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Hunter SmartWeight Touch User Manual

Hunter SmartWeight Touch
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Copyright © 2012 - 2014 Hunter Engineering Company
Form 6555TE-05, 05-14a
Supersedes Form 6555TE-05, 09-12
SmartWeight Touch
®
and GSP9200
Touch Wheel Balancer
Operation Instructions Software Version 2.0

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Hunter SmartWeight Touch Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHunter
ModelSmartWeight Touch
CategoryWheel Balancers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Introduction to the Balancer

Provides operation instructions and information for the SmartWeight Touch®/GSP9200 Touch Balancer.

Safety Precautions and Hazard Definitions

Details hazard definitions, important safety instructions, and precautions for safe operation of the balancer.

SmartWeight Touch®/GSP9200 Touch Components

Identifies and describes the main components of the SmartWeight Touch®/GSP9200 Touch balancer.

Main Screen Components Overview

Details the components and layout of the main operating screen of the balancer.

Operating the Wheel Balancer

Explains how to operate the balancer, including main balance screens, error pop-ups, and prompts.

Introduction to Wheel Balancing

Understanding Balance Forces

Explains balancing theory, static imbalance, and couple imbalance.

SmartWeight Balancing Technology® Explained

Introduces SmartWeight Balancing Technology and its static/dynamic imbalance sensitivity.

SmartWeight® Dynamic Weight Planes

Details how SmartWeight® uses dynamic weight planes for balancing.

Using SmartWeight Balancing Technology®

Explains how to use SmartWeight® balancing and its force display variations.

Wheel Balancing Procedures

Mounting a Wheel Using Wheel Lift

Details the procedure for mounting a wheel using the optional wheel lift feature.

Mounting the Wheel on the Balancer Spindle Shaft

Provides instructions on properly mounting a wheel onto the balancer spindle shaft.

CenteringCheck® Wheel Centering Feature

Explains how to use the CenteringCheck feature to verify wheel mount centering.

Collet Mounting Techniques

Front / Back Collet Mounting

Covers common and reliable methods for mounting wheels using collets.

Using The Plastic Wheel Mounting Spacer

Details the use of the plastic wheel mounting spacer for scratch prevention and centering.

Front Collet Mounting Procedures

Explains front collet mounting, generally not recommended but used when backside mounting is impossible.

Using The 9-Inch Alloy Wheel Pressure Cup

Describes the use of the optional 9-inch alloy wheel pressure cup.

Heavy Wheel Centering Methods

Provides methods for heavy wheel centering, overcoming gravity against the hub or spacer.

Specialized Mounting Conditions

Collet / Flange Plate Mounting

Details centering wheels using lugholes and center bore with a flange plate and collet.

Using Pressure Ring and Spacers

Explains the use of the pressure ring and spacers for mounting.

Hub Ring Spacers Application

Describes hub ring spacers used for larger pockets or dual wheel configurations.

On-Vehicle Wheel Installation Methods

Hub Centric Wheel Alignment

Explains how hub centric wheels align to the hub via the center bore.

Lug Centric Wheel Alignment

Details lug centric wheels, centered by lug holes, and how to verify.

Saving and Retrieving Spin Data

Saving Spin Data

Explains how the balancer tracks and stores spin data for wheel assemblies.

Measurement Storage and VirtualView®

Describes how the balancer stores and allows viewing of balanced wheel assemblies.

Print Summary of Balance Results

Details the printout feature for detailed measurement images and stored data.

Wheel Balancing Modes

SmartWeight® Balancing Technology

Explains SmartWeight® Balancing Technology as a method to reduce forces on a wheel.

Dynamic Balancing – Traditional Mode

Details dynamic balancing as the default and recommended method for accurate wheel balancing.

Switching to Traditional Dynamic Balancing

Guides on switching from SmartWeight® to traditional dynamic balancing.

Weight Placement Procedures with TruWeight™™

Dimensions Entry for Weight Placement

Explains how to take wheel dimensions using Dataset® arms or manual entry.

