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1. the screen will display the interface as shown in Fig 4 27 T E JH CURVE OM THE FRONT AXLE hapten MAG 19380 hi Fig 427 a Methods Click Toe in Curve Change on the interface of Front Axle Measurement to enter Toe in Curve Change interface as shown in Fig 4 25 2 According to the prompts on the screen please select the appropriate vehicle adjustment tools by the way of referring to the vehicle adjustment HELP information for the front toe in curve change regulator Please perform the next operation procedure after finished 3 The vehicle is now in put down status position B1 Adjust the vehicle front toe in to the allowed scope according to the standard specifications see 4 8 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions Fig 4 24 Put up the vehicle with the special tools equipped according to the prompts on the screen Click NEXT button the screen will display the interface as shown in Fig 4 28 FL Toe curve change FR Toe curve change 7 i oh A r 4 Mal a aa ET ee D o Poti f NF a poladeo eondition position Bu Oo Fig 4 28 4 Put up the vehicle to position B2 according to the requirements of the manufacturer The screen display the interface as shown in Fig 4 29 Value for L wheel toe curve change Value for wheel foe curve change Put up the vehicle position q acoordiag to the requiraents of the mantas turer mid refering to the vehicle wl2. and End year The vehicle information cannot be directly entered in this interface with the keyboard If the vehicle model has been selected in Measurement Select vehicle model the corresponding information of the vehicle model selected will be displayed in this interface Operator Name of the operator who is operating the 4 9 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions instrument now The corresponding Operator can be selected only after the Operator column of Information for service station is added Please refer to System management User information Fault cause The symptoms of the vehicle under test There are 5 options Tire wear Pull Steering wheel is not centered Steering wheel swings and Others Return to caster swing If you are not satisfied with the measurement results you can click this button to return to the interface of Caster Swing to perform the measurement operation again Print Save To print the alignment data of the vehicle under test in the format of form or image Please refer to System management Report setting for the format setting of the report form To save the alignment data of the vehicle under test Vehicle plate number and Client name must be entered and Fault cause must be selected first before saving Caution The report form print function provided by this interface only aims at the individual information report form for the
3. lock the turntables with the lock pins before driving the vehicle release the lock pins after the vehicle is placed well 3 Check each chassis part carefully include dust cover bearing rock arm tripod end shock absorber tie rod end and steering mechanism for any looseness or wear Then check to see if the tire pressure and track widths of the left and right wheels are alike 4 Install the wheel clamp target assembly on the wheel and turn the knob to lock the wheel clamp The claws of the wheel clamp should be fixed on the external or internal edge of the rim according to the practical condition Ensure equal depth for each claw and avoid attaching it on the distorted area Use the safety belt to bind the wheel clamp to the wheel rim to avoid falling accidentally Please see Fig 4 1 Fig 4 1 5 Insert the power plug of the wheel aligner into the standard 3 pole power receptacle Program Operation Turn on the power switch start the computer and enter the main interface of the measurement program The screen displays the main function menu There are 8 functions available in the main menu Standard measurement Quick measurement Additional measurement System management Print 2D 3D View Help and Exit See Fig 4 2 and Fig 4 3 4 1 4 3X A Ver dc oo J a Elm WHE 7423 BNET MENTAN ALIGN Fig 4 3 Note On the main interface 2D View and 3D View can be switched to each other The follo
4. LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Structures Wheel Clamps and Targets i E SO A X 712 wheel aligner has 4 target clamp assemblies o CAS E which are monitored by cameras are the key TAS components for whole test system There are some NAN bull eye signs for installing the wheel on the targets as shown in Fig 2 2 Fig 2 4 Steering wheel holder Brake Pedal Depressor X 712 has a brake pedal depressor as shown in Fig 2 5 It is used to hold the brake pedal down Fig 2 2 The installation of wheel clamp is crucial to the test result The claws should be in even contact with the wheel rim without touching the lead weight Communication Cables There are 2 USB signal cables 1 RS232 signal cable and 1 power supply cable between the computer host Fig 2 5 Brake pedal depressor and the cameras of X 712 wheel aligner please take care to prevent the cables from being damaged Turntable and Transition Bridge X 712 has two mechanical turntables standard configuration see Fig 2 3 Fig 2 3 mechanical turntables The turntables are placed at the front wheel positions of the vehicle on the lift Each turntable is equipped with a transition bridge the transition bridge is placed between the turntable and the lift to ensure the wheel move on the turntable smoothly Steering Wheel Holder X 712 has a steering wheel holder as shown in Fig 2 4 Use the steering wheel holder to lock the steering wheel acco
5. Thrust angle The trust angle is defined according to the driven mode of vehicle Rear wheel driven the thrust angle equals half of the toe in difference between the two rear wheels As shown in Fig 1 6 Front wheel driven the thrust angle equals half of the toe in difference between the two front wheels Four wheel driven the thrust angle equals half of the toe in difference between the two front wheels plus half of the toe in difference between the two rear wheels The trust angle is defined as positive when the trust line is towards left and negative when the line is towards right If the thrust angle is not zero the vehicle will have the side moving trend In this case adjust the front toe in of the drive wheels first and then adjust the toe in of driven wheels 1 2 LAUNCH Fig 1 6 Wheelbase Difference Wheelbase difference is defined as the angle between the joint line of the centre of two rear wheels and that of the front wheels It is positive when distance between the centre of the right wheels is large than that of left wheels and negative otherwise If the track width is available from the vehicle specifications then the wheelbase difference can be also expressed by angle See Fig 1 7 Fig 1 7 Track width Difference Track width difference is defined as the angle between the joint line of the ground contact point of left wheels and that of the right wheels It is positive when d
6. cloth dipped with an appropriate amount of the neutral detergent or the absolute alcohol to wipe the surface of target lightly if there are some smuts on it When using and storing please pay much attention to prevent water from entering into the targets The wires inside the post and the lateral beam are connected compactly Don t touch or move them after first installation The precision position calibration has been performed for the cameras after first installation the user can not move or wobble the post or lateral beam during or after using them Without approval of the supplier please do not disassemble the post and the lateral beam in order to avoid damaging the components influencing the test accuracy and increasing the costs and X 712 Wheel Aligner difficulties of maintenance and repair For the damage caused by unauthorized disassembling will not be covered by the Warranty The fastening method should be selected correctly and flexibly according to the actual conditions of the rim the turning force should be equal when fastening after fastening please check the wheel clamp again The force should be equal when using each knob please don t fasten it too tight in order to avoid damaging the locking mechanism or other parts After using please cut off all power supply timely The cameras of X 712 wheel aligner are the key optical components for testing Do not impact them when using keep the surfac
7. jitsteret HELP information or front aheri Llee ih Curve Fig 4 29 5 Put down the vehicle to position B1 Adjust the vehicle front toe in to the allowed scope according to the standard specifications The interface is as shown in Fig 4 30 Fig 4 30 6 Put down the vehicle and then click gt button to return to the interface of Front Axle Measurement Attention After adjustment please remember to click a button and then put down the vehicle body according to the prompts on the screen If the lift is not put down it will be limited to select the other interfaces except for Rear axle measurement interface as shown in Fig 4 31 Print Report Print Report can print and save the alignment data of the vehicle under test The interface is as shown in Fig 4 32 Vehicle number license plate Client information IF DP ki Lig if a O tiai Carter Fig 4 32 Vehicle license plate number The license plate number of the vehicle under test Client information The corresponding information for the owner of the vehicle under test including Client name Contact Telephone and Address The client information can be directly entered in this interface with the keyboard Vehicle information The corresponding information of the vehicle under test including Mileage Manufacturer Model Start year
