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SK5547 G-Whiz Closing Effort System User`s Manual

1. ws A en ie oa od ot Ae ad el ae f AN Le selene T a PA A igh a Dr ts A r tats g e a F neh _ PA oer ee be R r gt 3 z ja 7 Gh r SN Note The SK5477 G Whiz Gage does not have an On Off button The gage will go into a low power sleep mode after 5 minutes of no activity but will continue to draw a minimal current Due to this low current draw gages not used for a period of time or not left on a charger when not in use will draw the battery down amp require a full charge before being used Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Bossier 16 User Manual doc
2. Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems AUTO RETEST Turning this feature on will allow the opening of a door after a test has been completed to typically restart a test automatically If this option is turned off the user must always press the PB button to restart a test If turned on the letter A will appear at the far left hand side of the testing screen The Default setting is OFF Proper technique must be followed using Auto Retest The door should be reopened and quickly brought to the test start position If the user hesitates after reopening the door the data buffers can fill with bad data causing erroneous readings LIEI u amp AUTO RETEST OFF PB amp UP TO CHANGE To change the setting press the UP button then press the PB button to save the changes and return to the main testing window RADIO ON OFF For applications that require the gage to test several models on the same line the radio must remain ON so the gage can receive the correct vehicle identifier from UGI When the Radio is ON the letter R will be displayed on the left hand side of the testing screen EME p RADIO IS OFF prs UP TO CHANGE www Imicorporation com 3 Radio must be ON for testing vehicles on the line to communicate with UGI Radio
3. Setup Window Tee Hm ee Tarii araby nia a a a Pri am n i Pih abeie is ihiel Pe Pe E PE a PS beal E e Bih r he a T 2 eo d ee hpa a ee ye T kme a h p re L Teer alot For pem The Mabir sinti Mariu r iie ber umi ors harrei 1 ee 28 The Lens hobie inia coe be used on Garre LI ee 2 The Mizuta a ii oe iy ba amd am chee 2 fi 7 ey a ee ee ee ere ecole Eemi fr p See oe heii inii a ec i ee be uri se eo ns ee ce Chane fora Tha chan a eii Foe uae eet al eer oe Click on the Base Setup Tab and look for the channel number you just selected Ifit s red click in the cell next to the channel number and type Y then click any other cell entire line should turn white TULDGINDILNIUANLeT amp ne Pa imn bma daam at rt f A t 1 Click on the Send the Base Setup to the Base Unit icon in the toolbar Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rave A Page 7 of 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Associate Gage to Base Configuration Click on the Mobile Module Setup Tab Turn the gage on and press and hold PB b
4. can be turned off for spot checking vehicles off line Follow the on screen instructions to turn the radio ON or OFF at any time Press the PB button to exit this menu after you make your changes This option uses more battery power so remember to leave your gauge on the charger when not in use to keep a battery from going dead during a routine Reference the Battery information at the end of this manual Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rawk Pagels of 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear Measurement ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems BATTERY For maximum battery life keep charged whenever possible The gage is powered with a rechargeable Li lon Battery This battery lasts longer if it is kept charged so it best to leave it on the charger when not in use When the battery is getting low the screen will display BATTERY IS LOW If the battery is too low for reliable testing further testing is disabled and RECHARGE NOW appears on the display Use the supplied LMI Wireless Gauge Charger to charge the battery A RED LED on the Charger indicates a charging Battery A GREEN LED indicates a fully charged battery TEN f aa 4 Te aF g nS EG M tes Taaa ae ae ee E ort 7 wis EL
5. on the plunger disappears The narrow sealing ring surface on the contact side of the vacuum cup needs to be kept clean and no cuts or gouges present Any imperfections present around the perimeter can keep the unit from sealing properly As mentioned above the red ring on the vacuum plunger should stay hidden through the entire test If it does not inspect the surface and clean it with soap or alcohol Harsh chemicals capable of eating rubber cannot be used There is a seal inside the plunger also If the sealing ring is inspected and appears to have no issues the plunger may be failing and would need replacement Sealing Ring Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Paps dior 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems STARTING AND PERFORMING A TEST With the door at the desired starting position press the PB to start a test LMI bA START PO www lmicorporation com DN vy The unit will spend about 1 second determining its orientation and waiting for motion to stop The green LED will come on and WAIT will be displayed on the screen followed by READY displayed when the gage is ready to take a reading WAIT d gt
