Wingguard User Manual - Hanger Rash Prevention with Wingguard
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1. USER SHALL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD WINGGUARD HARMLESS FOR ANY DAMAGES OR INJURIES SUSTAINED AS A RESULT OF USER S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS USER MANUAL BY USE OF THE WINGGAURD SYTEM USER EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT HAS READ THE USER MANUAL AND AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE SAME Confidential Information User acknowledges that the Wingguard system Hardware and Software design is the property of Wingguard LLC and is protected under United States of America copyright laws and international copyright treaties User further acknowledges that the structure organization and code of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Wingguard LLC and that the Software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of Wingguard LLC User further agrees not to decompile disassemble modify reverse assemble reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works based on the Software2. batteries are fully charged test the entire Wingguard system in a controlled environment before putting the system back into use on an aircraft If error is still present the Control Panel may have a defective lithium ion battery Error 0004 Engine kill option This error only appears when the engine kill preset zone is breached To clear the error power down the Control Panel move the obstruction and try again Chapter 5 Wiring Engine Kill At User s option the engine kill option can be wired into the ignition circuit on your tow vehicle Purchase a DC relay that matches your vehicle battery voltage and wire according to this diagram 11 Ignition DC Relay V The Control Panel uses an open collector N channel FET capable of driving a 50v 220mA relay load WARNING Wingguard is neither responsible for providing mechanical and or wiring instructions to enable the engine kill option nor liable for any damages or injuries caused by the failure of engine kill capability to function properly The instructions regarding wiring for the engine kill option are provided in this user manual solely for convenience and are not to be relied upon exclusively User is advised to consult a licensed mechanic and or electrician in order to ensure adequate configuration of the tow vehicle wiring User hereby acknowledges that User s decision to wire the engine kill option is undertaken at User s own risk Chapter 6 Legal Info
3. E AE EA F eT E I A Pole VW WET 7 Va L INNOVATIVE AIRCRAFT PROTECTION Wingguard User Manual NN DDD OD mB WWW Ww Ww LO o 00 00 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 13 13 13 13 Contents Chapter 1 Wingguard at a Glance Introduction Summary of Wingguard System Technical Specifications Warnings Buttons LCD Display Chapter 2 Basic Operation Distance Measuring Sensor Attachment Extension Pole Operation Control Panel Attachment System Use Distance Measuring Sensor Removal Chapter 3 Parameter Setup Setting Zone Distances Multiple Wingguard System Use Engine Kill Disabling Distance Measuring Sensors Chapter 4 Error Codes Error 0001 Error 0002 Error 0003 Error 0004 Chapter 5 Wiring Engine Kill Option Chapter 6 Legal Information FCC Regulations Lithium Battery Replacement and Disposal Warranty Disclaimer Limitation Remedies Limitation of Liability Instructions Disclaimer Usage Agreement Confidential Information Chapter 1 Wingguard System at a Glance Introduction Many aircraft suffer unnecessary damage on the ground while being towed and maneuvered in and around the airport environment This includes being towed in and out of aircraft hangars as well as being towed in the proximity of ground equipment that supports aircraft operations When the damage does occur this is commonly known as hangar rash or ground incident occurrences These incidence
4. adjust zone 2 proximity distance Default value 6 feet Use Up Down buttons to adjust zone to desired distance within the range of 4 to 8 feet Go to parameter 3 to adjust zone 3 proximity distance Default value 10 feet Use Up Down buttons to adjust zone to desired distance within the range of 8 to 12 feet Go to parameter 4 to adjust zone 4 proximity distance Default value 14 feet Use Up Down buttons to adjust zone to desired distance within the range of 12 to 16 feet Multiple Wingguard System Use When multiple Wingguard Systems are used within the same airport each Control Panel s communication address must match the Distance Measuring Sensors assigned to it Locate the communication address printed on the Distance Measuring Sensors before adjusting this parameter All eight Distance Measuring Sensor s communication address must match the Control Panel s communication address for the Wingguard system to work properly Go to parameter 5 to adjust the Control Panel s communication address Default value 7 Use Up Down buttons to adjust the communication address within the range of 1 to 9 Engine Kill Go to parameter 6 to specify and or adjust the Zone breach that activates the engine kill output Default value 2 Use Up Down buttons to adjust the engine kill zone within the range of 1 to 4 WARNING The engine kill capability is discussed as an added conv
