Itowa RUNNER G7 User manual

User Manual
MATRN7EN - Rev. 3 - 04/2023
EN
Remote Control RUNNER G7
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IT’S FORBIDDEN TO FULLY OR PARTIALLY REPRODUCE THIS MANUAL WITHOUT THE
PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORISATION FROM ITOWA.
IN THE EVENT OF INFRINGEMENT, ITOWA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO TAKE THE
ACTION IT DEEMS NECESSARY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT LAW.
ITOWA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS MANUAL WITHOUT PRIOR
NOTIFICATION.

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PLEASE FULLY CHARGE THE BATTERIES
BEFORE USING THE EQUIPMENT FOR THE
FIRST TIME

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INDEX:
1. INTRODUCTION 5
2. GENERAL TERMS FOR THE CORRECT AND SAFE USE OF RADIO REMOTE CONTROL 5
3. DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS 6
3.1. REMOTE CONTROL 6
3.2. BATTERY CHARGER 6
3.2.1. BATTERY CHARGING PROCESS 6
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8
4.1. REMOTE CONTROL 8
4.2. BATTERY CHARGER 8
5. INSTALLATION AND START-UP 9
5.1. INSTALLATION OF THE RECEIVER 9
5.2. CONFIGURATION 9
5.3. START-UP 9
5.3.1. SETTING THE TRANSMISSION TIME 9
5.3.2. BATTERY STATUS 10
6. MAINTENANCE OF RADIO REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT 11
6.1. MAINTENANCE OF THE CHARGER 12
6.2. BATTERY CHARGING 12
7. DISPLAYING THE WORKING CHANNEL 13
8. CHANGE THE FREQUENCY BAND 14
8.1. OPERATING MODE 14
8.2. AUTOMATIC CHANGE OF FREQUENCY PROCEDURE 15
8.3. MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE PROCEDURE 16
9. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT TABLE 18
10. POSSIBLE INCIDENTS AND SOLUTIONS 19
11. QUICK DISPLAY GUIDE 20
11.1. SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE REMOTE CONTROL LEDS 20
12. RECYCLABILITY 21
12.1. PACKAGING 21

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1. INTRODUCTION
The manual you have in your hands is a guide for the correct use of the RUNNER G7 remote control.
This unit, together with the associated receiver, has been specifically designed for the wireless remote
control of electromechanically operated machinery.
The latest technology and modern microprocessors have been used in the electronic design. This
allows total safety in the use of the radio remote control.
2. GENERAL TERMS FOR THE CORRECT AND SAFE USE OF
RADIO REMOTE CONTROL
The user, in order to have the maximum security in the handling of the remote control, must follow the
rules described in this manual.
The operator of the remote control, when he has to perform any command of the device, must be
located in a place where he can visualize at all times the maneuver he is performing. If it’s impossible
to do so, he must be located in a place where he can see the maximum possible maneuver, and in the
hidden places, an assistant is required. Never perform a maneuver that may have an uncontrolled
part.
Do not leave the radio remote control on the floor or on top of metal blocks but, if necessary, activate
the emergency stop (STOP BUTTON) on the transmitter.
When the operator of the remote control ends his working day or has to leave the remote control, he
must activate the emergency stop (STOP BUTTON) and place the battery in the charger for its
recharging.

