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Introduction
This document will provide the correct procedure for applying the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags to different types of surfaces. This will correspond with the different types of equipment that will receive the tags.
Installation on Nonmetallic Material
Note: Temperature must be above 10 °C (50 °F). The temperature must stay above 10 °C (50 °F) for at least one hour in order to allow proper adhesion to the surface.
Note: General guidelines for location of RFID tags
- Place the tag in a location that provides protection.
- Place the tag so that normal operation is not affected.
- Avoid pivot points and uneven surfaces.
The time may come when it will be necessary to remove a tag. Reinstall the tag with 3M 4951 VHB tape. Contact your local Cat Rental Store in order to obtain this tape.
- Determine the location of the tag.
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| Illustration 1 | g01003700 |
Typical nonmetallic application | |
- Record the Tag Serial Number that is located on the side of the tag.
- Record the Unique Identifying Number of the equipment that is being tagged.
- Clean the surface area with isopropyl alcohol. Allow the surface to dry completely.
- Remove the protective material from the tape and place the tag on the equipment. Press firmly on the tag in order to remove any air bubbles that may be between the tape and the surface.
Installation on Metal
Note: Temperature must be above 10 °C (50 °F). The temperature must stay above 10 °C (50 °F) for at least one hour in order to allow proper adhesion to the surface.
Note: General guidelines for location of RFID tags
- Place the tag in a location that provides protection.
- Place the tag so that normal operation is not affected.
- Avoid pivot points and uneven surfaces.
- Avoid pitted surfaces.
The time may come when it will be necessary to remove a tag. Reinstall the tag with 3M 4951 VHB tape. Contact your local Cat Rental Store in order to obtain this tape.
- Determine the location of the tag.
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| Illustration 2 | g01003698 |
Typical metal application | |
- Record the Tag Serial Number.
- Record the Unique Identifying Number of the equipment that is being tagged.
- Remove the paint from the surface.
- Clean the surface area with isopropyl alcohol. Allow the surface to dry completely.
- Remove the protective material from the tape and place the tag on the equipment. Press firmly on the tag in order to remove any air bubbles that may be between the tape and the surface.
Installation of Metal Channel
Note: The metal channel should be installed on ground engaging work tools and attachments that are prone to heavy abuse.
Note: General guidelines for location of RFID tags
- Place the tag in a location that provides protection.
- Place the tag so that normal operation is not affected.
- Avoid pivot points and uneven surfaces.
- Avoid pitted surfaces.
- Determine the location of the tag.
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| Illustration 3 | g01003695 |
Typical metal channel application | |
- Record the Tag Serial Number.
- Record the Unique Identifying Number of the equipment that is being tagged.
- The surface should be large enough to fit the metal channel. Remove the paint in this area.
Note: All grease, water, paint, rust, dirt and scale must be removed before welding. Any of these materials will discharge gas which will cause porosity in the weld deposit. Water and rust will cause hydrogen embrittlement. Hydrogen embrittlement causes cracks in the weld deposit.
Note: Remove paint, rust, dirt and scale with a wire brush or by buffing or grinding. Shot blasting all work areas will also remove foreign material.
Note: Remove any oil or grease with a Caterpillar® approved solvent.
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Personal injury can result from flame cutting or welding on painted areas. The effect of gasses from burned paint is a hazard to the person doing the cutting or welding. Do not flame cut or weld on painted areas. |
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- Clean the surface area with isopropyl alcohol. Allow the surface to dry completely.
- Place the metal channel in position and weld.
Note: Skip welding or Plug welding can be used. Ensure that the weld does not flow into the body of the channel.
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Personal injury or death can result from fumes, gases and ultraviolet rays from the weld arc. Welding can cause fumes, burn skin and produce ultraviolet rays. Keep your head out of the fumes. Use ventilation, exhaust at the arc, or both, to keep fumes and gases from your breathing area. Wear eye, ear and body protection before working. Protect yourself and others; read and understand this warning. Fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health. Ultraviolet rays from the weld arc can injure eyes and burn skin. Electric shock can cause death. Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and your employer's safety practices. Do not touch live electrical parts. See "American National Standard Z49.1, Safety in Welding and Cutting" published by the American Welding Society. American Welding Society2501 N.W. 7th Street Miami, Florida 33125 See "OSHA Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR 1910", available from U.S. Department of Labor. U.S. Department of LaborWashington, D.C. 20210 |
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- Allow the area to cool completely.
- Remove the protective material from the tape and place the tag in the metal channel. Press firmly on the tag in order to remove any air bubbles that may be between the tape and the surface.
- Cover the tag with masking tape. Paint the bare metal surfaces.
- Allow paint to dry and remove masking tape.