Haweka TA20-2, AXI200 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Laser Wheel Aligner

AXIS200 / TA20-2

D-30938Burgwedel•Kokenhorststr.4•Phone:[phone]•Fax:[phone]•www.haweka.com• [e-mail]

GEB 001 083

Wheel Alignment AXIS200 / TA20-2

Table of contents

1	General safety precautions...............................................................................................		3
	1.1	Operator‟s responsibility ...........................................................................................	3
	1.2	Description of applied symbols .................................................................................	4
	1.3	General safety measures..........................................................................................	5
2	Shipment ..........................................................................................................................		6
	2.1	Dimensions and Weight............................................................................................	6
	2.2	Information‟s for general handling and storage.........................................................	6
3	Product Description ..........................................................................................................		7
	3.1	Agreed functionality ..................................................................................................	8
	3.2	Design of laser measurement head ..........................................................................	9
	3.3	Description..............................................................................................................	10
	3.4	Button functions......................................................................................................	10
	3.5	Initiation ..................................................................................................................	11
	3.6	Technical Data........................................................................................................	12
4	Equipment ......................................................................................................................		13
	4.1	Part list basic version of AXIS200 / TA20-2 ............................................................	13
	4.2	Accessories ............................................................................................................	16
5	Front Wheel Alignment...................................................................................................		18
	5.1	Preparations ...........................................................................................................	18
	5.2	Alignment of „Straight ahead position“ ....................................................................	19
	5.3	Set-up of Toe Scales ..............................................................................................	20
	5.4	Toe Measurement and Alignment...........................................................................	21
	5.5	Check of Steering Wheel Center Position...............................................................	23
	5.6	Camber measurement ............................................................................................	24
	5.7	Caster and Inclination .............................................................................................	25
	5.8	Relative Steering Angle (toe out on turns) ..............................................................	27
	5.9	Rim Run-Out Check................................................................................................	28
6	Rear Wheel Alignment ...................................................................................................		29
	6.1	Camber Measurement at the Rear Wheel .............................................................	29
	6.2	Total Toe / Rear Axle..............................................................................................	29
	6.3	Measurement of Axle Mismatch in relation to the Frame: .......................................	30
	6.4	Axle Mismatch in relation to Vehicle‟s Longitudinal Axis .........................................	31
7	Alignment of Twin Steering Front Axles..........................................................................		32
	7.1	Preparations ...........................................................................................................	32
	7.2	Reading of total toe ................................................................................................	32
	7.3	Toe Alignment of the Second Axle..........................................................................	34
8	Trucks with independent suspensions ............................................................................		36
	8.1	Measurement of Individual Toe -Trucks with Two Adjustable Toe Rods .................	36

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9	Adjustment by Run-out compensation............................................................................		38
10	Special Situation Measuring...........................................................................................		40
10.1		Fine Adjustment of Floor Scales:............................................................................	40
10.2		Optimisation of caster and inclination measurements.............................................	40
11	Maintenance ..................................................................................................................		41
11.1		Maintenance...........................................................................................................	41
11.2		Replacing the batteries in the laser housing ...........................................................	41
11.3		Replacing the batteries in the inclinometer .............................................................	42
12	Error description.............................................................................................................		43
12.1		Error description and causes..................................................................................	43
13	Annex.............................................................................................................................		44
13.1		Conversion Table from Millimetres into Degrees ....................................................	44
13.2		Diagram for Determination of Axle Mismatch (optical measurement) Dia. 1 ...........	46
13.3		Diagram for Determination of Axle Mismatch (optical measurement) Dia. 2 ...........	47
13.4		Measurement report ...............................................................................................	48
14	EC-Declaration of Conformity.........................................................................................		49

HAWEKA AG

Kokenhorststraße 4

Germany - 30938 Burgwedel

Tel.: +49 5139 / 8996-0

Fax: +49 5139 / 8996-222

[e-mail]

www.haweka.com

For version see page 7

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1 General safety precautions

1.1 Operator’s responsibility

Laser Aligner AXIS200 has been designed and manufactured in accordance with harmonized standards. It is thus state of art and provides maximum security during operation.

Structural changes of Laser Aligner require written approval of manufacturer!

