6125R Tractor and H340 NSL Loader with RTP
Overview
The RTP option for 6R Tractors and H340, H360, and H380 Loaders provides superior productivity and repeatability during material handling operations. An industry exclusive, RTP allows the operator to store two boom positions and two bucket positions through the use of sensors, the tractor’s CommandCenter™, and controller.
With a simple activation of the momentary detents on the electronic joystick, the loader will return to the preset positions. A complete loading cycle now can be accomplished with four movements of the joystick thus significantly improving productivity. Operator stress is also significantly reduced as there is no need to constantly check the loader height and attachment angle during the operation.
RTP System Overview
The RTP option also incorporates another industry exclusive with the electronic self-leveling (ESL) feature. ESL utilizes the same components as RTP to provide self-leveling capability without the use of mechanical linkages or complex hydraulics.
When the RTP option is installed on a non-self-leveling (NSL) loader, the ESL functionality transforms it into a self-leveling loader. If the a material handling operation does not call for the repeatability of RTP and the self-leveling functionality of ESL, the operator can simply deactivate the system and utilize the loader in the traditional NSL manner.
For operators demanding superior lift capacity and productivity, RTP can be installed on a mechanical self-leveling (MSL) loader as well. While RTP will enhance the repeatability, the ESL feature will improve the leveling accuracy of the MSL loader.
Since the RTP option does not affect the base characteristics of the loader (for example, lift capacity and breakout force), operators need to carefully choose the appropriate loader for their material handling needs. The below chart shows the benefits RTP will offer customers when installing on either a NSL or MSL loader.
Feature
|
Without RTP/ESL |
With RTP/ESL |
NSL |
MSL |
NSL |
MSL |
Visibility |
Excellent |
Good |
Excellent |
Good |
Leveling accuracy |
None |
Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Rollback/dump angle |
Wide range |
Limited range |
Wide range |
Limited range |
Rollback limitation at full height |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Lift capacity |
Good |
Excellent |
Good |
Excellent |
Boom breakout force |
Good |
Excellent |
Good |
Excellent |
Bucket rollback cycle times |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Bucket dump cycle times |
Good |
Excellent |
Good |
Excellent |
Boom raise/lower cycle times |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Capable of storing two boom and two bucket positions |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Repeatability |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
Productivity |
Fair |
Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
NOTE: Refer to the sales manual or operator’s manual (OM) for complete list of loader specifications.
Operation
RTP screen within the CommandCenter
The RTP operator interface consists of one single screen within the CommandCenter for simple, straightforward setup and operation. Through this screen, the operator is easily able to activate the system, store two boom and two bucket positions, set the zero position for the attachment, and monitor the boom and bucket positions.
6R CommandArm™ with electronic joystick
Momentary detents: B, D, F, and I
Once the operator has saved the two boom positions with buttons (G) and (H) and the two bucket positions with (B) and (C) in the CommandCenter, the operator initiates the automatic functions through the use of the electronic joystick’s momentary detents.
Compatibility
RTP is only compatible with 6R Tractors equipped with electronic joysticks and electronic independent control valves (E-ICVs). On the loader side, RTP is compatible with H340s, H360s, and H380s as long as they include the single-point hydraulic connection (single-point connection is included in the 6R Loader ready packages and is the only connection option available for the H380). RTP is not compatible with loader suspension, but it is compatible with both Triple-Link Suspension (TLS™) and cab suspension available on the 6R Tractors.
Calibration
Once the loader components have been installed and the loader is mounted to the 6R Tractor, a calibration must be performed by a dealer service technician. This simple calibration procedure is only required to be performed once unless a sensor or linkage is replaced or the loader is installed onto another 6R equipped with the RTP option.