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COMPOSITION
66 pages (including cover pages)
63 numbered pages
• For any further information please contact your local dealer. Contact info are on the last page:
IMPORTANT Any damage caused by failure to follow the instructions in this manual or improper
machine use shall relieve the manufacturer of all liability.
© September 06, 2022 by Vehicle Service Group. All rights reserved. Co11904.2
RWA5100HD
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2015-M358 rev. 02

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  • Page 1 RWA5100HD INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMPOSITION 66 pages (including cover pages) 63 numbered pages • For any further information please contact your local dealer. Contact info are on the last page: IMPORTANT Any damage caused by failure to follow the instructions in this manual or improper machine use shall relieve the manufacturer of all liability.
  • Page 2 SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL This symbol instructs the user to refer to this manual before using the equipment or any parts of it. This symbol indicates to the user that there are important operations to read about and instructions that demand attention in the documentation that accompanies the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preliminary safety information ..........................3 INTENDED USE ................................5 TRAINING OF DESIGNATED PERSONNEL ....................... 5 General prevention measures ..........................5 EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS ............................. 7 RWA5100HD ................................7 TABLET ..................................8 SENSORS ................................9 3.3.1 Measuring head keypads ..............................10 3.3.2 Automatic shutdown of detectors ..........................
  • Page 4 7.16 Saving tests carried out with TEq-Link......................42 7.16.1 TEq-Link function configuration ............................. 42 DIAGNOSIS AND ADJUSTMENT OF TRUCKS ...................... 43 Adjustment of 3-axle tractor - 1 steering axle ....................43 Adjustment of a 3-axle semi-trailer ........................48 Adjustment of 3-axle tractor - 2 steering axles ....................51 Adjustment of a full-trailer with drawbar......................

  • Page 5: Warning

    RWA5100HD wheel aligner. Therefore, keep it, for the entire operating life of the machine, in a known and easily accessible place and consult it whenever uncertainties arise. All product operators must be able to read the manual.
  • Page 6 Rotary reasons. The trademark is owned by Rotary. All the remaining trademarks mentioned, the reproduced logos and the images belong to the legitimate owners who fully hold the relevant rights.

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    1 INTENDED USE The RWA5100HD system is equipment intended for total detection of the characteristic angles of light vehicles and trucks. The angle detection is carried out by four sensors with microprocessor technology and infrared measuring and data transmission system (without using cable connections between the sensors).
  • Page 8 • This equipment must only be used for the purpose for which it is expressly designed. ROTARY declines all responsibility for damage to persons, animals and property caused by improper use of the machine.

  • Page 9: Equipment Components

    3 EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS 3.1 RWA5100HD Tablet support - Metal plate for PC Tablet” with features tablet housing suitable to manage the App RWA5100HD - See para. 3.2 Sensor housed on charging stands Measuring heads see para. 3.3 Main switch MAIN POWER SUPPLY SOCKET Power supply: 1/N/PE 115V AC, maximum current 6,3A (approx.

  • Page 10: Tablet

    3.2 TABLET The equipment includes a "Rugged” tablet PC. The Device is supplied with adequate requirements (see minimum characteristics below) to manage the APP RWA5100HD The table shows the minimum characteristics for operation of the APP Processor 2,4Ghz; RAM 8 Gb;...

  • Page 11: Sensors

    (see para. 3.3.1 on page 10) Figure 4 The sensors of the RWA5100HD equipment do not need the connection of any cable or lanyard for angle measurement. The sensors units consist of infrared data transmitters/receivers and CCD-type transducers with infrared emitter focal point.

  • Page 12: Measuring Head Keypads

    3.3.1 Measuring head keypads (B) Red Led (A) Green Led Figure 5 KEYS DESCRIPTION Sensor power key. Pressed at the same time, they manually switch off the sensor. Legend of Figure 5: • the sensor battery is charging Green Led : •...

  • Page 13: Wheel Clamps Stda92E

    WHEEL CLAMPS STDA92E Special NON Run-out compensation wheel clamps, by referencing the wheel center which is almost perfectly accurate, it can deliver a more accurate measurement without need to raise each wheel position to perform Run-out compensation Each pair of clamps includes: 6 short adapters and 6 long adapters HANDLES FOR RAPID CLAMP FASTENING ON WHEEL SENSOR PIN LOCKING...