Operational safety can only be achieved, if all required measures are carried out. It is due to the responsibility of the operator to consider these measures and to control their implementation.

In particular the operator has to ensure that

the device is only used appropriately to its agreed functionality

the device is only used if proper functionality is provided

complete operating instructions are provided in legible form at point of location of device

only suitably trained and authorized personnel operates the device

the personnel is regularly instructed in all aspects of operational safety and familiar with operating instructions and contained safety precautions

all warning and safety precaution labels maintain attached to the device in legible form

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1.2 Description of applied symbols

These operating instructions contain accurate safety precautions, following symbols have been applied for indication

This symbol indicates general risk for the device and materials.

Warning of hazardous electric voltage

This symbol indicates risks for humans, device and materials.

This symbol indicates no safety concerns but information’s for a better understanding of operating cycles.

Symbols attached to laser measuring heads are placed close to laser beam output opening.

Laser radiation warning

This symbol indicates that, above all, dangers to people are to be expected.

Information sign with the laser class markings

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1.3 General safety measures

Laser

CLASS 2

TYP 1

Laser Aligner AXIS200 must only be operated by suitably trained and authorized personnel that is familiar with these operating instructions and capable of proper implementation.

Check Laser Aligner before any operation for visual damage and ensure proper functionality of device! In case of defect inform manager of workshop!

Laser devices require general considerations:

-Do never look directly into laser beam!

-Define laser beam paths accurately, use laser absorbing means to avoid stray laser irradiation! Hazardous reflections are particularly caused by reflecting and shining surfaces.

-Level laser beam path above or below eye level if possible!

-Laser beam paths should not cross operational areas. If this is inevitable mark laser operating area significantly and set up required warning signs.

-Switch off laser after operation!

You can find more safety precautions in:

Safety of laser products; Part 1: Equipment classification, requirements and user‟s guide (IEC 825-1:1993)

It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure proper operation and implementation of safety precautions.

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2 Shipment

2.1Dimensions and Weight

Length x Width x Height

120 cm x 80 cm x 85 cm

Shipment weight:

165 Kg

2.2Information’s for general handling and storage

Avoiding damages and injuries during shipment:

industrial trucks must be in accordance with regulations for prevention of accidents

shipment activities must only be carried out by suitably trained and authorized personnel

heavy impacts during shipment must be avoided

Keep device always dry.

This applies in particular to shipment and storage of complete instrument cabinet.

Ensure that storage location is dry and dust free.

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3 Product Description

Laser Aligner AXIS200 / TA20-2

Part No. 922 000 020

These operating instructions are subject to alterations.

2. revised version

Illustration: HAWEKA AG / 30938 Burgwedel

This publication may not be reproduced in any form or by any means.

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3.1Agreed functionality

Laser Aligner AXIS200 is designed for wheel alignment of motor vehicles.

Only for the fast measurement of the chassis geometry. Front wheel alignment and steering axle:

-Total Toe / Single Toe

-Camber

-Caster

-KPI

-Relative steering angle

-Steering wheel centre position

Rear wheel alignment:

-Toe

-Camber

-Offset

-Out of square

Laser Aligner AXIS200 enables measurements while in driven position. No lifting of vehicle is required.

Measurements can be taken fast and reliable on all types of motor vehicles ( with specific accessories provided).

Safe operation of Laser Aligner AXIS200 cannot be ensured if not used appropriately to its agreed functionality!

The operator-and not the manufactureris responsible for all damages and injuries resulting from inappropriate use to its agreed functionality.

Applied laser of laser measuring head is a class 2 laser. Shortterm laser beam impact ( up to 0,25 s) proves not to be harmful to human eyes. Eye blink reflex prevents the eye from injury during short-term, unintentional exposure to laser beam.

DO NEVER LOOK INTENTIONALLY INTO LASER BEAM!

In case of suspected eye injury through laser beam impact consult a ophthalmologist immediately!

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3.2Design of laser measurement head

Laser head and main components:

grab arm assembly	3 arm star Pro Clamp
Part No. 912e008 140	Part No. 912e008 265

magnetic fool 100

Part No. 913 027 000

measuring head shaft

Part No. 913 005 015

laser head

Part No. . 913 001 042

star grip screw M8 x 40

Part No. DU ST08040

Laser head is free rotatable. Ensure that laser beam output opening is directed downward to the floor after mounting of laser heads and before switch on of diode laser.

