Lippert components Ground control 2.0 User manual

Rev: 05.23.2017 Page 1 Ground Control® 2.0 Owner's Manual

Ground Control® 2.0

OWNER'S MANUAL

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System and Safety Information

TABLE OF CONTENTS

System and Safety Information 2

Prior To Operation 2

Basic Jack Operation 3

Dropping O Unit 3

Taking Up Strut Pin Slop (If JT Strong Arm Stabilizers Are Installed ONLY) 4

Reconnecting the Unit To A Tow Vehicle 4

Truck Hauler Operation (Manual ONLY) 4

Zero Point Calibration 5

Troubleshooting 5

Special Jack Error Codes 5

Touch Pad Error Codes 6

Preventative Maintenance Procedures 6

Notes 11

Failure to act in accordance with the following may result in death or serious injury.

The use of the Ground Control® 2.0 to support the unit for any reason other than that which it is intended is

prohibited by Lippert's limited warranty. The Lippert Ground Control® 2.0 is designed as a "leveling" system

only and should not be used to provide service for any reason under the coach such as changing tires or

servicing the leveling system.

Lippert Components Inc. recommends that a trained professional be employed to change the tire on the

unit. Any attempts to change tires or perform other service while unit is supported by the Ground Control®

2.0 could result in death, serious injury or damage to the 5th Wheel.

NOTES:

A. Be sure to park the unit on solid, level ground.

B. Clear all jack landing locations of debris and obstructions. Locations should also be free of

depressions.

C. When parking the unit on extremely soft surfaces, utilize load distribution pads under each jack.

D. People and pets should be clear of unit while operating leveling system.

E. Never lift the unit completely off the ground. Lifting the unit so the wheels are not touching the

ground will create an unstable and unsafe condition.

Prior To Operation

The leveling system shall only be operated under the following conditions:

1. The unit is parked on a reasonably level surface.

2. Be sure all persons, pets and property are clear of the coach while Lippert Ground Control® 2.0 is in

operation.

3. Make sure battery(ies) are fully charged and load test at 12+VDC.

4. Drop inner leg of both landing gear jacks to within 4-5 inches of the ground.

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Basic Jack Operation

1. Front Landing gear jacks.

2. Rear leveling jacks.

Landing Gear jacks can be operated any time the system is “ON” but NOT in the “AUTO MODE.” By pushing

the “FRONT” button, both front or landing gear jacks can be extended. By pushing either the “LEFT” or

“RIGHT” button, the individual front jacks can be extended. If the touch panel is put in the “RETRACT” mode,

indicated by the orange illuminated LED next to the “RETRACT” button, the front jacks can be retracted

together by pushing the “FRONT” button or individually by pressing either the “LEFT” or “RIGHT” button.

The rear jacks can only be operated when the touch panel is in the “MANUAL MODE.” Once system is in

“MANUAL MODE,” pressing the “REAR” button will extend both rear jacks at the same time. To operate

individual rear jacks, press the “LEFT” or “RIGHT” button first, depending on what is needed at the time, then

press the “REAR” button and hold both at the same time.

Dropping Off Unit

1. Park coach on level ground.

2. Chock all tires.

3. Make sure battery power is on.

4. Release front jack legs to within 4-5 inches from the ground by pulling out the quick release pin (Fig. 1A).

5. Release inner legs on rear leveling jacks — 2 (4-point) or 4 (6-point) — by pulling the quick release pins.

6. At this point, you may use automatic controls on your Linc™ remote if supplied. If no Linc remote is supplied,

continue to step 7. IMPORTANT: For Linc™ automatic leveling and retraction instructions, refer to your owner’s

packet.

7. Press “ON/OFF” button to turn panel on (Fig. 2E).

8. Push “UP ARROW” button (Fig. 2A) and scroll to “DROP FRONT JACKS” option on LCD screen.

9. Push “ENTER” button (Fig. 2B). Front legs will lower to ground and stop.

10. Disconnect 5th wheel latch.

11. Push “FRONT” button (Fig. 2D) to extend front landing gear jacks manually and lift front of vehicle to clear 5th

wheel plate.

12. Pull tow vehicle away and park at a safe distance.

13. Push “AUTO LEVEL” button (Fig. 2C). The unit will commence auto-level feature by setting front landing

gear jacks to level, then dropping rear jacks followed by a leveling sequence check. On the 6 point

system, the middle jacks will now lower to the ground to stabilize the unit. When auto-level sequence

is complete, LCD screen will indicate, “AUTO LEVEL SUCCESS.” “Level Jacks: Down” will then appear,

along with a green light in the middle of the jack buttons.

