Shadow Caddy SC-1000 User manual

Shadow Caddy SC-1000
Owners Manual
SC-1000: Manual Version 1.4
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Table of Contents
Read this rst ii
Section One: Introduction and Safety
Information
Welcome to a better way to play golf 1.2
Overview of the Shadow Caddy 1.3
Safety and warnings 1.4
Section Two: How to use your Shadow Caddy
Knowing Your Shadow Caddy 1.8
Getting Started 2.2
Unpacking the Shadow Caddy 2.2
Using the Caddy 2.6
Section Three: Maintaining your
Shadow Caddy
Maintaining Your Shadow Caddy 3.1
Battery Recharging 3.1
Cleaning the Shadow Caddy 3.4
Tyre Pressure 3.4
Transporting Your Caddy 3.5
Section Four: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 4.1
Section Five: Specications, Warranty and
Regulatory Data
Specications 5.1
Declaration of Conformity: AS 4268-2003 5.2
Product Model No: SC-1000 5.2
Limited Product Warranty Information 5.3
Contacts 5.5
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The Shadow Caddy manual is an important
document and reference. Please keep it in a
safe place.
The specications and descriptions in this
manual are accurate at the time of printing but,
because of our commitment to continuous
product improvement and development, we
reserve the right to make changes in appearance
and specication at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation.
Throughout this manual you will nd two
important symbols. The Warning symbol, and
the Caution/Reminder/Important symbol.
Please take note and adhere to these at all times.
Warning: This symbol is to warn you to be
especially careful to avoid personal injury.
Caution/Reminder/Important: This symbol
is used to either prevent you from damaging
your Shadow Caddy or to draw your attention to
important information.
The Shadow Caddy Australian and international
patents pending (International PCT Patent
Application No: PCT/AU2007/000670,
Publication No: WO 2007/131299)
The Shadow Caddy system rmware and
software are protected by Australian and
international copyright.
“Just Play” and the Shadow Caddy logo
are registered trademarks of Your Shadow
Technologies Pty Ltd.
Read this rst
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1
Introduction and
safety information
Section One
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Thank you for choosing Shadow Caddy
To ensure the enjoyable and trouble free
operation of your new Shadow Caddy, we urge
you to read this manual carefully and follow
its recommendations.
Although your warranty may cover defects in
material or workmanship, we would recommend
that you consider general insurance as you
would with other similar products, especially
those rented out to consumers on a regular
basis.
We wish to assure you of our continuing
interest in your golng pleasure and complete
satisfaction in your Shadow Caddy.
For the latest information or should you require
any further assistance, please visit
www.shadowcaddy.com
or email us at [e-mail]
Welcome to a better way to play golf
1.2 | Introduction and Safety Information
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Overview of the Shadow Caddy
The Shadow Caddy is an intelligent robot that
carries your golf clubs, following faithfully
behind you, allowing you to focus on your
game.
It achieves this by using its patented system
of following a signal emitted by a transmitter
carried by the golfer.
The Shadow Caddy has an integrated Object
Detection System so that when it detects a
person, animal or other object in its path the
system is designed to stop, providing power to
the motors and engaging the brakes to avoid a
collision. For extra protection and to minimize
the potential for harm in the event of a collision,
the Shadow Caddy apparatus is speed limited,
to minimize the kinetic energy of the device, to
a speed less than 8.0 (eight) kilometers per hour.
The Shadow Caddy is to be exclusively used for
the transportation of golf clubs weighing less
than 30 (thirty) kilograms. The Shadow Caddy is
not designed for the transportation of humans,
especially children, animals, heavy goods,
liquids (except for drinks in the drinks holder), or
dangerous goods of any kinds. Transportation
of such items on the Shadow Caddy is strictly
prohibited. The device is to be operated
outdoors away from ames or ammable liquids
or gases.
The Shadow Caddy follows a Radio Frequency
(RF) signal transmitted by the Radio
Transmission Unit (RTU). The Shadow Caddy is
susceptible to strong external interference. In
the presence of external interference the Caddy
may stop following. If this occurs please operate
the Shadow Caddy in a location away from the
source of interference.
The user must at all times operate the device
in a safe manner and adhere to all warnings
described in this manual.
Introduction and Safety Information | 1.3
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Safety and warnings
Read the manual before operating the Shadow Caddy for1.
the rst time
Adhere to all operating warnings outlined in this manual2.
whilst operating The Shadow Caddy system
Never operate The Shadow Caddy in an environment3.
or manner that may be unsafe
The Caddy should only be serviced by an authorised4.
individual
The Shadow Caddy is sold to you on the condition5.
that it must only be used in the country in which it
was purchased and must not under any circumstances
be exported to a third country without Your Shadow
Technologies’ written permission.
1.4 | Introduction and Safety Information
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The Shadow Caddy has sophisticated safety
features such as a Object Detection System and
the ability to stop if it loses signal from the RTU
or if the RTU is tilted from the vertical (as would
be the case if the operator trips and falls).
Although this and other safety features are built
into the unit, care must always be taken when
operating any robotic device and the Shadow
Caddy is no exception.
