John Bean VPI SYSTEM II User manual

FOR:
PASSENGER CAR & LIGHT TRUCK WHEELS
OPERATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Form ZEEWB503D
Rev12/14/20010
VPI SYSTEM II COMPUTER WHEEL BALANCER

For your safety, read this manual thoroughly
before operating the JBC VPI System II Wheel Balancer
The JBC Model VPI System II Wheel Balancer is intended for use by properly trained
automotive technicians. The safety messages presented in this section and through-
out the manual are reminders to the operator to exercise extreme caution when servic-
ing tires with these products.
There are many variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for balancing
tires,as well asthe skill ofthe individual doingthe work. Because ofthe vast numberof
wheel and tire applications and potential uses of the product, the manufacturer cannot
possibly anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every situation. It is
the automotive technician's responsibility to be knowledgeable of the wheels and tires
being serviced. It is essential to use proper service methods in an appropriate and
acceptable manner that does not endanger your safety, the safety of others in the work
area or the equipment or vehicle being serviced.
It is assumed that, prior to using the Model VPI System II Wheel Balancer, the operator
has a thorough understanding of the wheels and tires being serviced. In addition, it is
assumedhe has athoroughknowledge of theoperation and safety featuresof the rack,
lift, or floor jack being utilized, and has the proper hand and power tools necessary to
service the vehicle in a safe manner.
Before using the Model VPI System II Wheel Balancer, always refer to and follow the
safety messages and service procedures provided by the manufacturers of the equip-
ment being used and the vehicle being serviced.
IMPORTANT !! SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -- DO NOT DISCARD !!
SAFETY INFORMATION

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Donotoperateequipmentwithadamagedpowercordoriftheequipmenthasbeen
damaged - until it has been examined by a qualified authorized service technician.
3. If an extension cord is used, a cord with a current rating equal to or more than that
of the machine should be used. Cords rated for less current than the equipment
mayoverheat. Careshouldbetakentoarrangethecordsothatitwillnotbetripped
over or pulled.
4. Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use. Never use the
cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect.
5. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open
containers of flammable liquids (gasoline).
6. Keephair,loosefittingclothing,fingersandallpartsofthebodyawayfrommoving
parts.
7. Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal
combustion engines.
8. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use on wet surfaces or expose to rain.
9. Do not hammer on or hit any part of the control panel with weight pliers.
10. Do not allow unauthorized personnel to operate the equipment.
11. Do not disable the hood safety interlock system or bypass the intended operation.
12. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
13. Always securely tighten the wing nut before spinning the shaft.
14. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
15. Balancer is for indoor use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Safety Instructions Page 2
1.0 Introduction Page 4
1.1 Safety Notice Page 4
1.2 Balancer Application Page 4
1.3 Specifications Page 5
1.4 Balancer Features Page 5
1.5 Standard Accessories Page 6
1.6 Optional Accessories Page 6
1.7 Dimensions Of The Machine Page 7
1.8 Installation Area Page 7
1.9 Installation Instructions Page 7
2.0 Shaft Adapter Installation Page 7
2.1 Wheel Guard Installation Page 8
2.2 Electrical Installation Page 8
3.0 Terminology Page 9
4.0 Balancer Operation Page 10
4.1 Inspection Check list Page 10
4.2 Wheel Mounting Page 10
4.2.1 Mounting of Standard Wheels Page 10
4.2.2 Mounting of Light Truck Wheels Page 11
4.3 Mode Selection Page 11
4.3.1 Weight Placement Modes Page 11
4.4 Selecting Operator Preferences Page 12
4.4.1 FineBalance Mode Page 12
4.4.2 Ounce /Grams Conversion Page 12
4.4.3 Inch/MillimeterConversion Page 12
4.4.4 Selection of OperatorA/B Page 12
4.4.5 Optional Weight Miser Operation Page 12
4.5 Entering Rim Parameters Page 14
4.5.1 Distance and Diameter Entry Page 14
4.5.2 Rim Width Entry Page 14
4.5.3 Manual Parameter Entry Page 14
4.6 Correcting the Imbalance Page 15
4.7 Verifying Results Page 15
4.8 Vibration Problems Page 15
4.9 Weight Call-Back Program Page 15
5.0 Matching Program Page 16
6.0 Optimization Program Page 18
7.0 Alu-S Program Page 19
8.0 SpokeMode Page 20
9.0 Split Weight Mode Page 21
10.0 User Shaft Calibration Page 22
11.0 Distance/Diameter Gauge Calibration Page 23
12.0 Explanation of "F" Codes Page 24
13.0 Maintenance Page 24
14.0 TroubleShooting Page 24