14. Press the “ON/OFF” button (Fig. 2E) to turn system off.

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

A

B

E

C

D

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Taking Up Strut Pin Slop (If JT Strong Arm Stabilizers Are Installed ONLY)

1. Ensure the leveling process has completed. LCD screen should read "Level Jacks: Down" (Fig. 3).

2. Push “FRONT” button (Fig. 3A) momentarily until front stabilizer pins are tight.

3. Enter manual mode, then push “REAR” button (Fig. 3B) momentarily until rear stabilizer pins are tight.

4. Push “ON/OFF” button (Fig. 3C) to turn system off.

Reconnecting The Unit To A Tow Vehicle

1. Be sure main power switch is “ON.”

2. Loosen J.T. Strong Arm Stabilizer “T” handles (if applicable).

3. Push Touch Pad “ON/OFF” button to turn system on.

4. Push “UP ARROW” to scroll to AUTO RETRACT REAR JACKS and push “ENTER.” Rear jacks will fully

retract and stop.

5. Push “LEFT” & “RIGHT” button together. Front will raise to previous drop off height. Push ”FRONT”

button if more height is needed.

6. Back tow vehicle to align 5th wheel hitch.

7. Push the scroll arrow to display “AUTO RETRACT ALL.”

8. Push “ENTER.” Landing Gear jacks will automatically retract and then stop.

9. Raise inner drop legs on all jacks and secure with quick release pull pin.

10. Turn “ON/OFF” button off.

Truck Hauler Operation (Manual ONLY)

1. Loosen J.T. Strong Arm Stabilizer “T” handles (if applicable).

2. Turn the Touch Panel “ON.” LED lights up green.

3. Push “FRONT” button to extend FRONT jacks to gain height.

4. To retract jacks:

A. Push “RETRACT” button; Orange LED lights up (Fig. 4).

B. Push the “FRONT” button to retract jacks and hook up vehicle.

Once 5th wheel is coupled, push “FRONT” button and hold until

jacks are fully retracted.

C. Push “ON/OFF” button to turn system off. Green light will go out.

D. Double check 5th wheel latch is secure and that all jacks are

retracted.

E. Ready to tow.

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

C

B

A

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Zero Point Calibration

The “Zero Point” is the programmed point that the unit will return to each time the Auto Level feature is

used. The “Zero Point” must be programmed prior to using the Auto Level feature to ensure the proper

operation of the system.

NOTE: Prior to starting this procedure, double check all connections on the controller, jacks and touch pad.

1. Manually run the jacks to level the unit. This is best achieved by placing a level in the center of the unit

and leveling it both front to back and then side to side. (See “Basic Jack Operation” for instructions on

how to manually operate the system).

2. Once the unit is level, turn off the touch pad.

3. With the touch pad off, press and release the “FRONT” button 10 times and then press and release the

“REAR” button 10 times.

4. The touch pad will flash and beep and the display will read “ZERO POINT CALIBRATION ENTER to set,

Power to Exit” (Fig. 5).

5. To set the current position as the zero point, press the “ENTER” button.

6. LCD display will read “Zero Point stability check” (Fig. 6).

7. LCD display will read “Zero point set successfully” once process is complete (Fig. 7).

8. The system will set this point as its level state and the touch pad will turn off.

Troubleshooting

Special Jack Error Codes

To clear one of these errors:

1. Correct or otherwise repair the issue (see the table below).

2. Extend all of the jacks at least 6 inches, then press and hold the “RETRACT” button on the touch pad

until the jacks begin retracting.

3. All of the jacks will retract fully to clear the error.

NOTE: Landing gear will also retract at this time. Ensure the 5th wheel hitch pin is supported by either the

tow vehicle or a tripod stand.

Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7

LCD Message What's Happening? What Should Be Done?

***ERROR***

LF Jack

RF Jack

LM Jack

RM Jack

LR Jack

RR Jack

Error at a specific jack

(left front, right front,

left rear, right rear).

Check harness connections

at controller and at jack. Check

jack for damage. Check harness

for damage. Repair or replace

as necessary.

Unexpected high

amp current stall.

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Preventative Maintenance Procedures

1. Remove dirt and road debris from jacks (and stabilizer struts if equipped) as needed.

2. If jacks are down for extended periods, it is recommended to spray exposed leveling jack tubes with

a spray lubricant every 3 months for protection. If your coach is located in a salty environment, it is

recommended to spray the rods every month.

