is a SELF-TEST.”
After Self-Test, the relays
turn on and allow crane
motions.
All lights turn on during Self-Test
and then return to normal.
Lamps on during Self-Test.
Audio alarm sounds during
Self-Test.
Bar Graph spans full window.
TEST button resets both
Computer and Display
Console.
Listen for the relay “Click.”
NORMAL OCCURRENCES
WHEN SYSTEM IS TURNED ON
OR
WHEN “TEST” BUTTON IS PUSHED.
OPERATOR’S DISPLAY
CONSOLE
COMPUTER REMOTE BAR GRAPH
Shows everything remaining
after Self-Test. Resets every 5 seconds. All lights on.
Lamps remain on. Relays click with every reset.
Audio alarm remains OFF.
TEST button resets both the
Computer and the Display. TEST button clicks the relays.
The following tables describe the reactions of the Operator’s Display Console, Computer, and
Remote Bar Graph when 1 of the 6 wires has a simulated failure. The wires were disconnected one
at a time and the results recorded. These tables are intended to help identify a faulty wire or circuit.
EITHER DA OR DB IS OPEN TO THE DISPLAY
COMPUTER/DISPLAY COMMUNICATION CONTINUED
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OPERATOR’S
DISPLAY CONSOLE
COMPUTER REMOTE BAR GRAPH
Graphics Display
READS:
“Serial comms. Failure”
Reset repeats every 5 seconds. All lights on.
Lamps are on. Relays click with every reset.
Audio alarm on.
TEST button resets both
Computer & Display in
about 14 seconds.
TEST button clicks the relays. Resets when the TEST button is
pressed.
OPERATOR’S
DISPLAY CONSOLE COMPUTER REMOTE BAR GRAPH
Operator’s Display
Console is normal
after Self-Test.
Relays turn on and allow crane
motions. Normal.
Graphics Display
remains blank when
TEST button is pushed.
Relay clicks
when TEST button is pushed. Resets when TEST button is pushed.
DA AND DB ARE OPEN TO THE DISPLAY
Wires DA and DB going to the Display unit can be checked with an Ohm meter. Unplug Connector
7 at the Computer and connect a meter to pins A and E on the cable. It should read between 210
and 230 ohms.
RESET IS OPEN TO THE COMPUTER
The reset line comes from the Display Console and connects to the Computer through Connector
7, Pin D, and then connects to TB6-14 RES on the Termination Board. When the “TEST” button is
pushed this line goes Hi (about 4.5v) and resets the computer. In normal operation the reset line is
Low (about 0v).
COMPUTER/DISPLAY COMMUNICATION CONTINUED
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+VP (RED WIRE) IS OPEN
DISPLAY COMPUTER REMOTE BAR
GRAPH
Entire Operator’s Display Console
does not respond. Relays turn on and allow crane motions. Normal.
Relay clicks when TEST button is
pushed.
COMPUTER/DISPLAY COMMUNICATION CONTINUED
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DISPLAY OF FAULT CODES
When the System detects a problem, it is identified in the System as a Fault and given a Fault
Code Number. At the same time a warning is activated. Fault Codes are displayed by holding
down the TEST button. See SECTION V for a complete description of FAULTS.
If a warning sounds or is exhibited on the Operator’s Display Console, and a FAULT does not
register, check the OPERATOR’S SETTABLE ALARMS button.
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CRANE MOTIONS ARE DISABLED
Problem: Unable to boom down, extend boom, or hoist up.
Reason: The crane Motion Cut Solenoids aren’t powered.
Theory: The MicroGuard®434 System protection circuit has 2 relays, in series, between the Battery
and Motion Cut Solenoids of the crane. Refer to the MicroGuard®434 System Diagram on the inside
back cover of this Manual. Relay 1 cuts power when a Load Limit has been exceeded or a System
failure has been detected. Relay 2 cuts power when the Anti-two Block limit switch is opened.
ACTION RESULT DETAILED INFORMATION
Press and release the
TEST button on the The System will perform a Self-Test. Please refer to page 8.
Press and Hold the TEST
button. Fault codes will be
displayed until the button is Please refer to Fault Codes,
pages 66-72.
Press and Hold the
ALARM “OVERRIDE”
button for 5 seconds.
