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System Operation of ARC Braking System 777D and 773D

The document describes the Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) system for 777D off-highway trucks. The ARC system uses pneumatic or hydraulic components to modulate the brakes and maintain a constant engine speed when descending grades. It will engage to prevent overspeed of the engine. The control speed of the ARC can be programmed to suit different engine models.

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System Operation of ARC Braking System 777D and 773D

The document describes the Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) system for 777D off-highway trucks. The ARC system uses pneumatic or hydraulic components to modulate the brakes and maintain a constant engine speed when descending grades. It will engage to prevent overspeed of the engine. The control speed of the ARC can be programmed to suit different engine models.

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Product: TRUCK

Model: 777D TRUCK FKR

Configuration: 777D Off-Highway Truck FKR00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY 3508B Engine

Systems Operation
773D and 777D Off-Highway Truck/Tractors Braking System
Media Number -RENR8398-00 Publication Date -01/01/2007 Date Updated -24/01/2007

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Automatic Retarder Control (ARC)

SMCS - 3121-AU

The Automatic Retarder Control system (ARC) is designed to modulate


the brakes of a truck during the descent of a long grade. The ARC
modulates the brake system in order to maintain a constant engine
speed. The ARC system is a pneumatic system on many models except
for the 784C, 785C, 785C HAA, 789C, and 793D. On these models, the
ARC system is a hydraulic system. The basic function of both types of
ARC systems are the same. Some components have been changed on
the hydraulic configuration. These components are covered in the
following text.

Automatic Retarder Control Air System

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Illustration 1 g00517132

Air ARC system

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Illustration 2 g01205089

Hydraulic ARC system for the 784C, 785C, 785C HAA, 789C and 793D

The ARC will be activated when the following conditions exist:

• The ON/OFF switch is in the ON position.

• The throttle pedal is NOT depressed.

• The parking brakes are in the RELEASED position.

The ARC is not connected to the service brakes and the manual
retarder. If the ARC is ENGAGED, air (oil) will flow from the valve of

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the ARC to a separate relay valve. The relay valve is located near the
brake master cylinders.

Illustration 3 g01205114

Air activated ARC valve components located in the compartment in front of the
cab

(1) Supply solenoid valve

(2) Control solenoid valve

(3) Auto retarder pressure switch

(4) Retarder pressure switch

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Illustration 4 g01205118

Hydraulic activated ARC valve components located on the left frame rail close to
the differential

(1) Supply solenoid valve

(2) Control solenoid valve

(5) Purge solenoid valve

(6) ARC accumulator

In order to activate the ARC system, the Integrated Brake ECM sends
electrical current to the supply solenoid (1). This will allow pilot
pressure to shift the spool in the ARC valve which will result in high
pressure air (oil) to flow to the control solenoid valve (2). The ECM will
send a proportional current to the control solenoid valve in order to
control the amount and duration of pressure that is applied to the
brake cylinders.

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On machines with the hydraulic ARC system, the ECM will energize a
front brake cooling diverter solenoid when the retarder is activated in
order to cool the front brakes.

On machines with the hydraulic ARC system, the steering bleed module
will control the purge solenoid (5). When the key switch is turned to
the OFF position, a timer in the steering bleed control will activate the
purge solenoid in order to purge the ARC accumulator.

The ARC is set at the factory in order to maintain a constant engine


speed. An engine speed of 1900 rpm +/- 50 rpm should be maintained
for the 3500 engines. An engine speed of 2230 rpm +/- 70 rpm should
be maintained for the 3400 engines. The engine speed setting is
programmable. The engine speed may oscillate beyond +/- 50 rpm of
the target when the ARC initiates control of the retarder process. The
engine speed should stabilize within a few seconds.

The operator can activate the system by using the ARC ON/OFF switch
in order for the ARC to operate properly. The operator should then
select the correct gear for the grade, the load, and the ground
conditions. The ARC is designed to permit the transmission to upshift
into the selected gear of the shift lever. The ARC will apply the retarder
after the transmission shifts into the selected gear and the engine
speed exceeds 1850 - 1950 rpm for the 3500 engine and 2300 rpm for
3400 engine. The ARC applies the retarder in order to maintain a
constant engine speed.

The ARC system also provides Engine Overspeed protection. The ARC
will engage the brakes if the following conditions exist:

• An unsafe engine speed is reached.

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At 2100 rpm for the 3500 engine and 2475 rpm for the 3400 engine,
an overspeed condition will activate a horn and the ARC will be
activated. The retarding indicator lamp will illuminate. The ARC will
activate the retarder at 2180 rpm for the 3500 engine and 2560 rpm
for the 3400 engine.

If the ARC is unable to reduce the engine RPM, the


transmission/chassis ECM will upshift one gear. The ECM will only
upshift one gear above the position of the shift lever. If the shift lever
is in the top gear, the ECM will unlock the torque converter at 2300
rpm for the 3500 engine and 2675 rpm for the 3400 engine.

The ARC also provides service personnel with enhanced diagnostic


capabilities through the use of onboard memory. The onboard memory
stores diagnostic codes that can be viewed by using Cat ET.

The ECM receives signals from several switches and sensors. The ECM
analyzes the various input signals and the ECM sends signals to the
output components. The output components are two solenoids and a
retarding indicator lamp.

Programmable Speed Adjustment For The


Automatic Retarder Control

The control speed of the Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) for the
3500 engines can be set between 1850 rpm and 1950 rpm. The control
speed for the 3400 engines can be set between 2160 rpm and 2300
rpm. The control speed can only be programmed when the engine
speed is below 1450 rpm.

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Note: Some older controls require the engine speed to be less than
1000 rpm and the ARC On/Off Switch should be in the OFF position.

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