8. the controllability of steering is improved Without the inclination the controllability of the steering may be affected further more the vehicle weight and the ground counterforce may cause significant stress in the axle and finally damage the axle Correct inclination of king pin is also helpful for the vehicle to restore its straight ahead position after steering steering axle inclination is determined when the vehicle suspension is designed It is not service adjustable Caster Caster is the tilting of the kingpin either forwards or backwards from vertical as viewed from side of the vehicle See Fig 1 4 Caster Fig 1 4 When the king pin is tilted backwards from the vertical caster is positive When the king pin is tilted forwards caster is negative Caster angle influences the directional stability of the steering To increase the tendency of the steering to self centre the steering will normally be designed with X 712 Wheel Aligner Introduction positive caster Toe out on Turns Toe out on turns is defined as the difference of the steering angle between the two front wheels when turning left or right by 20 as shown in Figure 1 5 The inner wheel will turn more degrees than the outer wheel when the vehicle is steered the difference is usually about 2 This angle is designed to reduce steering resistance Fig 1 5 Note This angle can be tested when a turntable is equipped for X 712
9. 4 21 Fig 4 21 Click o pushbutton to select the parameters of standard vehicle model If the parameter values of wheelbase and front rear track width are contained in the standard database each angle value displayed on the screen will automatically be converted into length value with the unit of mm The interface is as shown in Fig 4 22 Fig 4 22 Note The system provides the dynamic measurement and display for these special values but the measurement result will not be saved in the database HELP for vehicle adjustment Click this button the screen will pop up an interface of HELP for vehicle adjustment the different toe in and camber adjusting methods for various vehicle models have been enumerated in this interface for vehicle adjustment the operator can perform the toe in and camber adjustment operation according to the operating methods in the HELP interface The interface is as shown in Fig 4 23 P Ece deen the Locker Rear Toe in Adjustment Lift up the vehicle body Sometimes it is required to lift the vehicle body up in order to be convenient to adjust front rear camber and caster When the vehicle wheels are lifted up the inclinometers will move and the corresponding measured values will change too In this case please use Lifting Adjustment function Click button and then lift up the vehicle body according to the prompts on the screen The software will automatically compensate the o
10. A Operating procedures 1 Backup Click ES button find the position of the file you expect to save in pop up dialogue box The interface is as shown in Fig 4 49 or enter the path address directly in the blank of exported ds Fa file e path and then click button eit EO Documents and Settings H a foxumail ECO es ELO NVIDIA a Frogram Files E O WIHHT i i B 9 winsock ees E TATE Fig 4 49 2 Restore The similar operation can be performed when the backed up data need to be imported into the system Click button find the position of the file you expect to import in popped up window or enter the path address directly in the blank of imported file path then click a PL button the system will automatically import this back up file Log Review Log is the important recorded information for the system running We can check the system conditions by viewing the log so we can say that the log is an important window for us to monitor and diagnose the system During running and testing operation the system will record some main operations or signals in this way the information records in log file are built The interface is as shown in Fig 4 50 4 14 LAUNCH Log review Fig 4 50 Operating procedures Log column To shown the abnormal conditions of the equipment usage in each year Save When there are records in the log file of system the required reco
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12. V2 01 000 2012 09 10 For X 712 X 712 Short Column X 712 Wall mounted X 712HD LAUNCH Trademark Information LAUNCH is a registered trademark of LAUNCH TECH CO LTD LAUNCH for short in China and other countries All other LAUNCH trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names referred to in this manual are either trademarks registered trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names of or otherwise the property of LAUNCH or its affiliates In other countries where any of the LAUNCH trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names are not registered LAUNCH claims other rights associated with unregistered trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names Other products or company names referred to in this manual may be trademarks of their respective owners You may not use any trademarks service marks domain names logos or company names of LAUNCH or any third party without permission from the owner of the applicable trademarks service marks domain names logos or company names You may contact LAUNCH at http Awww cnlaunch com or write to LAUNCH Industrial Park North of Wuhe Rd Banxuegang Longgang Shenzhen Guangdong P R China to request written permission to use Materials on this manual for purposes or for all other questions relating to this manual Copyright Information Copyright 2012 by LAUNCH TECH CO LTD All rights reserved No p
13. abase and directly perform the next step operation This vehicle model is no longer saved in the commonly used data list If you want to add this vehicle model into the commonly used data list it needs to be added from the interface of System Management Standard Data Management Selected from customer information For old customer you can directly search for the vehicle model from the customer information database and directly perform the next step operation Quick search The input box for quick search aiming at the vehicle model is provided at the bottom of the interface Please input the first letter of the vehicle model to perform the searching operation Tire parameter When the unit of toe in is used in mm or In The unit of toe in can be set in System Management System setting the diameter or model of the present tire must be input E VE S Help To provide the description of operating method and note Operating procedures Select the corresponding vehicle model item in Commonly used data list then click Next hen the toe of the system uses linear measure it is required to enter the vehicle tire diameter at the right bottom corner on this interface otherwise the system cannot enter the next operating procedure The form currently provided is the same form with Commonly Used Data Management in the System Management interface in the same way you can click button to add th
14. annot move remove the steering wheel holder finally 2 The measured values are displayed with different colors on each measurement interface Green it indicates that the measured values are within the standard specifications o Red it indicates that the measured values are beyond the standard specifications Blue it indicates that this measured parameter has not the standard specification 3 This operation should be performed at the calibration position Rear axle measurement This interface can provide the real time result related to rear axle measurement the operator can compare the measurement result with the standard data while adjusting the vehicle until the vehicle is adjusted to the best status The interface is as shown in Fig 4 19 laah E Oe o Tom es t i Put up the vehicle body Double click Double click with left key of the mouse on the data display forms for camber and toe in of RL and RR wheels the corresponding displayed data will be enlarged The interface is as shown in Fig 4 20 0 75 0 50 0 1 6 0 1 3 Fig 4 20 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions Additional Measurement This interface provides an operating platform for special measurement which can measure and display left lateral offset right lateral offset axle offset front setback rear setback track width difference and wheelbase difference etc The interface is as shown in Fig
15. ant objective of the safety signs exists in the prevention of personal injuries If the warning triangle with the wording danger is on a safety notice hazards for the machine material and the environment are not excluded lf the warning triangle with the wording caution is on a safety reference personal injuries are not anticipated The applied symbol cannot replace the text of the safety reference The text must therefore always be completely read Basic safety measures during normal operations The machine may only be operated by trained and authorized personnel who know the operating instructions and are capable of working with them Prior to switching the machine on check and verify that Only authorized personnel are located within the working range of the machine No one can be injured when the machine is activated Check the machine for visible damages prior to use and verify that it is only operated in perfect condition Report any problems immediately to the supervisor Prior to each operating start check and verify that all safety equipment operates perfectly Basic safety measures during service and maintenance Adhere to the inspection and maintenance intervals specified in the operating instructions Wo access to the work area of the machine to unauthorized personnel prior to performing maintenance or repairs Attach or set up a warning sign that points out maintenance or repair work lt 2 Pull