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3. DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS
Remote control, batteries and charger.
3.1. REMOTE CONTROL
It’s a sealed pushbuttons box made of highly resistant plastic material. On the front side you can find
the control buttons and LED indicators, and on the back side there is the housing for the
interchangeable batteries.
3.2. BATTERY CHARGER
The charger is for indoor use only. The charger allows a fast and safe charging of batteries. The
batteries supplied are Ni-MH and the charger is designed to optimize their charge and lifetime. It’s able
to detect defective, short-circuited or overheated batteries and can recover discharged batteries after a
long period.
3.2.1. BATTERY CHARGING PROCESS
The charger has two indicator LEDs, one for power, which indicates that the device is connected to
power, and one for charging, which indicates that charging is in progress. When the battery is inserted,
the charger checks the charge level and depending on this it can perform two actions:
•If the load level is low, a pre-charge is performed (LED flashing)
•A constant charge is made for approx. 20 minutes (LED on steady).
After this time, the charger checks the state of the battery and adapts the charge to each case. When
the charging process is complete, the LED turns off. A complete charge is made in less than 3 hours.
The loading must be done at a temperature between -10 ºC and 50 ºC.
Before using the remote control for the first time, fully charge the batteries.
Manoeuvres and buttons on standard
Runner
11 remote control.
Manoeuvres and buttons on standard
Runner 9
remote control.
RAISE
TROLLEY
LEFT
CRANE
FORWARD
AUXILIAR 1
E-STOP
LOWER
CRANE
BACKWARD
TROLLEY
RIGHT
AUXILIAR 2
START
(2nd PUSH)
MANOEUVRES
MANOEUVRES
MANOEUVRES
RAISE
TROLLEY
LEFT
CRANE
FORWARD
AUXILIAR 1
LOWER
CRANE
BACKWARD
TROLLEY
RIGHT
AUXILIAR 2
MANOEUVRES
AUXILIAR 3
AUXILIAR 4
E-STOP
START
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Power LED
Loading LED
Detail of the LEDs on the battery charger.

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4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
4.1. REMOTE CONTROL
4.2. BATTERY CHARGER
Order response time: <50 ms
Active emergency time: <50 ms
Passive emergency time:
500 ms
Range of action: 100 meters
Frequency bands
(ETSI EN 300 220-2 V3.2.1
& ETSI EN 300 440 V2.1.1):
ISM of 433 MHz (433,050 to 434,775 MHz)
868,000 to 870,000 MHz
Temperature range : From -20ºC to +70ºC
Emission power :
10 mW P.R.A.
Power supply: Removable 3.6V Ni-MH battery
Autonomy : 25 hours + 10 minutes backup
Dimensions:
Exterior: 170x70x55 mm
Weight : With battery and shoulder strap: 325 g
Water tightness: IP 65
Power Supply : 100 - 240 Vac (Max. 3 VA)
Charging time : 2.5 hours with fast charge
Protection : IP30
Charger dimensions :
75 x 95 x 50 mm

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5. INSTALLATION AND START-UP
5.1. INSTALLATION OF THE RECEIVER
The details of the installation of the receiver can be found in the corresponding manual.
It’s essential that you consult this manual before the start-up.
5.2. CONFIGURATION
The remote control is factory configured to work with the associated receiver. If the remote control
needs to be reconfigured due to a bug or an update on the receiver, simply remove the EEPROM from
the receiver and place it on the remote. When you turn on the power, the settings are automatically
updated as long as S2 remains on; When S2 turns off, you can turn off the power and restore the
EEPROM into the receiver to establish normal operation.
5.3. START-UP
Once the receiver is installed, when activating the general switch of the machine, the LEDs located on
the front of the receiver will light up to verify its correct operation.
Insert a charged battery into the remote control and the LEDs on the button panel will light up
sequentially to verify its operation. In case there is a problem with the EEPROM of the transmitter,
LED S1 will be on steady.
Switch off the emergency stop button (STOP PALMSWITCH). When the START button is pressed (2nd
press), the remote control will start working by activating the stop relays and start relay, and the
general contactor will be locked. The LEDs of the remote control will be activated indicating that
the remote control is in operating mode. From this moment on, the activation of any button will result in
the activation of the corresponding operation. The selected maneuver will remain active as long as the
button is pressed.
To keep the radio channel free and prevent the operator from accidentally leaving the machine
running when not in use, the remote control has been fitted with an automatic stop system. If no
intervention is made, this system acts after 180 seconds (configurable by EEPROM) sending a stop
sequence to the receiver, which will cause the machine to stop.
5.3.1. SETTING THE TRANSMISSION TIME
The setting of the automatic stop time (default 180 seconds) is done from the TX keypad, and the time
can be changed between three values as follows:
Image 5-1. Buttons used to change the transmission time.
TIME
STOP
TIME
STOP
VALIDATE
(2nd PUSH)
VALIDATE
(2nd PUSH)

