COATS 1250 Series Balancer User Manual
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Important: Always read and follow the information box instructions.
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Know Your Unit
Compare this illustration with the unit before placing
it into service. Maximum performance and safety will
be obtained only when all persons using the unit are
fully trained in its parts and operation. Each user
should learn the function and location, of all controls.
Prevent accidents and injuries by ensuring the unit is
properly installed, operated and maintained.
A
Control Panel or Video Display Panel
B
Plug (back of machine)
C
ON/OFF
D
Weight Tray with Dual Pockets for Weights thru
2 oz. - Deep Pockets thru 4 oz
E
Line Laser
F
Locator Laser
G
1-1/8-inch\ 40mm Shaft
H
Offset Arm, Measures A & D of Tire/Wheel
(shown in home position)
J
Hood Guard
K
Hood Sonar - Width Sensor (if equipped)
Note: Throughout this manual wheel weights are
referred to as Clip-on or Tape-A-Weight
®
. Figure 3
shows an example of each weight.
Figure 3 - Corrective Weight Examples. For Best Results,
use BADA
®
Brand Wheel Weights.
Power Switch
The ON/OFF decal (figure 4) indicates the ON/OFF
switch location at the back of the balancer.
Figure 4 - On/Off Switch
Using The Offset Arm
When not in use or when prompted by the balancer
instructions, store the offset arm in the home position
as shown in figure 5.
Figure 5 - Offset Arm Stored In Home Position
ON/OFF
Power
Switch
Clip-on Weight
Tape-A-Weight
®
Offset Arm
In Home
Position