GSP9700 Series Road Force Measurement System Operation 1. Getting Started 1
1. Getting Started
1.1 Introduction
The GSP9700 Series Road Force Measurement System is a wheel balancer with the
added capabilities of measuring tire/wheel Road Force, Lateral Force, Assembly, and
Wheel runout.
The GSP9700 simulates a “road test”, with a unique “load roller” which applies up to
1400 pounds of force against the rotating assembly. The roller measures the loaded
runout of the assembly (deflection while under load) and automatically recommends
corrections when needed. The GSP9700 technology eliminates many of the time
consuming, subjective, and often non-productive manual measurements previously
used to diagnose and repair ride disturbance concerns. The operation of this
diagnostic tool is discussed later in this manual.
This manual provides operation instructions and information required to operate the
GSP9700. Read and become familiar with the contents of this manual prior to
operating the GSP9700.
The owner of the GSP9700 is solely responsible for arranging technical training. The
GSP9700 is to be operated only by a qualified trained technician. Maintaining records
of personnel trained is solely the responsibility of the owner and management.
“References”
This manual assumes that you are already familiar with the basics of tire balancing.
The first section provides the basic information needed to operate the GSP9700. The
following sections contain detailed information about equipment operation and
procedures. “Italics” are used to refer to specific parts of this manual that provide
additional information or explanation. For example, Refer to “Equipment
Components,” page 9. These references should be read for additional information to
the instructions being presented.
1.2 For Your Safety
Hazard Definitions
Watch for these symbols:
CAUTION: Hazards or unsafe practices, which could result in minor
personal injury or product or property damage.
WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices, which could result in
severe personal injury or death.
DANGER: Immediate hazards, which will result in severe personal
injury or death.
These symbols identify situations that could be detrimental to your safety and/or
cause equipment damage.