OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Form 6718-T, 10-14a

Supersedes Form 6718-T, 01-14a

DSP700T Series Truck

Wheel Alignment Sensors

 Copyright 2014 – 2015 Hunter Engineering Company

 Contents
1. GETTING STARTED..................................................................................3
1.1 About This Manual .................................................................................................. 3
1.2 For Your Safety ....................................................................................................... 3
Hazard Definitions .................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Care and Cleaning of the Sensors .......................................................................... 4
1.4 XF Pod .................................................................................................................... 5
Precautions for Systems Equipped with XF Cordless Sensors ............................. 5
1.5 Sensor Battery Packs ............................................................................................. 7
1.6 DSP700T Series Sensors Battery Pack Replacement Instructions........................ 9
1.7 Hot Swap Battery Pack Replacement Instructions ............................................... 10
1.8 User Battery Replacement: ................................................................................... 10
1.9 Vehicle Preparation ............................................................................................... 11
1.10 Equipment Components and Controls ................................................................ 11
2. MOUNTING SENSORS ........................................................................... 13
2.1 Mounting Wheel adaptors onto Wheels ................................................................ 13
Typical Installation (Grasping the Outside of Rim Lip) ......................................... 14
Attaching to Inner Rim Lip .................................................................................... 14
Mid Wheel Adaptor (Unique DSP760T Wheel Adaptors 175-431-1) ................... 15
Attaching to Center Bore (Optional Front Wheel Adaptor 175-284-1) ................. 16
2.2 Mounting Sensors onto Wheel Adaptors .............................................................. 17
Adjusting Locking Lever ....................................................................................... 19
3. COMPENSATING SENSORS .................................................................. 21
3.1 General Compensation ......................................................................................... 21
3.2 Three-Point Compensation ................................................................................... 21
3.3 Rolling Compensation ........................................................................................... 22
3.4 Jacked Rolling Compensation .............................................................................. 25
3.5 Compensation Recall Mode .................................................................................. 26
4. OPERATION INFORMATION .................................................................. 27
4.1 Sensor Level Check Procedure ............................................................................ 27

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ii • Contents DSP700T Series Truck Wheel Alignment Sensors
 1. Getting Started

1.1 About This Manual

This manual contains important operation, maintenance, and safety information for the
DSP700T Series Sensors. It is supplemented by the alignment system console operation
manual. Read and become familiar with the contents of these publications.
A calibrated set of DSP700T series sensors can be used with any Hunter aligner using
®
WinAlignHD software, version 14.2 or greater.

NOTE: Due to the charging system, only cabinet style aligners may be
used. Wall/column mounted aligners are not supported.

1.2 For Your Safety

Hazard Definitions
Watch for these symbols:

CAUTION: Hazards or unsafe practices that could result in minor personal

injury or product or property damage.

WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices that could result in severe

personal injury or death.

DANGER: Immediate hazards that will result in severe personal injury

or death.

These symbols identify situations that could be detrimental to your safety and/or cause
equipment damage.

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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions.
Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or
damaged until it has been examined by a qualified service representative.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table, bench, or counter or come in contact with hot
manifolds or moving fan blades.
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating equal to or more than that
of the equipment should be used. Cords rated for less current than the equipment may
overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or
pulled.
Let equipment cool completely before putting away. Loop cord loosely around equipment
when storing.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment near open containers of flammable
liquids (gasoline).
Keep hair, loose clothing, neckties, jewelry, fingers, and all parts of body away from all
moving parts.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use on wet surfaces or expose to rain.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
ALWAYS WEAR OSHA APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES. Eyeglasses that only have
impact resistant lenses are NOT safety glasses.
Do not replace batteries within 18 inches of garage floor level as that zone is a classified
location from which arcing/sparking parts are to be removed.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read and follow all caution and warning labels affixed to equipment and tools.
Use caution when jacking the vehicle up or down.
Misusing this equipment can shorten the life of the equipment. To prevent accidents
and/or damage to the sensors, use only Hunter recommended accessories.
Remove the sensors from the wheels before moving the vehicle. When sensors are not in
use, store and charge them on the sensor cabinet.