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Lock the STOP button and remove the battery.1)
ATTENTION!: REMEMBER THAT LOCKING THE STOP BUTTON IS THE SAME AS
STOPPING THE REMOTE CONTROL, THAT MEANS, TO DEACTIVATE
IMMEDIATELY ANY RELAY OPERATED IN THE RECEIVER.
Press the button marked TIME and, keeping it pressed, insert the battery.2)
Wait until the initial sequence of LEDs is completely finished and then unlock the STOP button.3)
At this point the next transmission time mode is entered and the S1 and S2 LEDs will flash4)
simultaneously from one to three times indicating the time mode to be recorded when
VALIDATE is pressed, which may be:
•Mode 1: 180 seconds (one flash).
•Mode 2: 330 seconds (two flashes).
•Mode 3: continuous emission (three flashes).
Release the TIME pushbutton.5)
Each press of the TIME button switches to the next mode, which is indicated by the corresponding6)
number of flashes.
Once in the desired mode, press the VALIDATE key to save and exit this configuration mode.7)
5.3.2. BATTERY STATUS
The transmitter is equipped with a battery status indicator LED. When the remote control detects that
the battery is at a certain level of discharge, the LED will start flashing and the horn manoeuvre
will be activated intermittently (backup status of the autonomy). From this moment on, after
approximately 10 minutes, the transmitter switches off, sends a stop sequence to the receiver and the
LED lights up permanently (empty battery).

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6. MAINTENANCE OF RADIO REMOTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT
The product you have purchased is manufactured with top quality materials that ensure the perfect
functioning and operation of the remote control. Like any other machine or equipment, the remote
control requires a few basic precautions that should be respected.
ATTENTION!: if any anomaly is detected in the operation of the equipment, it must be
put out of service immediately.
In order to increase the life of your equipment as much as possible, and to avoid unnecessary repair
costs, we recommend that you carefully follow the following conservation and maintenance tips:
•Avoiding unnecessary hits on the equipment.
•Use the attachment accessories, shoulder strap, properly and adjust it so that the use of the
equipment is comfortable and safe.
•Although the equipment has a high degree of water tightness (IP65), it shouldn't be totally or
partially submerged and shouldn't be left in places where it could flood if it rains.
•The pushbuttons of the set are made of an elastic material to give them elasticity, texture and water
tightness, so you must take special care to avoid touching them with sharp objects that could
damage the structure of the button. When the button is worn-out or damaged it must be replaced
immediately.
•It’s also advisable not to leave the remote unnecessarily exposed to the sun's rays.
•Check that the battery holder contacts are free of dirt and rust and that they exert the spring return
force correctly.
ATTENTION!: before any manipulation proceed to deactivate the main switch of the
machine.
Generally, it’s advisable to carry out a complete revision of the water tightness devices that protect
both the receiver and the transmitter from bad weather conditions every now and then. It’s advisable
that this revision is done by a Technical Assistance Service accredited by ITOWA, since a bad
waterproofing can cause irreparable damage to the equipment.
In the case of the remote control, pay particular attention to the joints and rubber protections of the
different drives, replacing them immediately if they have been cut or suffered other damages.
ATTENTION!: Original spare parts should be used for any repairs, and the safety
features as well as those of the UHF transmitter and receiver, should never be altered.
To test the function of the active safety, simply actuate the EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON on the
transmitter while it is running. The general contactor must fall down immediately.
To check the operation of the passive safety, disconnect the power or remove the battery from the
transmitter. The general contactor should drop after within a maximum of 0.5 seconds.

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6.1. MAINTENANCE OF THE CHARGER
The following parts will be checked:
•Contacts (which must be free of dirt and rust).
•The correct display and indication of the LEDs.
If you have any questions or doubts, please do not hesitate to contact our Technical Assistance
Service or any of our authorized technicians.
6.2. BATTERY CHARGING
The batteries included in the ITOWA equipment have no memory effect, which means that they can be
put into charge without being completely discharged. For this reason, and in order to extend their
useful life, it’s recommended to use one battery every half working day.

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7. DISPLAYING THE WORKING CHANNEL
It is important to know the frequency channel in which you are working to make a frequency change or
to detect possible interferences from other equipment on the communication between the transmitter
and receiver.
To know the frequency channel of the transmitter, please follow the below steps:
Lock the STOP button.1)
Remove the battery.2)
Press the START button and, keeping it pressed, insert the battery.3)
The LEDs on the keypad will light up sequentially to verify its operation and then the frequency4)
channel will be displayed using the LEDs and as follows:
•First, the LED will blink as many times as tens has the frequency channel. If it is zero it will
not blink.
•Then the LED will blink as many times as units has the frequency channel. If it is zero, it will
not blink.
•Once have been displayed the tens and units, the transmitter can be started.