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the VPI System II computer wheel balancer. This wheel balancer is
designed for ease of operation, accuracy, reliability and speed. With a minimum of maintenance and
care your wheel balancer will provide many years of trouble-free operation.
Instructions on use, maintenance and operational requirements of the machine are covered in this
manual.
STORE THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE.
1.1 SAFETY NOTICE
This manual is a part of the balancer product.
Read carefully all warnings and instructions of this manual since they provide important information
concerning safety and maintenance.
1.2 BALANCER APPLICATION
The John Bean wheel balancer model VPI System II is intended to be used as a device to balance car,
and light truck wheels within the following range:
Maximum wheel diameter : 44” (1117mm)
Maximumwheelwidth : 20” (508mm)
Maximum wheel weight : 120lbs (54 kg)
This device is to be only used in the application for which it is specifically designed.
Any other use shall be considered as improper and thus not reasonable.
The manufacturer shall not be considered liable for possible damages caused by improper, wrong or
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1.3 VPI System II SPECIFICATIONS
Computerized digital wheel balancer for car, light truck
wheels.
Weight Imbalance Accuracy .1 oz / 2 grams
Weight Placement Resolution ± .7 degrees
Weight Imbalance Resolution:
Roundoff Mode .25 oz / 5 grams
Non-Roundoff Mode .05 oz / 1 gram
Max. Shaft Weight Capacity 120 lbs / 54 kg
Max.TireDiameter 44" / 1117 mm
Rim Width Capacity 3.0"-20" / 76 mm - 508 mm
Rim DiameterCapacity 8"-30" / 152 mm-762 mm
BalancingCycle Time. 7 seconds or less
ShaftSpeed atcalculation <100 RPM
Electrical 230vac,1ph, 50-60Hz, 3A
RequiredWorkArea 62” x 67” (1574 x1702 mm)
Shipping Weight, complete 325 lbs/147kg
ShippingDimensions 52.75”h 41.5”w 37”d
Machine Dimensions 54”h 51”w 48.5”d
Actual Weight with Accessories 309 lbs / 140 kg
OperatingTemperature Range 32-122F/0-50C
1.4 FEATURES
ACCURACY
• Weight placement accuracy is ± .7°
• Weight imbalance accuracy to 2 grams.
• Self test check with every power up cycle.
• Fast operator calibration.
• Pre-programmed Error Codes indicate procedural
errors or safety concerns.
SPEED and DURABILITY
• Automaticdistance anddiameterentry.Simply touch
the SAPE arm to the wheel, the distance and diam
eterparameters areautomatically entered.
• Quickclamp speednutreduceswheelmounting time.
• Capturedback springeliminates havingto handlethe
backing spring.
• Quick cycle time.
• Automatic recalculation if weight positions are
changed. No need for re-spinning the wheel.
• Common 40 mm diameter mounting shaft.
• Weight pocket storage tray.
• Easy-to-Read Data display.
• Easy weight tray access.
SOFTWARE VERSATILITY
• Both dual weight Dynamic and single weight Static
capability.
• Tone-at-Top™ features simplifies weight imbalance
location
• MatchBalance programfor reducingweight required.
• Built-in spin counter for monitoring balancer
productivity.
• Service code access to all Balancer electronic func-
tions for fast, easy diagnosis.
• Operator selectable roundoff mode.
• 5 Aluminum Modes
• Alu-S mode
• Hidden Weight (Spoke) mode
• Split Weight mode
• OptionalWeightMiser™Featurereducesplacedweight
andsaves shopinventory expense.
• Ounce/ Gram togglefrom frontpanel
• Multiple operator feature allows several operators to
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1.5 STANDARD ACCESSORIES
1 EAC0058D15A SoftProtector ring
2 EAC0058D07A Cup- Pressure
3 EAC0058D08A Disk - Pressure
4 EAA0263G66A Quick Nut
5 EAM0021D90A Standard 40mmStub Shaft
6 EAM0005D40A Weight-Calibration
7 EAC0060G02A Flange- Cover, Hook
8 EAM0006G01A Pin - Accessory
9 EAA0247G21A Caliper - Rim Width
10 EAM0005D34A FasteningRod
Figure 2
Figure 3
1.6 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
4 PC Cone Kit, p/n EAK0221J60A, contains:
A EAM0003J08A Cone, 85-132mm / 3.3”-5.2”
B EAM0003J07A Cone, 71-99mm/ 2.8”-3.9”
C EAM0003J06A Cone, 56-84mm/ 2.2”-3.3”
D EAM0003J05A Cone, 43-63 mm / 1.7” - 2.5”
7PC Cone Kit, p/n EAK0221J31A, contains:
A EAM0003J64 Cone 1.70"T02.23"
B EAM0003J65 Cone 2.03"T03.17"
C EAM0003J66 Cone 2.38"T03.51"
D EAM0003J67 Cone 2.74"T03.87"
E EAM0003J68 Cone 3.08"T04.21"
F EAM0003J69 Cone 3.42"T05.40"
G EAM0003J70 Cone 4.21"T06.30"
Weight Pliers - 58839
NOTSHOWN:
Unilugadapter kit -pn 110614
Truck cone kit - pn 110612
Motorcycle adaptor kit - pn - EAA0260D80A
Figure 1