1.3 Care and Cleaning of the Sensors

When cleaning the sensors, use a mild window cleaning solution to wipe off the sensors
and adaptors.

CAUTION: Do not hose down or submerge the sensors in water. Do not

spray cleaner on the sensor. This could damage the electrical
system and optical components.

Keep wheel adaptor rods cleaned and lubricated. Lubricate as needed with a coating of
light lubricant such as WD-40.

CAUTION: Do not lubricate the center screw shaft of the wheel adaptor.

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 1.4 XF Pod
The DSP700T Series Sensors communicate with the aligner console using Extra High
Frequency (XF). Radio waves are transmitted and received from the sensors and the XF
Pod.
Occasionally the XF Pod may receive interference from electronic devices in the area
(microwaves). The DSP700T Series Sensors and XF Pod may be configured to use
different radio frequencies to minimize interference.
The XF system transceiver generates radio waves in the range of 2.4 GHz. Radio waves
at these frequencies reflect off most objects, resulting in an indoor and outdoor range of
approximately 100 feet (30 meters).
Interference has occurred when the XF Pod does not receive the radio waves. If this
happens, move the mobile cabinet and/or XF Pod approximately 2 or 3 inches (50 to
80 mm) in any direction.

Precautions for Systems Equipped with XF Cordless Sensors

The following precautions apply to the XF transceivers installed in the aligner console
and the alignment sensors as part of the XF cordless sensor option.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.

WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at their own expense. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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 Important radio compliance information for products that contain Hunter 45-1281
XF radio module:
FCC Listing Number: FCC ID: LS3-45-1281
Industry Canada Listing Number: IC: 2938A-451281

Hereby, Hunter Engineering Company, declares that this Hunter 45-1281 low power
transceiver is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

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 1.5 Sensor Battery Packs
Each sensor contains a 3.6 VDC 5.2 Amp hour sealed NiMH rechargeable battery pack.
To get the maximum life out of the battery packs, follow these three rules:
1. If the sensors are not in use, charge them.
2. Switch sensors “OFF” during charging.
3. Charge for eleven to thirteen hours, and/or provide an extended charge time
(24 hours or longer) at least once a week.

NOTE: Make sure the main power switch at the rear of the console is left
“ON” and the outlet that supplies power to the aligner is on.

To prevent premature degradation of battery performance, the charger has to replace

125% of the energy that was removed from the battery. It is not necessary to fully
discharge the battery packs before charging. However, it is important they be charged
fully.

Charging information:
To recharge the battery packs when the sensors are not in use, place the wheel adaptor
sensor assemblies on the cabinet storage hanger and leave the main aligner power on.
Connect the charging wire harness, 38-1103-2, to the charging port(s) on the sensor(s).

CHARGING
PORT ON
POWER CABINET
SWITCH

CHARGE
INDICATOR
LIGHT

CHARGING
WIRING
HARNESS
38-1103-2
CHARGING
PORT
ON SENSOR

Front Sensor Stored and Charging on Side of Aligner Cabinet

Any time battery packs are being charged, the charge indicator light on the sensor will be
illuminated.
Use supplied 10-foot extensions, 38-1106-2, in combinations with charging wire harness,
38-1103-2, to supply power to sensor while in use during an alignment.