16. art of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means of electronic mechanical photocopying and recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of LAUNCH The information contained herein is designed only for the use of this unit LAUNCH is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other units Neither LAUNCH nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this unit or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this unit or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this unit or failure to strictly comply with LAUNCH operating and maintenance instructions LAUNCH shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original LAUNCH Products or LAUNCH Approved Products by LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners LAUNCH disclaims any and all rights in those marks LAUNCH Precautions Please read the User s Manual and the Installation and Parts Manual carefully before operating X 712 Only the qualified technician can operate the Wheel Aligner The operator must have knowledge of computer application and basic t
17. ata application Note after the old database upgraded the original user defined data will still exist in the new database The interface is as shown in Fig 4 41 m ae tory ES Newly added PAADIDIA amp Fig 4 41 Search for model To provide the function of Quick search for vehicle model Directly input the first letter of the model name of the vehicle under test in the text box the system will automatically perform the search operation Newly added To add the vehicle models which are not included in the standard database Click this button you can add the user defined information in the popped up window as shown in the following figure for the detailed information of the user defined data After confirming you can save the information into the data list Parameter MIN spec MAX spec Front Total Toe FL Toe FR Toe FL Camber FR Canber Rear Total Toe Left Caster Right Caster Left SAI Right SAI Vheelbase Front tread Rear tread Fig 4 42 Modify This function is either applied to modifying the user defined information in the list or it can modify the information imported from the standard data Delete This function is only applied to deleting the user defined information in the list It cannot delete the information imported from the standard data Operating procedures Directly click manufacturer to select corresponding vehicle model in order to give t
18. ation operation for FL amp RL targets is finished the interface will prompt left camera the calibration is finished as shown in Fig 4 59 Camera calibration TLE fot camera the calibration te finished Fig 4 59 JJA In succession the system will automatically start to calibrate RR target and then calibrate FR target at last After the calibration operation for RR amp FR targets is finished the interface will prompt right camera the calibration is finished as shown in Fig 4 60 Camera calibration 0 01 right casera the calibrati n te finished Fig 4 60 J J 4 16 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Operation Instructions Now the calibration operation for the two cameras is finished and the interface will prompt Calibration is done successfully please quit and re enter the system As shown in Fig 4 61 Fig 4 61 Click OK button to quit the above operation procedures and you can re enter the system if necessary Note Perform the calibrating operation during equipment installation Generally speaking only in following two cases is the calibrating operation performed 1 The camera is adjusted or moved 2 The target is changed Please do not perform the calibrating operation in normal test operation process Print In main interface click the icon of Print to enter the interface of repot form print It is mainly used to check or print the n
19. ble containers LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Report setting 4 13 Table of Contents Select Language 4 14 Data Backup and Restore 4 14 Log ROVICW ccccssssseseersssarseseesesrseeseeees 4 14 Target Monitoring 4 15 Introduction ccccccccccccccccecececcccce 171 Camera Calibration eee ee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee eee 4 15 STAIN peca eae E A 1 1 dat Gh sesh SS RES Save teas GEES than SAE doce db BENS toon ect a When Is Wheel Alignment Required 1 4 EO DR aa a Main Vehicle Alignment Parameter e Toen and Toe OUl ssa aa 1 1 Frequently Asked Questions 5 1 VADE a E O peer eter 1 1 Steering axle INClinatiOn cccecseeeeeeeees 1 1 Industrial Computer Cannot Start Up Without Any CASTOR 1 2 REUS a E 7I Computer Cannot Enter Windows 7 5 1 TOCOU ON TUM S sas iss denied 1 2 Mouse and Keyboard does not Respond 5 1 RAS EQ LE tiro anes ar alles niesieenerenees 1 2 eg tR 5 1 Wheelbase Difference 1 3 RS E j X 712 Program Does Not RUN 5 1 Track width Difference c ccesessssseeeseeeees 1 3 ee Why the blocking tip box does not appear when you Left right lateral offset angle 1 3 l turn the steering wheel and block the rear target 5 1 Axle offset angle serem 1 3 When you turn the steering wheel the tip box Delay ANGIC essas ANNAR 1 3 appears in case of the light path has been bloc
20. cle Model Report setting Report setting can set the format type of the report form The interface is as shown in Fig 4 45 Late Camar Bagh Cisne Mania Fig 4 45 Report form 1 Format 1 is for detailed report form which includes the items of Before Adjustment After Adjustment Standard maximum and minimum values Report form 2 Format 2 is for concise report form which lists the data information before and after adjustment only 4 13 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Operation Instructions Report form 3 Format 3 is for fig report form The 4 46 interface is as shown in Fig Fig 4 46 Select Language The system has provided many languages to select The interface is as shown in Fig 4 Fig447 Operating procedures Select your desired language and then click 2 button the system will restart and switch to the interface with the language you selected Data Backup and Restore The function is used in system data backup application so as to prevent the WINDOWS system from abnormity caused by external factors such as virus and help you to avoid unnecessary loss The backup function we provide is mainly used to backup the contents of three parts user and business data information system configuration file and probe calibration information The interface is as shown in Fig 4 48 Start to backup co path Start to restore Fig 4 48 T
21. dividual toe in is not displayed LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions HELP for vehicle adjustment Click this button the screen will pop up an interface of HELP for vehicle adjustment the different adjusting methods for various vehicle models have been enumerated in this interface for vehicle adjustment the operator can perform the vehicle adjustment operation according to the operating methods in the HELP interface Lift up vehicle body Sometimes it is required to lift the vehicle body up in order to be convenient to adjust front rear camber and caster When the vehicle wheels are lifted up the inclinometers will move and the corresponding measured values will change too In this case please use Lifting Adjustment function Click button and then lift up the vehicle body according to the prompts on the screen The software will automatically compensate the offset of inclinometer in order to realize accurate adjustment Attention After adjustment please remember to click button and then put down the vehicle body according to the prompts on the screen Toe in curve change provides the special measurement methods relative to some vehicle models of VOLKSWAGE and AUDI etc First the operator must adjust the toe in curve changes of these kinds of vehicles to the standard range and then Front Axle Measurement can be performed normally When Toe in Curve Change is activated please click the icon of
22. dy SR 297 0 117 0 Operating methods According to the prompts on the picture at the bottom of the interface measure left right front and rear ride height values respectively to see if they are within the standard range or not If the height measurement value s is are not within the standard range please check the vehicle status and adjust the corresponding components to keep 4 Height Measurement Values within the standard range Click NEXT after finished 4 When some special vehicle models such as RENAULT MEGANE IT are selected the screen will pop up an interface of Dependent Suspension Measurement as shown in Fig 4 10 This interface provides an operating platform for dependent Suspension measurement system in order to confirm the standard data according to the current LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions Fig 4 10 Operating methods According to the prompts on the picture at the bottom of the interface measure left right front and rear ride height values respectively and input them into the corresponding inputting boxes Click NEXT after finished Caution 1 Testing conditions for ride height measurement Specified tire pressure Good and even tread pattern Specified wheel bearing clearance Specified rim and tire The brake pedal depressor is installed Counterweight the whole vehicle according to the normal driving conditions Adjust the seats to the middle positions and fill