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PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
1.7 DIMENSIONS OF THE MACHINE
Figure 4 - Actual Footprint Dimensions.
1.8 REQUIRED INSTALLATION AREA
Makesure thatfromthe operatingposition theusercan
seeall of themachine and thesurrounding area.
Theoperatorshouldpreventnonauthorizedpersonsand/
or objects from entering the area which may create po-
tentialhazards.
Themachine should beinstalledon astablelevel floor.
Do not install the machine on a uneven floor.
If the balancer is to be installed on a raised floor, the
floor must have a capacity of at least 110lbs per sq ft.
(5000 N/m² - 500 kg/m²).
It is not required to secure the machine to the floor.
Installthe machine ina dry, covered area.
Theinstallation of themachinerequires aworkingarea
of at least 62” x 67” (1574 x 1702 mm) (Figure 5).
1.9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION! CAREFULLY REMOVE THE BALANCER
FROM THE PALLET.
Remove the hardware that secures the machine to
thepallet andslidethebalanceronto thefloor where
it is to be installed.
THE UNIT IS HEAVY AND THE WEIGHT IS NOT
EVENLYDISTRIBUTED.
DO NOT LIFT THE BALANCER BY THE SHAFT.
DROPPING THE UNIT MAY CAUSE PERSONAL IN-
JURYOREQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
2.0 BALANCER INSTALLATION
Mounting the Shaft Adapter
IMPORTANT!
CHECK THAT THE SURFACES ARE PERFECTLY
CLEAN AND NOT DAMAGED. AN INCORRECT
MOUNTING MAY RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT IMBAL-
ANCE.
A. Mount the threaded shaft onto the arbor of the bal-
ancer.Tightenfirmly using suppliedrod. (Figure6).
Figure 6
Figure 5 - Recommended Work Area

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B. Install the accessory pins (Figure 7).Tighten firmly.
Figure 7
C. Place cones and other accessories onto the acces-
sory pins.
2.1 HOOD GUARD INSTALLATION
The safety hood guard is standard equipment and
must be installed prior to use.
Refer to Figure 8 for hood guard installation.
PartsRequired:
(1) Hood Guard Assembly
(1) 3/8” - 16 x 2” HHCS
(1) 3/8” x 16 Keps
Position the hood guard in the raised (up) position.
Slide the hood guard support tube over the frame pivot
shaftprotruding fromtheright sideof thebalancer cabi-
net.
Line up the mounting holes in both the pivot shaft and
theguardsupporttube.Secure theguardwith 3/8”hard-
ware.
Figure 8
2.2 ELECTRIC INSTALLATION
ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING MUST BE PER-
FORMED BY LICENSED PERSONNEL.
ALL SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY AN
AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
Check on the plate of the machine that the electrical
specifications of the power source are the same as the
machine. The machine uses 230VAC, 50-60Hz, 1Ph,
3.0 Ampere.
NOTE:
Any electrical outlet installation must be verified
by a licensed electrician before connecting the bal-
ancer.
NOTE:
This machine performs a self-test routine on start-
up. There will be a delay of several seconds be-
fore the display is activated.