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 The charge indicator light turning from red to green is an indication that the charging
mode has switched from fast charge mode into a “trickle” charge mode and the battery is
100% charged and ready to use.
You should expect at least 8 hours of continuous use from a fully charged battery pack.
If you are not getting this amount of usage time, the most likely cause is inadequate charging
time.
Battery packs that are consistently subjected to partial charging rather than full charge cycles
will permanently lose capacity.
Charging time for a fully discharged battery pack with the sensor power switch turned “OFF”
is 11 to 13 hours. Three or four times this interval would be required if the sensors were left
“ON” during the charge cycle. It is very important that the sensors be turned “OFF”
during charging. The sensors power switch is located on the front face of the sensor, above
the charging port and indicator light.
Charging overnight with the sensors’ power switches set to “OFF” will provide a proper
charge.
The charging system cannot over-charge the battery packs. If you’re not using the
sensors, charge them!
In a shop with extended service hours, there are some things that can be done to prolong
battery pack life:
When the sensors are not being used to perform alignments, they should be stored with
sensor power switched off. At a minimum, turn the sensors “OFF” between alignments. Any
charging accomplished throughout the day helps maintain the batteries at peak performance,
and helps extend their life.
One day out of the week when alignments are not performed, let the sensors charge
continuously for 24 hours or longer. This should “undo” the effects of any undercharging that
occurred during the previous week. This sort of prolonged charging will only be effective at
restoring full capacity to the batteries if performed regularly. Once a week is the
recommended minimum.

When is it time to replace the battery packs?

If after a full charge the battery pack does not last for the expected 8 hours, it should be put
through one or two sessions of extended charge time (24 hours or longer). If the battery pack
does not recover and start giving satisfactory cycle time, it should be replaced. The sooner
the battery pack losing capacity is detected, the more likely an extended charge time will
restore the battery pack to normal capacity. If the battery pack discharge time is only three or
four hours, it is unlikely, that extended charge time will help significantly.

Extension Cables
DSP700T Series Sensors are supplied with four 38-1106-2 extension cables. These
extension cables can be used if battery power for the sensors is low. Simply connect one end
of the extension cables to the charging cables on the aligner and the other end to the
charging port on the sensor. Proceed with the alignment.

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 Additional information:
Any sensor that is powered up after being off for a while will initially indicate 100% capacity
on the aligner screen. This is not an accurate indication of the charge state of the battery
pack. The battery pack has a “surface charge” which dissipates quickly and within 5 minutes
of operation the on-screen battery level indicator will settle at its true value. The individual
wheels on the screen indicate the actual battery pack condition and are color-coded. The
following is an indication of battery charging condition:
Green = fully charged or partially charged
Yellow = battery running low and will require charge soon
Red (with battery recharging icon) = requires charging
The charging circuit has been “fine tuned” to work specifically with Hunter battery pack, part
number 194-27-1. Substituting different batteries is not recommended.
A sensor that is being used, and has a low battery pack, can retain its measurement data if a
“hot swap” battery pack replacement is made. Hot swapping the battery pack simply requires
the user to replace the battery pack. The sensor settings will be restored and the alignment
process can proceed. Refer to 1.7 Hot Swap Battery Pack Replacement Instructions for more
information.

Battery Pack - Hunter 194-27-1

1.6 DSP700T Series Sensors Battery Pack Replacement Instructions

This procedure provides instructions for replacing the battery pack in DSP700 series
sensors.
Remove the battery pack as follows:
1. Depress the upper and lower release buttons on the battery pack cover
and remove.
2. Tilt sensor back and remove battery pack.
Replace the battery pack as follows:

NOTE: The battery pack end caps have a different weight front to rear in
order to correctly level the sensors. The heavier end cap belongs
with the short toe arm sensors. Do not mix when replacing
battery packs.

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 1. Insert the battery pack with the factory label on top.
2. Replace the battery pack cover.

BATTERY PACK CAP

BATTERY PACK
TERMINAL

Battery Removal (Rear / Mid Sensor Shown)

1.7 Hot Swap Battery Pack Replacement Instructions

This procedure provides instructions for hot swapping the battery pack in
DSP700T Series Sensors during an alignment procedure. Hot swapping the battery will
recall/retain the information in the sensor if the alignment procedure is still in progress.
If the sensor was compensated prior to swapping the battery, the sensor will indicate it by
illuminating the middle compensation indicator while flashing the two outer compensation
indicators.
1. Remove and replace the battery as described above.
2. Restore the sensor to its original position.
The hot swap procedure should be completed in the time period of approximately 1 minute.

1.8 User Battery Replacement:

The batteries in the battery pack may be replaced. When replacing, use six rechargeable
2700 mAH AA NiMH batteries. Replace all batteries in the battery pack at the same time,
with the same type of battery.