23. e following information Operation of wheel aligner software Basic knowledge on 4 wheel alignment Exit EXIT system has two kinds of prompts Exit from the system and return to WINDOWS operating interface or Exit and shutdown Please refer to System Management System Setting for the detailed settings The interface is as shown in Fig 4 64 Fig 4 64 4 17 LAUNCH Frequently Asked Questions FAQ Industrial Computer Cannot Start Up Without Any Prompts Check the power socket and plug Check the connection Check the power switches of computer host and monitor Check the indicator Check the contrast and brightness Computer Cannot Enter Windows 7 e The hardware start files are lost e BISO setting error e Hardware malfunction Mouse and Keyboard does not Respond Check the connection of mouse and or keyboard Check the matching of mouse and or keyboard to computer host Mouse or keyboard damaged Printer does not Respond e Check connection of printer cables Check printer drive program and settings e Check computer virus X 712 Program Does Not Run Program file lost or error e Program registry list damaged Why the blocking tip box does not appear when you turn the steering wheel and block the rear target It is normal The test result will not be influenced without tip box but please do not block any one of the front targets when you test the extremum point and toe
24. e measurement 4 8 PRIM TAC DOM sis iii ii ita ata 4 9 Quick Measurement 4 10 Additional Measurement ccccccsssseeerees 4 10 System Management 4 11 User information serrana 4 11 Client management 4 11 OEM SPECS a een en eee ete 4 12 Frequent MOC sarna sionista 4 13 System OGI PRP RP SNPA ANO RS RR 4 13 LAUNCH Introduction Thank you for using X 712 wheel aligner manufactured by LAUNCH TECH CO LTD Definition X 712 wheel aligner is a precision measurement instrument designed to measure the wheel alignment parameters and compare them with the specifications provided by vehicle manufacturer It also gives instructions to the user for performing corresponding adjustments so as to get the best steering performance and reduce tire wear When Is Required The driver must firmly hold the steering wheel to maintain a straight ahead driving e Abnormal wear of tires occurred such as single side wear concave convexity wear and featheriness wear o Too heavy or too light steering or shaking at high speed driving e When the tire s steering joint or shock absorber are replaced e When the vehicle is impacted After the vehicle has run for the first 3000km or 10000km Wheel Alignment Main Vehicle Parameter The wheel alignment mainly consists of camber caster toe in steering axle inclination toe out on turns wheelbase difference track width difference etc They are design
25. e of the wheel clamp Steering axle inclination Thrust angle Maximum measurable rim size Notes 1 The right of changing the design will be reserved by manufacturer 2 The above test range can be confirmed only when the user follows the specified operation procedures Requirements on Surroundings hem S pecifications O O 0 50 C Relative humidity Light requirement No direct strong lights irradiate the target and reflect to the camera The height difference between the left rail and lt mm left to right lt 2mm front to back right rail of lift Working Principle The working framework of X 712 wheel aligner is as shown in Fig 1 9 The whole system is composed of data collecting system and data processing system 1 4 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Right camera Pa ERE SESS 4 Introduction Right targets Computer i on mm Keyboard mouse Fig 1 9 The data collecting system consists of 2 cameras with high resolution and 4 targets The left and right cameras capture the images on the left and right targets and transmit them to the data processing system The targets are attached on the wheel rims via wheel clamps So the geometrical relationships among 4 wheel rims are calculated according to the images captured by cameras from the targets and further to confirm the aligning parameters of the wheels The data processing system is the core part of X 712 wheel aligner It consists of a comp
26. e of the camera lens clean Please use the lens paper to wipe the surface of the camera lens lightly if there are some smuts on it General Safety Instructions A srr equipment may not be removed and or disabled Any work on the electrical installation may only be performed by electricians An wheel alignment system may not be operated in explosion prone surroundings A operator must provide appropriate fire protection measures at the measuring platform In particular any flammable or self combusting items such as cloths soaked in solvents or oil and fluids or foreign items and other ignition sources should not be stored in the tool trolley Warning symbol tags used Legend Pull the power plug before opening the housing Obligation by the operator to be considerate and avoid negligent acts The equipment was designed and constructed with consideration to required harmonized standards as well as additional technical specifications It therefore corresponds with the current state of technology and provides the maximum standard in safety during the operation LAUNCH The machine safety however can only be implemented during the operation if all of the required steps have been taken The operator of the machine has the Obligation to plan these actions and check their compliance The operator must specifically verify that The machine is only used according to specifications The machine i
27. e standard data provided by the system into this form If you want to add user defined data you need to add it from Standard Data Management interface of System Management The unit of Wheelbase Front wheelbase and Rear wheelbase is mm Special Measurement For different data of vehicle model some special measurement methods and operating procedures will occur 1 Aiming at some vehicle model of Benz the system provides the operations for measuring the standard data with gradient meter When the data selected is of Benz vehicle the system will pop up a dialogue box as shown in Fig 4 5 ess 5 al S f oan con rege onl FE Cuber Tire model Ei amet er om Diameter inch Search for model dad Please select the vehicle model then click NEXT Fig 4 5 The interface for vehicle level measurement is displayed in Fig 4 6 4 2 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Oelie Instructions Vehicle adjustment Use gradient meter the special measurement instrument optional to get the level values of four wheels which are displayed in the editing boxes Also the operator can take the level value scopes displayed on the top of the editing boxes as the reference and manually input the corresponding level values of four wheels Vehicle Adjustment Help It provides the using method of the gradient meter for Benz vehicle the operator can perform the vehicle test and adjustment with the r
28. ed mainly to improve the steering performance and driving stability of the vehicle and reduce tire wear Alignment Toe in and Toe out The toe setting is the amount by which the front or rear wheels point inwards or outwards at the front of the wheel in relation to each other see Fig 1 1 When the wheels point inwards they are said to toe in toe in figures are given a positive value Conversely when the wheels point outwards they are said to be toe out and the figures are shown as a negative value X 712 Wheel Aligner Introduction Front toe in Fig 1 1 The purpose of correct toe is to ensure that the wheels run parallel when the vehicle is driving An incorrect toe setting may affect the stability and controllability of the vehicle Camber Camber is the leaning of the wheel inwards or outwards from the vertical lf the road wheel leans outwards from the vertical it is said to have positive camber and when leaning inwards from the vertical negative camber looking from the front or rear of the vehicle See Fig 1 2 Fig 1 2 Camber is measured in degrees Steering axle inclination steering axle inclination SAI is the angle of inclination of the king pin towards the centre line of the vehicle from the vertical See Fig 1 3 LAUNCH He Kingpin inclination Fig 1 3 Correct steering axle inclination can equalize the loads applied on bearings so that the life of bearings can be prolonged and
