Dynatest FWD - Page 9

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4. Program Configuration ............................................................................................. 4-25
4.1 Dynatest Data Collection (DDC) ............................................................................ 4-25
4.1.1 Vehicle ID ...................................................................................................... 4-25
4.1.2 Driver ............................................................................................................. 4-25
4.1.3 User ................................................................................................................ 4-26
4.1.4 Administrator ................................................................................................. 4-26
4.1.5 Options ........................................................................................................... 4-26
4.1.6 Entering the Main Program ........................................................................... 4-27
4.2 Applet Overview ..................................................................................................... 4-28
4.3 Completing the Setup .............................................................................................. 4-29
4.3.1 Entering the Data Collection Screen ............................................................. 4-30
4.3.2 Loading Unit .................................................................................................. 4-30
4.3.3 Compact15 System Controller ....................................................................... 4-32
4.3.4 Load Cell ....................................................................................................... 4-32
4.3.5 Deflectors ....................................................................................................... 4-33
4.3.6 Program Options ............................................................................................ 4-34
4.3.7 Air Temperature Sensor ................................................................................. 4-36
4.3.8 Surface Temperature Sensor .......................................................................... 4-37
4.3.9 Distance Measuring Instrument ..................................................................... 4-38
4.3.10 Global Positioning System (Optional) ........................................................... 4-39
5. Preparing for Measurements .................................................................................... 5-40
5.1 Checking the FWD/HWD Hardware ...................................................................... 5-40
5.2 Drop Heights Adjustment ....................................................................................... 5-41
5.3 “Lock error” and “Plate not low error” ................................................................... 5-45
6. Weight Setup .............................................................................................................. 6-46
6.1 Changing the UUFWDUU Weight Setup .......................................................................... 6-46
6.2 Changing the UUHWDUU Weight Setup .......................................................................... 6-48
7. Connecting the Electronics ....................................................................................... 7-51
7.1 Connecting Transducers/Cables .............................................................................. 7-51
7.1.1 Note on Load Cell Cable connection: ............................................................ 7-52
7.1.2 Note on Placing the Deflectors ...................................................................... 7-52
7.1.3 Important Notice!!! ........................................................................................ 7-52
7.2 Connecting the Computer ....................................................................................... 7-53
7.2.1 Interface connections ..................................................................................... 7-53
7.2.2 Power Connections ........................................................................................ 7-53
8. Leaving Base ............................................................................................................... 8-54
8.1 Maintenance Checks ............................................................................................... 8-54
8.1.1 Tire Pressure .................................................................................................. 8-54
8.1.2 Hydraulic Oil Level ....................................................................................... 8-54
8.1.3 Battery Acid Level ......................................................................................... 8-54
8.2 Connect Trailer to Tow Vehicle .............................................................................. 8-54
8.2.1 Hook to Hitch ................................................................................................ 8-54
8.2.2 Rear Lights Connection ................................................................................. 8-54
8.2.3 Front Support Wheel ..................................................................................... 8-54
8.2.4 Power Cable ................................................................................................... 8-54
8.2.5 Network Cable ............................................................................................... 8-54
8.3 Functional Check .................................................................................................... 8-54
8.4 Just Before Leaving... ............................................................................................. 8-55
8.4.1 Transport Locks (Automated or Manual) ...................................................... 8-55
8.4.2 Raise/Lower Bar Locking Pin ....................................................................... 8-55
8.4.3 Trailer Handbrake .......................................................................................... 8-55