CAUTION: Be sure to check the battery placement, as reversing polarity

may cause irreparable damage to the battery pack.

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN

INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: INCORRECT BATTERY PLACEMENT CAN RESULT IN

ARCS/SPARKS.

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 Remove the six screws securing the assembly. Remove the battery pack top. Replace
individual batteries and reassemble.

The battery pack must be fully recharged before use.

1.9 Vehicle Preparation

Drive the vehicle into the alignment bay. If rolling compensation is to be performed,
position the front axle approximately 22 inches (56 mm) from the center of turnplates.
Install wheel chocks to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
Check and adjust the tire pressure, inspect for unevenly worn or mismatched tires.
Inspect all suspension and steering linkage components for wear or damage. A thorough
inspection is important.

1.10 Equipment Components and Controls

WHEEL
ADAPTOR
SENSOR CONTROLS LEVEL
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

SENSOR
LOCKING
LEVER
SENSOR
LOCKING
KNOB POWER
SWITCH

RIM STUDS
CHARGE CHARGING
INDICATOR LIGHT PORT

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 LED
INDICATORS

COMPENSATION
BUTTON

DSP700T
SENSOR CONTROLS

DSP760T Sensors

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 2. Mounting Sensors
2.1 Mounting Wheel adaptors onto Wheels
Mount the appropriate wheel adaptor at rear, mid (DSP760T only), and front locations.
On rear wheel, use the standard HD adaptors, 175-377-1, with one central
sensor mounting hole.
On mid wheels (DSP760T only), use the unique wheel adaptors, 175-431-1,
with the two offset sensor mount holes.
On front wheel, mount the standard HD adaptors, 175-377-1, or optional
wheel adaptors, 175-284-1, that mounts to wheel's center bore.

STANDARD HD
WHEEL ADAPTOR
175-377-1

UNIQUE MID
WHEEL ADAPTOR
175-431-1
WITH TWO
OFFSET SENSOR
MOUNTING HOLES

Rear and Mid Wheel Adaptors and Sensors Installed

Sensors may be mounted on the wheel adaptors before mounting the wheel adaptors on
the vehicle. In some cases, it may be easier to mount the wheel adaptor first and then
mount the sensor onto the adaptor. Either method may be used.

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 Typical Installation (Grasping the Outside of Rim Lip)

NOTE: Rim studs are reversible. Use the spade end that best fits the
rim. The two wheel adaptors on the front wheels or back wheels
need to be uniform with same end of the rim studs engaged onto
the rim.

Position the wheel adaptor with the two upper external rim studs on the outside of the
wheel rim.
Align the two lower external rim studs on the outside of the wheel rim and check that all
four rim studs will engage the outside of the wheel rim.
Turn the adaptor adjustment knob clockwise to firmly attach the adaptor to the wheel.

RIM STUD
ADAPTOR
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

Test the security of the installation by lightly tugging on the wheel adaptor.

CAUTION: Do not allow the rim studs to slip on the wheel. Runout
compensation and alignment accuracy will be adversely affected
if the wheel adaptor is allowed to slip on the wheel.

Attaching to Inner Rim Lip

Position the wheel adaptor with the two lower rim studs engaging the inside of the lower
wheel rim lip.
Align the two upper rim studs with the inside of the upper wheel rim lip and check that all
four studs will engage the inner portion of the rim lip.
Turn the adaptor adjustment knob clockwise to firmly attach the adaptor to the wheel.

Test the security of the installation by tugging on the wheel adaptor.

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 CAUTION: Do not use rim studs on alloy or clear coat wheels. Rim studs
can damage these wheels.

CAUTION: Do not allow the rim studs to slip on the wheel. Runout
compensation and alignment accuracy will be adversely affected
if the wheel adaptor is allowed to slip on the wheel.

