SuperFlow CycleDyn-AC User manual

Pub. No.: 190618 Rev.: 0
June 2019
Operator Manual
www.PowerTestDyno.com
Original Instructions
CHASSIS DYNAMOMETER

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in ordering necessary parts inclusive of SuperFlow's warranty requirements. Maximum operating e󰀩ciency
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Introduction
Welcome
Thank you purchasing the SuperFlowAC Motoring Chassis Dynamometer Option. This is a quality
product designed and manufactured to give years of dependable service. If you have any questions
or comments, please call the SuperFlow Technologies Customer Service Department in Sussex,
Wisconsin at 1-262-252-4301.
Product Features
Features of the AC Motoring Chassis Dynamometer include:
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About This Manual
This operator manual provides user information regarding basic component functions and
operational procedures. It is your responsibility to become completely familiar with the information in
this manual. Any person instructed to carry out installation, maintenance, or repair of the equipment
must read and understand this manual and in particular the technical safety instructions.
SuperFlow Technologies Group is not responsible for any personal or property damage resulting
from negligent actions by the user of this product.
How to Use This Manual
This manual is provided as a reference to explain the setup and operation of the AC Motoring Chassis
Dynamometer and contains the following information:
• Safety
General safety and operating safety, including warnings regarding non-observance of safety
instructions.
• Overview
Describes features and lists specifications.
• Packaging and Handling
Describes how the unit was packagedand what parts to expect
• Installation
Describes installation and how to prepare for operation.

•Operation
Describes the basic operation principles and procedures.
• Maintenance, Calibration & Troubleshooting
Covers general, daily, and periodical maintenance; calibration; and basic troubleshooting
procedures.
• Parts Lists
Replacement parts list.
• Drawings
Includes general drawings.
Manual Conventions
The following conventions indicate items of interest or concern:
WARNING: Failure to take or avoid a specific action could result in physical harm to the user or
the hardware.
CAUTION: Failure to take or avoid a specified action could result in loss of data or equipment.
IMPORTANT: Essential operating information.
NOTE: Helpful information that may provide insight to the user/operator.
TIP: Additional information that may provide convenient workarounds or solutions.
Cross-references refer the reader to additional information in the chapter, manual, or other sources
(including Web sites).

SuperFlow Acceptance Certificate
Agreement made _________ __, ____ between SuperFlow Technologies Group and
________________________________________________________ (hereinafter called receiver) located
at:
Receiver acknowledges and agrees that SuperFlow has supplied, installed and conducted training to
its satisfaction on the SuperFlow equipment listed below:
If any of the above components were never ordered and therefore never received, then indicate Never
Ordered in place of that component’s serial number.
Remarks: ___________________________________________________________
By: ________________________________________________________________
Contract Components
Component Description Component Serial No.
Date
Company Name
Company Location (address)

• Safety Warnings
–Dangers Due to Non-observance of Safety
Instructions
• Room Requirements
• General Safety Procedures
• Noise Levels
• Carbon Monoxide Warnings
SAFETY

Safety Warnings
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1.1 Safety Warnings
WARNING: To ensure safe operation, this equipment must only be operated according to
the instructions in the SuperFlow Dynamometer Operator’s Manual. It is also essential that
this equipment is installed, maintained, and operated according to local safety
requirements.
Any person instructed to carry out installation, maintenance or repair of the equipment must read
and understand the SuperFlow Operator’s Manual and in particular the technical safety
instructions. Any users of this equipment must operate only the controls of the equipment. Only
qualified personnel should remove exterior panels and service equipment.
1.1.1 Dangers Due to Non-observance of Safety
Instructions
• Hearing damage due to high noise level
• Electrical shock
• Exposure to rotating parts
1.2 Room Requirements
Follow all local construction codes when building a test cell.
• Install a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector in the test cell.
• Provide fire extinguishers that are rated for gasoline and oils.
• Provide adequate lighting in the test cell and at the operators console.
• Provide a switch outside the test cell to turn off the ventilation fans and water pumps.
• Provide a means outside the test cell to shut off the fuel supply.
1.3 General Safety Procedures
CAUTION: Electronic controls contain static-sensitive parts. Observe the following precautions to
prevent damage to these parts.
•Discharge body static before handling the control (with power to the control turned off, contact a
grounded surface and maintain contact while handling the control).
•Avoid all plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam (except antistatic versions) around Printed Circuit Boards
(PCBs).
•Do not touch the components or conductors on a PCB with your hands or with conductive
devices.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to a control system that uses an alternator or battery-charging
device, make sure the charging device is turned off before disconnecting the battery from the
system.

Safety
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Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce risk of injury or
damage to equipment.
• Only authorized personnel trained in the operation of the dynamometer should have access
to the equipment.
• Read and understand all instructions in the operator’s manual.
• Use only the proper electrical sources as prescribed in the installation guide. Ensure circuit
breakers are easily accessible and have the proper rating.
• Observe all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
• Provide fire extinguishers that are rated for electrical and oils.
• Provide adequate lighting in the test cell and at the operators console.
• Always wear proper protective clothing and eye/ear protection.
• Refer all service questions to qualified personnel.
• Do not remove any safety guards while the machine is in operation and be sure the safety
guards are correctly mounted before operating the device.
• Disconnect the external power switch before opening any panel on the device.
• Replace the power cable if it is damaged.
• Keep the air inlet grids free of dust or dirt.
• Keep loose material away from the inlet and exhaust ducts.
• Do not store flammable materials in the vicinity of the equipment.
• Keep all personnel, flammable items, and sensitive objects away from any rotating object
that can throw debris radially outward
1.4 Noise Levels
SuperFlow Technologies Group always recommends ear protection when operating the ________.
Warning Signs of Hazardous Noise1
• You must raise your voice to be heard.
• You cannot hear someone two feet away from you.
• Speech around you sounds muffled or dull after leaving a noise area.
• You have pain or ringing on your ears (tinnitus) after exposure to noise.
Hazardous Noise
Both the amount of noise and the duration of exposure determine the amount of damage to
hearing. Noise levels are measured in decibels (dB). The higher the decibel level, the louder the
noise.
For sound levels of 85 decibels (dB) or above, use hearing protection. Please follow all safety
standards when operating this or any equipment.
1. Information in this section was adapted from “Noise and Hearing Loss,” American Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, 1997–2007, http://www.asha.org/public/hearing/disorders/noise.htm, February 2007.