Atlas PWB 50, Use And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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4.0 INSTALLATION
WARNING
The instructions in this chapter address the operator who must operate wearing the
personal protection devices indicated in chapter 2.5.
4.1 Cleaning
Before starting the machine, clean off any dust, foreign matter and soiling that may have accumulated during
transport. Use alcohol to clean the plastic parts.
CAUTION:
Do not use liquids containing solvents or blasts of compressed air to clean the wheel
balancer.
4.2 Ambient characteristics
The operating environment must have the following characteristics:
▪ Temperature: + 5 to + 40°C (41 - 104°F)
▪ Maximum relative humidity: 80%
The machine may not be used in open places and/or exposed to atmospheric agents or in environments with corrosive
and/or abrasive vapours, fumes or dust with the risk of fire or explosion, and in any case where the use of
explosionproof components is prescribed.
CAUTION:
Should at the time of installation the ambient conditions be different from those
prescribed, or if they have changed over time, do not use the machine but immediately
contact the manufacturer for the relative inspection.
4.3 Fitting the adapters
INFORMATION
Before fitting the terminal to the wheel balancer, it is advisable to thoroughly clean the machine shaft and the
adapter hole. Any traces of dirt may affect the balancing accuracy.
The wheel balancer is supplied complete with adapter and cones for fastening wheels with a central hole.The
threaded terminal may already be fitted on the machine or be provided in the equipment box; to fit it use an Allen
wrench as shown in the drawing. It can be removed to fit optional adapters.