SMC Networks Air Weigh AW5800 User Manual

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34. Route the sensor extension cable across the axle, along
the frame, and through the cab firewall.
NOTE:

Be sure to leave enough slack in the cable between

the axle and frame to allow for axle movement.


35. When the AW5801 Truck Scale ComLink is mounted,
connect the sensor extension cable to the appropriate
AW5801 port as follows:

For a single Drive Axle sensor, connect

Steer Axle sensor to AW5801 Port B;

For dual Drive Axle sensors, connect

Steer Axle sensor to AW5801 Port C.


For more information about sensor port connections, see
Important Installation Instructions: Installing Sensor(s)
for This Kit (901-0039-000)
included in the Truck Scale kit
documents package.

36. Refer to the Air-Weigh manual for the AW5800 Truck
Scale included in your kit. On your AW5800 Weight Gauge
Display, find the A/D reading for the Steer Axle. Check that
the A/D reading for the Steer Axle is in the range 750 to
1250. Skip Step 37.

37. If using the Deflection Sensor Test Device - PN 1000,
A/D readings will be shown on a display after connecting per
user instructions provided with tester. Follow Steps 27

– 31

for tightening the nuts on sensor. Acceptable A/D readings
are:

Steer

– 1000 (±250)


When readings are in the acceptable range, disconnect the
test fixture and connect deflection sensor cable to sensor

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