Operating instructions Contents 1- GENERAL I 3 1.1 - GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 3 1.1.1 - STANDARD SAFETY DEVICES 3 1.2 - FIELD OF APPLICATION 3 1.3 - OVERALL DIMENSIONS 3 1.4 - SPECIFICATION 4 2 - HANDLING AND LIFTING 4 3 - COMMISSIONING 5 3.1 - ANCHORING 5 3.2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 5 3.3 - PNEUMATIC CONNECTION 5 3.4 - EXTRA SAFETY DEVICES 5 3.4.1 - MANUAL CHUCK RELEASE 5 3.5 - ADAPTER MOUNTING 5 3.6 - GUARD MOUNTING 8 3.
6.4 - CALIBRATIONS ( MENU ACCESS DIAGRAM) 6.4.1- GAUGE CALIBRATION 29 6.4.2 - WHEEL BALANCING MACHINE CALIBRATION 29 6.4.3 - ADAPTER ECCENTRICITY CORRECTION 29 6.4.4 - TYPE OF SPIN 29 6.5 - GENERAL SETUP ( I 0607 GB - 2 29 MENU ACCESS DIAGRAM) 30 6.5.1 - LANGUAGE 30 6.5.2 - SCREEN-SAVER 30 6.5.3 - ACOUSTIC SIGNAL 30 6.5.4 - SETTING THE CLOCK 30 6.5.5 - GUARD OPENING DURING SPIN 30 6.5.6 - AUTOMATIC POSITION REPEATER 30 6.5.7 - OPTIONS 30 6.5.7.1 - ECCENTRICITY SETUP 30 6.5.7.
1- GENERAL ► 1.1 - General safety recommendations ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ The balancing machine should only be used by duly authorized and trained personnel. The balancing machine should not be used for purposes other than those described in the instruction manual. Under no way should the balancing machine be modified except for those modifications made explicitly by the manufacturer. Never remove the safety devices. Any work on the machine should only be carried out by duly authorized specialist personnel.
► 1.4 - Specification Single phase power supply 230 V 50-60 Hz Protection class IP 54 Max. power consumption 1,1 Kw Monitor TOUCH 15" Balancing speed approx. < 180 min-1 Cycle time for average wheel (16 Kg - 175/65X15") 3,8 seconds Balancing accuracy < 1 gram Position resolution ± 1.4 ° Average noise level < 70 dB(A) Distance rim - machine 0 - 280 mm (400 mm can be preset) Rim width setting range 1.
3 - COMMISSIONING ► 3.1 - Anchoring The machine can be operated on any flat non-resilient floor. Make sure that the machine rests solely on the three support points provided (fig. 2a). If possible, it is advisable to anchor to the floor using relative mounting feet (see fig. 2a) in the event of continual use with wheels weighing over 35 Kg. ► 3.
SE2-Mounting 0m m B A 1-2 mm C D E F G SE2_ 0140
SE2-Dismounting 36 0° A B C D Cone E - Quando possibile, centrare le ruote con cono dall'interno (vedi disegno). - Evitare di usare il manicotto RL con cerchi di ferro. - Whenever possible, centre the wheels with the cone from the inside (see the drawing). - Avoid using the RL sleeve with metal rims. - Lorsque c’est possible, centrer les roues avec le cône de l’intérieur (voir dessin). - Eviter d’utiliser le manchon RL avec les jantes en fer.
► 3.6 - Guard mounting 1. Fasten the components to the base as illustrated in specific exploded view. 2. With the guard closed check that the microswitch prod has slipped into place on the ring. 3. If necessary, adjust the angular position of the control ring. ► 3.7 - Spacer WD When balancing very wide wheels (9”), there is not enough space to turn the distance gauge. To withdraw the wheel from the machine side, fit spacer WD on the adapter body and secure it with the standard issue nuts.
