Gomaco Commander III - User Manual

Commander III
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Chapter II Controls and Gauges
01—Content of Chapter
This chapter describes engine, hydraulic, and
electrical controls. It also gives the basic operating
procedures for the Commander III. Read this chapter
thoroughly to identify the controls and operations. Only
qualied personnel should be allowed to operate the
Commander III. Pay particular attention to all safety
statements.
02—Tier III Engine Controls and Gauges
Note: Control panels may differ according to
engine make and model installed in the machine.
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Air Filter Restriction Indicator: Monitors the amount
of engine air intake restriction. As the air intake
restriction increases, the red line will move higher on
the indicator. When the engine is shut down, the red
line will lock in place. When “red” shows in the service
indicator window, the air lter needs to be replaced.
Push in on the button in the bottom and release it to
reset the indicator.
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12 Volt Power Outlet: Used to power external
devices that require 12 volts. Provides a maximum of
15 amps of 12 V power. Lift the protective cover and
insert the adaptor plug into the receptacle.
Ignition Switch: “On/off/start” positions. “Off” position
shuts off the electrical power to the electronic controls
and stops the engine. “On” position supplies electrical
power to the electronic controls and the engine fuel
solenoid to open it. “Start” position is used for starting
the engine. After the engine starts, allow the switch to
return to the “on” position. Turning the ignition switch
to the “off” position will stop the engine.
Engine Diagnostic Gauge: The LCD display shows
engine operating parameters and diagnostic trouble
codes. An amber light in the upper left corner of
the display will come on if there is an active engine
service code. A red light in the upper right corner of
the display will come on if there is a service code that
requires the engine to reduce its speed or shutdown.
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Menu buttons: Touch the menu button to enter or exit
a menu.
Left arrow: Touch the left arrow to move up or to the
left.
Right arrow: Touch the right arrow to move down or to
the right.
Enter button: Touch the enter button to enter a
highlighted item.

Summary

Tier III Engine Controls and Gauges

12 Volt Power Outlet

Powers external 12V devices up to 15 amps.

Ignition Switch

Controls engine start, on, and off positions.

Engine Diagnostic Gauge

LCD displays engine parameters and diagnostic codes.

Air Filter Restriction Indicator

Monitors air intake restriction; replace filter when red indicator shows.

Display Navigation Buttons

Buttons for navigating the display menu.

Default and Custom Display Setup

Select factory defaults or customize displayed parameters.

Hydraulic Controls and Gauges

Master Disconnect Switch

Disconnects electrical system from battery for safety.

Vibrator and Trimmerhead Pressure Gauges

Monitor system pressures for vibrator and trimmerhead.

Conveyor, Auger, Lift, and Track Pressure Gauges

Monitor hydraulic pressures for conveyor, auger, lift, and track systems.

Form Hold-down and Drawbar Pressure Gauges

Monitor pressure applied to hold slipform mold down.

Hydraulic Filter and Temperature Gauges

Monitor hydraulic filter pressure and oil temperature.

Vibrator Control and Manual Override Systems

Controls vibrator output and manual override for troubleshooting.

Manual Override and Pressure Relief Systems

Manual override for lift systems and pressure relief valve adjustments.

Control Switches

Track Control Switches

Controls machine operation in 3-track configuration.

Machine Function Switches

Power wash, leg pivot, trimmerhead, conveyor control switches.

Mold and Leg Control Switches

Drawbar, Hold Down, Hold Over, Mold Shift, Rear Leg Shift switches.

Auger and Trimmer Controls

Auger/Trimmer speed dials and direction switches.

Remote Control Switches

Remote switches for leg pivot and conveyor movement.

Four Track Control Switches

Controls machine operation in 4-track configuration.

Specialty Control Switches and Dials

Auto-Float, PTA, Vibrator, Tamper controls and frame extension.

Auger Speed and Direction Controls

Auger speed dials and direction switches.

Remotes Operation

Setup Remote Overview

Remote control for travel, elevation, and throttle adjustments.