  • Page 14: Measuring Ranges And Precision

    4.2 Measuring ranges and precision Precision Total Measuring Axle Measurement Measuring range range  2’  2°  20° x 2  1’  1°  20° Partial toe  2  2°  5° Set-back Front  2’  3° ...

  • Page 15: Transportation And Installation

    5 TRANSPORTATION AND INSTALLATION 5.1 Transportation and unpacking The equipment is supplied packed in a box secured onto a pallet to facilitate transportation. ATTENTION • To transport the machine to the point where it will be installed, use lifting and transport means such as forklifts or lifters equipped with forks.

  • Page 16: Application Settings

    6 APPLICATION SETTINGS 6.1 Program configuration To start the RWA5100HD program click on the icon ; the program starts and the presentation page is displayed on the PC Tablet, from where it is possible to access all the main functions of the equipment.

  • Page 17: Database Configuration

    6.2 DATABASE configuration It is possible to view information on existing databases or check for new updates. Select the option “DATABASE MANAGEMENT” on the program configuration page - See para. 6.1, the page shown below will appear. Figure 12 The page illustrated above shows the databases present and relative version. The licence number is shown, corresponding to the serial number of the equipment, which needs to be communicated to the manufacturer to purchase a new database.

  • Page 18: Vehicle Diagnosis And Adjustment

    7 VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS AND ADJUSTMENT With the RWA5100HD wheel aligner, it is also possible to take vehicle measurements, however specific clamps are needed for cars. possible only with very large wheels (diam. > 760mm).. 7.1 Home page When the equipment is turned on, the home page appears with a selection of possible functions.
  • Page 19 industry to identify motor vehicles. The VIN plate with 17 alphanumeric characters is normally located inside the engine compartment. Note: use the F5 key to select the search mode: with search keys Name/ make/model/year, or VIN or with a manual selection (Figure 16). Enter the model (max 3 words of at least 3 characters).

  • Page 20: Viewing The Technical Data Of The Preselected Vehicle

    (para. 7.4 on page 22). The PC Tablet device with SW RWA5100HD contains technical information relative to vehicles, provided via the official databases. Access to the system and information is subject to the reading and...

  • Page 21: Display Of Additional Measurements On Ride Heights

    7.3.1 Display of ADDITIONAL MEASUREMENTS on RIDE HEIGHTS Some manufacturers (e.g. Mercedes, Renault) provide angle tolerance values according to particular measurements on the vehicle chassis. When the selected vehicle has angle tolerance values connected to additional measurements on the chassis, the technical data page (Figure 19) will feature the key.

  • Page 22: Display Of Verification Measurements On Ride Heights

    7.3.2 Display of VERIFICATION MEASUREMENTS on RIDE HEIGHTS Some manufacturers (e.g. Citroen, Peugeot) provide tolerance values referring to particular measurements on the vehicle chassis (control values). When the selected vehicle has tolerance values with control values, the key is included on the technical data page (Figure 22).

  • Page 23: Viewing Of Adjustment Aid Images

    7.3.3 Viewing of ADJUSTMENT AID images For various vehicles of certain manufacturers, images are available to assist with adjustment, which indicate the adjustment modes on the various angles of the vehicle, such as the camber and caster of the front axle or the camber and toe of the rear axle.

  • Page 24: Preliminary Operations

    7.4 Preliminary operations 7.4.1 Preliminary vehicle check operations Before carrying out the vehicle alignment check, it is necessary to perform a number of preliminary checks: • Check and if necessary eliminate the play on the suspension and on the steering linkage. •...

  • Page 25: Run-Out

    7.5 Run-out The run-out procedure is carried out to compensate for any decentring that exists between the plane passing through the wheel and the one that is actually measured. However, this procedure can be skipped, when required, with the key . This procedure can also be performed after completing the vehicle diagnosis, selecting the relative option in the menu (see para.
  • Page 26 Turn the wheel by 180° and once arrived at destination, press the central key of the sensor head keypad as indicated on the screen in Figure 28. Figure 29 Figure 29 is displayed for about three seconds, the time necessary for the program to acquire the measurements Figure 30 It is now necessary to turn the wheel until the position indicator is aligned with the second point, positioned at...