29. eference of the operating methods in Help interface as shown in Fig 4 7 Fig 4 7 Operating procedures According to the prompts on the interface of Vehicle adjustment Help please perform the level measurement for four suspensions by the way of using the gradient meter and then connect the gradient meter to the computer host the system will confirm the standard data of current vehicle model according to each level value measurement by the gradient meter 2 When some special vehicle models such as BMW 3 series are selected the screen will pop up an interface of Vehicle Counterweight as shown in Fig 4 8 Fig 4 8 According to the requirements on the interface put the sandbags with appropriate weight on the vehicle seats or in the baggage case and fill the oil tank according to the requirement Please click NEXT button to perform the next operation after finishing the previous procedures 3 When some special vehicle models such as BMW 3 series are selected the screen will pop up an interface of Ride Height Measurement as shown in Fig 4 9 This interface provides an operating platform for ride height measurement system in order to check if the ride height meets the design requirements of OEM Prompt Ride height of front vehicle body SF 231 0 51 0 Check the vehicle status and nding componenta to keep all height measured values within the standard re Ride height of rear vehicle bo
30. enter the interface as shown in Fig 4 36 Setting After entering this interface the information box will be displayed with French gray back ground in this state the system only provides view function Click operation button to perform information editing After entering the information please iD button Caution the system will automatically save the information and The system provides the dynamic measurement and return to the previous interface display for these special values but the measurement result will not be saved in the Note If there are multi operators for performing database wheel alignment the input method of recording or saving the operators names is using to separate System Management every operator s name For instance On the main menu please click the icon of System Tom John Paul Stevent Measurement to enter the System Management interface as shown in Fig 4 37 enentimanagement Client information is very important in our daily routine so we must manage and maintain these data very well which can ensure us to solve the problem in time and improve our service quality The interface is as shown in Fig 4 39 irr 4 11 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions Fig 4 39 Quick search Directly input the first letter of the customer name in the text box the system will automatically perfo
31. er adjustment operation after the tested data is stable Additional Measurement This interface provides an operating platform for special measurement which can measure and display left lateral offset right lateral offset axle offset front setback rear setback track width difference and wheelbase difference etc The interface is as shown in Fig 4 34 Select Vehicle Model Chassis measurement Fig 4 34 Select Vehicle Model Click this button to select the parameters of standard vehicle model If the parameter values of wheelbase and front rear track width are contained in the standard database each angle value displayed on the screen will automatically be converted into length value with the unit of mm Chassis measurement Click this button the interface is as shown in Fig 4 35 4 10 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions User information The information of maintenance station is mainly used to record the contact method of the maintenance station and the information of the maintenance technician This kind of information can be imported to report forms which can make the information of maintenance station be displayed on the report form printed out and is convenient for your data management and tracing operation The interface is as shown in Fig 4 38 Fig 4 35 CLELIA CELTCEZTS Enter the actual width values of front and rear rims according to the requirement and then click OK button to
32. ffset of inclinometer in order to realize accurate adjustment el a a sa RM Fig 4 24 Attention After adjustment please remember to click button and then put down the vehicle body according to the prompts on the screen If the lift is not put down it will be limited to select the other interfaces except for Front axle measurement interface as shown in Fig 4 25 Front axle measurement This interface can provide the real time result related to front axle measurement the operator can compare the measurement result with the standard data while adjusting the vehicle until the vehicle is adjusted to the best status The interface is as shown in Fig 4 26 HELP for vehicle De adjustment Additional measurement Toe in curve change Fig 4 26 Double click Double click with left key of the mouse on the data display forms for camber and toe in of FL and FR wheels the corresponding displayed data will be enlarged Additional measurement This interface provides an operating platform for special measurement which can measure and display left lateral offset right lateral offset axle offset front setback rear setback track width difference and wheelbase difference etc Toe in adjustment for the front wheel steering Click steering and click 7 to center the steering wheel Note When using two probe rods to perform the measurement operation only total toe in is displayed and in
33. he operator a convenient 4 12 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions view for the standard data of the vehicle model Frequent Model In order to speed up the information search the system provides the commonly used data management function which can individually add the vehicle information in the standard data into the commonly used data The interface is as shown in Fig 4 43 Added from the standard data Delete Fig 4 43 Added from the standard data Click this button the standard data window will be activated Select the required vehicle model from the standard data list After confirming the information can be added from the standard data to the commonly used data list Delete Delete the items selected from the commonly used data System Setting System setting function is used to adjust the function and display effect of software system The interface is as shown in E Basic Setting Nomal version Expert af Exit to Windows Demo version ay New leamer Exit to tum off PC Database Setting Kingpin turning operation Oftendata Narmaidata 20 degrees 10 degreas Percontage degree ai Percentage depon Mileto rmi Degree minute i Degree minua inch ini amp E Fig 4 44 Basic setting With this function the system can be switched between Normal Version and Demo Version and between Expert and New Learner Normal version is the version directly applied in ac
34. heory of wheel alignment e The power voltage of X 712 is AC220V 10 50 1Hz AC110V 10 60 1Hz lt can be customized according to the requirements of customer The 3 terminal socket must be used and the earth terminal must be well grounded If the power voltage is not stable please purchase and use AC voltage stabilizer e Before installing X 712 wheel aligner the lift should be installed at first according to the requirements Regularly check the lift for fastening and leveling ensuring the test accuracy and personnel safety Take away the roadblocks around the lift to prevent influencing operation o Don t install X 712 on a vibrated object or an oblique surface Avoid direct sunlight and moisture Turn off the power after operation Check all bolts and parts after maintenance and tighten the slackened bolts and parts in turn for safety O Since computer visual technology is used in recognizing the targets mounted on the wheels through the camera with high resolution it Is necessary to keep X 712 away from the outside infrared rays e g sun lights from directly lighting to the targets and reflecting to the cameras It is also necessary to avoid blocking the light way from the targets to the cameras for a long time during the instrument is working The targets of X 712 wheel aligner are the key components for testing Do not damage their structures when using and storing Keep the surface of target clean Please use the soft
35. ing into the computer host and the monitor through the gap Do not switch on off the computer too frequently Don t change the BIOS setting at will Don t delete the unknown files in the hard disc at will to avoid abnormal computer operation or death The computer is used only for X712 Wheel Aligner don t install other software to the Wheel Aligner computer to avoid computer virus The computer is scanned to ensure it is free of virus before leaving factory Don t use other software to avoid possible virus LAUNCH warranty does not cover the system problem arising from the virus After a long period of use the dust and oil dirt will be accumulated on the computer host and the monitor Please cleanout it with neutral detergent or dehydrated alcohol Avoid using oil or caustic product Never disassemble the computer and move the inside cables and cards to avoid damage of the inside components Wheel Clamp and Target The wheel clamp should be cleaned and lubricated timely to insure that the span of claws can be easily adjusted and attached The targets of X 712 wheel aligner are the key components for the alignment measurement do not damage their structures when using and storing keep the surface of target clean Please use the soft cloth dipped with an appropriate amount of the neutral detergent or the absolute alcohol to wipe the surface of target lightly if there are some smuts on it Don t disassemble the targets a
