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Simagic Alpha Mini Direct Drive Wheelbase Magnet Positional Sensor Replacement

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  1. Simagic Alpha Mini Direct Drive Wheelbase Magnet Positional Sensor Replacement, Magnet positional sensor: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Ensure the power connector is switched OFF before plugging in or unplugging the wheelbase. Leaving it on while plugging or unplugging the power connector could damage your device.

    • Turn the power off.

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    • Disconnect all cables from the wheelbase.

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    • Use a 2.5 mm Hex Key to remove the two 10 mm screws that connect the wheelbase to the mounting plate.

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    • Lay the wheelbase right side up, ensuring the "Simagic" logo is on top.

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    • Rotate the wheelbase 180 degrees so the bolts on the back of the device are facing you.

    • Use a 2.5mm M3 Hex Key to remove four 4 mm screws.

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    • Open the electronics cover.

    • As you open the electronics cover, be careful not to unplug or tear the wires connecting the cover to the wheelbase.

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    • Use a 1.5mm M1 Hex Key two remove two 5 mm screws from the back magnet.

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    • Turn the wheel shaft until the Wi-Fi symbol is facing up.

    • The wheelbase was rotated 180 degrees in this picture. However, if your workspace allows it, leave the device with the back facing you, like in the previous step.

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    • Ensure the Wi-Fi symbol located on the front of the wheelbase is facing straight up prior to turning the magnet.

    • Turn the magnet clockwise until one of the screw holes is facing up and the other screw hole is facing right to realign the positional sensor (magnet).

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    • Use a 1.5 mm M1 Hex Key to tighten two 5 mm screws and secure the sensor into position.

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    • To check if you have aligned the sensor correctly, launch the Alpha Manager application. On the screen that follows, ensure the wheel is 0.0.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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