  • Page 27: Push Run-Out

    In the system configuration, it is possible to define that the procedure must be carried out on 3 points instead of 2, in which case the wheel is turned 3 times by 120° instead of 2 times by 180° as explained above. 7.5.2 Push run-out To perform the push run-out, select it during preparation for the run-out stage (see para.
  • Page 28 “STOP” is displayed for about three seconds Figure 34 Press the central key, “STOP” appears (see Figure 34) for about three seconds, that is, the time necessary for the program to acquire the measurements, then the program shows the following screen Press the central key on one of the sensor heads in the...

  • Page 29: Preparation For Measurements

    7.6 Preparation for measurements After performing the run-out procedure, as explained in para. 7.5 on page 23, the vehicle needs to be prepared for the measurements. The following screen will appear:   Block the brake pedal Unlock the front radius with the appropriate gauges and any rear tool.

  • Page 30: Steering Procedure

    NOTE: The vehicle on which the operations are being carried out may be equipped with a front Spoiler preventing the sensor heads from communicating with each other. In this case, the special “spoiler” procedure is automatically launched. Following the graphic representation which appears on the screen, the front sensors need to be lowered so that the transducers at the end of the arm are below the spoiler.

  • Page 31: Vehicle Diagnosis

    7.9 Vehicle diagnosis After carrying out the steering procedure (see para. 7.8 on page 28), a page appears showing the summary of the measurements taken (Figure 39). The part on the left shows the factory reference values, on the right the diagnosis measurements are shown; the values are highlighted in green if in tolerance, in red if outside the tolerance, in grey if the tolerances are not present.

  • Page 32: Rear Axle Adjustment

    7.11 Rear axle adjustment The rear axle adjustment procedure is reached by pressing the key in Figure 40, after performing the adjustment preparation operations (para. 7.10 on page 29). Adjustment, where permitted, in the following order: Rear camber - Rear partial toe (this also determines the thrust angle). Measurements of the rear camber Measurements of the...
  • Page 33 Then perform adjustment of the front axle Caster measurements “Frozen” values Front camber measurements Front partial toe measurements Figure 42 Press the key to carry out the "Jack-Hold" procedure", adjustment with wheels raised (para. 7.12.2 on page 33) Press the key to repeat the steering procedure (para.

  • Page 34: Adjustment Of Front Toe With Wheels Steered

    7.12.1 Adjustment of front toe with wheels steered The front toe adjustment procedure with wheels steered is carried out starting from the front adjustment page (see para.7.12 on page 30), pressing the F3 key The Figure below appears, prompting to steer Left or Right and then press F5 to confirm.

  • Page 35: Jack-Hold" Procedure

    7.12.2 “Jack-Hold” procedure From the front or rear adjustment page (see para. 7.11 and 7.12) press the key to run the JACK-HOLD procedure (adjustment with wheels raised). Follow the visual instructions that appear on the screen. Raise the vehicle Figure 45 When the vehicle is raised, press the key to confirm that the vehicle is effectively raised;...

  • Page 36: Diagnosis And Adjustment Data Summary

    At this stage of adjustment, the program shows Figure 42 again (see para. 7.12 on page 30) press the key to view the final summary (para. 7.13 on page 34) 7.13 DIAGNOSIS and ADJUSTMENT data summary When the front adjustment procedure is finished (see Figure 42 on page 31), after the key is pressed, the page in Figure 48 appears with a summary of the Diagnosis and Adjustment Summary of...

  • Page 37: Test Drive" Procedure

    By pressing the key on this page, the program will allow printing of the measurements of the “Chassis Diagnosis”. Press the key to exit and return to the previous step. 7.13.2 “Test Drive” procedure On the Diagnosis and Adjustment summary page (para. 7.13), pressing the key starts the “Test Drive”...

  • Page 38: Auxiliary Functions Menu

    7.14 Auxiliary functions menu To carry out certain auxiliary operations or be able to repeat certain steps of the program if these were unsatisfactory or not carried out at all, select the F1 key on the SUMMARY page (see para. 7.13 on page 34).

