SMC Networks Air Weigh AW5800 - Manual (Page 8)

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SENSOR INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
Welded Install
Note: Welding is the preferred method of installing
the deflection sensor brackets.
The following instructions are applicable to all steer deflection
sensor installs where the sensor brackets will be welded to the
steer axle. The balance of the install should be completed per
user’s manual included with your kit.
Material Needed
Alcohol or degreaser
Small grinder or sand paper
C-clamp
ARC or wire welder
Epoxy paint
A. Prepare Axle for welding and bracket placement
1. Clean center of axle in preparation for sensor bracket
placement.
a) Measure and mark center of axle.
b) Clean axle on both sides of the center mark in an
area wide enough to encompass brackets.
1) Use alcohol or degreaser to remove grease.
2) Sand off any paint in the area.
2. If not already assembled, attach alignment tool to the
two brackets
3. Remove foam strip from the bottom of bracket (weld
only).
4. Center bracket on axle
5. Use C-clamps to hold bracket in place.