Towpoint speed control for a paving machine

摘要

A controller receives inputs from a user interface that sets a speed for moving a tow point of an asphalt paving machine at a speed higher than a normal operating speed. The controller also receives signals from a user interface that moves the tow point in a selected direction at the set speed.

主权项

1. A tow point adjustment system for a screed of an asphalt paving machine comprising:
a first user interface that receives a selection of a high set point speed for a tow point adjuster speed that is above a preset operating speed; a second user interface that sends a signal to alter a height of a tow point; and a controller coupled to the first user interface and the second user interface, the controller configured to receive the signal from the second user interface and alter the height of the tow point at the high set point speed.