Touch Pad Error Codes

NOTE: To clear an error from the touch pad, repair or otherwise correct the issue, then press “ENTER.” If the

error is still present, the message will be displayed again.

LCD Message What's Happening? What Should Be Done?

****ERROR****

Excess Angle

Controller not properly secured. Check and secure controller placement.

Excessive angle reached during

auto operation. Relocate the coach.

****ERROR****

Bad Calibration

Sensor calibration values are out of

range. Reset zero point.

****ERROR****

Feature Disabled

Front of coach below level when

starting Auto Level process (only

when trying to initiate Hitch

Recognition).

Raise front of coach above level and restart Auto

Level process.

Touch pad power not cycled

between consecutive leveling

operations.

Turn touch pad off and then back on to reset the

system.

Zero point not set. Set zero point.

****ERROR****

Low Voltage

Battery voltage dropped below

10.8V.

Check wiring for loose connection.

Test battery voltage under load - charge or replace.

****ERROR****

Out Of Stroke

Jack has reached maximum stroke

length and is unable to lift. Check disposition of jacks. Relocate the coach.

****ERROR****

External Sensor

Bad connection or wiring from the

controller to the rear sensor. Replace or repair connection to rear remote sensor.

****ERROR****

Jack Time Out

Time limit exceeded for the

requested auto operation. Check disposition of jacks.

****ERROR****

Auto Level Fail

Unable to auto level due to uneven

ground. Check disposition of jacks. Relocate the coach.

Unable to auto level due to zero

point being set incorrectly. Reset zero point.

**PANIC STOP**

Function Aborted

The user pressed a button on the

touch pad during an automatic

operation.

Restart automatic operation and then refrain from

pressing any buttons on the touch pad.

Ensure the unit is supported at both the front and rear with jack stands before performing any

troubleshooting or service to the unit. Failure to do so may result in death or personal injury.

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GROUND CONTROL® - 4 POINT ASSEMBLY

LEVELING AND STABILIZATION

Footpad Detail

Snapper PinSnapper PinSnapper Pin

Landing

Gear

Harness

Power and

Ground

Harness

Rear

Jack

Landing Gear

Controller

LCD

Touch

Pad

Rear Sensor

Harness

Set Screw

Manual

Override

Nut

LCD Touch

Pad Harness

Foot Pad Bolt-On

Pull Pin

Motor

Gearbox

Mounting

Bracket

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GROUND CONTROL® - 6 POINT ASSEMBLY

LEVELING AND STABILIZATION

Footpad Detail

Snapper PinSnapper PinSnapper Pin

Foot Pad Bolt-On

Pull Pin

Power and

Ground

Harness

Leveling

Jack Harness

Mounting

Bracket

Rear

Sensor

Controller

LCD Touch Pad

Motor

Gearbox

Leveling

Jack

Landing

Gear

Manual

Override

Nut

Set

Screw

Rear

Sensor

Harness

LCD Touch

Pad Harness

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GROUND CONTROL® COMPONENTS

LEVELING AND STABILIZATION

Callout Part # Description

A241846 Standard Landing Gear

B241845 Extended Landing Gear

C241844 Leveling Jack

D 297788 Foot Pad

E 280296 Set Screw

F 228031 Manual Override Nut

G241795 Tuson Motor

H 179015 Gear Box

I275403 Mounting Bracket

J119113 Bolt-On Pull Pin

K225598 Snapper Pin

L

245794 Rear Leveling Jack Harness

277984 Middle Leveling Jack Harness

245795 Landing Gear Harness

ABCDEF

GH

IJK

L

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GROUND CONTROL® COMPONENTS

LEVELING AND STABILIZATION

Callout Part # Description

M234802 LCD Touch Pad

N232201 Rear Sensor

O232937 LCD Touch Pad Harness

P243688 Rear Sensor Harness

Q 245796 Power and Ground Harness

R242623 Ground Countrol 2.0 4 Point Controller

S276452 Ground Countrol 2.0 6 Point Controller

M

N

O P

Q

RS

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Notes

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LCI prohibits the copying or dissemination of portions of this manual unless prior written consent from an

authorized LCI representative has been provided. Any unauthorized use shall void any applicable warranty.

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of LCI.

Revised editions are available for free download from www.lci1.com.

Please recycle all obsolete materials.

For all concerns or questions, please contact

Lippert Components, Inc.

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