5. anel s status indicates Faulted use the error number displayed in the Value area see pg 4 to troubleshoot the system Error 0001 Distance Measuring Sensor Communication Error Number displayed in the Parameter area see graphic on pg 4 indicates which Distance Measuring Sensor lost communication with the Control Panel Reset the Distance Measuring Sensor by placing a magnet over the reset marker located on the side of the case Cycle power on the Control Panel to reset the Faulted state and test the entire Wingguard system ina controlled environment before putting the system back into use on an aircraft If error is still present after enabling ultrasonic measuring the Distance Measuring Sensor may be out of communication range or may need repair Error 0002 Distance Measuring Sensor Battery Error Number displayed in the Parameter area see graphic on pg 4 indicates which Distance Measuring Sensor has a low battery Power off and charge the Control panel and all Distance Measuring Sensors Once batteries are fully charged test the entire Wingguard system in a controlled environment before putting the system back into use on an aircraft If error is still present after enabling ultrasonic measuring the Distance Measuring Sensor may have a defective lithium ion battery Error 0003 Control Panel Battery Error Power off and charge the Control panel and all Distance Measuring Sensors Once
6. ation of Liability IN NO EVENT SHALL WINGGUARD BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST REVENUES AND PROFITS THE RIGHT TO RECOVER DAMAGES WITHIN THE LIMITATIONS SET FORTH HEREIN IS BUYER S EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATIVE REMEDY IF THE LIMITED REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE THE PARTIES AGREE THAT THIS EXCLUSIVE ALTERNATIVE REMEDY WILL BE ENFORCEABLE IF THE LIMITED REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE Instructions Disclaimer Wingguard is pleased to offer instructions on the use of its products However Wingguard neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability for any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information provided by Wingguard either verbal or written Usage Agreement CAUTION Use the Wingguard system at your own risk When misused the Winguard System can be unsafe To reduce the risk of unsafe operation carefully review and understand all aspects of this User Manual CAUTION It is the user s responsibility to use the Wingguard System prudently The Wingguard System is intended to be used only as an innovative aide in helping prevent collision occurrences from happening and must not be used for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction distance separation or other All other necessary and required safety precautions must be taken before towing the aircraft
7. enience for User which User may utilize at User s option However Wingguard is not responsible for providing mechanical and or wiring instructions to ensure engine kill capabilities function as intended User undertakes the engine kill option at User s own risk In no event shall Wingguard be liable for any damages resulting from User s decision to initiate engine kill capabilities Disabling Distance Measuring Sensors The Wingguard system offers the flexibility of using only the amount of Distance Measuring Sensors needed for your application To disable any of the unneeded Distance Measuring Sensors go to Parameters 7 14 Go to parameter 7 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 1 Default value 1 Use Up Down buttons to enable 1 or disable 0 the sensor Go to parameter 8 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 2 Default value 1 Go to parameter 9 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 3 Default value 1 Go to parameter 10 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 4 Default value 1 Go to parameter 11 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 5 Default value 1 Go to parameter 12 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 6 Default value 1 Go to parameter 13 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 7 Default value 1 Go to parameter 14 to disable or enable Distance Measuring Sensor 8 Default value 1 10 Chapter 4 Error Codes When the Control P
8. hile being towed Some objects may not be detected by the Wingguard System due to shape size density material reflection or other unforeseen reasons Some inclement weather and atmospheric conditions may affect the accuracy of the Distance Measuring Sensors detection ability The maintenance and operation of the aircraft tow vehicles shall fully comply with all relevant laws regulations and guidelines including but not limited to those promulgated by the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Business Aviation Association In no event shall Wingguard LLC be liable for any damage or injuries sustained as result of improper maintenance or operation of tow vehicles Do not use the Wingguard System before reading the User Manual Always use the Wingguard System in accordance with the User Manual Do not disassemble modify or tamper with the Wingguard System Doing so may cause the Wingguard System to malfunction The speed of the tow vehicle should always be at a slow controllable speed while towing the aircraft The operator of the tow vehicle must always be aware of surrounding environment of the aircraft under tow Use caution when placing and removing the Distance Measuring Sensors on the aircraft Remove all Distance Measuring Sensors from the aircraft before operating the aircraft engines Make sure all suction cups on both the Distance Measuring Sensor cases as well as extension pole are firmly secure t
