GLO-1040

(WHEEL BALANCER)

OPERATION
MANUAL

DATE INSTALLED: _________________________

SERIAL # ___________________________
MANUFACTURING DATE: ________________

EAGLE EQUIPMENT 1-800-336-2776

(Rev: BD112009)

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 GLO-1040

WHEEL BALANCER

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 INDEX
1- Introduction ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
Overview--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
Technical data------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
General safety rules----------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
Safety features-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 4
2- Installation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 5
3- Operation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 6
Control panel------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 6
Display --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 6
Keys description ------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 6
4- Mounting the tire ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 7
5- Data input --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 8
6- Balancing a tire ------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 10
7- Calibration routine------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 11
8- Trouble shooting-------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 12
9- Warranty -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Page 13

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 INTRODUCTION

Overview:
When tires are out of balance, it will cause vibration and reduce traction. Tires may wobble; bearings and other rotating
parts can be damaged. Balancing tires can eliminate or lessen such problems. This wheel balancer offers digital data
display; with a maximum capacity of 65kg; a self-calibration program, and manual inputs for distance and rim diameter
values. The computer can do multiple calculations (for aluminum alloy wheels with internal weight placement), allowing
for greater accuracy and adjustment.

TECHNICAL DATA
Max wheel weight: 65KG/143lbs Motor power: 180-250w
Rim diameter: (10”-24”) 265-615mm Power supply: 110v/60Hz/1PH
Rim width: (1.5”-20”) 40-510mm Cycle Time: <10 sec.
Balancing Precision: +/- 1g Balancing speed: 200 rpm
Weight (w/o acc.): 254 lbs. Noise: <70dB
Temperature range: 23F - 122F Dimensions: 46" x 40" x 48"

(Please check the motor plate of your machine before use)

GENERAL SAFETY RULES For Operation

z Carefully read the operation manual before using the machine.
z Keep this manual readily available for further reference.
z Write the serial number (located on back of machine) on the cover of this manual. This is necessary
information for any future issues.
z Avoid disassembling or substituting accessories, as this can affect operation. If repairs are required, please
contact the Eagle Equipment Service Department.
z Do not use compressed air at high pressure when cleaning equipment.
z Keep the display and keyboard clean. Do not use corrosive cleaners.
z Always make sure the tire is secured on the shaft. (Do not use a hammer, or otherwise over tighten the
speed nut.)
z Wear appropriate clothing. Only authorized personnel should be allowed to operate the machinery.
z Keep machine free of unnecessary clutter.
z Do not use the wheel balancer beyond the specified parameters as stated in this manual.

Safety features
z Stop button: This button is only to be used in an emergency.
z Hood: To protect against debris or incorrectly attached wheel weights which might be flung from a spinning
tire. (Optional on model 1040.)
z Safety switch: To prevent operation without lowering the hood. (Optional on model 1040.)

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 INSTALLATION

Assembly & Set-Up

z Inspect unit for any possible shipping damage; and take an inventory of the contents. Verify nothing is damaged
or missing. If there are any questions about operating the machine, please contact your supplier.

Standard accessories:
Wheel-weight pliers 1pc
Caliper 1pc
Cones 4pcs
Quick nut 1pc
Plastic Cup 1 pc
Bushing 1 pc
Optional accessories as below:
Light Truck Cone Set 1set
Motorcycle Adaptor Kit 1 kit
Hood 1 pc

z This wheel balancer should be installed on a firm, level concrete floor or similar surface. Failure to do so can
cause measurement errors.
z There should be 500mm (1.5') clear space around the wheel balancer.
z Secure to the floor via the hole in the unit's base (optional).

Electrical Connection
z Be sure of appropriate electrical connection. Unit should be plugged directly into the wall.
z The plug must have ground protection.

Note: The wheel balancer comes pre-calibrated from the factory.

Do not calibrate the unit before using it.