36. istance between the centre of the rear wheels is large than that of front wheels and negative otherwise If the wheelbases are available from the vehicle specifications then the track width difference can be also expressed by angle See Fig 1 8 X 712 Wheel Aligner Introduction Fig 1 8 Left right lateral offset angle The relative offset in lateral direction between front axle and rear axle of vehicle is axle offset When rear wheel axle is offset to right from the front wheel the axle offset is positive otherwise is negative The angle between the bisector of the track width difference angle and the thrust line is axle offset angle Axle offset angle The relative offset in lateral direction between front and rear axle of vehicle is axle offset When LR RR wheel is offset outside from LF RF wheel the left right lateral offset is positive otherwise is negative The angle between the connecting line from the front wheel center point to the rear wheel center point same side and the thrust line is left right lateral offset Delay angle The angle between the connecting line from the LF LR wheel center point to the RF RR wheel center point and the perpendicular of the longitudinal geometry center line is called front rear delay angle When the right wheel on the front rear axle is behind the left wheel the front rear delay angle is positive otherwise is negative Included angle The s
37. ity to bind LAUNCH to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning LAUNCH automotive meters except as stated herein Disclaimer THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Order Information Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your LAUNCH authorized tool supplier Your order should include the following information 1 Quantity 2 Part number 3 Item description Customer Service If you have any questions on the operation of the unit please call 86 755 84528767 If your unit requires repair service return it to the manufacturer with a copy of the sales receipt and a note describing the problem If the unit is determined to be in warranty it will be repaired or replaced at no charge If the unit is determined to be out of warranty it will be repaired for a nominal service charge plus return freight Send the unit pre paid to Attn Customer Service Center Shenzhen Launch Tech Co Ltd LAUNCH Industrial Park North of Wuhe Rd Banxuegang Longgang shenzhen Guangdong P R China 518129
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39. ment Fig 4 54 4 15 LAUNCH Enter the password Note the password is provided by LAUNCH and click OK button the interface is as shown in Fig 4 55 Camera calibration SS l JJA Fig 4 55 Click Start Calibrating icon the interface is as shown in Fig 4 56 Camera calibration EPE Turn the target according to the direction shown in the figure Fig 4 56 JJA Turn FL target according the prompts on the interface When the target is turned by more than 24 28 for X 712HD wheel aligner the arrow head on the interface prompts to turn the target in reverse direction The interface is as shown in Fig 4 57 Camera calibration Td Turi the target according to the direction shown in the figure Fig 4 57 Soo Smoothly turn the target according the prompts on the interface When the target is turned by less than 20 X 712 Wheel Aligner Operation Instructions 14 for X 712HD wheel aligner the arrow head on the interface prompts to turn the target in reverse direction The interface is as shown in Fig 4 58 Camera calibration 12 44 TR es i ER Please conter the target IDA Fig 4 58 When the target under test is centered to 0 position please center it to 0 position as possible as you can the system start calibrating RL target automatically The calibration method for RL target is same with that for FL target After the calibr
40. n the interface will prompt the operator to tum the target back The interface is as shown in Fig 4 13 Eh 2 B m Fig 4 13 Caster Swing Kingpin measurement is aimed at the front wheels which includes kingpin inclination and caster Correct Kingpin Inclination can equalize the loads applied on bearings so that the life of bearings can be prolonged and the controllability of steering is improved The existence of kingpin inclination can make the intersection point of steering axes and road surface be in front of the adherent point between tire and the ground which can make use of the resistance from the road surface to the tire to keep the vehicle driven straight ahead The interface is as shown in Fig 4 14 ECS Ewe VEN Fig 4 14 Operation Procedures 1 Adjust the steering wheel to straight ahead status iie when the toe in of FL wheel is equal to the toe in of FR wheel the small round ball on the operating interface will move to middle position and turn green from red 2 According to the system prompts turn the steering wheel right by about 20 degrees After arriving at the desired position the small ball turns green again from red 3 According to the system prompts turn the steering wheel left by about 20 degrees After arriving at the desired position the small ball turns green again from red After test finished please center the steering wheel The system will automatically return t
41. nd clamps to avoid damage of their elements LAUNCH will not guarantee for this kind of failure X 712 Wheel Aligner 6 1 Maintenance Printer e Read the operation instruction of the printer carefully O Install suitable printer drive program and apply right printer setting ifthe printed words are not clear it may be that the ink is used out Please replace the printer ink cartridge in time to resume the printing quality e For other printer related problems please contact the customer service center Post Lateral beam and Signal Cables There are two precision CCD cameras inside the lateral beam The precision position calibration has been performed for the cameras after first installation The user can not move or wobble the beam equipped with the cameras no matter during or after using it since computer visual technology is used to recognize the targets mounted on the wheels through the camera with high resolution it is necessary for X 712 wheel aligner to prevent the outside infrared rays e g sun lights from directly lighting to the targets and reflecting to the cameras and it is necessary to avoid blocking the light way from the targets and the cameras for a long time during the instrument is working The wires inside the post and the lateral beam equipped with the cameras are connected compactly Don t move them after first installation Without approval of the supplier please do not disassemble the c
42. o the next page to check the measurement result The interface is as shown k Fig 4 15 aj Detailed data E HELP for vehicle adjustment Measurement for Max steering angle Fig 4 15 Measurement for Max steering angle According to the prompts on the screen read the data of Max steering angles indicated by mechanical turntables for FL and FR wheels and input them into the corresponding data boxes respectively and then click Return The interface is as shown in Fig 4 16 Fig 4 16 HELP for vehicle adjustment Click this button the screen will pop up an interface of HELP for vehicle adjustment the different kingpin adjusting methods for various vehicle models have been enumerated in this interface for vehicle adjustment the operator can perform the kingpin adjustment operation according to the operating methods in the HELP interface The interface is as shown in Fig 4 Ps Fi Ram ps HELP for vehicle adjustment E TE z Y no Fig 417 Detailed data This interface provides the result outputs for whole testing operations which includes the measured values of each parameter for front and rear wheels The interface is as shown in Fig 4 Caution 1 Before perform kingpin measurement please LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions install brake pedal depressor and lock the hand brake first in order to ensure the vehicle wheels c
43. omputer host and the lateral beam equipped with the cameras in order to avoid damaging the components influencing the test accuracy and increasing the costs and difficulties of maintenance and repair For the damage caused by unauthorized disassembling will not be covered by the Warranty Turntables The mechanical turntables are precision components Avoid hitting during operation and never splash water on them When moving the vehicle on the turntable please insert the locking pin to avoid the turntable sliding Generally speaking it is not necessary to lubricate the turntables frequently LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER S BUSINESS LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year from date of delivery to the user This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused altered used for a purpose other than for which it was intended or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use The exclusive remedy for any automotive meter found to be defective is repair or replacement and LAUNCH shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages Final determination of defects shall be made by LAUNCH in accordance with procedures established by LAUNCH No agent employee or representative of LAUNCH has any author