6. problem gt Pack the equipment properly Use the original shipping container if possible LMI cannot assume responsibility for damage caused by improper packaging gt Send the equipment to the following address LMI Corporation Attn Repair Department 101 N Alloy Drive Fenton MI 48430 LMI Technical Support LMI Technical Support experts are only a phone call away Contact Technical Support at 810 714 5811 Monday through Friday between 8 00 a m and 5 00 p m Eastern Standard Time for the following reasons gt To assist in setup and configuring LMI equipment gt To help implement data collection applications gt To troubleshoot LMI equipment You and also reach LMI Technical Support by Email at techsupport Imicorporation com You can email your questions anytime Please include your name phone number and a detailed description of the problem LMI On Site Training LMI Technical Support provides on site training for all LMI products Contact LMI Support Services at 810 714 5811 for pricing amp scheduling information Schedule a day at your facility or at LMI in Fenton Michigan LMI Website Please visit us on the web at www l micorporation com for more information Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rav A Page 3 of 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorpor
7. 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wr E Fax 810 714 5711 m CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems SK5547 G Whiz Closing Effort System User s Manual OVERVIEW The LMI SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System is designed and manufactured to be used as a portable compact durable precision gage to measure the force required to close a door as well as the velocity of the closing effort as well as the velocity of the door just prior to latching A vacuum cup is used to hold the G Whiz Closing Effort System in place on the door or Lift Gate The G Whiz is capable of storing the force and velocity specifications for up to five doors in 10 different models 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Warranty Information In the USA this unit is warranted by LMI against defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year from date of original purchase If you transfer ownership the warranty is automatically transferred to the new owner and remains in effect for the original year period During the warranty period we will repair or at our option replace at no charge product that proves to be defective provided it is returned ship
8. DE Enter the Setup Mode by pressing and holding the PB button down for 3 seconds until the LED stops flashing then press the Down arrow at which time a menu will appear on the screen Using the Arrow buttons select Setup Mode and press the PB button LIME A SET UP MODE HOLD PB DOWN TO EXIT Fp o AUTO a Feb 22 2013 7 32 F www Imicorporation com www Imicorporation com Selecting this mode starts the green LED flashing This mode is used to associate a gage with a base as well as reference the firmware version number Press and hold the PB for 3 seconds to exit this mode ASSOCIATION TO A BASE While in the update mode press the reset button on the back of your base unit The Green Yellow and Red LEDs will come on and stay on for 15 seconds During this time press and release the PB to associate the tester to the base If the gage associated with the base correctly you will see between 1 and 3 Green LED s depends on signal strength on the base station turn on then off Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rawk Pareso 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems CHANGING RF CHANNEL NUMBERS If multiple gages and bases are
9. ation com Linear Measurement ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Gage Overview vac co UP PB DOWN BUTTONS Moves through Routine menu screen and accepts changes in menu Battery Icon Shows level of battery charge N Sea e a EEE E E En REEE EEEE E EREET XX XXXX XX pei ee p n OXRRR SEES ER See Displays Test Routine Readings Mode etc Measuring with the SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Gage Attach the vacuum cup to the Door or Lift Gate in the desired location and press the plunger in multiple times till the red ring is hidden and vacuum is secured to door Lift Gate Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 4 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Getting started Wake up the gage by pressing the PB button center round button on the display If the gage is not associated with the particular base being used continue with the steps below otherwise skip down to Using the SK5477 section below on page 8 Note Once an SK5477 Gage is Associated to a Base Station these steps are not necessary SETUP MO