  • Page 39: Measurements Print-Out

    7.15 Measurements print-out Select the key on the “SUMMARY” page ( , the following screen appears: para. 7.13 on page Vehicle data and customer data entry Figure 53 When the key is pressed, the program opens the para. 7.14 on page 36) auxiliary options menu (see When the key is pressed, the test is saved in the “customer database”...
  • Page 40 Example of tabular printing Figure 55...
  • Page 41 Example of tabular print-out for truck Figure 56...
  • Page 42 Graphic print example Date/time; Vehicle data and customer data Graphical Representation representation of the graph of left/right caster wheel based on difference tolerance values Tolerance Indication of diagnosis and Value indicated in red / adjustment measurements shown in green depending on the red/green tolerance depending on the tolerances...
  • Page 43 Example of graphic print-out for truck Date/time; Vehicle data and customer data Graphical representation of the wheel based on tolerance values Tolerance Indication of diagnosis and Value indicated in red / adjustment measurements shown in green depending on the red/green tolerance depending on the tolerances Figure 58...

  • Page 44: Saving Tests Carried Out With Teq-Link

    7.16 Saving tests carried out with TEq-Link At the end of the test, when the vehicle and customer data is being entered (see Figure 53 on page 37), the report with the results and all vehicle data can be saved using the function It is necessary to install the "TEq-Link Web Manager"...

  • Page 45: Diagnosis And Adjustment Of Trucks

    8 DIAGNOSIS AND ADJUSTMENT OF TRUCKS Several examples of heavy vehicle adjustment procedures are illustrated below. When one of these vehicles is selected from the database, it is necessary to carry out the steps described in the following chapters. 8.1 Adjustment of 3-axle tractor - 1 steering axle From the first page of the program (Logo), press the F4 key to access the vehicle selection from the Database Select the TRUCKS group...
  • Page 46 Select “Tractor 6x4”, for example (6 wheels - 4 wheel drive) Press F4 to continue Press F4 to confirm the selected 3-axle tractor. It is possible to change the rear axle (2nd or 3rd) from which adjustment starts in order to use it as the 2nd base vehicle axle.
  • Page 47 Turn the steering wheel until the wheels are aligned, that is, until the display level appears perfectly centred. Adjust the front sensor heads until they are level and brake them using the special knobs. Wait for the next page to automatically appear. Perform the steering procedure following the indicator on the screen, first to the left, then to the right, and lastly at the center.
  • Page 48 Using the F3 key it is possible to zoom in and out on the partial toe values, as well as view the total toe and cambers. Press F4 to continue. Press Shift +F5 to view the partial toes in zoom mode and Shift +F5 again to view them in normal mode again.
  • Page 49 When adjustment is complete, press F4 to continue. Using the F3 key it is possible to zoom in and out on the “SCRUB” value, as well as view the total toe and cambers. Press F4 to continue. To adjust the set-back in real time (“ ”) Set-Back LIVE during the adjustment of an axle, press the Alt key and...

  • Page 50: Adjustment Of A 3-Axle Semi-Trailer

    8.2 Adjustment of a 3-axle semi-trailer NOTE: - IMPORTANT - For this type of adjustment, the STDA49N adapter kit for trailer alignment is required. adapter for trailer alignment STDA49N pair of “rear” sensor heads Select a semi-trailer from the database Select a 3-axle semi-trailer Press F4 to confirm the selected 3-axle semi-trailer Note: The selected number of axles can still be...
  • Page 51 A screen appears with the measurements and tolerances provided by the manufacturer. The data shown below refers to the highlighted axle at the top left. Tap the top left of the screen to show the data of other axles Press F4 to continue. Mount the STD A49N adapter for trailer alignment Mount the front sensor heads on the last axle of the semi-trailer.
  • Page 52 Adjust only the front sensor heads (mounted on the 1st rear axle) until they are level and brake them using the special knobs. Leave the front sensor heads in their position. Wait for the next page to automatically appear. Adjust the “SCRUB” angle in reference to the front axle, as shown in the Figure to the side.