► 4.3 - Automatic distance and diameter gauge This gauge allows measurement of the distance of the wheel from the machine and the wheel diameter at the point of application of the counterweight. It also allows correct positioning of the counterweights on the inside rim by using the specific function ( INDICATION OF EXACT CORRECTION WEIGHT POSITION ) which allows reading, on the monitor, the position used for the measurement within the rim (for calibration, CALIBRATION). ► 4.3.
5 - INDICATIONS AND USE OF THE WHEEL BALANCER The monitor shows several information and suggests various alternative ways of use to the operator. This is through various “screens”. ► 5.
► 5.2 - Menu access diagram N.B.
► 5.3 - Presetting wheel dimensions ► 5.3.1 - Automatic standard wheel setting FUNCTION ON INDICATOR: Sonar “WIDTH”. L.T. /SUV FUNCTION ON INDICATOR (see enabled buttons) The screen appears upon removing the distance + diameter gauge. The “dimension acquired” message is indicated by the correction weight symbol, which changes from light blue to red. - Standard wheels: Using the special grip, move the end of the gauge against the rim in one of the positions A/B shown.
Set the distance+diameter gauge to the rest position: the current width value is displayed inside the tyre. - Set the nominal width, which is normally shown on the rim, or measure the width “b” with the caliper gauge provided. b The other enabled buttons are: USER CONTROL select the type of weight to apply ( CORRECTION METHODS). return to initial frame Launch balancing. ► 5.3.1.
► 5.3.2 - ALUS wheel automatic presetting After the measurement performed for the FI inner side, as indicated in fig. 9, pull out the gauge again to store the data for the FE outer side; choose position A or B (fig. 8) at your choice. Keep this position for at least 2 seconds. ACOUSTIC SIGNAL), the acquisition is accompanied by a “beep”. When the acoustic signal is enabled ( 9 FI FE Position of adhesive weights After having detected the dimensions, use the inner side.
► 5.4 - USER control Selected by pressing from the automatic setting frame for standard wheels ( PRESETTING WHEEL DIMENSIONS). 1 2 3 The wheel balancing machine can be used simultaneously by 4 different users who, through a simple sequence, can memorize their work condition and call it when needed. The names of the users can be stored ( PRESETTING CLIENT AND USER NAMES).
► 5.5 - Measurement result SONAR STATUS RADIAL ECC. (eccentricity) SONAR STATUS LATERAL ECC. SONAR STATUS: GREEN: in measuring position RED: out of measuring range After performing a balancing run, the out-of-balance values are displayed as well as arrows useful for positioning the correction weight at the application point. After positioning and locking the wheel, apply the weight vertically at the top.
► 5.5.1 - Indication of exact correction weight position 1. This function allows cancelling approximations in the mounting of counterweights with consequent reduction of the residual unbalance. 2. Remember to thoroughly clean the application areas. 3. It is recommended always to use this function when correcting the out-of-balance with adhesive weights ALUS. Mount the wheel, close the spindle, measure the dimensions (ALUS adhesive-adhesive / ALUS clip-on-adhesive) and do a balancing spin.
► 5.5.2 - “SPLIT” control SPLIT is only possible in the event of static unbalance or ALUS external side and is used to hide any adhesive weights correcting unbalance behind the rim spokes. To split the unbalance detected in two different positions, proceed as follows : 1. Position static unbalance or ALUS external side in the correction position : 2. Select a spoke close to the 12 o’clock postion to be corrected, more it into the 12 o’clock position and press button 3.
► 5.5.3 - Correction mode After having performed automatic measurement of the inner side, it is possible to place the correction weights as required by pressing pushbuttons In the event of automatic measurement of both sides, if the difference between the inner and outer diameters is greater than or equal to 2”, the system sets the inner side spring weight. To modify this presetting, press the To display static unbalance, press the diameter is always considered). button.