Dimensions Entry - Inner Clip

Details measuring inner clip dimensions using the inner Dataset® arm.

Dimensions Entry - Inner Tape

Explains measuring inner tape dimensions using the inner Dataset® arm.

Dimensions Entry - Outer Tape

Details measuring outer tape dimensions using the inner Dataset® arm.

Dimensions Entry - Enter Spoke(s)

Explains entering spoke positions for hidden tape weights.

Dimensions Entry - Outer Clip

Details measuring outer clip dimensions using the outer Dataset® arm.

Dimensions Entry - Inner and Outer Clip

Explains measuring inner and outer clip dimensions using both Dataset® arms.

Balancing Procedure Using Clip-On Weights

Provides the procedure for balancing using clip-on weights.

Automatic Dataset® Arms Operation

Automatic Weight Position Measurement

Details how Dataset® arms provide instant and accurate weight position measurements.

Blinding and Rounding Options

Tape Weight Menu Functions

Split the Weight® Feature

Explains how to split a weight into two smaller weights for better distribution.

Correcting Large Imbalances

Details using Split Weight® to correct large imbalances with multiple weights.

Split Spoke® Feature for Weight Hiding

Laser Weight Locators

BDC Laser Adhesive Weight Locator

Details the BDC laser locator for fast adhesive weight positioning.

Optional HammerHead® TDC Laser Locator

Explains the HammerHead® TDC Laser System for clip-on weight positioning.

TPMSpecs™ Feature for Vehicle Data

Hunter Help System

Video Player for Procedures

Provides access to video tips and procedures for using the balancer.

Launch Hunter Help

Explains how to access Hunter Help for tips and procedures.

Printout and Vehicle Summaries

Creating Custom Vehicle Summaries

Details creating and recalling custom vehicle summaries for printouts.

Wheel Clamping Features

Quick-Thread® Wheel Clamping

Explains the Quick-Thread® feature for assisted wing nut installation and removal.

Auto-Clamping™™ Wheel Clamping (Optional)

Describes the optional Auto-Clamp™™ spindle for pneumatic clamping.

Motor Drive and Spindle Control

Motor Drive/Servo-Stop Functionality

Details the DC motor drive for positioning, holding, and controlling spindle rotation.

Spindle-Lok® Feature for Stabilization

Explains the Spindle-Lok® feature for locking and stabilizing the spindle.

Safety Hood Features

Hood Autostart Operation

Details the hood autostart feature for automatic spin upon hood closure.

Loose Hub Detect Feature

Equipment Information and Setup

Tools Menu Overview

Provides access to equipment information and setup options.

Quick Calibration Check Procedure

Allows the operator to check balancer calibration.

Set Up Options Configuration

Accesses the setup screen for configuring balancer settings.

USB Program Flash Drive and Security Key

USB Program Flash Drive and Security Key Removal and Installation

Details the process of installing and removing USB drives and security keys.

Calibration and Maintenance Procedures

Calibration Procedures Overview

Guides on calibrating various systems of the balancer.

eCal™™ Auto-Calibration

Explains the automatic calibration system requiring no further operator input.

Calibration Check Procedure

Diagnostic Tools

Data Acquisition Circuits Diagnostics

Provides access to diagnostic information for data acquisition circuits.

Keys and Switches Diagnostics

Guides on testing the balancer's keypad and switches.

eCal™™ Diagnostic Tool

Accesses the eCal™™ diagnostic tool for calibration checks.

Spindle Encoder and Dataset Arm Sensors

Spindle Encoder Diagnostics

Details the Test Spindle Encoder screen for encoder diagnostics.

Dataset Arm Sensors Diagnostics

Explains how to access and interpret Dataset Arm Sensor diagnostics.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning the Console and Screen

Provides instructions for safely cleaning the balancer's display screen.

Spindle Hub Face and Shaft Cleaning

Details cleaning and lubrication of the spindle hub face and shaft.

BDC Laser Locator Maintenance

Information on maintenance and service for the BDC Laser Locator.

Mounting Cone Maintenance

Glossary of Terms

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