Ranger Laser-Spot LS43B, Installation And Operation Manual

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LS43B Laser-Spot™ Wheel Balancer
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P/N 5900086 — Rev. A1 — 12/212018
• Dynamic Balancing . Balancing a steel Wheel where each of the two planes are analyzed
separately. If there is an imbalance, the two planes are brought back into balance separately.
Dynamic Balancing is a more recent technology than Static Balancing and generally produces a
better balance.
• Static Balancing . Balancing a Wheel as a whole; that is, on a single plane only. This is an older
method of balancing and is generally not as effective as Dynamic Balancing. Static Balancing is
required for motorcycle Wheels and older Wheels that are 4 inches wide or less; also used if only
Adhesive Weights can be attached on the Center Plane of the Wheel.
• Aluminum Alloy Balancing . Balancing Wheels made of aluminum alloy. The Weights are
placed differently on these Wheels, so you need to know where you want to put the Weights and
select the appropriate ALU Mode. ALU Modes generally use Adhesive Weights, which are less
visible than Clip-On Weights.
• HID (Hidden) Balancing . Balancing a Wheel where the Outer Plane Weights are placed behind
selected spokes so they are hidden, as much as possible.
• Optimize Function . When a Wheel has significant imbalance (30 grams / 1 ounce or more), you
can use the optional Optimize Function to lessen the imbalance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question : What does a Wheel Balancer do?
Answer : They correct imbalance of a Wheel. If you drive a Vehicle with imbalanced Wheels, the
Vehicle could experience noise, vibrations, wobbling, reduced or uneven Tire tread wear,
and some components could wear out sooner rather than later. Getting a Vehicle’s
Wheels balanced may even increase its mileage.
Q : Is Wheel Balancing the same as Wheel Alignment?
A : No. When you balance a Wheel, you fix a weight distribution problem that can cause Wheel
wobble, uneven Tire wear, and Vehicle vibration. This is done by putting Weights on the Wheel in
appropriate locations.
When you
align
a Wheel, you are adjusting the angles of the Wheels back to the manufacturer’s
recommendation, which reduces Tire wear and ensures the Vehicle drives straight and true (that
is, the Vehicle does not pull to one side).
Q : Where can I put my Wheel Balancer?
A : What you want is a flat Concrete floor with room around it that is also near where you work on
Wheels. Ideally, you want it somewhere off the beaten path, as you want to keep everyone away
from the Balancer while it is in use.
Q : Why are there two types of Weights?
A : Clip-On Weights are more visible. Adhesive Weights are lower profile and come in two colors so
you can try to color match with the Rim, so they are less visible. Some Vehicle owners with
expensive Tires prefer Adhesive Weights because they are less visible.
Q : Why isn’t there a plug on the end of the Power Cord?
A : 220 VAC plugs vary by region, so you need to use one that is appropriate for the power outlet
where you will be using your Wheel Balancer. You
must use
a licensed Electrician to wire the
plug to the power source in accordance with applicable electrical codes.