Please note the following warnings:
The Shadow Caddy is to be operated on1.
a golf course.
The device is only to be operated by a2.
competent adult (minimum 18 years of age
unless accompanied by an adult).
The adult operating the device should be3.
authorised to do so and in possession of an
RTU unit.
Maintain a clearance of at least 1 metre on4.
all sides at all times.
In conned spaces and on metal bridges,5.
use the “Reverse” mode to manually steer
the Caddy to open ground.
Shadow Caddy is to be exclusively used to6.
transport golf clubs weighing less than 30
(thirty) kilograms.
Shadow Caddy must not be operated7.
by a user under the inuence of alcohol,
medicines or non-prescribed drugs.
Shadow Caddy is not under any8.
circumstances be used to transport people,
children or any animal.
Shadow Caddy is never to be used to9.
transport dangerous or hazardous material.
Shadow Caddy is not to be operated in a10.
hazardous or explosive atmosphere.
Shadow Caddy is designed to be operated11.
only with its top cover closed and locked,
making its internal machinery inaccessible
to the general public.
Never attempt to move the Caddy with the12.
top cover open.
Introduction and Safety Information | 1.5
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The Caddy functions by detecting a radio13.
frequency signal transmitted from the Radio
Transmission Unit (RTU). In the presence
of high levels of interference or jamming
the Caddy may stop or may not operate
correctly. If this occurs the Caddy will
disengage the FOLLOW ME and stop. If the
interference continues, manually move the
Caddy away from ITS source by using the
REVERSE button and then re-engage the
FOLLOW ME mode.
Never operate the Caddy with the RTU in14.
your hands or above waist height. Always
keep the transmitter at waist level centred on
your back.
Do not operate the Shadow Caddy if the15.
Object Detection System is faulty or if the
Object Detection sensors are obstructed,
dirty or badly scratched.
If the Object Detection System housing
is obstructed, dirty or if the clear
polycarbonate housing is clouded or has
a signicant lm of moisture, discontinue
use of the Caddy until the housing is clean
and transparent again. If the housing is
damaged call the Shadow Caddy service
department.
In the presence of highly reective radio16.
frequency surfaces the Caddy may follow
the reected signal rather than the signal
transmitted by the RTU. Avoid the operation
of the Caddy near highly reective surfaces
such as metallic bridges.
Do not switch on the RTU or attempt to17.
operate the Shadow Caddy if the Caddy and
the RTU are on opposite sides of infra red
transparent material or glass
Do not operate the Caddy near an edge or18.
surface that may cause it to tip, roll or cause
injury.
Keep all battery chargers dry and ventilated19.
at all times. Do not operate a charger if it or
the Caddy charger socket has been or can
be exposed to moisture or if the case of any
cable being damaged.
Only place the batteries provided with the20.
RTU into the recharging system. Batteries
provided by a third party may short circuit
or otherwise damage the recharge systems
and/or may explode.
The machinery is only to be serviced by21.
Shadow Caddy authorised personnel. No
modications to the electronics, safety or
propulsion systems are to be undertaken
without the express written permission of
Shadow Caddy Pty Ltd.
The Shadow Caddy is sold to you on the22.
condition that it must only be used in the
country that it was purchased and must
not under any circumstances be exported
to a third country without Your Shadow
Technologies’ written permission.
1.6 | Introduction and Safety Information
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2
How to use your
Shadow Caddy
Section Two
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Knowing Your Shadow Caddy
Nose Cone Detail
Body lock8.
Follow me / stay switch9.
Reverse switch10.
Bulk head assembly11.
Drinks Holder12.
Object Detection sensors13.
Top View
Bag well mat1.
Bag well2.
Bag Straps3.
Bag support (lowered)4.
Sand bucket containers & brackets5.
Follow Me™ antennae6.
Nose cone7.
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1.8 | How to Use Your Shadow Caddy
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Front wheel assembly14.
Bag support (raised)15.
Charge plug connection16.
Rear wheel assembly17.
Top View – Caddy Open
Battery array: Batteries 1 and 218.
Left hand motor & gearbox assembly19.
Right hand motor & gearbox assembly20.
Manual brake levers21.
Isolating power switch (circuit breaker)22.
Electronics box 123.
Electronics box 224.
Battery array: Batteries 3 and 425.
Battery clamp26.
USB stick connection (loose cable)27.
Key switch28.
Key switch bracket29.
Headstock assembly30.
Side View
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Getting Started
Unpacking the Shadow
Caddy
Caution: Do not lift – the Shadow Caddy is
heavy. Attempting to lift the Caddy may cause
injury or damage to the Caddy
Cut the strapping and remove the lid1.
Remove the plastic protection wrap2.
The Shadow Caddy comes to you fully3.
assembled. In the box, you will nd the
following parts.
Shadow Caddy (assembled)•
Radio Transmission Unit (RTU)•
Main charger for the Shadow Caddy•
Charging rack for RTU batteries•
4 x AA batteries for the RTU•
Owners manual•
Keys for the Shadow Caddy•
Body lock key•
Should any of the parts be missing, please
contact Shadow Caddy on 1300 794 931,
email us at [e-mail] or
visit www.shadowcaddy.com
2.2 | How to Use Your Shadow Caddy
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How to Use Your Shadow Caddy | 2.3
First steps
Important: The steps that follow describe
normal operating procedures. If you experience
any problems with the operating steps that
follow, please refer to Section 4 – Troubleshooting.