Relay 1 and Relay 2 will be
forced on by the computer
to provide power to the
Motion Cut Solenoids.
See the System Diagram the inside
back cover of this Manual to see the
voltage path from the battery through
the relays to the solenoids.
Measure the DC voltages
on Terminal Block 7 on the
Termination Board.
TB7-7 = 13.8V ( battery in )
TB7-8 = 13.8V ( jumper )
TB7-10 = 13.8V ( jumper )
See the System Diagram on the inside
back cover of this Manual and the
Termination Board layout in Figure
4.24, page 63).
Measure the resistance
from Terminal Block 7 to TB7-7 to C8-B => 5 Ohms
TB7-11 to C8-E => 5 Ohms
See Figure 4.21, page 60.
Check the wiring from the
computer to the Motion Cable 8 supplies 13.8v to
the Motion Cut Solenoids.
Check the ATB Board
connections. All wires are making
contact. See Figure 4.21, page 60.
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The ANTI-TWO BLOCK switch is normally closed connecting ATBIN input to 0 volts. The
ANTI-TWO BLOCK WEIGHT holds the switch in this position. The switch is opened when the
weight is lifted. The ATBIN input has a 1 megohm pull up resistor that goes Hi when the switch
opens. The ATB board opens Relay 2 disabling crane motions. The ATB board also sends a signal
to the computer through DIN 13 allowing the computer to display an ATB alarm on the Operator’s
Display Console.
The ANTI-TWO BLOCK limit switch connects to the computer through a coax cable, slip rings
inside the Reeling Drum Assembly, and through cable 3. Please refer to EXTENSION REEL,
Section IV.
ANTI-TWO-BLOCK CIRCUIT
PROBLEM CRANE MOTION
DISABLED REASON
There is an ATB ALARM
but there isn’t a TWO-
BLOCK condition on the
crane.
The ANTI-TWO BLOCK circuit is open. Check
the connectors, cables, and slip rings for
continuity. The slip rings are inside the
Extension Reel. Check the position of the
“Selection Switch” mounted on the Anti-Two
Block Switch. It can be set at Main, Both, or
Jib and should be set to reflect the
configuration
of the crane.
There is an ATB ALARM
but there isn’t a TWO
BLOCK problem on the
crane.
CRANE MOTION OK The ATB board is not holding DIN 13 Hi.
Check the wire from the ATB board to the
Termination Board.
There is NO ATB ALARM
when the weight is lifted. CRANE MOTION OK The ANTI-TWO BLOCK circuit is shorted to
ground. Unplug cable 3 to disconnect the ATB
switch. This generates an ATB ALARM. With
an Ohm meter, measure pins B and G of the
cable and lift the ATB WEIGHT. The
resistance is low during normal operation
and should switch to OPEN when the weight
is lifted.
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SWING POT SENSOR
FAULT CODE AAA 096
The Swing Pot Sensor is a 2.5k pot with two wiper arms separated at 90°. The System Diagram
on the inside back cover of this Manual shows the Swing Pot.
The Swing Pot can be checked with an Ohm meter. Disconnect cable 6 and measure from pin “C”
to “D” = 2.5k ± 20%.
Measure the wiper arms from pin “B” to “E” = 1.88k ± 20%.
If power going to the Swing Pot is cut, or if either wiper arm opens, the System will report a Fault.
Refer to Section IV, SWING SENSOR, page 64.
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BOOM EXTENSION SENSOR
FAULT CODE AAA 004
The Boom Extension Sensor sends a voltage to the computer. The voltage is sent through cable 3
to AIN2 on the Termination Board. The voltage on AIN2 is about .2v when the boom is retracted
and increases about .125v per drum revolution. If the voltage is missing or out of range, the
System will send forth an alarm. The Boom Extension Sensor is located inside the
Boom Extension Box.
PROBLEM ACTION RESULT
INDICATOR OUT OF
SERVICE Alarm. Press and hold the TEST button. Fault Code AAA 004.
AIN2 is not getting voltage
or is out of range. Measure AIN2 on the Termination Board. Retracted = ABOUT .2v.
The voltage increases as
the boom is extended.
The Extension Sensor is
not getting 5.25v from the
computer.
Measure the 5.25v on the
terminal strip inside the
Extension Reel. Check
cable 3.