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 OPERATION
CONTROL PANEL

1. Display: Inner side UNBALANCE POSITION 2. Display: Outer side UNBALANCE POSITION
3. Display: Outer side UNBALANCE VALUE 4. Display: Selected type of correction
5. Display: Inner side UNBALANCE VALUE 6. Distance value input
7. Width value input 8. Diameter value input
9. "Function" 10. "Stop" (in case of emergency only)
11. "Start" (to begin cycle) 12. "Optimization"
13. "Fine" (threshold key) 14. "Aluminum" (correction type selection)
15. "Clear" (special functions)

Note: Push the keys only with your fingers; never use pliers or other pointed object.

KEY FUNCTIONS

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MOUNTING THE TIRE

z Install the main shaft.

Before installing the main shaft, clean with alcohol or gasoline to remove any grease.
Using the Allen-head bolt included with the machine, secure the threaded shaft. Use the hexagonal Allen wrench,
also included.

z Mount the Tire.

Several cones of varying sizes are included with the balancer to accommodate different size wheel-rims. Select
the appropriate cone, and slide onto the main shaft.
There are two (2) methods for mounting the tire. (See illustrations below.) In the first method, install the cone
first, then the tie & wheel, and then the cup and speed nut assembly. This method is more accurate method, and
therefore preferred.
The second method allows an alternative for the occasional situation where the first method may not be
applicable. To use this alternative method, the plastic cup must be removed from the speed nut and replaced with the
plastic bushing. (See illustration below.)

(Preferred Method)

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 (Alternate Method)

DATA INPUT
A. Standard wheel
z Input the 'A' parameter (distance) value for the wheel. Extend and pivot the Distance Gauge Arm to the wheel
rim. (See illustration below.) Read the measurement off the gauge, and input the value by depressing the 'A'
"up" and "down" arrow keys until it displays the desired measurement.
(This function can be used for Normal, ALU1 and ALU2 modes.)

z Input the 'B' parameter (width) value for the wheel. Using the caliper included with the machine,
measure the width of the wheel from inside to outside rims. Read the measurement off the caliper,
and input the value by depressing the 'B' "up" and "down" arrow keys until it displays the desired
measurement.

z Input the 'D' parameter (diameter) value for the wheel. Read the diameter off the tire, and input the
value by depressing the 'D' "up" and "down" arrow keys until it displays the desired measurement.

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B. Aluminum Rims
Select type of aluminum wheel balance by pressing the ALU key. The indicator will light up
displaying your selection. Press key for about 1 second, and release. Press again to scroll through
selections until you find the desired wheel-weight locations.

(Fig. 5)

ALU1 : for balancing light alloy wheel rims by applying adhesive weights to the side of the rim.
ALU2 : for balancing alloy rims by applying hidden external adhesive weights.
ALU3 : for combined balancing: clip-on weight on outer edge and adhesive weight on the inner.

Press a↑,a↓button, to modify the distance number(al)

Press d↑,d↓button, it can modify the diameter number(dl)

Press a↑,a↓button, it can modify the distance number(aE)

Press d↑,d↓button, it can modify the diameter number(dE)

C. Inputting Parameters for static balancing

Press "Function" button to choose ALU-S model.

Press a↑,a↓button, to modify the distance value

Press d↑,d↓button, to modify the diameter value

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BALANCING THE TIRE

1- Remove all wheel-weights from tire.

2- Once tire is properly mounted and parameters have been in-put, press START.
(If optional hood is present, lower hood first.)

3- Tire will spin (cycle) and then stop.

4- Display will show the amount of imbalance.

5- The Outer Weight display will show the amount of weight to be placed on the outside of the rim. Rotate
the tire by hand until all four (4) of the Outer LEDs are lit. Place the appropriate weight on the outside of the
rim at 12:00 (top of wheel rim).

6- The Inner Weight display will show the amount of weight to be placed on the inside of the rim. Rotate the
tire by hand until all four (4) of the Inner LEDs are lit. Place the appropriate weight on the inside of the rim at
12:00 (top of wheel rim).

7- Press START again. (If optional hood is present, lower hood first.)

Display should now read "00" and "00" indicating a balanced tire.

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 Balancing procedure is complete.

WHEEL BALANCER CALIBRATION PROGRAM

Wheel balancer self-calibration program

Note: The wheel balancer comes pre-calibrated from the factory.

You do not need to calibrate the unit before using it.