9. left front side wing with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 2 on the left back side wing with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 3 on the left back side horizontal stabilizer with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 4 on either side of the vertical stabilizer with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 5 on the right back side horizontal stabilizer with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 6 on the right back side wing with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 7 on the right front side wing with the arrow pointing out Place sensor 8 on the back of the tow vehicle with the arrow pointing out For aircraft with taller vertical stabilizer tail place sensor case with extension pole Extension Pole Operation Extend extension pole to desired height Secure pole suction cup to the flat side of the Sensor Case Push sensor case against the aircraft with the extension pole so that the suction cup on the Sensor Case attaches to aircraft Pull the string attached to the Extension Pole suction cup in order to detach the Extension Pole from Sensor Case To remove sensor case place pole suction cup firmly on bottom of Sensor Case Pull on the remove before flight flag to break suction of cup on Sensor Case Make sure suction cup of the Extension Pole is firmly secured to Sensor Case to help prevent injury to yourself or others or damage the aircraft Control Panel Attachment The Control Panel can either be mo
10. o avoid bodily injury Buttons On the Control Panel there is a row of buttons below the LCD display use these to navigate the unit 2 3 4 5 6 N 4 tf Up Down Enter p 4 N This is the power button press to turn the Control Panel on off This is the ultrasonic button press to enable the Distance Measuring Sensors Go to Parameter Setup section to see function Go to Parameter Setup section to see function Go to Parameter Setup section to see function This is the backlight button press to turn on the LCD backlight D1 BRUNE LCD Display Master Unit Status ist zone Healthy 2nd zone Faulted 3rd zone 4th zone FLE ET Valuel LJ Ld L qe eel Parameter Numbers and red circles indicate the necessary position of each Distance Measuring Sensor as well as the direction in which each one should transmit for proper use Zones distinguish distance intervals between the Distance Measuring Sensor and an obstruction Zone numbers decrease as the distance between the Distance Measuring Sensor and an obstruction decreases Audible tones accompany Zone breaching with increased frequency as Zone level decreases Chapter 2 Basic Operation Distance Measuring Sensor Attachment As you are facing the front of the aircraft start placing the Distance Measuring Sensors in a counter clockwise motion around the aircraft Place sensor 1 on the
11. r you you can call 1 800 8 BATTERY or 1 877 2 RECYCLE 12 Warranty Disclaimer Wingguard System and its component parts are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of 1 year after shipment to the original customer This is solely limited to the repair or replacement of defective products This limited warranty does not cover the following items 1 Parts required for normal maintenance 2 Parts covered by a component manufacturers warranty 3 Any product that has been altered or modified from its original design 4 Any product that has been damaged due to misuse shipping accident improper installation neglect fire water fuel or any other liquids If you have a problem that may require service contact Wingguard immediately Do not attempt to repair or disassemble a product without first contacting Wingguard as any action may affect warranty coverage When you contact Wingguard be prepared to provide the following information 1 Product Model Number 2 Product Serial Number 3 Description of the problem If warranty coverage is approved either replacement parts will be sent or the product will have to be returned to Wingguard for repairs If the product is to be returned a Return Material Authorization RMA number will be issued for reference purposes on any shipping documents Failure to obtain a RMA in advance of returning an item will result in a service fee A decision on the extent of the war
12. ranty coverage on returned products is reserved pending inspection at Wingguard Any shipments to Wingguard must be shipped freight prepaid Freight costs on shipments to customers will be paid by Wingguard on any warranty claims only Any unauthorized modification or improper repair of the Wingguard System or any component parts or use of same outside the design limits or in violation of cautions and warnings in any manual as updated or safety bulletins published or delivered by Wingguard will immediately void any warranty express or implied THE OBLIGATIONS OF WINGGUARD EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WITHOUT LIMITATION TO THE FULLEST EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY LAW THIS EXCLUSION OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS EXTENDS TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY MERCHANTABLE QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND THOSE ARISING BY STATUTE OR OTHERWISE IN LAW OR FROM A COURSE DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE SAID WARRANTIES BEING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED Limitation Remedies BUYERS AGREES THAT ITS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AGAINST WINGGUARD WILL BE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR AND THE REPLACEMENT OF NONCONFORMINGOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS PROVIDED WINGGUARD IS PROMPTLY NOTIFIED IN WRITING OF ANY DEFECT THIS EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL NOT BE DEEMED TO HAVE FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE SO LONG AS WINGGUARD IS WILLING TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS 13 Limit