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8. CHANGE THE FREQUENCY BAND
ATTENTION!: THE CHANGE OF WORK FREQUENCY MUST BE DONE BY
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY.
ATTENTION!: IF THE BATTERY HAVE ARRIVED TO THE RESERVE FOR LOW
CHARGE, IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO SELECT A CHANGE OF FREQUENCY
MODE OR CHANGE THE FREQUENCY.
8.1. OPERATING MODE
The system can operate in three modes:
•Mode 1: frequency change disabled.
•Mode 2: frequency change in manual mode.
•Mode 3: frequency change in automatic mode.
ATTENTION!: THE SYSTEM IS DELIVERED WITH THE CHANGE OF FREQUENCY
IN AUTOMATIC MODE
To change the operating mode:
Image 8-1. Buttons used to configure the frequency change mode.
Lock the STOP button and remove the battery.1)
Press the START and UNIT buttons (see Image 8-1) at same time and, keeping them pressed,2)
insert the battery.
Wait until the initial sequence of LEDs is completely finished. At this point you can change the3)
frequency change mode. To do so, keep the START button pressed and release the UNITS
button. Now each press of the UNITS button will change the frequency change mode according to
the following sequence (from mode 3 to 1):
•Mode 1: frequency change disabled (one flash).
UNITS
E-STOP BUTTON
UNITS
E-STOP BUTTON
START
(2nd PUSH)
START
(2nd PUSH)
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•Mode 2: frequency change in manual mode (two flashes).
•Mode 3: frequency change in automatic mode (three flashes).
Once in the desired mode, press the VALIDATE key to save and exit this configuration mode.4)
8.2. AUTOMATIC CHANGE OF FREQUENCY PROCEDURE
ATTENTION!: TO MAKE A MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE, YOU MUST SELECT
PREVIOUSLY THE MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE MODE (MODE 2, SEE SECTION
8.1).
To change the working frequency automatically, proceed on the transmitter as follows:
In case you were working with the remote control, and as a safety measure, remove the battery1)
from the transmitter to disconnect the equipment.
Insert a charged battery. It is not possible to change frequency with a battery in reserve state.2)
Verify that the receiver is ready to work. The LEDs on it will light up as follows, which indicates3)
that there is voltage and does not detect the channel stays occupied by another system:
LED RUN: ON and RELAY LED: ON.
ATTENTION!: PLACE THE TRANSMITTER AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE
RECEIVER.
If the E-STOP BUTTON is locked (pushed in) it must be unlocked (released).4)
Press the START button (2nd press) to start the equipment and, keeping it pressed, interlock the5)
E-STOP BUTTON (see image 7.1). The equipment will select a new frequency automatically and
S1 LED blinks until the frequency change is validated by user.
Release START button and press VALIDATE button to confirm the change. Then S1 LED goes6)
off. You can wait 20 seconds or remove the battery to abort.
The new frequency channel is then displayed by the LEDs as follows:7)
•First the LED will blink as many times as tens of the new frequency channel. If it is zero, it
Image 8-2. Buttons used for automatic change of frequency
E-STOP BUTTON
E-STOP BUTTON
START
(2nd PUSH)
START
(2nd PUSH)
VALIDATE
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will not blink at all.
•Then the LED will blink as many times as there are units in the new frequency channel. If it
is zero, it will not blink at all.
•Once tens and units have been displayed, the transmitter can be started.
After changing the working channel, in order to continue operating with the radio control it is necessary
to unlock the E-Stop (E-STOP BUTTON) and press the START button. The indicator RELAY LED of
the receiver, will light up permanently, indicating that the stop and start relays are activated and,
consequently, the main electrical contactor of the machine should be rearmed, being able to operate
any manoeuvre now.
8.3. MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE PROCEDURE
ATTENTION!: TO MAKE A MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE, YOU MUST SELECT
PREVIOUSLY THE MANUAL FREQUENCY CHANGE MODE (MODE 2, SEE
SECTION 8.1)
To change the working frequency in manual mode, proceed on the transmitter as follows:
Image 8-3. Buttons used for manual frequency change.
In case you were working with the remote control, and as a safety measure, remove the battery1)
from the transmitter to disconnect the equipment.
Insert a charged battery. It is not possible to change frequency with a battery in reserve state.2)
Verify the receiver is ready to work. The LEDs of the same will light up as follows, which indicates3)
that there is voltage and does not detect the channel occupied by another system.
LED RUN: ON and RELAY LED: ON.
ATTENTION!: PLACE THE TRANSMITTER AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE
RECEIVER.
If the E-STOP BUTTON is locked (pushed in) it must be unlocked (released).4)
UNITS
E-STOP BUTTON
UNITS
E-STOP BUTTON
START
(2nd PUSH)
START
(2nd PUSH)
VALIDATE
VALIDATE
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Press the START button to start the equipment and, keeping it pressed, activate the E-STOP5)
BUTTON. The LED S1 keeps flashing while the transmitter waits for the user to change
frequency.
From this moment on, the user will have one minute to enter the new working channel. After this
time, the equipment will exit programming mode and will keep the old channel.
Enter the channel number using buttons UNITS and TENS (for example 27, by pressing the6)
button corresponding to the TENS twice and seven the UNITS button).
Press VALIDATE button to confirm and send selected channel to receiver.7)
The new frequency channel is then displayed by the LEDs as follows:8)
•First the LED will blink as many times as tens of the new frequency channel. If it is zero, it
will not blink at all.
•Then the LED will blink as many times as there are units in the new frequency channel. If it
is zero, it will not blink at all.
•Once tens and units have been displayed, the transmitter can be started.
After changing the working channel, in order to continue operating with the radio control it is necessary
to unlock the emergency stop button (E-STOP BUTTON) and press on the START button. The
indicator S1 of the receiver, if incorporated, will light up permanently, indicating that the stop and start
relays are activated and consequently, the general contactor of the machine should be rearmed, being
able to perform any maneuver now.
NOTE: If the manual frequency change has been initiated and the validate button is pressed without
first entering the units or tens, the radio control unit will automatically select the first channel of
the working band (see channel assignment tables in Section 9).

