COATS 700 Solid State Wheel Balancer User Manual

1601 J. P. Hennessy Drive, LaVergne, TN USA 37086-3565 615/641-7533 800/688-6359 Manual Part No.: 8111807 06 HENNESSY INDUSTRIES INC. Manufacturer of AMMCO

, COATS®and BADA®Automotive Service Equipment and Tools. Revision: 03/08

700 Solid State

WHEEL BALANCER

Installation Instructions

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Maintenance Instructions

READ these instructions before placing unit in service KEEP these and other materials delivered with the unit in a binder near the machine for ease of reference by supervisors and operators.

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Table of Contents

Before You Begin

Receiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Standard Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Assembly and Setup

Floor and Space Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Unpacking the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Remove Balancer from Pallet . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Connecting to Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Initial Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Operating the Balancer

Wheel Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Selecting Operating Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Entering Wheel Measurements . . . . . . . . . . .4

Balance the Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Alloy Balancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Static Balancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Maintenance and Service

Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Calibration Check Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Calibration Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Troubleshooting

Special Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Operator Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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1. Read all instructions

2. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or damaged – until it has been examined by a qualified serviceman.

3. Do not let cord hang over edge of table, bench, or counter, or come in contact with hot manifolds or moving fan blades.

4. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating equal to or more than that of the equipment should be used. Cords rated for less current than the equipment may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.

5. Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use. Never use the cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.

6. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers or flammable liquids (gasoline).

7. Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on internal combustion engines.

8. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from moving parts.

9. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use on wet surfaces or expose to rain.

10. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

11. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

12. Do not disable the hood safety interlock system, or in any way shortcut safety controls and operations.

13. Be sure wheels are mounted properly, the hub nut engages the arbor not less than 4 turns, and the hub nut is firmly tightened before spinning the wheel.

14. Maintain all electrical cords in good repair. Do not operate damaged equipment until it has been examined by a qualified service technician.

15. Be sure the balancer is properly connected to the power supply and electrically grounded.

16. Read and understand this manual before operating. Abuse and misuse will shorten functional life.

17. Keep guards and safety features in place and in working order.

18. Wear proper clothing. Safety toe, non-slip footwear and protective hair covering to contain hair are recommended. Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing, neckties, or gloves when operating the balancer.

19. Keep work area clean and well lighted. Cluttered and/or dark areas invite accidents.

20. Disconnect balancer before servicing.

21. Repair or replace any part that is damaged or worn and that may cause unsafe balancer operation. Do not operate damaged equipment until it has been examined by a qualified service technician.

22. Never overload or stand on the balancer.

23. Do not allow untrained persons to operate machinery.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Definitions of Hazard Levels

Identify the hazard levels used in this manual with the following definitions and signal words:

DANGER

Watch for this symbol:

It Means: Immediate hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Watch for this symbol:

It Means: Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Watch for this symbol:

It Means: Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.

Watch for this symbol. It means BE ALERT! Your safety, or the safety of others, is involved.

Owner’s Responsibility

To maintain machine and user safety, the responsibility of the owner is to read and follow these instructions:

• Follow all installation instructions and make sure

installation conforms to all applicable Local, State, and Federal Codes, Rules, and Regulations; such as State and Federal OSHA Regulations and Electrical Codes.

• Carefully check the unit for correct initial function.

• Read and follow the safety instructions. Keep them

readily available for machine operators.

• Make certain all operators are properly trained,

know how to safely and correctly operate the unit, and are properly supervised.

• Allow unit operation only with all parts in place and

operating safely.

• Carefully inspect the unit on a regular basis and

perform all maintenance as required.

• Service and maintain the unit only with authorized

or approved replacement parts.

• Keep all instructions permanently with the unit and

all decals/labels/notices on the unit clean and visible.

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Failure to follow danger, warning and caution

instructions may lead to serious personal injury to operator or bystander, or damage to property. Do not operate this machine until you read and understand all the dangers, warnings and cautions in this manual. For additional copies of either, or further information, contact:

Hennessy Industries 1601 J.P. Hennessy Drive LaVergne, TN 37086-3565 615/641-7533 or 800/688-6359 www.ammcoats.com

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