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LABA7 Shock Dyno
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Lithuania 2022

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  • Page 1 LABA7 Shock Dyno User Manual Lithuania 2022...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Shock Dyno Table of Contents Introduction ..............................4 Safety Information ............................5 Highlights .................................6 Technical Specifications............................7 Know Your Shock Dyno ............................8 5.1. Overview .............................. 8 5.2. Emergency Stop Button Control ......................10 5.3. Manual Control ..........................10 Accessories ..............................11 6.1. Adapters ............................. 11 6.2.
  • Page 3 Shock Dyno 10.4. USB Configuration .......................... 56 10.5. USB Operation ..........................57 10.6. Mechanical Failures ........................57 10.7. LED Light Indicator ......................... 58 Speed to load table ............................59 Warranty Information ........................... 61 Contact ................................62 Version: 1.0.23241 Page 3/62...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Shock Dyno 1. Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. To ensure this condition and ensure safe operation, you must observe these operating instructions! Read the entire operating instructions before using the machine for the first time. Observe all operating instructions and safety instructions! All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    • This manual is designed to be used in conjunction with the service manual and documentation provided by the shock absorber’s manufacturer. • Make sure to read and understand the whole user manual before using the Shock Dyno (further – device).

  • Page 6: Highlights

    Shock Dyno 3. Highlights Congratulations on your purchase of the LABA7 Shock Dyno! • Our fully automatic dynamometer allows you to test the mechanical force transmitted through any shock absorber as well as measure a multitude of variable factors pertaining to velocity, displacement, and other impacts, such as bump stops and even gas pressure.

  • Page 7: Technical Specifications

    Shock Dyno 4. Technical Specifications Below are the specifications of each individual Shock Dyno model: Featherlight Shock Dyno: • Speed 8 - 1900mm/s • 10000N load cell • Adjustable stroke 25 - 100mm • 3HP-230V electric motor (110V available on request).

  • Page 8: Know Your Shock Dyno

    Shock Dyno 5. Know Your Shock Dyno 5.1. Overview The overview of the LABA7 Shock Dyno Feather and Light models is presented in the image (Figure 1) below: Figure 1 1. Crossbar handles. 7. USB connector. 2. Preload crossbar. 8. Emergency stop button.
  • Page 9 Shock Dyno The overview of the LABA7 Shock Dyno Mid and Heavy models is presented in the image (Figure 2) below: Figure 2 1. Crossbar handles. 7. Manual Dyno controller. 2. Preload crossbar. 8. USB connector. 3. Top mounting bracket.

  • Page 10: Emergency Stop Button Control

    5.3. Manual Control Shock Dyno Mid and Heavy models can be controlled via a manual dyno controller: 1. Adjust the motor frequency by rotating the knob on the manual display. 2. Press the RUN button to start the Dyno.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Shock Dyno 6. Accessories 6.1. Adapters Here you will find various adapters compatible with the Shock Dyno. Universal Clamp Assembly • Fits many different shock absorbers • 74mm clearance • Can be used for both top and bottom mount • 3-way locking bolts for extra stiffness...
  • Page 12 Shock Dyno Moto Fork Assembly • One or two forks can be tested • Adjustable offset • Fits 20mm and 26mm axles • Standard axle mount • Stock inserts 54mm and 56mm • Different size inserts on request Figure 5 MTB Fork Assembly •...
  • Page 13 Shock Dyno MTB Cartridge Assembly • Fits universal clamp • Fox 34/36/40 adapters • Öhlins 36/38 adapters • RockShox adapters • Different size adapters on request Figure 7 Trunnion Assembly • Fits Trunnion shock absorbers • Can be used with self-preload clevis •...

  • Page 14: Adapter Installation

    Whenever installing a new adapter into the Dyno or replacing an existing one, follow the steps below: 1. Make sure the Shock Dyno is powered off, or the Emergency Stop Button is engaged before changing the adapters. 2. Use a wrench tool to unscrew both vertical bolts to release the clamp heads. (Figure 9 –...

  • Page 15: First Launch

    2. Turn the Shock power switch on. The green light on the switch will light up, or the manual dyno controller will light up. 3. If powering on the Shock Dyno results in the shortening of an earth leakage circuit breaker, follow the instructions of RFI Jumper Removal (Section 7.2) to solve the issue.

