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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 General .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Technical Data ..............................................................................................................................................................3
2 Transport and Installation .......................................................................................................................................................3
2.1 Haulage and installation of the machine.................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Recommendations .......................................................................................................................................................4
3. Cotrol Panel ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
4. Operation ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
4.1 Wheel Mounting ...........................................................................................................................................................5
4.2 Input the Wheel Data.................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.3 Balance Mode Selection .............................................................................................................................................. 7
4.4 Wheel Balancing ..........................................................................................................................................................8
5. Maintenance and Repair.........................................................................................................................................................9
5.1 Self Calibration .............................................................................................................................................................9
5.2 Wheel Balancer Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. 11
6 The Wiring Diagram of the Power Board .............................................................................................................................13

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1. Introduction

1.1 General
The machine is a compute-based wheel balancer with easy operation, accuracy measuring, complete
functions, security and reliability.

1.2 Features

 imported computer element, first rate electric driving system, long service life

 high intensity plastic shield, strictly in conformity to the national safety operation procedure

 “stop” key is available for stopping the running under emergency

 full automatic dynamic balance and static balance detection function

 with the function of balancing three kinds of aluminium alloy rim

 high balance precision ±1g, short balance term 8s/t

 self-calibration and full automatic failure diagnosis function

1.3 Technical Data

Max. wheel weight 65kg Max tire diameter 650mm

Power supply 220V Noise ＜70dB

Balancing accuracy ±1g Rim width 1.5/18”

Rim diameter 10/15” Balancing cycle 8s

Balancing average speed 180rpm Power consumption 1.1kw

2 Transport and Installation

2.1 Haulage and installation of the machine

 To haulage the balancer, the chassis is the only recommended place to lift. Never lift the machine with
the spindle shaft when installation or operation, otherwise will lead the disrepair damage.
 Install the balancer on the steady and smooth ground. It should keep 500mm distance away from the
wall to maintain good air circulation. There are screw holes on the chassis. Anchor screw could be
used to fix the machine on the ground. Measuring error could be brought due to unstable fixing.

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2.2 Recommendations
 Voltage stabilizing power is recommended to use in the area where have not a stable power supply.
 Before starting to use the balancing machine, carefully read the operating instruction manual. Keep the
manual in a safe place for future reference. Consult the technical person for any misunderstanding.
 Do not uninstall or replace the parts without the instruction of the technical person, otherwise the
regular operation of the machine could be affected.
 Do not clean the machine by compressed air with exceeded pressure.
 Use detergent to clean plastic panels and shelves termly.
 The machine operator should not wear necktie, long hair or loose cloth. She or he should stand at the
side face of the machine and make sure that unauthorized personnel do not approach the machine
during the work cycle.
 The balancing machine should not be used for purposes other-than those described in the instruction
manual.
 All the electrical installation should be operated by professional electrician .
 Make sure that the ground wire has a reliable ground connection, and cut off the power when the
maintenance and repair operation is on.
 Circumstance requirement: Temperature: 0℃－50℃，dry and drafty.

3. Cotrol Panel

I. Digital display, AMOUNT OF UNBALANCE, inside

II. Digital display, AMOUNT OF UNBALANCE, outside

III. Indicator, POSITION OF UNBALANCE, inside

Ⅳ. Indicator, POSITION OF UNBALANCE, outside

Ⅴ. Indicators, correction mode selected

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A. Push buttons, manual DISTANCE input

L. Push buttons, manual WIDTH input

D. Push buttons, manual DIAMETER input

Cycle start push button Push button for reading unbalance<5g(car)

Push button for reading unbalance<50g(trunk)

Emergency stop push button Push button for recalculating /self-calibration

Program selection push button

NOTE: Only use fingers to press the push buttons. Never use the pliers for weight fixing/ removing

or any other pointed objects.

4. Operation

Turn on the main power, the balancer begins the interior self-diagnostic program.
If “－A－ 8.0” is displayed on the display window, the balancer can proceed normally.

4.1 Wheel Mounting

Before wheel balancing, remove the old balance leads and mud, carpolite or metal stuck in somewhere, such
as the gaps in wheel. Make sure that the air pressure of the tyre accord with the standard value and there is
no deformation on the rim locating surface and mounting hole. While balancer running, please do not impact
it to ensure the best testing result.

 location mode for small wheel

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Spindle shaft-----wheel (rim attachment face in by)------cone------quick lock nut

 location mode using purpose made flange

This method is available for the tire with a diameter 650 or 750. You could choose flanges according to the
size of the attachment face (two kinks of flange).

Adapter------flange-----wheel----big cone----- lock nut

Note: the adapter should be suitable for the rim center hole, pay attention to the direction, else
measurement error could be possible.

