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DYNATEST FWD/HWD
TEST SYSTEMS
OWNER’S MANUAL
Version 2.8.17

Table of Contents

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Dynatest FWD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDynatest
ModelFWD
CategoryTest Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

!IMPORTANT SAFETY REMARKS!

Please Read this first:

General advice for safety.

A few simple rules for the operator:

Basic safety guidelines for operating the FWD/HWD.

1. Introduction

1.3 General Specifications

Components of the Dynatest FWD/HWD Test System.

2. Tow Vehicle Installation

2.1 Short form Vehicle Installation Guide

Concise instructions for preparing a towing vehicle.

2.2.3 System Powering

Powering the FWD/HWD test system via 12VDC.

3. Computer Configuration

3.1 Requirements

Minimum and recommended specifications for the computer.

3.2 Network Settings

Configuring TCP/IP settings for PC communication.

4. Program Configuration

4.1 Dynatest Data Collection (DDC)

Introduction to the DDC software interface and initial setup.

4.3 Completing the Setup

Steps for configuring FWD/HWD hardware components.

5. Preparing for Measurements

5.1 Checking the FWD/HWD Hardware

Manual checks and operations of the FWD/HWD hardware.

5.2 Drop Heights Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting drop height stops and parameters.

6. Weight Setup

6.1 Changing the FWD Weight Setup

Procedure for changing the FWD drop weight assembly.

7. Connecting the Electronics

7.1 Connecting Transducers/Cables

Connecting load cell, deflectors, and other sensors to the Compact15.

8. Leaving Base

8.3 Functional Check

Performing a functional check of the entire system.

8.4 Just Before Leaving...

Final checks before driving to the test site.

9. Running the Program

9.1 Switch ON

Step-by-step procedure for powering on the system.

9.4 The Data Collection Screen

Overview of the main data collection screen interface.

10. Performing the Measurements

10.4 Running a Test

Step-by-step process for executing a test sequence.

11. The Dynatest FWD/HWD Hardware

11.3 FWD/HWD Hydraulics

Description of the hydraulic system components and operation.

12. Transducers/Cables

12.1 FWD Load Cell 86207

Key features and description of the FWD load cell.

12.3 Seismic Detector 86211

Description and specifications of the seismic detector.

13. Calibration

13.1 Relative Deflector Calibration

Procedure for ensuring deflector accuracy and consistency.

14. Setup Details

14.1 GPS

Details for setting up the GPS system.

14.2 Cameras

Details and setup for camera integration.

15. The Compact15 System Controller

15.1 Key Features

Overview of the Compact15 controller's main features.

15.7 Manual Operation

Operating the Compact15 system manually using push buttons.

16. Maintenance

16.1 Wheels/Brake System

Maintenance procedures for the wheels and brake system.

16.4 Hydraulic System

Maintenance procedures for the hydraulic system.

17. Trouble Shooting

17.6 General Functional Checking of the Hydraulics

Overall functional checks of the hydraulic system.

17.10 Checking the four Proximity Switch Sensors

Testing the functionality of proximity switch sensors.

18. Optional Accessories

18.1 Optional Hardware

List and description of optional hardware accessories.

19. Data Formats

19.1 MS Access 2000 (MDB)

Description of the native MS Access data format.

19.5 Pavement Deflection Data Exchange (DDX)

Format for pavement deflection data exchange (DDX).

20. Error Messages

Error 536: Deflection OFF RANGE

Error when deflection exceeds specified range.

Error 603: Network time-out

Error indicating failure in computer-trailer communication.

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