Mid Wheel Adaptor (Unique DSP760T Wheel Adaptors 175-431-1)

For DSP760T Sensors, wheel adaptor, 175-431-1, must be used to mount mid sensor.
A few guidelines must be followed when mounting mid sensor.
The unique wheel adaptors with an oversized center casting containing two
offset sensor mount holes must be used only at the middle sensor location.
The wheel adaptor must be mounted straight up and down (at 6 and
12 o' clock) with the adaptor upright (offset mount holes near top).
Always use the rearmost mounting hole to mount middle sensor.

Mid Wheel Adaptor and Mid Sensor Mounting Details

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 Attaching to Center Bore (Optional Front Wheel Adaptor 175-284-1)
Position the wheel adaptor with the two lower rim studs engaging the inside of the center
bore.
Align the two upper rim studs with the inside of the center bore and check that all four
studs will engage the inner portion of the rim lip.
Turn the adaptor adjustment knob clockwise to firmly attach the adaptor to the wheel.

Optional Front Wheel Adaptor, 175-284-1, Mounted to Center Bore

Test the security of the installation by tugging on the wheel adaptor.

CAUTION: Do not allow the rim studs to slip on the wheel. Runout
compensation and alignment accuracy will be adversely affected
if the wheel adaptor is allowed to slip on the wheel.

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 2.2 Mounting Sensors onto Wheel Adaptors
Front sensors mount with extruded bar directed forward. Rear and mid sensors mount
with extruded bars directed rearward.
Sensor location is identified by a decal on the extruded aluminum section of each sensor.

Rear Sensors Middle Sensors Front Sensors

Sensor Series DSP740T or DSP760T only DSP760T DSP740T or DSP760T
Appropriate standard HD unique wheel standard, 175-377-1,
Wheel Adaptor adaptors, 175-377-1 adaptors, 175-431-1 or optional, 175-284-1

Sensor ID
Label

Refer to "Typical Refer to "Mid Wheel Refer to "Attaching to

Installation (Grasping Adaptor (Unique Center Bore (Optional
Additional
the Outside of Rim DSP760T Wheel Front Wheel Adaptor
References
Lip)" on page 14. Adaptors 175-431-1)" 175-284-1)" on page 16.
on page 15.

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 The sensor attaches to the wheel adaptor by inserting the sensor mounting shaft into the
sensor shaft mounting hole in the middle of the center casting (for front and rear
adaptors) or into the rearmost sensor shaft mounting hole (for mid wheel adaptor).
SENSOR
LOCKING SHAFT
LEVER MOUNTING
(unlocked HOLE
position)

SENSOR
MOUNTING SHAFT
(shown not
inserted)

Sensor Shaft Aligned with Standard HD Adaptor's Mounting Hole

NOTE: The sensor mounting shaft must be fully inserted into the sensor
shaft mounting hole.

When the sensor is mounted, the sensor locking lever should be rotated clockwise using
firm hand pressure. Tools should not be used to force the locking lever.

LOCKING
LEVER
(locked
position)

SENSOR
MOUNTING SHAFT
FULLY INSERTED
INTO SENSOR
SHAFT

Sensor Shaft Fully Seated and Locked onto Standard HD Adaptor

If the lever is rotated to the point of contacting the casting and the sensor is still not fully
locked, then adjust locking lever per following instructions.

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 Adjusting Locking Lever
The wheel adaptor lock lever should not contact the wheel adaptor center casting before
the sensor shaft is tightly secured. An adjustment can be made to the lock lever
assembly to restore its full tightening capability.
Turn the adjusting thumbscrew to adjust the lock lever adjustment screw as illustrated
below (do not remove the assembly). With the sensor fully seated in the adaptor and firm
hand force applied to the lock lever, adjust the lock lever screw from the bottom side of
the center casting so the lever will stop approximately 30° short of contacting the center
casting.

300

KNURLED
NUT

NOTE: Normal manufacturing variations will allow the clearance

between the lever and casting to change if different sensors are
mounted to a given adaptor. This variation is acceptable if the
lever has enough travel to fully tighten the lock onto the shaft.