Open the top cover
1. case using the “body
lock key” provided.
Ensure the motor brakes are engaged.
2.
The brakes are engaged by turning the
metal levers on the motors to point
vertically.
Close the
3. CIRCUIT BREAKER by sliding
the lever as indicated to the right.
Opening & closing the circuit breaker:
Please note that whilst the lever must be
used to close the circuit, the button is used to
release or open the circuit. Failure to follow
this procedure may result in damage to the
circuit breaker.
Closing the circuit1.
Opening the circuit2.
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Close the top cover and lock it4. with the
“body lock key”.
Switch the Caddy on (switch is under the5.
bag support). The operating system on the
Caddy will begin to boot and the brakes will
disengage – you may now manually roll the
Caddy o the base plate.
Look out for the following sequence to
indicate that the Caddy is booting up
correctly:
both LEDs (red and green) are solidi.
during boot up;
a short sequence of beeps is heard toii.
indicate successful boot up; then
The RED LED remains on and only the GREEN
LED goes out when the system has correctly
booted up.
Note: Once the Caddy has nished booting up,
the brakes will re-engage. Should you need to
release the brakes again:
Switch the Caddy o and on again. The•
brakes will be released for approximately 30
seconds during the bootup phase.
Alternatively, disable the brakes by•
manually moving the metal levers at the
front of each motor away from the vertical
position.
Be sure to re-engage the brakes by returning
the levers to the vertical position when you
have nished moving it.
Warning: Remember to return the levers
to the vertical position to re-engage the
brakes before resuming normal operation:
Remember also not to move the Caddy with
the top cover open.
Insert two FULLY CHARGED AA batteries
6.
into the RTU (Radio Transmission Unit) and
close the cover.
The Caddy may now be charged to prepare7.
it for normal operation
2.4 | How to Use Your Shadow Caddy
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Important: The Caddy will arrive with some
charge, allowing you to move the Caddy and
ensure it is functional (before testing the
Caddy, please read ‘Using your Caddy’ – Page 2.6
overleaf). However, it is not fully charged and
MUST be charged for 10 hours before it is ready
for normal operation.
How to Use Your Shadow Caddy | 2.5
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Following these simple steps will ensure that
you nd the Shadow Caddy simple, safe and
pleasurable to use.
Switch on the RTU1. by turning the knob
clockwise. A bright blue light on the RTU
will turn on and begin ashing at one
second intervals.
Clip the RTU to your trousers / belt/skirt2.
in the middle of your back at waist height.
Warning: Do not operate the Caddy whilst
holding the RTU. The RTU MUST be clipped
to your back before beginning operation
and at ALL TIMES whilst the caddy is in
FOLLOW ME mode.
NEVER switch o the RTU whilst the Caddy
is in FOLLOW ME mode. This may cause
the Caddy to lurch forward causing injury.
Ensure that the red light on the nose
3.
cone is illuminated (i.e. that the Caddy is
NOT in FOLLOW ME mode).
2.6 | How to Use Your Shadow Caddy
Using the Caddy
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To start the Caddy at any time,4. stand
directly in front of the Shadow Caddy and
press the FOLLOW ME/WAIT button.
The green LED should now illuminate.
Walk, initially in a straight line, away from
the Shadow Caddy.
Operate from
within this
zone
To stop the Caddy at any time,5. press either
button on the nose cone – the red light will
illuminate indicating that the Caddy will not
follow.
If for whatever reason the Caddy loses6.
the RTU signal or if the Object Detection
sensors are activated, the Caddy will give
a long beep and stop. If this occurs, repeat
Step 4.
If you wish to reverse the Caddy7. , press
the button labelled “REVERSE”and hold
it down. It is normal for there to be a slight
pause before the Caddy begins moving.
Walk with the Caddy in reverse using two
hands to manually steer the device. To
resume FOLLOW ME mode, repeat Step 4.
When nished,8. stop the Caddy by pressing
either button on the nose cone – the red
light will illuminate. Then turn the switch
under the bag support moulding to the OFF
position.
Switch o the RTU9. and return it to the Pro
Shop
Reminder: The green light on the nose cone
indicates that the Shadow Caddy will follow,
whilst the red light indicates that it will not.
Either button on the nose cone will stop the
Shadow Caddy
How to Use Your Shadow Caddy | 2.7
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2.8 | How to Use Your Shadow Caddy
Warning: Never operate the caddy using the
RTU (radio transmitting unit) when in tight
areas, when inside or when storing the Caddy.
Potential interference from power cables, metal
structures such as roller doors, galvanised
sheds or walls, may cause the Caddy to behave
erratically causing damage or injury.
Instead, always use the REVERSE button to
manually manoeuvre the caddy.
Important: When storing the Caddies, ensure
that the RTU (radio transmitting unit) is stored
in a separate and safe place. In case of theft, this
prevents the Caddy from being used.
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