MAHLE RTI Laser 4 - Manual (Page 10)

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DO NOT TURN UNIT OFF UNTIL PRINTOUT HAS BEEN MADE
DATA ACCUMULATOR - COLLECTING DATA
The Data Accumulator is used to collect and store data during the alignment procedure. Connect the
Data Accumulator to the Readout as shown on Page 5 when data is to be collected. It is only necessary
to connect the Data Accumulator to the Readout during Caster, Camber and SAI steps of an alignment
to collect the Before and After readings for the various wheels. It can be disconnected and kept safely
nearby during the other steps of the alignment. Power can be turned off to prolong the battery life
without loss of previously stored data.
To collect a reading, connect the Data Accumulator to the Readout and turn on the power. The
Readout will be displaying the reading to be collected and stored by the Data Accumulator. Select
Before or After, select the parameter being recorded ( Caster, Camber or SAI), and select which wheel
is being serviced. The LCD Display on the Data Accumulator will show the actual reading of the
selected parameter. Press the Enter key to record and store the reading.
DATA ACCUMULATOR - MANUAL ENTRY OF DATA
Other data must be manually entered into the Data Accumulator. Toe and all Spec data is manually
entered as follows:
1 Select the proper Category, Parameter, and Wheel Designation (Page 7, Items 3, 5, and 6).
2 Press the CLEAR key (Page 7, Item 10)
3 Position the cursor using the Right and Left arrow keys (Page 7, Item 9).
4 Enter the desired number using the Numeric Keypad (Page 7, Item 7).
5 Press ENTER key to store the reading (Page 7, Item 13).
6 If a mistake is made, press the ENTER key and start again with Step 2.
NOTE: After entering the value for Toe on the rear right wheel, the LCD display will show the
following:
THRUST ANGLE?
1. COMPENSATED
2. ADJUSTED
3. NEITHER
Press 1, 2, or 3 to select the method used during the rear toe adjustments. Choose COMPENSATED
if a thrust angle alignment only was performed. Choose ADJUSTED if a four-wheel alignment was
performed. Refer to the proper sections of this manual for the two procedures. The printout will
indicate thrust angle compensated or adjusted.