  • Page 16: Changing The Stroke

    Shock Dyno 7.1. Changing the stroke Follow the steps below to change the stroke on the Shock Dyno. These steps apply to all the Shock Dyno models. 1. Press the Emergency Stop Button to disengage the Shock Dyno and prevent the motor from moving.

  • Page 17: Rfi Jumper Removal

    RFI Jumper is located on the AC Motor Driver: Figure 11 This guide applies to all models of LABA7 Shock Dyno; however, there are two possible modifications of the AC Motor driver. This can result in a different RFI jumper, nonetheless the location and steps to remove it are similar.
  • Page 18 Shock Dyno The motor driver can be found inside the Shock Dyno. Remove the top cover using 4-6 screws (depending on the different Shock Dyno model). Figure 12 Once the cover is open, you should see the AC Motor driver on the side of the Dyno towards the back, next to the motor.
  • Page 19 Shock Dyno Configuration 1: The RFI jumper is on the side of the AC Driver and is held by a bolt. To remove the RFI jumper, release the bolt holding the jumper. Remove the jumper. Tighten the bolt back. Figure 13 Assemble everything back and close the Dyno cover before powering on the device.
  • Page 20 RFI jumper, use pliers to cut the wire or pull it out. Figure 14 Assemble everything back and close the Dyno cover before powering on the device. In case of any other questions regarding the wiring, please get in touch with LABA7 team. Version: 1.0.23241 Page 20/62...

  • Page 21: Software Setup

    • 4 GB of RAM • 1 GB of free disk space 8.2. Installation Contact LABA7 support to receive the latest Shock Dyno software version. 1. Open the Shock Dyno software folder. 2. Locate the “Setup.exe” executable file and double-click to run the installation.

  • Page 22: Configuration

    Shock Dyno 8.3. Configuration After launching the application for the very first time, follow the steps below to configure the initial settings: 1. Keep the Dyno powered off. 2. Launch the application and go to the Settings page. 3. In the General Settings tab, select the Default Data Catalog by clicking on the Select button (Figure 16 –...
  • Page 23 Figure 17 7. Turn off the Dyno if it was previously turned on. 8. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and the computer. 9. Wait 15-20 seconds for the Dyno to initialize. 10. Select the newly appeared Com Port of the connected Dyno from the drop-down menu (Figure 17 –...

  • Page 24: Wireless Communication

    4. Go to the Dyno Settings tab. 5. Turn off the Dyno if it was previously turned on. 6. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and to the computer. 7. Wait 15-20 seconds for Dyno to initialize. 8. Select the newly appeared Com Port of the connected Dyno from the drop-down menu.
  • Page 25 Shock Dyno 16. Wait up to 1 minute for the application status to refresh. Figure 18 After a successful connection to the router, Dyno status should indicate connected to WIFI with a green indicator in the upper right application corner.

  • Page 26: Usb Communication

    4. Go to the Dyno Settings tab. 5. Turn off the Dyno if it was previously turned on. 6. Connect the USB cable to the LABA7 Dyno and to the computer. 7. Wait 15-20 seconds for the Dyno to initialize.
  • Page 27 Shock Dyno 14. Wait up to 1 minute for the application status to refresh. Figure 19 ATTENTION: If any of the steps fail or the Dyno is still not connected to the application, go to the troubleshooting section. Version: 1.0.23241...

  • Page 28: Software Operation

    Shock Dyno 9. Software Operation 9.1. Main Menu Once the application is launched, you will see the main menu with three available options: • New project – create and manage new tests. • Open – Import existing projects and compare different tests.

  • Page 29: New Project

    Shock Dyno 9.2. New Project Whenever a new damper is inserted into the Dyno, it is recommended to start a New Project. A calibration window will appear when a “New Project” button is clicked. Figure 21 Enter the following information to proceed to the testing area: •...

  • Page 30: Calibration

    Shock Dyno • Shock Temperature – a read-only field that displays the measured temperature of the damper after a successful calibration. • Comments – enter comments that apply to all tests within the project. • Continue Last Project – if checked, allows proceeding to the testing area without performing a new calibration if a calibration has already been done previously.

  • Page 31: Warmup

    Shock Dyno 9.4. Warmup The first test, once entering the testing area after the calibration, is a warmup. It is designed to heat the damper to its working temperature. Figure 22 Enter the following information before starting a test: • Target Shock Temperature – select from the drop-down menu or manually enter the damper’s target temperature.