4.2 Input the Wheel Data

I Input the measurement data “A”

On the measure statue, pull out the slide ruler and place
its head on the inside of rim and keep the head touch
with the rim. Till the “A”, (wheel mounting distance)
displayed on screen.
Press “+” key to plus a defined value
Press “-” key to minus a defined value
till equal to the correct measured figure.

Measure the wheel rim width by a caliper and by Press

“+”or”-“key to plus or minus a defined value to change
the displayed figure
II Input measurement data “L”
till equal to the correct measured figure.

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III Input measurement data “d” Find the named diameter “d” marked on the tyre.
Press “+”or”-“ key to plus or minus a defined value to
change the displayed figure
till equal to the ”d” figure.

4.3 Balance Mode Selection

As shown in the fig, by adhering or clip-on the lead block at different positions, (profiles), the exact balance
effects can be got.
Press “F” key to enter mode Dynamic balance, mode Static balance, mode ALU-1, mode ALU-2 and mode
ALU-3 in turn. This balancing mode is active automatically when the machine is powered on.

Dynamic balance - This is used in testing dynamic imbalance

when the wheel running and to eliminate the imbalance by
clip-on the lead block at two points that got from the testing.
The two points separate is obtained on the outside and inside
of rim. It is suitable for steel or aluminum alloy wheel rim.

Static balance- The mode should be selected in the case of

static rims or rims on which only one lead block is adhered on
one rim. (e.g. Motorcycle wheel).

ALU-1 : It is suitable for the light alloy wheel rim. Adhere to

these two lead blocks on the shoulders of the wheel rim.

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ALU-2 : It is suitable for the light alloy wheel rim. Adhere to the
lead block on the position showed in the fig.

ALU-3: Clip-on the lead block at the inner rim and adhere another on
the outside (as showed in the fig.)

4.4 Wheel Balancing

 Press start key to perform the balance test. Eight

seconds later, the balancer brakes and the exact
imbalance value can be analyzed and be displayed.
(For example: outside screen displays 10g. inside
screen displays 40g.)
outer imbalance value

inner imbalance value

 Turn the wheel slowly by hand to locate the balanced
point, make sure that all the balance indicators on the
inner lateral side are light. Clip-on or adhere 40g lead
block on the top point of the wheel rim inside
.

 Turn the wheel slowly by hand to locate the balanced

point, make sure that all the balance indicators on the
outer lateral side are light. Clip-on or adhere 10g lead
block on the top point of the wheel rim outside
.

 Repeat above operation till the display screen

shows , the operation ends and remove the
wheel.

Note:

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 For the equipment using single phase power supply, when starting the operation push the wheel by
hand one time to assist starting and prolonging service life.
 Make sure all the inputted measurement data are correct. Press “R” key , the value of “A”,”L”,”D”
could be detected automatically.
 Make sure the selected balance mode is suitable for the outline of wheel rim.
 Make sure the lock nut is tightened.
 Do not strike the spindle shaft when installing or removing the wheel.
 When balancing the rim with a clip-on lead block, use a balancing weight to stick the lead block on the
rim edge. After the balancing ends, strike it close on the ground. Do not strike it on the spindle shaft in
order to avoid the damage of the sensor. To keep the adhered lead block being stuck firmly, before
adhering, you must clean the adhering surface and if it is needed should use the organic solvent or
detergent.

5. Maintenance and Repair

5.1 Self Calibration

The self-calibration operation is finished in the manufacturer’s plant. This operation could be re-do if the
machine services too many years or the spares are charged or there is a big imbalance value. Install a
middle-scale wheel (which has a rim diameter 13 or 14 inch) on the spindle shaft. Input the correct value of
“A”,”L” and “d”.
Note: The wheel chose for self-calibration should be in good condition and the value inputted
should be correct else measure error could be possible.

Use a balanced wheel for self-calibration

Ⅰ. Press “R” key, half of a second later, meanwhile press “START”

key, ‘“CAL”－“CAL”’displays on the control window and all the
indicators light and blink. Withdraw the fingers when all the
indicators put out.

Ⅱ . Press “START” key, the wheel revolves and brakes

automatically, ‘“100”－“ADD”’ displays on the control window.
Move the wheel until all six lights on left side are turned on. Attach
an 100g weight at the highest vertical position (12 o’clock position)
on the inner side of the rim.

III. Press “START” key, the wheel revolves and

brakes automatically, ‘ADD’-‘100’ displays on the control window.
Move the wheel until all six lights on the right side are turned on.
Remove the weight from the inner side of the rim and attach it to
the highest vertical position (12 o’clock position) on the outer side
of the rim.

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Ⅳ . Press “START” key, the wheel revolves and brakes

automatically. ‘CAL’-‘END’ displays on the control window. The
calibration is done.

Use an unbalanced wheel for self-calibration

Locate the unbalanced point of the wheel rim before the operation begins and clip-on or adhere the 100g
lead block on this position.

Ⅴ. Locate the unbalanced point of the wheel rim on the outside.

