Symtech HBA 5 - Manual (Page 12)

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4.2 LASER CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ASSURANCE
NOTE: LASER IS CALIBRATED AT FACTORY, CALIBRATION IS REQUIRED ONLY IN THE EVENT OF
TAMPERING WITH ADJUSTMENT SCREW OR ASSURANCE OF LASER ACCURACY.
Step 1: Move the HBA 5 to a level floor surface with a recommended six feet (very minimum of four feet) of unobstructed floor in front of the alignment
head.
Step 2: Level the alignment head. Noting the level vial on top of the alignment head, adjust the rear wheel up or down until the vial bubble is perfectly
centered. The vial is factory calibrated and is permanently affixed.
Step 3: Locate a perfectly level surface, (i.e. frame machine, alignment rack,) if this is not available it will be necessary to create one. This can be achieved
by using a six-foot or longer board, a steel channel, and a level. Shims may be required to stabilize the leveling surface.
Step 4: Place the board on edge, then place the level on top of the board. Shim one end of the board up until the surface is level according to the level.
Step 5: At front of alignment head measure up from level surface (board) to laser height and record reading from center of laser light.
Step 6: At the furthest point away from the HBA 5 (at least six feet,) again measure up from the level surface (board) and record reading.
Step 7: If the measurements are not equal, adjust the rear height adjustment knob of the laser assembly (Lock Tight has been installed on screw at factory,
minor pressure should break seal) until laser is viewed at either end of straight edge equally. Laser is now calibrated, installing lock tight or other
adhesive to adjustment screw is recommended.
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ** All referenced pages are from the HBA 5 Instruction Manual
Q: Whom do I call for warranty questions, service and technical assistance?
A: Call Symtech Corporation Technical Assistance at 888-884-8182.
Q: How do I turn the HBA 5 OFF?
A: The system will automatically turn off after five minutes of operation.
Q: How do I check calibration of mirror? (Page 3: Section 1.3)
A: Position the optical head approximately middle of mast. Standing behind the machine, turn the mirror down until the front edge of
the optical head can be seen in the mirror. There are two (2) small black calibration marks located near the top front edge of the
optical head. Slightly loosen mirror mount screws on top of the mast. Pivot the mirror until the horizontal line runs directly through
the calibration points on the optical head. Retighten the mirror mount screws.
Q: Are there any headlamps that the system is not able to aim?
A: Symtech Corporation makes no claims of any nature that the Symtech Corporation Optical alignment Systems will align headlamps
that do not conform to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) recommended practices described in standards J599, J600, J1383
and J1735.
In the event that the lamps low beam will not conform to the standards set forth, which can be viewed by the lamps extreme
HIGH/LOW and/or LEFT/RIGHT final position, as depicted below, the following procedure should be followed.
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Switch lamp to HIGH BEAM mode and align lamp according to alignment
procedures specified for the HBA 5 system.
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US Low Beam
Correct Pattern
Placement
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US Low Beam
“HIGH”
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US Low Beam
“LOW”
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US Low Beam
“LEFT”
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US Low Beam
“RIGHT”