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Hofmann geodyna 7600 User Manual

Hofmann geodyna 7600
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geodyna 7600
Service Manual

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Hofmann geodyna 7600 Specifications

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BrandHofmann
Modelgeodyna 7600
CategoryWheel Balancers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 General Information

Describes maintenance, checks, and repairs for the wheel balancer, intended for qualified personnel.

1.2 Tools Required

Lists standard and special tools necessary for repairing and checking the wheel balancers.

1.3 Important Safety Instructions

Provides essential safety precautions to follow when using the wheel balancer equipment.

1.4 Electrical Safety Precautions

Outlines crucial safety measures related to electrical connections and handling within the unit.

Chapter 2: AC/DC Power Distribution

2.1 Lockout and/or Tagout System Procedure

Details the procedure for safely isolating equipment from its power source during maintenance.

2.2 Electrical Requirements

Specifies the electrical requirements and notes for installation and power source verification.

2.3 AC Theory of Operation

Explains the AC power distribution and drive motor operation within the balancer.

2.4 DC Theory of Operation

Describes the DC power distribution and operation of various components like IBP board and encoders.

2.5 Functional Description

Explains how the wheel balancer computes static and dynamic imbalance using various sensors.

2.6 Installation Precautions (Floor Level)

Provides guidelines for ensuring the balancer is placed on a well-leveled floor for accurate operation.

Chapter 3: Balancer Components

3.1 Introduction to Components

Lists the main components of the balancer, including IBP Box, Vibratory Assembly, and Sonar.

3.2 IBP Box Assembly

Details the IBP box as a multifunctional device integrating controller and power supply.

3.3 Power Entry Module (PEM)

Describes the PEM unit, which includes switch, fuses, and power supply inlet.

3.4 IBP Board

Explains the IBP board as the integrated controller and power supply, with software loading via MMC/SD card.

3.5 Capacitors

Details the two capacitors (10 and 20 uF) used for starting the motor.

3.6 V.P.M. Vibratory Assembly

Describes the Virtual Plane Measurement vibratory assembly technology and its components.

3.7 Transducers

Explains the function and installation of transducers for measuring unbalance forces.

3.8 Temperature Sensor

Details the temperature sensor's role in compensating for temperature-dependent force conversion.

3.9 Incremental Encoders

Explains how incremental encoders capture rotational travel, direction, and absolute angular position.

3.10 Encoder Board of the Main Shaft

Describes the encoder board located in the vibratory tube, used for tracking shaft rotation.

3.11 Encoder Board of the Power Clamp

Details the encoder board for the power clamp, sensing pulley rotation for tie-rod movement.

3.12 Motor Drive System

Explains the motor's function in accelerating, maintaining, and stopping the shaft for measurements.

3.13 Belt Tension

Highlights the importance of proper belt tension for drive system friction and measurement accuracy.

3.14 The Brakes

Describes the different brake designs used for decelerating the main shaft after measurement.

3.15 Braking by Reversing the Motor Torque

Explains the economical brake system that uses motor torque reversal for deceleration.

3.16 Shaft Lock of Motor Drive Vibratory Assembly

Details the mechanical brake operated by pedal to lock the motor pulley.

3.17 The Electromagnetic Brake

Explains the electromagnetic brake's function in stopping the wheel assembly at TDC.

3.18 Power Clamping Device

Describes the components and function of the power clamping device for securing the wheel.

3.19 2D SAPE (Semi-Automatic-Parameter-Entry)

Explains the SAPE arm for measuring rim reference points and entering stick-on weights.

3.20 Sonar Wheel Data System

Describes the sonar sensor's use in reading rim width and detecting distance.

3.21 Sonar Sensor

Details the sonar sensor's role in detecting rim information for width measurement.

Chapter 4: Service Procedures

4.1 Service Introduction

Introduces the chapter's focus on checking and replacing balancer components.

4.2 Power Supply Cable Check and Replacement

Provides steps for checking and replacing the power supply cable.

4.3 Accessing the Inside of the Machine

Details how to access the internal components of the balancer.

4.4 Accessing the IBP Box

Explains the procedure for accessing and removing the IBP box.

4.6 Check and Replacement of Power Entry Module

Guides on checking and replacing the power entry module and its fuses.

4.10 Check and Replacement of the IBP Board

Provides troubleshooting steps and replacement procedures for the IBP board.

4.13 Check and Replacement of Transducers

Details the checking and replacement process for transducers on the alloy VPM.

4.16 Check and Replacement of the Motor

Explains how to check and replace the balancer's drive motor.

4.20 Check and Replacement of Power Clamp Nut and Tie Rod

Guides on checking and replacing the power clamp nut and tie rod assembly.

4.21 Check and Replacement of Electromagnetic Brake

Provides steps for checking and replacing the electromagnetic brake.

4.23 Check and Replacement of Distance Potentiometer

Details the procedure for checking and replacing the distance potentiometer.

4.24 Check and Replacement of Diameter Potentiometer

Explains how to check and replace the diameter potentiometer.

4.25 Laser Pointer: Check and Replacement

Guides on checking and replacing the laser pointer assembly.

4.26 Check and Replacement of Hood Switch

Details the procedure for checking and replacing the wheel guard hood switch.

4.29 Sonar Sensor: Check and Replacement

Explains how to check and replace the sonar sensor.

4.30 Touch Screen: Check and Replacement

Provides steps for checking and replacing the touch screen.

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

5.1 Troubleshooting Introduction

Introduces error codes, beep codes, and service codes for diagnosing malfunctions.

5.2 Software Update Procedure

Details the step-by-step process for updating the balancer's software using an SD card.

5.3 In-Field Reprogramming of Balancer

Describes the sequence of service codes to perform after software download.

5.4 Recommended Service Steps

Lists common service codes recommended for checking system components and diagnosing errors.

5.5 Self-Test During Startup

Explains the self-test procedure performed upon machine startup and error code indications.

5.6 'H' Error Codes

Lists and explains 'H' error codes, which are hints that do not lock the machine.

5.7 Error Codes on IBP Box

Details error codes related to the IBP box and their potential causes and solutions.

5.8 'K' Codes (Kernel Codes)

Explains 'K' codes, which are kernel codes representing software-detected errors.

5.9 EEP Codes

Describes EEP codes, which are beep sequences used to recognize machine malfunctions.

Chapter 6: Service Codes

6.1 Introduction to Service Codes

Explains the purpose of service codes: calibration, settings, diagnostics, and software upgrades.

6.2 Table of Service Codes

Provides a comprehensive list of service codes available for the balancer.

6.3 Entering Service C Codes and Options

Details how to access and navigate the service menu using C codes.

6.4 Saving Settings for Modes of Operation and Calibration Data

Explains how to save operational settings and calibration data using code C90.

6.5 User C Codes Reference

References user-configurable C codes for settings like unbalance display, wheel dimensions, and calibration.

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