Turn the wheel to make all the indicator light. Make a marker with
chalk at the top position of the tire outer edge.

Ⅵ. Following the procedure described in 5.1 “Ⅰ” and 5.1 “Ⅱ”,

clip-on or adhere the 100g lead block on this marked position.

Trouble shooting for the self-calibration

Error Description Reasons Solutions
Display “E-rr-8-“ 1.Didn’t clip-on the 100g lead 1. Perform calibration with 100g of
2.The electric connect wire of the standard lead
pressure sensor is broken away 2.Check the connection and Connect
3. Computer board error. the electric wire
3. Change a computer board.
The self-calibration 1.The wheel has a big error value 1.Use a balanced wheel
performed by using a wheel has a
too big imbalance value
When the self-calibration ends, 1.The wheel has a big error value 1.Change a wheel
there is too big imbalance value or there are something else on 2.Replace a new computer board
for the 100g lead block or the the wheel
position is not on the positive 2.Unstable displayed value
down or too many lead blocks
were used
Contact the professional if above methods do not work.

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5.2 Wheel Balancer Troubleshooting

Error Descriptions Reasons Solutions

Screen no display during 1.The switch is wrong 1.Change another one

start 2. External circuit is wrong 2. Check the electric power circuit
with multi-meter.

Display normal, but 1.The capacitor of the electric machine

the machine can not is disabled 1.Change capacitor 20UF/400V
start and with some 2.380V power with no enough phase 2.Check the power
noise , Err1 displayed

1.The wheel is not installed 1.Install the wheel

2. Install the rim but with no tyre. 2.Install the tyre
Err2 displayed 3. The adaptor is not tightened. 3.Tighten the anchor screw
4. The wheel is not installed correctly or 4.Install a suitable adaptor
it is not tightened. 5.Readjust the belt
5. The belt is over loose or tight.

Err3 displayed The wheel has a too big imbalance Change another wheel or do the
value self-calibration again.

1. If the wheel turned reversely, the 1.Adjust the phase

Err4 displayed phase wire is wrong connected. 2.Readjust the position or change
2. If the wheel turned forward, the another one
sensor is wrong.

Err5 displayed The wheel shield is not put down Put down the shield

Err7 displayed EMS memory data lose Do the self-calibration again

Only display “00-00”,no 1.The wire of the sensor is cut off or it 1.Connect the wire
values displayed is not well connected 2.Refer to the manual, correct the
2.EMS memory data lose EMS memory value

1.The wheel is not clean or the fitting

surface of the rim center hole is 1.Change a wheel
distorted 2.Drying it or readjust the sensor
The value of variable 2.The sensor is wet or the lock nut is 3. Install voltage stabilizer; charge the
range exceeds 5 grams loose tyre; tighten the flange or the adaptor
when the wheel turns. 3. The voltage is lower or the air by a lock nut; fix the cabinet on the
pressure of the tyre is low or the ground.
adaptor is not tightened or the cabinet
is not fixed on the ground.

The value of variable 1.The wheel is not clean or the 1.Change a wheel
range reaches tens of imbalance value is too big. 2.Check the sensor and the
grams when the wheel 2.The sensor is out of action connection
turns. 3.The voltage is lower Check the power or install a voltage
regulator

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Error Reasons Solutions

Descriptions

The electric machine

can stop over ten
seconds after the
“START” key is pressed 1. The power board is damaged. 1. Change a power board.
and there is a reading 2. There is a disturb. 2. Turn off the machine then reset it.
displayed on the
window. But there is no
brake signal.

The balanced value is 1. The sensor is wet or it is damaged. 1. Readjust it, drying it and re-do
unstable. It is very hard 2. The program is disordered. self-calibration or change a sensor.
to get the value “00”. 2. Re-do self-calibration.

The balancer can not 1. The brake system is damaged. 1.Change a power board.
brake when the value 2. There is a disturb. 2.Reset the machine.
displayed.

There is a difference 1. The inner bore of the wheel is not

value over 10g when the clear or neat. 1.Change a wheel
wheel is removed and 2. The adaptor is not well installed. 2. Check the installed surface.
installed.

Err8 displayed when See 5.1

self-calibration is done.

Imbalance value 1. These three EMS memory 1. Readjust the value to the standard
exceeds hundreds of parameters are disordered. value in term of the manual.
grams 2. The error value of the wheel is too 2.Change a wheel
big.

Contact the professional for the problems could not be resolved by above methods.

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6 The Wiring Diagram of the Power Board

Connected to
transformer

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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 products is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one 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 authority to bind LAUNCH to any affirmation, representation, or
warranty concerning LAUNCH products.

Declaration

The above warranty is able to replace any warranty in other forms.

Order Information

Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your LAUNCH authorized supplier. Your order
should include the following information:
1. Quantity
2. Part code
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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