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 3. Compensating Sensors

3.1 General Compensation

The sensors must be compensated to eliminate errors in angle measurements caused by
runout of the wheel, wheel adaptor, and sensor shaft.
The sensors must be “ON” to compensate.
Do not disturb the sensor until the two outer LED’s respond.
Sensors may be compensated in any order; however, these precautions must be followed:
If a sensor is removed from a wheel, that sensor must be re-compensated when
reinstalled. The other sensors do not need re-compensation.
During compensation and normal operation, be certain no obstructions are blocking
the infrared beams between the sensors. When compensating sensors that are
mounted to the vehicle drive wheels, place the transmission in NEUTRAL.

3.2 Three-Point Compensation

All sensors need not be mounted before starting compensation.
Raise either the front or rear axles, or both, while remembering to use the safety on all jacks.

WARNING: If only one axle is to be raised, chock wheels on the axle

that is not being raised (before raising), to prevent the
vehicle from rolling.

Turn sensors on and select any one of the sensors for compensation. The starting position
of the wheel adaptor does not matter. The middle LED will be on.

LED
INDICATORS

COMPENSATION
BUTTON

Hand-tighten the sensor lock knob.

Rotate the wheel until the sensor is level (as indicated by the spirit level on top of the
sensor).
Press the compensate button. Do not disturb the sensor until the two outer LED’s begin
to blink and the middle LED turns off, indicating that the measurements have been
stored.
Loosen the sensor lock knob and rotate the wheel 120°, clockwise or counter clockwise,
until the middle LED turns on. Hand tighten the sensor lock knob and rotate the wheel to
level the sensor.

NOTE: It is recommended that the front wheels of front wheel drive

vehicles be rotated in the forward direction to reduce disturbing
the sensor on the opposite front wheel.

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 With the middle compensate LED on, press the compensate button. Do not disturb the
sensor until the two outer LEDs begin to blink faster and the middle compensate LED
turns off to indicate that the measurements have been stored.
Loosen the sensor lock knob and rotate the wheel 120° more, until the middle LED turns
on. Hand-tighten the sensor lock knob and rotate the wheel to level the sensor.
With the middle LED on, press the compensate button. Do not disturb the sensor. Wait
for the sensor to save the measurement. The two outer LED’s and the middle LED will
stay on.
Loosen the sensor lock knob.
The sensor is now compensated. Repeat this procedure for the remaining sensor(s).
After three-point compensation, the front and rear wheels may be rotated to any position
without affecting the alignment measurements. The middle wheel must end with the
adaptor in the 12 o'clock position to ensure line-of-sight.

NOTE: All sensors should be level, but unlocked to minimize tilt of the
sensors. Avoid rapid steering motion that may cause sensors to
swing vertically, which can cause them to come into contact with
the rack, or even dislodged from the wheel.

Remove the lock pins from the turning angle gauges and rear slip plates.
Apply the parking brake and place the transmission in park if applicable.
Lower the vehicle.
Continue the alignment procedure.
For three-point compensation, if a previously compensated sensor should require re-
compensation, pressing the sensor compensate button twice within four seconds will restart
the compensation procedure and retake the first reading for that sensor at this position.
3.3 Rolling Compensation
DANGER: Always make sure wheel chocks are in place before starting
rolling compensation. Serious injury or death can result if
chocks are not used to limit the movement of the truck.

Note: Wheel chocks should be placed approximately 22" in front of the

first drive axle so that the truck is centered on the turnplates
following the compensation procedure.

®
Proceed to the Rolling Compensation screen in WinAlign .
Put the lock pins in the turning angle gauges and rear slip plates. Raise the turn plate
bridges.
All sensors must be mounted before starting rolling compensation.
Turn sensors on. The starting position of the front and rear wheel adaptors is not
important. The middle wheel adaptor, however, MUST be installed at the 12 o'clock
position with the sensor in the rearmost hole to ensure proper line-of-sight throughout the
rolling compensation procedure. The middle LED will be on.
Be sure to unlock the sensor lock knob on each sensor.
Position the truck with the front tires centered on and approximately 22" from the
turnplates.
Gently roll the truck until the front drive axle rests on the previously placed front chock.
Place the second chock behind the front drive axle so that the truck cannot roll in either
direction.