► 5.5.4 - Automatic minimization of static unbalance Initial unbalance sx dx g g phase shift 50° Possible approximations sx sx dx g residual static 4 g g sx dx g g residual static 3 g sx dx g g residual static1 g dx g g residual static With conventional Choice with minimum wheel balancer static residual 6g This program is designed to improve the quality of balancing without any mental effort or loss of time by the operator.
wheel Ideal wheel Example 2 Rim + 0.8 mm / 0,030” rim Tyre - 0.6 mm / 0,0225” Wheel + 0.3 mm / 0,010” tyre Eccentricity of the single items has been compensated. The wheel is acceptable. rotation axle wheel Ideal wheel Example 3 rim Rim 0 mm Tyre + 1.2 mm / 0,045” Wheel + 1,2 mm / 0,045” Eccentricity of the wheel cannot be compensated by the rotation because the rim is perfect! tyre rotation axle SOLUTION: Rotate the tyre on the rim by 180° RESULT: no improvement is obtained ► 5.6.
► 5.7 - Eccentricity measurement The much enlarged figures show the outer tyre surface and axis of wheel rotation. Fig. A - shows measurement of the total Peak-to-Peak eccentricity defined as maximum radial deviation of the tyre surface. Fig. B - shows measurement of the eccentricity of the 1st harmonic, i.e. the eccentricity of that circle which “recopies” the tyre shape, by averaging the local deviations of the tyre from the round shape. A B Obviously the P.P.
To go to the eccentricity measurement management frame, press the button frame: from the unbalance measuring The following buttons are enabled: to go to rim eccentricity measurement to print the eccentricity values measured (option) to display the graph of peak/peak values P/P GRAPH: represents the peak/peak eccentricity whose actual value is displayed and updated by turning the wheel.
30 mm SONAR LR INSTRUCTION 8° FRONT VIEW LATERAL VIEW In order to obtain the correct lateral eccentricity values, the sonar cone must be positioned inside the tyre shoulder. The function of the LED is to make it easier to position the sonar correctly, but always bear in mind that it does not indicate the focus of the pad as it is situated 30 mm further down.
6 - MENU ► 6.1 - Out of balance optimization The symbol is displayed automatically for static out-of-balance exceeding 30 grams (1.1oz). The program allows total wheel out-of-balance to be reduced by compensating, when possible, tyre and rim out-ofbalance values. It requires two runs, rotating the tyre on the rim on the second run. Having performed a run, press + 1 and follow the on-screen instructions. ► 6.
Dimension definition for corrections with clip-on weights: d = DIAMETER: preset the nominal diameter stamped on the rim. b = WIDTH: Preset the nominal width which is normally stamped on the rim ( AUTOMATIC STANDARD WHEEL SETTING) a = DISTANCE: set the distance of the internal side of the wheel from the machine, measuring it as described in fig. 12.
► 6.3 - Statistics 1 2 3 7 DAILY N° OF RUNS: Indicates the number of runs performed as from switching on the machine. Such parameter is automatically reset after switching the machine off. TOTAL N° OF RUNS: Indicates the number of runs starting from the date indicated in square brackets. This parameter remains memorized even when the machine is switched off.
► 6.3.1 - Weight statistics screen Each horizontal line indicates the number of clip-on and adhesive weights used to balance the wheels in the period between the two dates indicated on the screen (in square brackets).
► 6.4 - Calibrations ( MENU ACCESS DIAGRAM) To access “Calibrations and reserved functions”, a password must be given. Any incorrect operation within the functions described below could impair the peration of the wheel balancing machine. Unauthorized use will cause cancellation of the machine warranty. ► 6.4.1- Gauge calibration Select the gauge to be calibrated and follow the on-screen instructions. N.B.
► 6.5 - General setup ( Menu access diagram) The Setup screen provides the user with many possibilities required for presetting the machine in relation to his own requirements. Such settings remain unaltered even when the machine is switched off. The following buttons are enabled: : return to previous window : return to measurement screen 1 - 7 : for parameter selection. ► 6.5.