10. ciate the gage with a MobileColllect USB Base Station See page 5 of this manual for information on this When in this mode the LED will blink Green This screen will also show you the firmware version and date time of the build LIVE A SET UP MODE HOLD PB DOWN TO EXIT a NI e 3 7 Vv www Imicorporation com Press and hold the PB button for 3 seconds to return the gage to the main testing screen which will also save any changes made to memory Data Mode Note This setting is not typically selected by user This selection will either turn the Data Mode On or Off Press the UP arrow to change the selection then press the PB button to save the changes and return to the main testing screen The Letter D will display at the far left side of the testing screen if turned on This mode takes the raw acceleration data during the entire door closure process The data is stored within the gage and can then be sent to a PC via the wireless Mobile Collect Base Station by holding the Down arrow for 3 seconds This mode is used to determine the latching characteristics of a door and rarely ever used by an operator up amp PB amp UP TO CHANGE www Imicorporation com LIVI SELECT ONE Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 14 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi
11. er to receive updates from this dialog Press and hold the Setup button on the Mobile Module Press and release the Read button Once both LEDs start to flash release the Setup button When the Mobile Module is in the setup mode both LEDs will flash every 300 msec 0 3 seconds You can change the Mobile Module parameters even if the Module is not associated with the current Base The Mobile Module will automatically exit the setup mode after 60 seconds of no activity If message appears stating it did not get a complete response click ok and repeat above Steps When Association has been removed click ok and then click Close Auto Shutdown If a test is not sampled for 5 minutes the unit will go into a low power mode and the screen will go blank to conserve battery power To Wake up the gage press the PB button Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 8 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems CALIBRATION Calibration is done from the factory and requires no further calibration The accelerometer within the gage was calibrated at LMI in Fenton MI at an elevation of 899ft above sea level The Accelerometer used 1s certi
12. ficated from the manufacture to be accurate within 5 of full scale nonlinearity and its sensitivity is 4mg Isb Calibration Verification Calibration can be checked when in the main screen by pressing the UP arrow for 3 seconds until the LED stops flashing then press the PB button A self test routine 1s entered which shows the amount of the earth s gravity that each axis 1s axis 1s experiencing plus the vector sum of all 3 axes This result should always be 1 00g 01 no matter the orientation when at rest The value will change briefly when the gage is moved but will settle to 1 00g 4 01g when motion Stops Pressing the UP arrow one time will exit the calibration verification LMI A ALL AXES TEST x y Z 0 10 0 37 0 49 PB A 1 00g www lmicorporation com v Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rave A Page 9 of 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear Measurement ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Using the SK5477 ATTACHING TO THE VEHICLE Choose a spot on the door close to the edge or the lift gate Push the vacuum cup firmly against the vehicle and pump the vacuum plunger This operation is complete when the unit draws down against the panel and the red band
13. in the menu Select Model This allows the operator to manually select 1 of 10 different models and is used in conjunction with the G Whiz Wireless Utility The G Whiz gage can be set up to be used with 10 different vehicle model structures which will have the control limits preset which in turn gives the user a Red or Green LED based on the data taken Using the UP or DN buttons will move the user through the different models Press the PB button when the model needed is displayed Model 10 is a standard model that will work with any vechile This model has no Routine or Spec Limits and is intended for a normal use application When no Utility is available this model will allow user to still check the closing effort LMI uw UP DN TO CHANG PB TO EXIT PB amp MODEL 10 a F www lImicorporation com Form CA 181 3111 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rani Page 13 6F 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Setup Mode This option is used in conjunction with the G Whiz Wireless Utility to change a vehicles specifications model and to read out the internal gage information The G Whiz also needs to be placed into this mode in order to asso
14. oo slowly and the internal data buffers were overwritten giving a false velocity Manual Reset Option While in use if the screen locks up the radio does not appear to be sending data to the wireless base properly or the LED appears to be not functioning properly you can manually reset the firmware and radio by pressing and holding the Down button for 3 seconds until the LED stops flashing then press the PB button This is the same option for the Data Mode see description on page 14 at which time you will see various displays on the screen After all this data is sent to the PC the firmware and radio will then reset and the LMI wireless logo will flash on the screen Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 12 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems MENU Holding in the PB button for 3 seconds until the LED stops flashing then pressing the DN button will display the Menu Screen SELECT ONE gt SELECT MODEL SETUP MODE DATA MODE RADIO ON OFF AUTO RETEST www Imicorporation com The UP and DN buttons will move the arrow to the various selections Press the Center Button PB to select any option