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9. CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT TABLE
RADIO CHANNELS
Country Scope Channels Frecuency Band
Outside the European Union Channels from 1 to 70 433-434 MHz Frecuency Band
Internal the European Union Channels from 41 to 70 433-434 MHz Frecuency Band
Outside the European Union Channels from 1 to 81 868-870 MHz Frecuency Band
Internal the European Union Channels from 1 to 24
Channels from 30 to 48
Channels from 58 to 68
Channels from 70 to 81
868-870 MHz Frecuency Band

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10. POSSIBLE INCIDENTS AND SOLUTIONS
INCIDENT STATE SOLUTION
The device won't start
None of the indicators
and from the remote
control light up
Check that the battery is correctly inserted.
Check the charge status of the battery or
replace it directly with a charged one.
Only LED S1 lights up
Stop Button error; replace the stop button
or the wire connection. If it still does not
work, contact the Technical Assistance
Service.
LED S1 blink Waiting for frequency change validation.
(see Section 8)
Only LED S2 lights up
If a new EEPROM has been inserted, the
transmitter is updating. Wait until S2 turns
off.
Or
There is some pushbutton activated when
start is pressed. Check that all the remote
control actuators are in rest position.
Both LEDs and from
transmitter blink
EEPROM error. Check on the remote
control that it’s inserted in its socket, if this
is the case and it still does not work,
contact the Technical Assistance Service.
The device doesn't
show errors but the
machine is not
working.
The receiver associated with
the remote control is
connected to the machine
but it still does not work
Connect the cable transmitter/cabin instead
of the receiver associated with the remote
control, and if the buttons do not activate
the outputs, it can be presumed that the
problem is with the machine.

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11. QUICK DISPLAY GUIDE
11.1. SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE REMOTE CONTROL LEDS
ICON
INDICATION
LED off
Slow blinking
Fast blinking
LED on steady
STATUS
LED
Remote control in operation
Communication between Tx/Rx (together with LED flashing, EEPROM
error).
Remote control stopped
STATUS
LED S1
Stop Button error.
Waiting for frequency change validation.
STATUS
LED S2
Control button activated when starting to run or update data.
STATUS
LED
Standby status or battery status Ok
Battery in reserve (backup)
Empty battery