44. on Caution 1 Before performing Rolling run out compensation operation be sure to fix the steering wheel according to the requirements in order to avoid the wheels swing to left or right when performing Rolling run out compensation operation causing the unstable axis The line of sight of any camera cannot be blocked during pulling and pushing vehicle Keep the force for pushing and pulling the vehicle evenly keep the measurement platform level and keep the vehicle moving smoothly Basically keep the target surface vertical to the ground level otherwise too large elevation of the target in motion will be resulted in causing the abnormal target image Please remove the transition bridges away from the lift after finishing rolling run out compensation measurement This operation should be performed at the calibration position Red Target Status 4 4 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Operation Instructions It indicates that the target image captured by camera does not meet the measurement requirements It is usually because of the blocked light Previous Return to the previous operation procedures Run out Compensation after Lifted Perform run out compensation for the vehicle after it is lifted up The interface is as shown in Fig 4 12 Fig 412 Operating Procedures According to the prompts on the screen turn the target When it is turned by some angle value 0 30 the arrow head o
45. ormal testing records of the client The interface is as shown in Fig 4 62 Fig 4 62 Client list To list the all clients who have been serviced by the alignment test Record list This list can display the alignment test records for one time or many times of the client selected from Client list Print To print the alignment data of the vehicle under test with form or figure format Please refer to System Management Report Setting for the format setting of report form Help User can press F1 key or click HELP button to enter the help system on any interface The help subject depends on the content of the current screen User can also select Content or Index to enter the help subject after sneile the help system see al Boel ar ff eo stip Select vehicle model Aa Be bret cep of phgrevert chechng fis frsfy necessary do ergot Re tangid data pooorang bo Pe veludo unter Stl impot tanisi Gata bom Pos form much i us gt releence gure tobe lecl Pre mtertece g as thoun n Be oan mes Acecedag to fre model of wetecle under lest deecty obci Pre dem conespondeg lo he vetecia ant Pen chub A to empod he data do Pre beter tect y Cang test you neeanl padom He epersbons scooting D Be delwi sequence of he syrien The opersior according to he aches requirements can drech thy bo he gaed lett You orty seed to telec he bectag r bbn 4 PP s Serr Fig 4 63 The help system includes th
46. out on turns When you turn the steering wheel the tip box appears in case of the light path has been blocked how to handle it If the tip box appears among the 20 area please stop turning the steering wheel move the blocks away and 5 1 X 712 Type Wheel Aligner FAQ then continue to turn the steering wheel Why does it have obvious difference between left and right minimum turning radius after alignment It is caused by the mistaken position between the steering wheel and the steering column Alignment in this system is performed in the normal case of Steering Wheel Centered i e it is based on Steering Wheel Centered so it is necessary to ask the user about the maintenance and use history of the steering wheel eliminating the interference of the mistaken position between the steering wheel and the steering column centering the steering wheel according to the experience LAUNCH Maintenance To prolong the service life of the equipment the user should maintain it with care The X 712 wheel aligner is of precision equipment which requires periodical maintenance Computer User should have a basic knowledge about computer software and hardware to insure the normal operation of the computer The computer host and the monitor should be firmly secured on the right positions Do not put them in a freezing wet extremely hot or direct sunlight place or near the source of radiation and heat Don t foist anyth
47. rding to the tips on the screen 2 5 LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Basic Operation Procedures Get Vehicle Information Ask the owner for vehicle drivability problems symptoms and wheel alignment history and find out vehicle information such as make model and year etc Check each chassis part carefully including rubber boot bearing rock arm tripod end shock absorber tie rod end and steering mechanism for any looseness or wear Then check to see if the tire pressure tire track widths of the left and right wheels are alike Wheel Alignment Checking Perform the wheel alignment checking after the initial condition is known Adjustment If the measured values are not in accordance with the specifications given in the databank the appropriate wheel alignment adjustment should be performed Test drive After finishing the wheel alignment test the vehicle to see if the abnormal conditions are eliminated Re perform the wheel alignment if necessary 3 1 Basic Operation Procedures LAUNCH X 712 Wheel aigner Selite Instructions Operation Instructions A Preparation 1 Ask the owner for vehicle drivability problems and symptoms wheel alignment history and find out vehicle information such as make model and year etc 2 Drive the vehicle onto the lift or over the pit ensure that the front wheels are centered with the turntables Apply hand brake to ensure human safety To prevent the turntable from turning
48. rds can be saved by oiekin GD button and viewed by technical personnel checking the running conditions of equipment Print The system has provided the printing function which is convenient to view Note Besides the client information needs backup operation regularly we recommend that the log records need back up operation regularly too so as to be convenient to repair and maintain the equipment Target Monitoring Target monitoring needs to be performed before test click the icon of Target Monitoring in normal cases the screen will display the interface as shown in Fig 4 51 ERT CEIA Target monitoring Fig 4 51 If the rays from RR target are blocked the target monitoring interface is as shown in Fig 4 52 X 712 Wheel Aligner Operation Instructions ES Sje fee E Target monitoring Fig 4 52 Remove the obstacle s in front of the target the target monitoring interface will become normal If FL target is dirty the target monitoring interface is as shown in Fig 4 53 is EEE Spa CE Target monitoring Fig 4 53 Please use the soft cloth dipped with an appropriate amount of the neutral detergent or the absolute alcohol to wipe the surface of the target lightly to clean away the smuts on it the target monitoring interface will become normal Camera Calibration Click the Camera Calibration icon the system will enter the interface as shown in Fig 4 54 System manage
49. rm the search operation Add Click this button and then add the client information in the pop up window for detailed information of the client The interface is as shown in Fig 4 40 Fig 4 40 Modify Select the items required to modify and then click this button modifying the client information in the popped up window for the detailed information of client Delete Delete the items selected in client information data form When performing Delete operation please note that Delete operation will delete all the corresponding information including previous testing information of client Ensure that you do want to delete the information before performing Delete operation Print Print client information data form The input box for Quick search aiming at the vehicle model provided at the bottom of the interface OEM Specs This interface provides the parameter information These parameter information has been set before the vehicles leave factory for the vehicles with various models The database contains the information of various kinds of vehicles manufactured by many manufacturers all over the world and the contents in database can be updated in time via system upgrade In addition this interface provides the function of adding the user defined data The operator can add by him self or her self all the vehicle model information which the standard database does not has This system is fit more for the service d
50. s only operated in perfect operational condition and that the safety equipment is routinely inspected as to their operational condition The necessary personal safety equipment for operating maintenance and repair personnel is available and being worn The operating instructions are always in a legible condition and are completely available at the machine location The machine is only operated maintained and repaired by qualified and authorized personnel The related personnel is instructed routinely in all pertaining questions of work safety and environmental protection and knows the operating instructions especially the safety instructions contained therein o All safety and warning labels attached to the machine are not removed and are legible Concrete safety instructions and applied symbols Concrete safety instructions are provided in the following operating instructions which will point out any unavoidable remaining risks during the machine operation These remaining risks contain hazards for Persons Product and machine The environment symbols used in the operating instructions should draw attention to the safety signs Banger This symbol points out that specifically personal injury risks may be anticipated Mortal danger risk of injuries caution This symbol signifies that especially hazards for the machine material and the environment may be encountered X 712 Wheel Aligner The most import