13. rmation FCC Regulations This Wingguard System and its component parts Equipment have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING IN NO EVENT SHALL WINGGUARD BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES FROM RADIO INTERFERENCE CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY THE WINGGUARD SYSTEM Lithium Battery Replacement and Disposal Contact Wingguard for Battery Replacement All batteries must be properly disposed of in approved containers To locate a center nea
14. s unfortunately happen too often The result of the damage can be very costly to fix as well as costly due to the time of the equipment being unusable The purpose of the Wingguard System is to provide an innovative aide that can be used to help limit the occurrence of such incidents Summary of Wingguard System The Wingguard System consists of eight wireless Distance Measuring Sensors one Control Panel a portable case with built in charger and an extension pole Seven wireless Distance Measuring Sensors are placed on the aircraft one is placed on the back of the tow vehicle and the Control Panel is placed on the tow vehicle for the operator to view Technical Specifications Wireless communication range of 400 between the Distance Measuring Sensors and the Control panel Range may vary due to environmental conditions 11 hour estimated battery life after fully charged lithium ion cell Normal operating temperature range 4 F to 104 F Warnings The Wingguard System is to be used as an aide to further enhance aircraft towing safety and are not substitutes for the safe proper towing of aircraft in compliance with all relevant laws regulations and guidelines The Wingguard System should only be used as an additional tool to reduce the risks associated with the towing of aircraft and should not be substituted for people walking the wing tips and tail of the aircraft or other prudent necessary and or required safety measures w
15. unted temporarily or permanently with the brackets provided System Use CAUTION Always confirm proper operation and function of the Wingguard System by use in a controlled environment before attempting to operate the Wingguard System on the aircraft Turn the Control Panel on by pressing the on off button Caution before operating the Wingguard System make sure the communication address displayed on the Control Panel s LCD during power up matches the communication address printed on each Distance Measuring Sensor If this number does not match immediately stop operating the Wingguard System and see the Parameter Setup chapter Enable all of the Distance Measuring Sensors by pressing the ultrasonic button The Control Panel sounds a continuous tone until each Distance Measuring Sensor has communicated its first measurement with the Control Panel When all zones are clear of obstructions the Control Panel will be silent and all zone indicators will be visible on the LCD Audible tones will begin when Zone 4 is breached with increased frequency as distances decreases and more zones are breached When Zone 1 is breached the tone will sound continuous again When all zones are clear proceed to drive tow vehicle slowly until aircraft is in desired parking spot While the Distance Measuring Sensors are enabled if the Zone designated to trigger an engine kill is breached the tow vehicle s engine will stall To avoid personal inj
16. ury and aircraft damage always drive the tow vehicle at a slow controllable speed and always be aware of surrounding environment To turn the Wingguard system off press the ultrasonic button to disable the Distance Measuring Sensors and then press the power button to turn off the Control Panel Place the Control Panel and all eight Distance Measuring Sensors into the case to charge before using again Each device has its own charging LED to indicate the charging action If the LED is on the lithium ion cell is charging If the LED is off the lithium ion cell is fully charged Distance Measuring Sensor Removal All Distance Measuring Sensor cases must be removed from the aircraft before the start of the aircraft engines Remove each Distance Measuring Sensor case by pulling on remove before flight flag to break suction of the suction cup Chapter 3 Parameter Setup Press the Up and Down button simultaneously to enter the parameter programming mode Parameter one is displayed Press the Enter button to accept changes and move to next parameter Setting Zone Distances Distance in feet appears in the value area on the LCD display see page 4 Use this value to set at what proximity the zone is indicated as breached Go to parameter 1 to adjust zone 1 proximity distance Default value 2 feet Use Up Down buttons to adjust zone to desired distance within the range of 1 to 4 feet Go to parameter 2 to
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