  • Page 32: Interval

    Shock Dyno 9.5. Interval The second test, once entering the testing area after the calibration, is an interval. It is the main testing area and is designed to perform single and multiple (PVP) speed tests. Figure 23 Enter the following information before starting a test: •...
  • Page 33 Shock Dyno ATTENTION: In order to create a successful test, Dyno needs to make 3 rotations to gather enough data to calculate all the graphs. If the time speed and stroke combination would result in a test that is not long enough to make 3 rotations, the software will display a warning and increase the required time automatically.

  • Page 34: Manual

    9.6. Manual The third test, once entering the testing area after the calibration, is a manual. It is designed for Shock Dyno MID and HEAVY models with a manual control display. Figure 25 Enter the following information before starting a test: •...

  • Page 35: Graph Comparison

    Shock Dyno 9.7. Graph Comparison In order to compare different graphs together, use the Recent Tests menu on the right side of the application and click on the check-box of the test you want to compare. Up to 20 different tests can be selected for comparison.

  • Page 36: Graph Types

    Shock Dyno 9.8. Graph Types This section describes the different graph types available for each test. Force vs Displacement Figure 27 Force vs Displacement is a default graph presented upon launching the application. It is also used for the live test preview whenever a test is being performed.
  • Page 37 Shock Dyno Avg. Force vs Displacement Figure 28 This graph is similar to Force vs Displacement graph; however, it averages the test into a single line, resulting in a graph without the hysteresis. For details about the axes and compression/rebound cycles, see the section above.
  • Page 38 Shock Dyno Force vs Velocity Figure 29 Force vs Velocity graph represents the change in force when the damper is compressed or released at a variable speed. The horizontal axis indicates the linear speed of the damper, and the vertical axis indicates the resulting force.
  • Page 39 Shock Dyno Force vs Avg. Velocity Figure 30 Force vs Avg. Velocity graph represents the average change in force for variable velocity. This graph is similar to Force vs Velocity; however, it shows the graph without the hysteresis. Furthermore, the speed-up and the slow-down of both compression and rebound cycles also averaged into a single line.
  • Page 40 Shock Dyno Force vs Combined Velocity Figure 31 Force vs Combined Velocity graph represents the average change in force for variable velocity. This graph is similar to Force vs Velocity; however, it shows the graph without the hysteresis. The main difference between this graph and Force vs Avg.
  • Page 41 Shock Dyno Force vs Displacement (PVP) Figure 32 Force vs Displacement graph for peak velocity plot tests represents the average change in force for a variable displacement, however, it is a multiple speed test (see section 9.5 Interval), and the graphs from different individual intervals are combined into a single test.
  • Page 42 Shock Dyno Force vs Peak Velocity Figure 33 Force vs Peak Velocity graph is available only for multiple speed (PVP) test types. The horizontal axis indicates the linear speed of the damper, and the vertical axis indicates the resulting force.
  • Page 43 Shock Dyno Force vs Time Figure 34 Force vs Time graph represents the force change in time. The horizontal axis indicates the time, and the vertical axis indicates the change in force. Such a graph can bring value to the user as it shows the change in the force for each different rotation of the Dyno throughout the whole test and can display details otherwise hidden in the Force vs Displacement graph.
  • Page 44 Shock Dyno Temperature vs Time Figure 35 Force vs Temperature graph represents the warmup of the damper. It is not only available for the warmup test but also the interval or PVP test. The horizontal axis indicates the change in time, and the vertical axis indicates the temperature change.

  • Page 45: Numeric Graph Data

    Shock Dyno 9.9. Numeric Graph Data A numeric graph data section is in New Project area and in Open area at the bottom of the screen. It displays the values of Force and Velocity for compression and rebound separately. The forces and velocity list is automatically updated whenever the selected test changes or the user clicks on the “Apply”...
  • Page 46 Shock Dyno If a custom interval type is selected an additional option to modify the custom intervals appear. By clicking the “Modify” button a new Numeric Intervals dialog will appear. Figure 37 After entering a custom velocity value in the text box, a user can click “Add” in order to insert the custom speed into the table.