  • Page 53: Adjustment Of 3-Axle Tractor - 2 Steering Axles

    8.3 Adjustment of 3-axle tractor - 2 steering axles Select a tractor from the database Select a tractor with two steering axles Press F4 to confirm the selected tractor with two steering axles Note: The selected number of rear axles can be changed with the key or F3.
  • Page 54 Turn the steering wheel until the wheels are aligned, that is, until the display level appears perfectly centred. Adjust the front sensor heads until they are level and brake them using the special knobs. Wait for the next page to automatically appear. Perform the steering procedure following the indicator on the screen, first to the left, then to the right, and lastly at the center.
  • Page 55 Adjust the front axle, caster, camber and toe where possible and necessary. Press F4 to continue. Press F2 on the other hand to repeat the steering procedure or F1 to return to the rear adjustment step. Turn the steering wheel until the wheels are aligned, that is, until the display level appears perfectly centred.
  • Page 56 Adjust the 2nd front steering axle, caster and camber where possible and necessary. Press F4 to continue. Press F1 to return to the rear adjustment step. Press F1 to return to the rear steering procedure Move the front sensor heads from the 2nd steering axle to the 1st steering axle, press F4 to continue.
  • Page 57 Adjust the 2nd steering axle, camber (unfreeze first) and toe where possible and necessary. Press F4 to continue. NOTE: During this step it is not possible to adjust the caster insofar as this operation would have already been carried out. The page then appears where it is possible to print or save the diagnosis and adjustment data Using the F3 key...

  • Page 58: Adjustment Of A Full-Trailer With Drawbar

    8.4 Adjustment of a full-trailer with drawbar NOTE: - IMPORTANT - For this type of adjustment, the STDA49N adapter kit for trailer alignment is required. Select a Full-Trailer from the database Press F4 to continue Select a full-trailer with 2 axles on the drawbar and one rear axle Press F4 to continue Change the selected number of axles using the F2...
  • Page 59 A screen appears with the measurements and tolerances provided by the manufacturer. The data shown is for the 1st and last axle. Tap the axle in the silhouette at the top left to view the relative data Press F4 to continue. Block the plates Mount the clamps and Mount the front sensor heads in the 1st front axle...
  • Page 60 Turn the drawbar until the wheels of the 1st front axle are aligned, that is, until the display level appears perfectly centred. The F4 key flashes, press to continue. Block the drawbar and remove the STDA49N adapter for trailer alignment Press F4 to continue.
  • Page 61 Move the front sensor heads to the 2nd front axle, press F4 to continue. Important: keep the drawbar blocked. Adjust the sensor heads only (mounted on the 2nd front axle) until they are level and brake them using the special knobs, then wait for the next page to automatically appear Adjust the scrub in the second front axle and eventually the offset with the F3 key the details of...

  • Page 62: Error Notifications

    9 ERROR NOTIFICATIONS During the transmission/reception of data between the sensor heads and cab, the following screen may appear: See Figure 60. Red cross near the sensor head Figure 60 This means there is a transmission/reception error due to one or more of the following problems: •...

  • Page 63: Problems

    10 PROBLEMS Listed below are some possible problems of the wheel alignment equipment. Rotary disclaims any liability for damage caused to persons, animals and property due to the intervention of unauthorized personnel and to the use of non-original spare parts.

  • Page 64: Storage And Scrapping

    For further more detailed information on the disposal of obsolete equipment, contact the office of the municipality of residence, the waste disposal service or the Rotary after-sales service. WARNING •...

  • Page 65: Machine Identification Data/Warning Labels

    13 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION DATA/WARNING LABELS Serial Plate A) Manufacturer B) Vehicle C) Serial number D) month/year of manufacture Plates with data and warnings on general power supply “Disposal" plate Warning plate "Read manual" Battery charger circuit protection fuse plate ATTENTION •...
  • Page 66 Your Wheel Service Equipment. Performance of Your Wheel Service Equipment. Contact Your Nearest Authorized Rotary Wheel Service Equipment Parts Distributor Trained Operators and Regular Maintenance Ensures Satisfactory Performance of Your for Genuine Replacement Parts. See Literature Package for Parts Breakdown.

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