.
NOTE: The computer may need to be re-calibrated when the Extension Sensor is replaced
or adjusted.
Please refer to the MicroGuard® 434 System Diagram on the inside back cover of this manual. Also
review Section IV in this Manual for a detailed discussion of the Extension Sensor.
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FAULT CODE AAA 008
The Boom Angle Sensor sends a voltage to the computer. The voltage is sent through cable 3 to
AIN 3 on the Termination Board. The voltage on AIN3 is about .437v when the Boom is at 0° and
4.375v at 90°. If the voltage is missing or out of this range, the System will display a Fault. The
Angle Sensor is located inside the Boom Extension box.
BOOM ANGLE SENSOR
PROBLEM ACTION RESULT
System Overload
Alarm. Press and hold the TEST button. Fault Code AAA 008
AIN3 is not getting
voltage or is out of
range.
Measure AIN3 on the
Termination Board. Boom angle 0° = .437v
Boom angle 30° = 1.750v
Boom angle 60° = 3.062v
Boom angle 90° = 4.375v
The Angle Sensor is
not getting 5.25v from
the computer.
Measure the 5.25v on
the terminal strip
inside the Extension
Reel. Check cable 3.
NOTE: The computer may need to be re-calibrated when the angle sensor is replaced or adjusted.
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PRESSURE TRANSDUCERS
FAULT CODE AAA 001 OR 002
The Rod/Piston Pressure Transducers turn hydraulic pressure into voltages that can be used by the
computer. Each transducer has its own cable. They plug into connectors 1 and 2. Connector 1 goes
to Terminal Block 2, pins 1, 2, 3, + 4 and connector 2 uses pins 6, 7, 8, + 9 on the
Termination Board.
PROBLEM ACTION RESULTS
INDICATOR OUT OF
SERVICE Alarm. Press and hold the TEST button. Fault Code AAA 001
Power from the computer to the
transducer is missing. Measures the +5.25v supply on the Termination Board. Terminal block 2 Pin 1 (+DR) +5.25v
Input TXO + or - is missing or
incorrect. Measures TXO inputs on the Termination Board. Terminal block 2
PIN 3 (TXO+) +2.625v
PIN 4 (TXO–) +2.625v
The transducer or cable has
failed. Unplug the cable and measure the resistance. Pin C to D = 340 to 360 Ohm
Pin B to E = 340 to 360 Ohm
Pin B, C, D, & E open to the
shield.
Connector to Terminal block
open. Measure the connections from terminal block 2 to
connector 1.
Pin C to TB2 +DR = > 1 Ohm
Pin D to TB2 –DR = > 1 Ohm
Pin B to TB2 TXØ+ = > 1 Ohm
Pin E to TB2 TXØ– = > 1 Ohm
CONNECTOR 1 IS THE TXO CHANNEL ON THE INTERFACE BOARD
NOTE: The System will need to be re-calibrated if a new sensor is installed.
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PRESSURE TRANSDUCERS CONTINUED
PROBLEM ACTION RESULTS
INDICATOR OUT OF
SERVICE Alarm. Press and hold the TEST button. Fault Code AAA 002
Power from the computer to
the transducer is missing. Measures the +5.25v supply on the Termination
Board.
Terminal block 2
Pin 6 (+DR) +5.25v
Pin 7 (-DR) 0 volts
Input TX1 + or - is missing or
incorrect. Measures TX1 inputs on the interface board. Terminal block 2
PIN 8 (TX1+) +2.625v
PIN 9 (TX1-) +2.625v
The transducer or cable has
failed. Unplug the cable and measure the resistance. Pin C to D = 340 to 360 Ohm
Pin B to E = 340 to 360 Ohm
Pin B, C, D, & E open to the
shield.
Connector to Terminal block
open. Measure the connections from terminal block 2 to
connector 2.
Pin C to TB2 +DR = > 1 Ohm
Pin D to TB2 –DR = > 1 Ohm
Pin B to TB2 TX1+ = > 1
Ohm
Pin E to TB2 TX1– = > 1 Ohm
NOTE: The System will need to be re-calibrated if a new sensor is installed.
CONNECTOR 2 IS THE TX1 CHANNEL ON THE INTERFACE BOARD
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