DirtMates are easy to install on machines onsite. This article will walk you through creating a new machine in your fleet and installing a DirtMate on it.
Creating a new machine
Machines for DirtMate are comprised of a name, type, and model. You can choose from a fixed list of machine types and models.
1. In the DirtMate management Application, navigate to the Machines tab.
2. The Machines Tab will list any machines already added to your portal. To add a new machine, select Create Machine.
3. Tap the machine's name to enter the name of the machine.
The machine name is typically the company asset ID or equipment rental ID number found on the side of the machine.
4. Select the desired Machine Type from the drop-down menu.
In this example, we are adding an Articulated truck.
5. Once the machine name and type have been selected, select the machine's model from the list.
If the machine you want to install is not on the list, please contact Propeller Site Support at sitesupport@propelleraero.com.au, and they will assist you in adding your model.
6. Once the machine model is chosen, confirm that the details of this machine are correct and press CREATE to save the machine.
If the details are incorrect, you can change the Machine type and Machine model again by clicking either Tab to re-select the correct details from the drop-down menu.
7. The newly added machine will appear in the machines list. Continue installing the DirtMate on this machine. Click the machine name to go to the New Install page.
8. Select the DirtMate to be installed on this machine.
A list of Not Installed DirtMates will appear on the list, select the DirtMate to be installed.
Machine Mounting Considerations
Depending on the machine type, the DirtMate must be placed in a specific location.
DirtMates are directional with the antenna and power button on the back. Install DirtMate on the machine so it matches the image below.
Follow these requirements when installing DirtMate on specific machines:
1. DirtMates must be mounted level with a clear view of the sky. Avoid mounting it to a surface angled more than a few degrees.
The most common mounting location for DirtMate is on the roof of the operator's cab.
2. Do not place the DirtMate where it is subjected to extreme heat, for example, on top of the engine compartment or next to the exhaust system.
3. Do not install the DirtMate near other devices that transmit radio signals.
4. Ensure the Dirtmate is mounted away from bucket/blade debris.
5. Mount DirtMate in a location that can be easily and safely accessed for servicing or replacement.
6. The unit should be placed behind the cutting surface, if possible.
If the DirtMate is placed in front of the cutting surface, the machine will only record the surface when the Tracks or wheels return to drive over the previous pass.
Using the DirtMate Management App to Install DirtMate on a Machine
The DirtMate Management app will provide you with basic instructions on how to mount DirtMate on a machine.
1. Select the machine you want to install DirtMate and tap INSTALL next to its name.
2. Measure the height of the DirtMate installment and input the measurement with the keypad.
3. Measure the position of the DirtMate from the left hand side of the machine tracks or wheels.
4. Measure the total width of the Tracks/Wheels of the machine.
5. Add a picture of the installation
You can select a picture from your Photo Library, Take a new picture directly from your camera on the device, and upload a picture as a file from your device.
The purpose of this picture is to allow the propeller engineers to see exactly where the dirtmate has been installed on the machine and identify any possible equipment on the machine that may interfere with the performance of the DirtMate.
6. Add the time the DirtMate was installed, so the system records the data from that machine.
The Valid To time can be set according to when the DirtMate was installed to the equipment. For example, this can be two hours in the past, if the DirtMate was physically installed two hours prior and has not changed it’s installation configuration. This is also true for the future, if you want to “preset” DirtMate configurations.
It is possible to install a dirtmate to a machine prior to using the app to complete the installation, by recording the measurements of the installment, and take a picture of the installation.
You can the use the Management application at a later time to complete the install.
Once this is done you can set the time back to the time the DirtMate was installed and our system will recover the data from that time forward.
I still can't do it!
We wrote these articles to equip you with everything you need to get the job done on your own, but we understand that sometimes this isn't sufficient.
If you're stuck, the Propeller Site Support team may be able to help. You can contact our support team by emailing sitesupport@propelleraero.com.au.
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