Only calibrate the balancer if there are problems balancing tires (such as chasing weight, etc.) Be careful to
follow each step precisely, correctly and accurately. A balanced tire is preferable, but not necessary; so long
as there is no physical damage to the rim.

Do not use a tire with a bent or damaged rim.

Do not attempt to calibrate the balancer with a rim only. You must use a complete tire and rim assembly.

1- Turn the unit on. Mount a medium size (14" - 15") tire on the shaft, and enter the three (3) parameters (Distance,
Width and Diameter), as described above. The wheel and tire used for calibration should have minimal runout.

2- Press F+C button. Display will show [CAL][CAL]. Hold the F and C buttons until the indicators stop blinking, then
release the buttons.

3- Press the START button. (Lower hood if present.) The tire will spin. After it stops, the display will read: [Add][100]
or [Add] [3.5]. Attach the 3.5oz. (100g) weight provided with the Wheel-Balancer on the outside of the wheel rim.

4- Press the START button, again. (Lower hood if present.) The tire will spin a final time. After it stops, the display
will read: [End][Cal].
-- Remove 3.5oz. (100g) weight from tire --

5- The self-calibration is complete. Turn the machine off, then on again to ensure the data is stored properly.

(Self-Calibration values are stored in memory and maintained when the machine is turned off, with storage lasting
about 10 years. However Self-Cal may be performed whenever values are in doubt.)

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING

ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY

"ERR 1" Missing Wheel Phase Signal.

a) Faulty position sensor. Repair or replace sensor.
b) Motor stalled . Repair or replace motor.
c) Rotation failure. Determine cause and correct.
d) Lose or broken drive belt. Tighten or replace belt.
"ERR 2" Rotation is Too Slow.
a) Accidental breaking in shaft. Determine cause and correct.
b) Lose drive belt. Tighten or replace belt.
c) No tire & wheel mounted on shaft. Mount tire and wheel.
"ERR 3" Miscalculation.
a) Corrupted calibration data. Re-calibrate the balancer.
b) Excessive imbalance. Tire mounted improperly, or bad tire/rim.
c) Defective Main PCB. Replace the Main PCB.
"ERR 4" Wrong Rotation Direction.
a) Motor improperly connected. Check and correct connections.
"ERR 5" Hood is not closed*.
a) Hood hasn't been lowered. Lower Hood.
b) Faulty switch. Repair or replace switch.
*Can also happen on balancers that do not have the hood option installed: Disconnect wires from switch.
"ERR 6" Nonsensical data.
a) Corrupted calibration data. Re-calibrate the balancer.
b) Defective Main PCB. Replace the Main PCB.
"ERR 7" Calculation Error.
a) Wheel weight not added as directed. Add weight as directed.
b) Faulty sensor connections. Check and correct as required.
"ERR 8" Calibration Error.
a) Calibration data lost or corrupted. Recalibrate balancer with a good wheel & tire.

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 Eagle Global Series Warranty

Eagle Equipment warrants to the original retail purchaser of an Eagle Global Tire Changer or Wheel
Balancer that it will replace without charge any part found under normal use, in the United states or Canada,
to be defective in materials or workmanship, for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Warranty
covers parts only; purchaser is responsible for any and all labor requirements.

Exclusions
This warranty will not apply to any machine:

1. Which has not been operated or maintained according to specifications

2. Which has been abused, misused altered or improperly maintained
3. Which has been improperly installed or assembled

Other limitations
This warranty does not cover:

1. Parts needed for normal maintenance

2. Wear parts, which include but are not limited to, speed-nuts, cones, mount heads, and inserts
3. On-site labor

Eagle Equipment reserves the right to make improvements and/or design changes to its equipment without
any obligation to previously sold, assembled or fabricated equipment.

There is no other express warranty on the Eagle Global Series equipment and this warranty is exclusive of
and in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including all warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose.

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To the fullest extent allowed by law, Eagle Equipment shall not be liable for loss of use, inconvenience, lost
time, commercial loss or other incidental or consequential damages

Some States do not allow exclusion or limitation of consequential damages or how long an implied warranty
lasts, so that the above limitations and exclusions may not apply. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may have other rights, which may vary from State to State.

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