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The SEALEY HEADLAMP BEAM SETTER, HBS971 series, is supplied with a rotating column, mirror and visor. The HBS97 series has the

addition of a rail set. Either HEADLAMP BEAM SETTER may be used for checking headlights on cars, heavy goods vehicles and motorcycles.

SPECIFICATION:

Height  . . . . . . .1750mm

Maximum height of beam measurement  . . . . . . .1410mm

Width . . . . . .650/670mm

Minimum height of beam measurement  . . . . . . . .240mm

Length  . . . . . . . .690mm

Focal length  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500mm

A

BASE

B

COLUMN

C

VERTICAL SLIDING SYSTEM

2.1. Insert the pivot pin end of column B into the bearings in base A.

2.2. Retain column by screwing special washer onto end of pivot pin.

2.3. Lock column using brake pedal F. If necessary, realign pedal on 

shaft by loosening the two clamp screws, rotating pedal to a

suitable position and retightening the screws.

2.4. Attach mirror-visor D to mounting  plate at the top of column B with

the two screws provided (in end of visor).

2.5. Fit the optical system E to the vertical sliding system C using the two

screws and washers provided (fit larger washer over slotted hole).

HBS97A & HBS971A - 2 - 281003

1. DESCRIPTION

2. ASSEMBLY

3. WORKING SURFACE

3.1. Position the vehicle on the designated headlamp aim standing area.

3.2. When positioning the HBS ensure the floor is perfectly even and level.

3.3. If this is not possible the vehicle and HBS must be on the same slope, which must not exceed 0.5º.

3.4. Headlights must not be checked where surface angle exceeds 0.5º (see fig. 2).

OK

fig. 2

fig. 1

NO

NO

0.5

MAX

GENERAL RULES

Read instruction manual carefully before using the headlamp beam setter (HBS).

TO AVOID DAMAGE ENSURE THE FOLLOWING ARE STRICTLY APPLIED.

DO NOT allow unqualified persons to operate the HBS. 

DO NOT use the HBS in direct sunlight.

DO NOT splash the HBS with water or any other liquid.

DO ensure the work area is well ventilated.

DO ensure that there is good lighting.

DO apply handbrake on vehicle.

DO avoid sudden changes in temperature.

DO avoid sudden vibration.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

UNIVERSAL HEADLAMP BEAM SETTER

Models:

HBS97A 

&

HBS971A

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey Product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and

properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.

4. 1. Straighten vehicle wheels.

4. 2. Check the tyre pressures.

4. 3. Ensure the headlights are clean and dry.

4. 4. If the vehicle is fitted with manual or electric headlamp levelling device, ensure this is set for vehicle with normal load.

4. 5. Remove anything which could alter the attitude of the vehicle, i.e. load, snow, ice, mud, etc.

4. VEHICLE PREPARATION

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.

USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE

DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

D

MIRROR-VISOR

E

OPTICAL SYSTEM

F

BRAKE

Summary of Contents for Auto Service HBS97A

Page 1: ...s must not be checked where surface angle exceeds 0 5º see fig 2 OK fig 2 fig 1 NO NO 0 50 MAX GENERAL RULES Read instruction manual carefully before using the headlamp beam setter HBS TO AVOID DAMAGE ENSURE THE FOLLOWING ARE STRICTLY APPLIED DO NOT allow unqualified persons to operate the HBS DO NOT use the HBS in direct sunlight DO NOT splash the HBS with water or any other liquid DO ensure the ...

Page 2: ...zontal or symmetrical selection by rotating the column to ensure that the HBS is square with the front of the vehicle 5 1 3 Measure the height of the centre of the headlamp from the floor say 650mm as an example 5 1 4 Squeeze the locking lever fig 3 C on the vertical sliding system and move the system up or down the column until the top edge of the slider fig 3 D aligns with 65cm 650mm on the colu...

Page 3: ...METRICAL DIPPED BEAM In addition to the numerically calibrated scales the luxmeter has a colour coded scale for main beam intensity which should be read as follows Main Beam 1 Indicator at RED GREEN BAD GOOD limit Acceptable for vehicles travelling under 30mph 48km h and motorcycles 2 Indicator at the centre of GREEN GOOD Acceptable for vehicles travelling over 30mph 48km h 3 Indicator on BLUE HAL...

Page 4: ...n device ensure that the unit is flat and level 8 2 Switch the laser on Manouver the beam setter in order to centre the laser beam in the beam setter lens This must be done by eye There is a 20mm tolerance on centralisation of the beam through the lens The beam setter should be approximately 2m from the laser 8 3 The dot projected onto the aiming screen should bisect the 0º line at the far left ce...

Page 5: ...present i e from battery charging or paint spraying etc 10 3 DO NOT oil the column 10 4 An optical box dust cover is available upon request 9 OTHER INFORMATION 10 CARE OF THE BEAM SETTER NOTE It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data specifications and component parts without prior notice IMPORTANT No liability is accepted for incorrect use of ...

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