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LAUNCH                             KWA-300 3D Wheel Aligner                Operation Instructions

 

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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.4.44. 

 

Fig.4.44 

 

[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 Fig.4.45. 

 

Fig.4.45 

 

[Basic setting]: With this function the system can be 

switched between Normal Version and Demo Version, 
and between Special Version and Common Version. 
[Normal version]: is the version directly applied in actual 
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; [Common 
version]: 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; [Special version]: 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. 

 
[Setting for kingpin steering operation]: the system 
provides two types of kingpin measurement: 1) Steering 
wheel turns by 20 degrees; 2) Steering wheel turns by 
15 degrees. 

 
[Kingpin data]: Used to set the displayed unit system of 
system data, two types of data systems can be selected: 
1) Graphic formats, 2) Text formats 

 

[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 Vehicle Model. 

Report setting 

Report setting can set the format type of the report form. 
The interface is as shown in Fig.4.46. 

 

Fig.4.46 

 

[Report form 1]: Format 1 is for detailed report form, 
which includes the items of Before Adjustment, After 

Adjustment, Standard maximum and minimum values. 
 

 

Delete   

Added from the 

standard data 

Summary of Contents for KWA-300

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ten permission to use Materials on this manual for purposes or for all other questions relating to this manual Copyright Information Copyright 2010 by LAUNCH TECH CO LTD All rights reserved No part of...

Page 3: ...tion z The precision position calibration has been performed for the cameras after first installation the user can not move or wobble the camera post during or after using it z Without approval of the...

Page 4: ...e 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 e...

Page 5: ...el with key tools Never spray the housing of electrical equipment with a hose when cleaning Observe environmental regulations The legal regulations for waste prevention and proper recycling disposal m...

Page 6: ...e Model 4 1 Rolling Run out Compensation 4 4 Caster Swing 4 4 Rear axle measurement 4 6 Front axle measurement 4 7 Print Report 4 9 Quick Measurement 4 10 Additional Measurement 4 10 System Management...

Page 7: ...toe out on turns wheelbase difference track width difference etc They are designed mainly to improve the steering performance and driving stability of the vehicle and reduce tire wear Toe in and Toe o...

Page 8: ...steering will normally be designed with 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...

Page 9: ...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 re...

Page 10: ...t animation and HELP information z Provide real time help with help system z Provide the function of data back up and restoration and of software upgrade Specification Item Resolution Test Range Total...

Page 11: ...WA 300 3D It consists of a computer 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...

Page 12: ...inside the computer and the keyboard is installed on the keyboard drawer The power supply assembly includes power lead power socket and the power supply master switch The power supply master switch bu...

Page 13: ...herwise distortion may be caused and the test result may be influenced Communication Cables There are 4 signal cables and 2 power supply cables for infrared light between the main unit and the cameras...

Page 14: ...LAUNCH KWA 300 3D Wheel Aligner Structures 2 3 Brake Pedal Depressor KWA 300 3D has a brake pedal depressor as shown in Fig 2 7 It is used to hold the brake pedal down Fig 2 7 Brake pedal depressor...

Page 15: ...e 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 al...

Page 16: ...lling 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 e...

Page 17: ...t operating procedure 2 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 the standard data...

Page 18: ...re 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...

Page 19: ...when performing Rolling run out compensation operation causing the unstable axis 3 The line of sight of any camera cannot be blocked during pulling and pushing vehicle 4 Keep the force for pushing an...

Page 20: ...ase center the steering wheel The system will automatically return to the next page to check the measurement result The interface is as shown in Fig 4 14 Fig 4 14 Measurement for Max steering angle Ac...

Page 21: ...indicates that this measured parameter has not the standard specification Rear axle measurement This interface can provide the real time result related to rear axle measurement the operator can compar...

Page 22: ...ding to the operating methods in the HELP interface The interface is as shown in Fig 4 23 Fig 4 23 Lift up the vehicle body Sometimes it is required to lift the vehicle body up in order to be convenie...

Page 23: ...e 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 the...

Page 24: ...r the interface of Client Management and then the corresponding Client information can be selected If information of this client is not available in Client Management it must be added first before sel...

Page 25: ...ed to Figure Format The fig format data display interface provides the display for thrust angle The interface is as shown in Fig 4 34 Fig 4 34 Note 1 This interface provides only the functions of the...

Page 26: ...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 39 Fig 4 39 Sett...

Page 27: ...e 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...

Page 28: ...r the first time Special version 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 ope...

Page 29: ...information The interface is as shown in Fig 4 49 Fig 4 49 Operating procedures 1 Backup Click button find the position of the file you expect to save in pop up dialogue box The interface is as shown...

Page 30: ...ularly 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 Monitor the screen will display th...

Page 31: ...t 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 fo...

Page 32: ...r 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...

Page 33: ...h 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 z Don t disassemble the targets and clamps to a...

Page 34: ...entation 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 MERCHANTA...

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