User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

CAMBER, CASTOR & KING-PIN GAUGE

Model No: ga450

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions

and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS.

USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE

DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION

Robust magnetic gauge mounts onto wheel/hub for quick accurate measurement of camber, castor angle, and kingpin inclination.

Camber gauge with fixed graduation from +5 to -5.

Adjustable caster gauge graduated +11 to -3.

Kingpin gauge graduated from 0 to 14 left to right.

Only suitable for vehicles fitted with steel wheels.

To be used in conjunction with steering turntables and rear wheel level plates.

Supplied in tough composite carry-case.

 WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this

equipment.

 Maintain the gauge in good condition (use an authorised service agent).

 Replace or repair damaged parts.

 WARNING! Use the gauge on level and solid ground.

 DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the gauge.

 WARNING! When setting front-end alignment on commercial vehicles never make adjustments to drop arms or

interconnecting links. Doing so could result in serious tyre, wheel and steering problems.

 Any alignment changes deemed necessary as a result of using this equipment must be made strictly in accordance with the

vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.

 WARNING! The warnings, cautions and instructions referred to in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions

and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be

built into this product, but must be applied by the operator.

Camber Gauge Graduation: ................+5° to -5°

Castor Gauge Graduation: ................+11° to -3°

King Pin Gauge Graduation:....................0 to 14

Magnetic Plate Ø: .....................................85mm

GA450 Issue No: 1 - 28/10/08

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Instructions for: Camber, Castor & King-Pin Gauge Model No: ga450 Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED.
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3. measuring camber angle NOTE! Before use remove magnet protective plate. Replace after use. 3.1 Drive vehicle forwards to centralise wheels. 3.2 Fit gauge in centre of vehicle wheel/hub. 3.3 Set D bubble to centre and read the position of A bubble. NOTE! Refer to the owner’s handbook before making any adjustments. NOTE! Any adjustments you make to either castor or camber angles may affect the other, so re-check all measurements after any adjustments have been made.