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Installation
This section describes how to install your Balancer.
Installation Safety Rules
Pay attention at all times during installation.
clear of moving parts. Keep hands and fingers away from pinch points.
Use caution when unpacking the Balancer from its shipping container and setting it up. The Balancer is
heavy and the weight is not evenly distributed; dropping or knocking over the unit may cause
equipment damage or personal injury.
⚠
WARNING
Only allow experienced, trained technicians to install the Balancer. In particular, all electrical work
must
be done by a licensed, certified Electrician.
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CAUTION
If you have to use an extension cord, make sure its current rating is equal to or greater than that of the
equipment being used. Make sure the extension cord cannot be stepped on, run over, or pulled out.
Extension cords are a tripping hazard, so they must be secured.
Plan for Electrical Work
The Balancer comes from the factory wired for 110 VAC power. You may convert the Balancer for use
with 220 VAC power.
⚠
WARNING
Tools
You may need some or all of the following tools:
•
Small level for the optional wall mount bracket
•
Hex key wrench set (three hex keys come with the unit: 6, 8, and 12 mm in the Accessories box)
•
SAE and Metric wrench sets
•
Adjustable wrench
•
Scissors, utility knife, or other cutting tool
•
Hammer
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Hammer Drill and masonry bit for anchoring.
MB-240X Wheel Balancer
You must wear appropriate protective clothing at all times during setup: leather
gloves, non-skid steel-toed work boots, ANSI-approved eye protection, and an
industrial back belt.
Certain parts of installing the Balancer are difficult for just one person. Dannmar
strongly recommends having two or more persons work together to install the
Balancer.
All electrical work, such as attaching the Plug to the Power Cord for 220 VAC
must be completed by a licensed, certified Electrician
operation,
accordance with all applicable electrical codes at your location.
Use appropriate tools and equipment. Stay
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