TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN

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1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION BULLETIN Reference: September 10, 2009 Title: Improved Work Platform Mode Leveling Functionality Applicable Products: Model TH414 Serial Number Range TBZ00100 UP (platform ready) Description: New universal ground module software is available for all platform ready equipped units to enlarge the allowable machine positioning envelope from the current 1º to 3º when in platform mode. The maximum boom angle changes to 58º instead of 60º. Enlargement of the slope angle improves set up of the platform machines on rough terrain. In combination with the improved universal ground module software, updated cabin display software and platform control module software are available. The new display software improves the operators ability to position the machine accurately. Software Releases: The following software releases are now available through the CAT Alliance Website: Universal Ground Module Software P3.2 ( vP3_2.exe) Display Software 3A ( _v13-A8.exe) Display Software 3C ( _v13-C8.exe) Platform Control Module Software P3.0 ( vP3_0.exe) Refer to attachment 1 for Software Installation Instructions. Refer to attachment 2 for Improved Display Overview. Page 1 of 12

2 ATTACHMENT 1: SOFTWARE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS REQUIRED HARDWARE To use the Software Update application, the following hardware is required: 1. Communications cable serial Windows-based computer with serial port 3. If required, USB to serial adapter REQUIRED SOFTWARE To successfully update the machine software of the universal machine ground module, cabin display and platform control module, the following software application needs to be downloaded from the Caterpillar Alliance Hotlink (which you can enter via SIS-web CAT branded telehandlers). Link: Select the EAME/APD region from the pull down menu and click proceed. Select the model TH414(TBZ) and go to Software & Flash Files. From there you can download the required software applications. The universal ground module software can be downloaded in the section Machine UGM Software and platform control module software can be downloaded in the section Platform UGM Software, the cabin display software can be downloaded via Display Software. Universal Ground Module Software P3.1 (or later) Platform Control Module Software P3.0 (or later) Display Software 3A (or later) Display Software 3C (or later) Note: before proceeding with this procedure, download all software files to your laptop. Page 2 of 12

3 SOFTWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE STEP 1: REPROGRAMMING UNIVERSAL GROUND MODULE a. Ensure that the platform is connected to the machine via the electrical harness of the platform (Illustration 1). Illustration 1 b. Connect the Communication Cable (P/N ) to machine connector on the power distribution board (Illustration 2) and to the serial port of the laptop. If no serial is port available on laptop use the USB Serial adapter. Illustration 2 c. Turn on computer Page 3 of 12

4 d. Turn machine ignition key to ON position. e. Open software application (Illustration 3). Double click on the yellow icon, the reprogramming tool will open. Illustration 3 f. Start reprogramming tool by clicking Program CAT TH series Telehandler Version P3.2. g. The program will ask for an overwrite confirmation, click on Yes (Illustration 4). Illustration 4 Note: During reprogramming, you will hear a continuous beep of the machine. h. When the software update was finalized successfully, Programming success at hh:mm:ss (x sec) will be shown at the bottom of the reprogramming tool. Page 4 of 12

5 i. After completing the programming, turn the machine ignition key to the OFF position, wait for 5 seconds and turn the ignition key back to the ON position again. STEP 2: REPROGRAMMING CABIN DISPLAY a. Open software application (illustration 5 & 6). Double click on the yellow icon, the reprogramming tool will open. Illustration 5 Illustration 6 Note: only one of the two display software will work on each machine, due to certain parameters in the original display software. If Cabin Display Update 3A.exe software file is not working (see illustration 7 for error message), turn ignition key switch OFF, close the reprogramming tool 3A, turn the ignition key switch ON and open the software file Cabin Display Update-3C. Illustration 7 Page 5 of 12

6 b. When the software update is finalized successfully, Programming success at hh:mm:ss (x sec) (Illustration 8) will be shown at the bottom of the reprogramming tool. Illustration 8 Note: when the reprogramming is finished, you will hear a continuous beep of the machine. c. After completing the programming, turn the machine ignition key to the OFF position, wait for 5 seconds and turn the ignition key back to the ON position again. Page 6 of 12

7 STEP 3: REPROGRAMMING PLATFORM CONTROL MODULE a. Turn machine ignition key to ON position. b. Open software application (illustration 9). Double click on the yellow icon, the reprogramming tool will open. Illustration 9 c. Start reprogramming tool by clicking Program Bradford Platform Version P3.0. d. The program will ask for an overwrite confirmation, click on Yes (illustration 10). Illustration 10 Note: During reprogramming, you will hear a continuously beep of the machine. Page 7 of 12

8 e. When the software update was finalized successfully, Programming success at hh:mm:ss (x sec) will be shown at the bottom of the reprogramming tool. f. After completing the programming, turn the machine ignition key to the OFF position, wait for 5 seconds and turn the ignition key back to the ON position again. g. Disconnect communication cable (P/N ) from the Power Distribution Board. h. Perform a complete function check in accordance with the Operation and Maintenance Manual, the unit may be returned to service once proper operation is confirmed. NOTE: Latest revision of Machine and Platform OMM can be ordered as a hard copy or can be downloaded via the CAT Alliance Website. Page 8 of 12

9 ATTACHMENT 2: IMPROVED DISPLAY OVERVIEW OLD LAYOUT PLATFORM NOT CONNECTED NEW LAYOUT PLATFORM NOT CONNECTED NOTE: Joystick pattern visible in the top left corner Page 9 of 12

10 OLD LAYOUT PLATFORM NOT CONNECTED NEW LAYOUT PLATFORM NOT CONNECTED Note: no differences during change steering mode Page 10 of 12

11 OLD LAYOUT PLATFORM CONNECTED NEW LAYOUT PLATFORM CONNECTED Note: positioning level gauge now visible in display, able to change to platform mode when check sign is next to the platform symbol Page 11 of 12

12 OLD LAYOUT PLATFORM CONNECTED NEW LAYOUT PLATFORM CONNECTED Note: minimum requirement to change to platform mode is both level gauges (indicated by five horizontal and five vertical squares) need to be in the third box with a white dot in the middle (reference a above). If the machine is completely level, the third box on both level gauges will be fully black (reference b ). When the stabilizer is positioned properly (correct position and enough pressure), the arrow and the bottom plate of the stabilizer will be full black instead of white (reference c ). Page 12 of 12