51. test at this time the report form print function provided by the main interface aims at all the information report forms saved and done before Quick Measurement Select Quick measurement icon on the main menu the system will enter the Quick measurement interface This interface provides an operating platform for quick measurement which can test and display toe in and camber of front and rear wheels at the same time The interface is as shown in the following figure Fig 4 33 Select Vehicle Model You can select the parameters of standard vehicle models to be convenient for vehicle adjustment Please refer to Standard Measurement Select Vehicle Modell Print Report To provide the functions for saving and printing the test data Please refer to Standard Measurement Print Report Note 1 This interface provides only the functions of the test and adjustment for front and rear toe in and camber For other functions please select them on the interface of Standard Measurement 2 The default unit for toe in on this interface is centigrade The display unit for toe in is in accordance with the toe in unit set on the interface of System Management System Setting 3 Ifthe alignment parameters are required to be adjusted at the calibration position firstly please perform the alignment test at the calibration position and then lift the vehicle up to the desired position to perform the alignment paramet
52. the gasoline tank full 2 If the measured values are beyond the tolerance range it indicates that the vehicle is faulty and the faults must be eliminated before performing the ride height measurement 3 For the vehicle with air shock absorbers please pull out the security device of the air feeding equipment to prevent the vehicle from being adjusted up and down 4 The sandbags and height measurement meter are not delivered with the instrument users should prepare them by themselves Rolling Run out Compensation Rolling run out compensation is mainly used for getting the inherent parameters of the targets before the normal measurement so as to ensure the measurement more accurate the interface is as shown in Fig 4 11 Operating Procedures i 2 Install four wheel clamp targets respectively Place the transition bridges at the appropriate positions between the lift and the mechanical turntables respectively Turn the front wheels straight ahead and fasten the steering wheel with steering wheel holder and then remove the brake pedal depressor Move the parking wooden chocks back by around 35cm if the diameter of the wheel is more than 700mm the distance should be increased appropriately away to ensure the vehicle can move freely within the distance scope According to the system operation prompts please push the vehicle back slowly to the position required and then pull the vehicle back to the original locati
53. the power plug prior to any maintenance or repair work or switch off the main switch for the power supply and secure with a lock if the power supply is installed The key to this lock must be in the hands of the person that is completing the maintenance or repair work Only use perfect load suspension and lifting equipment when replacing heavy machine parts ee user oil Properly dispose of environmentally LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner hazardous lubricants coolants or cleaning agents Working on the electrical equipment A Repairs on electrical equipment of the machine may only be performed by trained electricians Electrical equipment must be routinely inspected Re attach any loose connections Immediately replace damaged lines cables Always keep housings of electrical equipment closed Access is only permitted for authorized personnel with key tools Never spray the housing of electrical equipment with a hose when cleaning Observe environmental regulations legal regulations for waste prevention and proper recycling disposal must be adhered to for all operations on and with the machine Especially during installation repair and maintenance operations water polluting materials such as Lubricants and oils hydraulic oils coolants Solvent containing cleaning liquids may not pollute the ground or reach the sewage system These materials must be stored transported collected and disposed of in suita
54. tual testing operation Demo version this version can in stand alone status simulate the testing process without external hardware equipments it hasn t testing ability only used to demonstrate the testing process New learner this version provides all around HELP information and operating demo animation to fully help the testing personnel who contacts this system for the first time Expert for experienced operator too much HELP information will on the contrary become encumbrance so this version provides the necessary HELP information only to make the operator be working with more high efficiency Also the system provides the options of directly turning off PC or quitting to WINDOWS when quitting the system Database setting the system provides two types of Database setting 1 Oftendata 2 Normaldata Kingpin turning operation the system provides two types of kingpin measurement 1 20 degrees 2 10 degrees Unit setting Used to set the displayed unit system of system data two types of unit systems can be selected percentage degree system and degree minute system Unit setting for toe in Aiming to the particularity of the unit for toe in the system adds the units of mm and inch Note If you want to use long measure as the unit of toe in during performing standard measurement the system will require the operator to enter the diameter of the tires when entering the operating interface of Select Vehi
55. um of the SAI Steering axle inclination and the wheel camber is called included angle Functions and Features e Complete test The X 712 wheel aligner can be used to measure the most wheel alignment parameters such as front wheel toe in front wheel camber caster steering axle inclination thrust angle rear wheel toe in rear wheel camber wheelbase difference track width difference etc e Brand new 3D computer vision measurement automatically test the aligning angles with high 1 3 LAUNCH performance camera Positive targets there are no electronic components inside the targets and no cables between the targets and the main unit so the targets are very reliable and very convenient to use Provides many kinds of auto test processes and diagram operating interfaces very simple and clear to operate the whole test process can be X 712 Wheel Aligner Introduction 20 000 vehicle models is stored in the system User can also add new data to the databank It can save the history data easy for customer measurement Profuse vehicle adjustment animation and HELP information Provide real time help with help system Provide the function of data back up and restoration and of software upgrade performed automatically and there are some humanity tips on the corresponding interfaces e Complete databank wheel alignment data of over Specifications Test Range Toe in Camber Caster 0 Depending on the siz
56. uter power supply system and interfaces Its function is to execute the operation commands process the data and display the information together with the original data of vehicle manufacturer It also gives instructions for making adjustment to the vehicle and print out corresponding report The wheel aligner compares the measured results with the original data of vehicle manufacturer and gives instructions to the user for adjustment so its databank should contain enough information X 712 wheel aligner s databank contains over 20 000 models alignment data and user can also add new vehicle wheel alignment data into the databank when necessary 1 5 Lt IN Nr 2 Left targets LAUNCH X 712 Wheel Aligner Structures assembly including computer host lateral beam Structures assembly including cameras wheel clamps targets ee communication cables mechanical turntables steering wheel holder and brake pedal depressor etc The overall structure of X 712 wheel aligner is as shown in Overall Structures Fig 2 1 a X 712 wheel aligner mainly consists of the post E ESA AR AN ON H N g oh Sf Say a a NO q N A PX Nd Nae 5 a N Ce d CNAS o ze N A e aa fo s A D Nee Pcs S x N J y 6 a 0 CN SAA N
57. wing operation procedures only take 3D View as an example Standard Measurement Click Standard Measurement in the interface as shown in Fig 4 2 The screen system will enter the standard measurement interface Select Vehicle Model Before alignment the standard data of the vehicle model must be selected first The interface is as shown in Fig 4 4 LAUNCH _ X 712 Wheel Aligner _ Operation Instruc tions Navigation column a j Cao Marif acturer M de Commonly used data list Added from standard data Selected from customer information Please select the vehicle model then click NEXT Fig 4 4 Tire mode Diaseter mm Diaseter inch Next To perform the test according to the default sequence Select vehicle model Vehicle pushing compensation Caster swing Rear axle Front axle Print report of the system Navigation column To enter into the item you want to test in spite of the default sequence Commonly used data list The vehicle model in the list can be directly selected to perform the next step operation It is blank when firstly used Only the vehicle model data must be added into this list from the standard database can the list be used See System Management Commonly used data management Selected from standard data If there is no the vehicle model you want you can directly search for the vehicle model you want from the standard dat
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