  • Page 47: Additional Test Options

    Shock Dyno 9.10. Additional Test Options In the New Project and Open project areas, additional test options are available. Those options can be accessed by expanding the “Graph Settings” area at the bottom right side of the screen or by clicking a right-mouse button on the “Recent Tests”...
  • Page 48 Shock Dyno • Auto Resize Graph: if enabled, the application will automatically resize the graph to fit the screen after selecting one or more graphs for comparison. If disabled, the user defined zoom will be kept unchanged. Double-clicking on the graph will resize the graph to fit the screen.

  • Page 49: Open Project

    Shock Dyno 9.11. Open Project An open area that is designed to review and compare already created tests. Figure 39 The main area presents the information of a test in the column on the left side. In addition to the graph viewing and comparing similar features in “New Project”, the open area provides a data...

  • Page 50: Settings

    Shock Dyno 9.12. Settings In the Settings menu, accessible through the main menu, a user can modify the settings related to the general use of the application and custom features related to the graph view. Figure 40 General Settings • Default Data Catalog – change the default location where the application will store tests.
  • Page 51 Project” and “Open” areas. These graphs can be viewed and changed independently, allowing more details to fit the screen. Figure 41 Registration An area for registering the software. Contact LABA7 support for a license. Update An area for updating the firmware in the Shock Dyno. Version: 1.0.23241...

  • Page 52: Printing

    Shock Dyno 9.13. Printing The application allows users to print the test from the New Project or Open areas. The information in the printout matches the graph view in the application, meaning that comparing different tests or if data points are added to the graph, it will be visible in the printout. To access the printing menu, click on the printer icon in the status bar.

  • Page 53: Data Import And Export

    Shock Dyno 9.14. Data Import and Export From an “Open” project area it is possible to export selected test as well as import a test from outside sources. Click on corresponding Import / Export icons to access the menu. Figure 43 Data Import Select a CSV file format that consists of 2 numeric columns separated by a comma.
  • Page 54 Shock Dyno Data Export To export a selected test, click on the export icon. A dialog will appear showing the data that is going to be exported. Click the “Export” button to save the data as a CSV file. Version: 1.0.23241...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Shock Dyno 10. Troubleshooting This section defines the most common issues that can arise when using the Dyno related to communications, data transfer, application, or mechanical issues and what steps to take in order to fix them. 10.1. General Issue...

  • Page 56: Wi-Fi Operation

    Shock Dyno Check for typos, if caps lock is enabled, re-enter credentials. Dyno is connected but status appears to Computer is not connected to the same network as the be offline. Dyno. Reconnect device to the same network or reconfigure the Dyno.

  • Page 57: Usb Operation

    Shock Dyno 10.5. USB Operation Issue Solution Test fails after starting it, lost data packets Windows USB driver is busy and cannot receive all the appear in the graph. data coming from the Dyno. Close all unwanted programs on the computer, check if Windows updates are not running or an Antivirus is not making a scan, and try again.

  • Page 58: Led Light Indicator

    Dyno is connecting to the wireless network. Please wait. Yellow Dyno is ready for the operation. Green Operation in progress. Please wait until the operation completes. ATTENTION: In case the issues persist, contact Laba7 support team for help. Version: 1.0.23241 Page 58/62...

  • Page 59: Speed To Load Table

    Shock Dyno 11. Speed to load table Featherlight Dyno: Featherlight (60hz, 7.2reduction, 2.2kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2635 1143 519 380.8 286 Max speed (mm/sec) 654 982 1309 Featherlight (90hz, 7.2reduction, 2.2kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2357 941 470 314...
  • Page 60 Shock Dyno MID Dyno: MID (60hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 2574 1285 856 Max speed (mm/sec) 1208 1450 1812 MID (90hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW) Stroke (mm) Max load (kg) 1714 858 Max speed (mm/sec) 1358 1811 2175 2717 MID (130hz, 7.8reduction, 3.7kW)

  • Page 61: Warranty Information

    Shock Dyno 12. Warranty Information LABA7 Shock Dyno is covered for 1 year of manufacturer warranty starting from the date of purchase, and it covers any manufacturer-related failures during that period. WHAT IS NOT COVERED ALTERATION, MISUSE, OR ACCIDENT DAMAGE Examples are: •...

  • Page 62: Contact

    13. Contact If you have further questions about the product or need help with the installation, our technical staff will be happy to help you. Contact information can be found on our website www.laba7.com. • UAB LABA7 • Giluzio st. 15...

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