Ranger DST-2420 Installation And Operation Manual

Manual is about: FOR BALANCING AUTOMOBILE, MOTORCYCLE & LIGHT TRUCK TIRES / WHEELS

Summary of DST-2420

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    Model dst-2420 wheel balancer installation and operation manual shipping damage claims when this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt from the carrier. Consequently, claims for the material damaged in shipment must be made by the purchaser against the transportation compa...

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    2 table of contents operator protective equipment . . . . . . . . . . 2 definition of hazard levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 owner’s responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 safety instructions/cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 before you begin receiving /unpacking an...

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    3 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 ...

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    4 protective goggles, safety glasses, or a face shield must be worn by the operator. Care should be taken to see that all eye and face safety precautions are followed by the operator. Always wear safety glasses. Keep guards and safety features in place and in working order. Wear proper protective cl...

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    5 before you begin receiving the shipment should be thoroughly inspected as soon as it is received. The signed bill of lading is acknowledge- ment, by the carrier, of receipt in good condition of the ship- ment. If any of the goods called for on the bill of lading are shorted or damaged, do not acce...

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    7 4. Slide the hood arm over the hood axle, align the holes in the axle with the allen bolts then secure in place using the two allen set screws. 5. Raise the hood and hold it up. Use help to hold the hood while attaching the hood to the hood arm. 6. Slide the hood pin into the hole on the end of th...

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    8 balancer overview this machine is a two-plane, microprocessor-based computer balancer. Any imbalance in a wheel, either static or dynamic, is detected into two correction planes (the inner and outer) where corrective weights can be applied. Pressing the f button selects either dynamic, static, or ...

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    9 selecting weight positions for different wheel types prior to balancing, a specific function must be chosen for each particular wheel. The function settings automatically compensate weight location requirements for a particular wheel type. These settings can be selected by depressing the f button....

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    10 mounting wheels select the most appropriate mounting method for the wheel you are balancing. Using the proper method ensures secure mounting, accurate displays and safe balancer operation. It also prevents damage to the wheel. On most wheels, the inner side of the wheel hub usually has the most u...

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    11 dual cone mounting some aftermarket or oem performance wheels have a center hole that is deep enough to allow the use of two cones to mount it to the threaded shaft. The factory recommends that dual cone mounting is used in this situation. The cones must not contact each other and a correct cone ...

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    12 balancing instructions 1. First determine which mounting method you will use for the wheel. 2. Select a centering / mounting cone that best fits the center hole of the wheel. 3. After installing the necessary mounting hardware, lift the wheel onto the threaded shaft and slide it back against the ...

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    13 4. Pull the index arm out from the side of the machine until the tip touches the inner edge of the wheel. 5. Read the offset measurement as displayed on the scale directly on top of the index arm. Press the corresponding + - buttons below to enter the correct data. L - wheel width this is the wid...

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    14 2. After the hood is lowered, or the start button is depressed, the wheel will spin for approximately six seconds then stop automatically. 3. After the wheel stops, weight readings for each side of the wheel (inner and outer) will appear in the center display screen. 4. Turn the wheel by hand unt...

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    15 spin mode / static this function is used if weights can only be mounted on a single plane of the wheel. 1. Once the correct wheel data has been programmed, lower the hood to begin the spin mode. 2. After the hood is lowered, or the start button is depressed, the wheel will spin for approximately ...

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    16 trouble shooting guide. Perform the following checks if you are experiencing balancing problems. Proper installation / assembly confi rm that the balancer is bolted down. Confirm the location and alignment of the witness marks on the face plate and shaft assembly. (see page 7.) calibration it is ...

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    17 weight location verification procedure note: before performing the weight location verification procedure, make sure the balancer is bolted down and/or rigid to the floor and that the shaft and centering cones are clean and undamaged. Even the slightest dirt or damage can cause inaccurate reading...

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    18 procedures for changing parameter settings note: it is only necessary to modify the parameter settings if the computer/display board was replaced or if the calibration procedure does not resolve balancer problems. Note: these settings must match the parameter setting sticker located inside of the...

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    19 6. Carefully support the weight tray while noting the parameter setting values located on the parameter settings sticker located on the inside wall of the front panel of the machine. 7. Note the parameter setting values before reassembly, they will be needed after cover is closed. 8. Reassemble t...

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    20 resetting parameter settings 1. Press and hold the r button and the start button at the same time until the weight position indicators stop fl ashing. 2. The screen should now display “cal cal”. 3. Press - , below , then + below and then f . Note: these buttons must be pressed in sequence otherwi...

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    21 14. Press the + or - button below to modify the values to match the values shown on the parameter settings sticker. 15. When checking/modifying the sfa setting is complete, press distance + button below to move on to the next parameter setting. 16. Once you are done checking/modifying the sfa set...

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    22 err . -1- 1. Balancer shaft does not rotate. 1. Check the electrical connection. 2. Replace the power board. 3. Replace the electrical motor . Err . -2- 1. A wheel is not installed on the balancer . 2. A wheel is installed on the balancer but there is no tire. 3. The quick nut is not tight and/or...

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    26 drawing no. Description 101 membrane switch 102 plastic tray cover 103 wheel guard 104 wheel guard support 105 computer / display board 106 voltage selector switch 107 shelves 108 hanger 109 power switch 110 chassis body 111 hub 112 hub retaining screw 113 gauge sleeve - short 114 gauge rod 115 g...

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    27 tire and wheel data ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________...

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