Remote Main and Leg Control Menus

Primary menu and leg control functions on the remote display.

Remote Leg Control Details

Controls elevation, steer, and travel of specific machine legs.

Remote Drive and Elevation Jog Controls

Adjusts drive percentages and elevation of all legs.

Remote Throttle and About Display

Adjusts engine throttle and displays system information.

G+ Control Panel Functions

Safety and Fault Indicators

Fault reset, emergency stop, and fault/standby indicator functions.

G+ Control Switches

Elevation, steer, and throttle adjustment switches.

Manual Steer and Travel Controls

Manual steer dial/select, vibrator mode, and travel direction controls.

Machine Operation Modes and Indicators

Run/standby, track speed, variable speed dial, and G+ display overview.

G+ Run Menu Navigation

Navigating the Run Menu for machine status and quick access.

Deviation and Mode Indicators

Shows grade/steering deviation and auto/manual mode status.

Slope and Mode Settings

Monitors cross slope and indicates selected elevation/steering modes.

Manual Steer Mode Selection

Pop-up for selecting different manual steer modes.

G+ Display Status Indicators

Emergency stop, Run/Standby, Vibrator, and Steer Range indicators.

Travel and Jog Controls

Travel indicators, speed selection, and all jog elevation control.

Slope Compensation and Transition Setup

Monitors and sets slope transition parameters.

Test Menu Operations

Controller Power Test

Monitors power supply voltages for machine controllers.

Steer and Elevation Power Tests

Monitors output voltages for steering and elevation systems.

Switch Test Display

Shows status of switches for elevation, steering, and multi-function assemblies.

Switch Test 1 Operations

Displays switch status and allows simulation mode activation.

Switch Test 2 and Output Status

Shows switch status, electrical controls, and output drive signals.

Distance and 3 D System Displays

Displays distance device status and 3D system commands.

Setup Menu Configuration

Engine Status Display

Displays monitored engine systems status.

Edit Parameter Value

Allows editing of parameter values on the display.

Machine Setup Options

Sets machine type, configuration, and various parameters.

Steering and Elevation Mode Setup

Configures auto steer modes and sensor control types.

3 D Elevation Control Modes

Various 3D system configurations for elevation control.

Units and Slope Stabilizer Setup

Sets display units and configures the slope stabilizer option.

Machine Model Parameter Selection

Selects parameters based on machine model.

Track and Pave Mode Configuration

Selects machine config, sets dimensions, and pave mode.

Sensor Faults and Radius Assist

Configures sensor fault behavior and radius assist option.

Steer Sensitivity Adjustment

Sets steering sensitivity for each track.

Steer Thresholds and Limits

Sets steer cylinder thresholds and track limits.

Heavy Steer Assist System

Prevents torque on leg assemblies, sets sensor ID and null.

Heavy Steer Assist Configuration

Enables sensors, sets sensitivity, max correction, and leg ratchet.

Elevation Sensitivity and Thresholds

Sets elevation sensitivity and up/down thresholds for cylinders.

All Jog Current Adjustment

Sets signal to elevation valves for even movement in all jog mode.

Travel Setup and Thresholds

Sets start points for movement controls and valve thresholds.

Slope Setup and Sensor Configuration

Sets slope sensor null point and sensor/filter configurations.

Sensor Offset and Null Adjustment

Electrically adjusts sensor positions and null points.

Distance Setup and Calibration

Configures encoders, calibrates distance, and resets counters.

Technician Access

Accesses a password-protected technician screen.

Feature Encryption and Fault Displays

Views optional control status and active/history faults.

Screen Setup and Backup Options

Configures display language, brightness, and controller memory backup.

Controller Memory Restore and Display Info

Restores controller memory and displays software/help info.

Moving the Machine

Steer Mode Selection and Operation

Selects steer mode and positions tracks for movement.

Gomaco Commander III Specifications

General

Model	Commander III
Manufacturer	Gomaco
Display	LCD
Compatibility	Gomaco slipform pavers
Power Supply	24 VDC