15. ping prepaid to LMI This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse or as a result of service or modification by other than LMI or by hardware software interfacing or peripherals not provided by LMI Please retain this document for your records No other express warranty is given The repair or replacement of a product is your exclusive remedy Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness is limited to the 1 year duration of this written warranty Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitations may not apply to you LMI Customer Service LMI Customer Service can be reached at 810 714 5811 Monday through Friday between 8 00 a m and 5 00 p m Eastern Standard Time Call LMI Customer Service to gt Place orders gt Return LMI equipment for service gt Inquire about the status of an order or repair Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 2 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems Returns for Service gt Contact Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization RMA number Include a detailed description of the
16. used within close proximity of each other it is recommended the RF channel of the base and the gage be changed to different channels to eliminate cross talk and or interference You will need to use the MicroRidge Mobile Collect setup utility that came with your Wireless Mobile Collect Base Station to do this The gage must first be de associated from the wireless base station To do this Connect Base to PC via USB Cable Click on Find Base rE a L A WAHL When base is found click on the Mobile Module Setup Tab Turn the gage on and press and hold PB button to enter menu then select Setup Mode and press the PB button Press and release the PB button Click on Remove the Mobile Module Association then click Send Setup to Mobile Module If message appears stating it did not get a complete response click ok and repeat above steps When Association has been removed click ok and then click Close Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort System Rev A Page 6 of 16 User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems To change the channel number Click on RF Channel xxxx in the lower right corner of the Main
17. utton to enter menu then select Setup Mode and press the PB button Press and release the PB button Click on Associate the base unit connected to this setup program then click Send Setup to Mobile Module You will notice a difference in RF Channels in upper right hand corner Configure Mobic oiea Dafa MOI NOR mi Current Digital Mobile Module parameters Module ID 69A38C Serial number 69A38C Model number Read mode Single Firmware version MC DMM 6900000DA2A38C01 Target Base ID 000000 LMI MM 00 0000 1 00 ar z 29 00000000 8 1 11 16 31 57 Module RF Channel 21 6900000d a2a38c01 Base RF Channel 15 LMI Gage Base amp Mobile Module on different channels Module label 2 63 volts Firmware date Network S N Gage type Battery voltage The Mobile Module is not associated with any Base unit User definable Digital Mobile Module parameters Digital Mobile Module base association Module label 69A38C maximum 8 characters Target Base ID 000000 PAN ID 0000 Description LMI CORP DIGITAL INDICATOR Base Network S N 00000000 00000000 RF Channel 21 Read mode Single Read with Button Press Do not change current Mobile Module association RF channel Channel 21 2 455 GHz move the Mobile Module association C asses te with Base unit connected to this setup program Command Associate with another Base unit Instructions The Mobile Module must be in the setup mode in ord
18. www imicorporation com www Imicorporation com At this time give the door a push to close it Be sure your hand comes off the door before the door starts to engage the latch The velocity in meters per second this is the default will appear on the display RANER ur amp SEND V 1 53 m s Ge F 16 96 N www lmicorporation com The user can then Send the reading to the PC or Re Test the door If AUTO RETEST is on this decision must be done prior to reopening the door or removing the unit If the reading should be sent press the Up Arrow if a Re Test is required press the DOWN arrow and repeat above steps Note Ifthe AUTO RETEST feature is ON reopening the door will also typically initiate a retest Form CA 181 3 11 13 R Quality Calibration Instructions CA 181 SK5477 G Whiz Closing Effort Rawk Basel oF 16 System User Manual doc 101 N Alloy Dr Ph 810 714 5811 Fenton MI 48430 Wi Fax 810 714 5711 CustomerService lmicorporation com Linear MLEASUREMENT ENSTRUMENTS Corp Research Development and Manufacturing of Precision Measuring Systems INVALID TESTS Under certain conditions the unit will display INVALID TEST after a test is run This can be the result of several things The main reason for an invalid test is closing the door before the READY message appears Another reason is that a velocity below 25 meters per second 82 feet per second is calculated This usually means the door was closed t

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