Inclinometer

Required for camber and caster measurement during front wheel alignment. Electronic inclinometer is mounted on measuring head shaft.

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3.3Description

Visual display:

Camber

Demand to insert value Caster / KPI

Display of angles Upper line: Caster Lower line: KPI

3.4Button functions

Illuminated LC-Display

On / Off Button

Switch on display lighting

Change between different angle measurements

Hold („freeze“) angles on the display

For goniometry on an inclined plane

According to model different adaptor for measuring pillar.

P/N 913 009 043 = Ø 40 mm

	ON/	On / Off Button
	OFF
	Light	Switch on the backlight for 30 seconds.
		Switch to the measuring of KPI and caster
		If there is a change of angle (or at latest after 10 seconds) the display changes to caster
		(upper line) and KPI (lower line).
		Press the button another time and the display shows again the camber.
		Press this button to adjust the angle measurement to an inclined plane. The angles in both
	Tara	measurement directions are adjusted to zero.
		A symbol in the bottom right corner shows this operating status.
		Press the button another time and the display shows again the absolute angle.
		Temporarily “freezing” a reading on the display.
	Hold/	This operating status is shown by a symbol in the bottom left corner.
	Save	Press the button again and the display changes to a continuous display of the measured
		values.
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3.5Initiation

Initial operation of Laser Aligner requires following measures:

Mounting of rolls and scale holding device on mobile instrument cabinet.

Fit in fastening screws M8 x 65 from top and tighten with nut and washer.

For each roll

4 x Carriage bolt M8

4 x Washer M8

4 x Nut M8

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3.6Technical Data

	Measuring Accuracy:
	Toe	< 0,5 mm
	Camber	0 ... 10°: +/- 0° 03‟
	Caster
		10 ... 45°: +/- 0° 12‟
	Steering
	Relative steering angle	+/- 15 min.
	Axle mismatch	+/- 1 mm
	Axle torsion	+/- 5 min.

Toe measurement range Camber measurement range KPI measurement range Castor measurement range

Turning plate carrying capacity

Laser:

Model LG650-7 (80)

Operating voltage

Power Po

Wave range

Range

Laser class

Electronic inclinometer:

+/- 28 mm to 5 degrees to 18 degrees to 12 degrees

5 – 7 t / piece

3 Volt (2 x Mignon Typ AA 1,5 Volt)

0,91 mW

650 nm

20 m

2DIN EN 60825-1:1994-07

Operating voltage	4,5 volt (3 x Mignon Type AA Batteries 1.5 volt)
Current input during operation	10 mA (without lighting), 60 mA (with lighting)
Closed-circuit current (unit switched off)	< 10 µA
Running time with one set of batteries	without lighting: approx. 50 - 60 h.
	with lighting: approx. 30 h.
Specified measuring range	+/- 45° for both axles
Extended measuring range	+/- 90° for both axles
Accuracy of the specified measuring range	0... 10°: +/-0° 03‟
	10 ... 45°: +/-0° 12‟
Resolution	0° 01‟
Temperature range	-5 to +50 °C (in use) -20 to 65 °C (storage)
Shock resistance of the sensor	3.500g

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4 Equipment

4.1Part list basic version of AXIS200 / TA20-2

2 pcs. Laser measuring heads with magnetic feet (100 mm)

1 pcs. Part No. 922 001 006

4 pcs. Grab arms for trucks

1 pcs. Part No. 912e008 137

1 pcs. Electronic inclinometer

Part No. 913 009 043

1 pcs. Alignment block for uneven floors

Part No. 913 010 000

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2 pcs. 20° scales

1 pcs. Part No. 913 018 000

2 pcs. Turning plates

Left and Right

1 pcs. Part No. 913 011 000

6 pcs. Magnetic feet for rear-axle measuring (315mm)

1 pcs Part No. 913 030 000

6 pcs. Magnetic feet for front-axle measuring (100 mm)

1 pcs. Part No. 913 027 000

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