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 NOTE: Chock the side of the truck that allows viewing of the console
screen.

Measure 22 (±1) inches rearward from the center of the first drive axle and mark the
location on the floor or rack (position “A” shown below).
Mark the position of the wheel chock (position “B” shown below).

Position the truck such that the center of the first drive axle lines up with the mark.

NOTE: If using floor turnplates, ensure the front tires are on the flat
portion of the plates.

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 Always make sure wheel chocks are in place
before starting rolling compensation.

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 Steer the vehicle ahead.
Make sure the wheel chock has not moved.
When directed by the aligner, manually roll (do not drive) the vehicle forward into the
wheel chocks to center all bar graphs in the green. Do not disturb the sensors. Wait for
the aligner to save the measurements, which is indicated by the bar graphs disappearing.
Rolling compensation is complete. The middle LED and two outer LEDs on each
compensated sensor will be on.

LED
INDICATORS

COMPENSATION
BUTTON

Apply the parking brake and place the transmission in park if applicable.
After rolling compensation, the wheel may be rotated to any position without affecting the
alignment measurements.
Continue the alignment procedure.

3.4 Jacked Rolling Compensation

Proceed to the Rolling Compensation screen in the aligner. Press the “Use Jacking
Compensation” softkey.
All sensors must be mounted before starting compensation.
Turn sensors on. The starting position of the wheel adaptor does not matter. The middle
LED will be on.
Unlock the sensor lock knob on each sensor.
Jack up the wheels to be compensated.
Steer the vehicle ahead.
The rotation steps below may be performed one sensor at a time or on any combination
of them at once.
When directed by the aligner, rotate each wheel toward the rear to center its bar graph in
the green. Once centered in the green, do not disturb the sensor. Wait for the aligner to
save the measurement, which is indicated by the bar graph changing to indicate rotation
forward.
When the bar graph indicates rotation forward for a wheel, rotate that wheel forward to
center its bar graph in the green. Once centered in the green, do not disturb the sensor.
Wait for the aligner to save the measurement, which is indicated by the bar graph
disappearing.
Jacked rolling compensation is complete. The middle LED and two outer LEDs on each
compensated sensor will be on.

LED
INDICATORS

COMPENSATION
BUTTON

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 Lower the vehicle.
Apply the parking brake and place the transmission in park if applicable.
After jacked rolling compensation, the wheel may be rotated to any position without
affecting the alignment measurements.
Continue the alignment procedure.

3.5 Compensation Recall Mode

If sensor power is temporarily interrupted after compensation, a short-term backup
memory on the sensor may hold compensation values until power is restored. When
power is restored, the sensor will indicate that it has valid compensation values by
illuminating the middle compensation indicator while flashing the two outer compensation
indicators. If the sensor has not been dismounted from the vehicle wheel, the
compensation procedure does not have to be repeated. Afterwards, restore the sensor to
its original position. Refer to the compensation section for complete compensation
procedure.

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 4. Operation Information

4.1 Sensor Level Check Procedure

To achieve an accurate alignment, it is important that the sensors hang level when the
sensor lock knob is loosened. A sensor must be balanced correctly to hang level.
To check the balance of a sensor:
Mount the sensor on a wheel adaptor.
Mount the wheel adaptor onto a wheel without connecting the sensor
charging cable.
With the sensor lock knob loosened, wait until the sensor does not rock on
the wheel adaptor.
Observe the level in the sensor.
If the bubble is in the center of the level, as shown below, the sensor is
balanced.

NOTE: A level reminder icon will appear on the vehicle plan view
indicator when a sensor is severely out of level.

If the bubble is off to one side of the level, as shown below, the sensor must
be adjusted to restore the sensor to level.

To balance sensors, loosen the screws securing the weight to the toe arm. Slide the
weight in the proper direction to center the bubble in the level.

Contact your local Hunter Service Representative if you need assistance with
balancing adjustments.

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