► 6.5.7.2 - Positioning Automatic positioning enable of the outside or static side at the end of the spin. ► 6.5.7.3 - Enabling of serial output RS232C This option enables/disables the sending of the measured unbalance and phase values to serial output RS232C. Transmission speed 9600 baud Data format 1 bit Start 8 bit Data None parity 1 bit Stop At the end of each unbalancing measuring spin, the balancing machine transmits the data regarding the measured unbalance.
► 6.5.7.6 - Gauge locking enable Enables/disables distance gauge locking when the correct distance has been reached to apply the adhesive weight to correct the unbalance. To release the gauge, lower it to below 10” diameter. ► 6.6 - Balancing setup ► 6.6.1 - Unit of unbalance measurement It is possible to select whether to display the unbalance values expressed in grams or ounces. ► 6.6.
► 4.6.2 - Opposite position The normal balancing condition requires the correction weight to be applied at the top (12 o’clock) when the symbol is displayed: Apply the correction weight at the top (12 o’clock) If OPPOSITE POSITION is enabled, the eventual application position for the bottom weight is also indicated next to the positioning arrows to facilitate cleaning the rim and the relative application of adhesive weights. The symbol used is: Apply the correction weight at the bottom (6 o’clock) ► 6.
► 6.6.7.3 - IC (intelligent correction) correction method The correction plane unbalance is considered within tolerance when both the STATIC and the DYNAMIC TORQUE unbalances are lower than the tolerance set. This correction method allows considerably reducing the weight to be applied, yet maintaining excellent balancing quality. An icon appears on the screen showing the value of weight saved with respect to standard balancing.
► 6.6.9 - Tyre train This function allows balancing the four wheels of a vehicle, plus the spare wheel if necessary, and obtaining the information on how to fit these wheels on the vehicle in such a way that the vibrations due to residual eccentricity of each wheel is reduced to a minimum. The ‘TYRE TRAIN’ function can be enabled and disabled from the MENU ( MENU ACCESS DIAGRAM ). For best use of this function proceed as follows: 1. Prepare numbered stickers to identify the wheels. 2.
► 6.6.10 - Weight statistics If enabled, it allows saving the weights used to balance the wheels ( this function can be disabled by setting it to “OFF”. 6.6.3 WEIGHT STATISTICS SCREEN ); ► 6.7 - Special functions ► 6.7.1- Presetting the customer and user name The machine can be customized by presetting: a) The name appearing on the initial screen (screen-saver). b) The name of 4 different machine users ( USER NAME). ► 6.7.
7 - ERRORS ERRORS CAUSES CONTROLS Black The wheel balancer does not switch on. 1. 2. 3. 4. Verify correct connection to the mains. Verify and eventually replace the fuses on the power card. Verify monitor function. Replace the computer board. Err. 1 No rotation signal. 1. 2. Verify belt tautness. Verify the function of the phase pick-up board and, in particular, the reset signal. Replace the phase pick-up board. Replace the computer board. 3. 4. Err. 2 Speed too low during detection.
Err. 20 The wheel comes to a halt before completing positioning correctly. 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure that the wheel to be balanced is at least 10” in diameter. Verify the correct setting of wheel dimensions on screen. Verify belt tautness. For wheels less than 12” in diameter wheels: disenable the eccentricity measurement procedure. Err. 22 Maximum number of spins possible for the unbalance measurement has been exceeded. 1. Check that a vehicle wheel has been mounted on the wheel balancer. 2.
Err.59 Radial and lateral Sonar readout error. Lateral and radial Sonar values are insufficient for correct measurement of radial and lateral eccentricity. 1. 2. Check points Err. 55 Check points Err. 57 Err.65 Printer timeout 1. 2. 3. 4. Check that a printer is present. Check the code of the processor card. Check the printer <-> processor card connection. Run the printer test function. Err.66 Printer buffer error 1. 2. Reset the printer. Repeat the print function. 8 - ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ► 8.
