QubicaAMF TMS Tenpin String Pinspotter User manual

400-051-010-01 Rev. C
July 2017
TMS Tenpin
String Pinspotter
Owner’s Manual
Original Instructions Written in English
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Document #400-051-010-01 Rev. C
Issued: 7/6/2017

TMS String Pinspotter
Owner’s Manual, 400-051-010-01 Rev. C
Summary of Changes
Change No.
ECR No.
Rev. A
16-0293
Rev. B
17-0049
Rev. C
17-0193
List of Effective Pages
Page
Change No.
Effective Date
All
Revision A
10/11/2016
Sections 1, 2, & 5
Revision B
2/15/2017
All
Revision C
7/6/2017

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH COUNCIL DIRECTIVES
We hereby declare that the machinery described below complies with the essential machine health and safety
requirements of Council Directives 2006/42/EC and the electromagnetic compatibility requirements of Council
Directives 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States.
Conforming Machinery:
TMS String Pinspotter
Type/Function:
Bowling machine / String Pinspotter
Model Number:
612-051-102, 612-051-102BT, 612-051-001
Serial Number(s):
Manufacturer:
QubicaAMF Worldwide, LLC
8100 AMF Drive
Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111 USA
Authorized Representative:
Roberto Vaioli
QubicaAMF Europe S.p.A
Via della Croce Coperta 15
40128 Bologna, Italy
Conforms with Harmonized
Standards:
EN ISO 12100:2010, EN ISO 12100-1:2003+A1:2009, EN ISO 12100-
2:2003+A1:2009, EN ISO 13857: 2008, EN ISO 13850: 2015, EN
60204-1: 2016, EN 60335-1:2002, EN 60335-2-82:2003, EN ISO
14121-1:2007, EN ISO 14122-1:2016, EN ISO 13849-1:2015, EN
61000-6-4: 2007+A1:2011, EN61000-6-2: 2016, EN61326:1997
+A1:1998 +A2:2001 +A3:2003, EN55014-1:2000 +A1:2001 +A2:2002,
EN61326:1997 +A1:1998 +A2:2001 +A3:2003, EN55014-2:1997
+A1:2001
Date of Issue:
17 July, 2017
Place of Issue:
Via della Croce Coperta 15
40128 Bologna, Italy
Signed:
Signatory:
Roberto Vaioli
Technical Director
Document Number: 088-001-719 Rev. B
Original Document Written in English

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Table of Contents

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Section 1 –TMS Tenpin Pinspotting System Fundamentals
Section Overview............................................................................................. 1-3
Safety................................................................................................................ 1-4
Major Components and Assemblies................................................................. 1-7
Pinspotter.................................................................................................... 1-7
How It Works....................................................................................... 1-9
Machine Modes.................................................................................... 1-9
More Details......................................................................................... 1-10
TMS Control Chassis................................................................................. 1-10
The Display.......................................................................................... 1-11
E-Stop................................................................................................... 1-13
The Keypad .......................................................................................... 1-14
Passwords............................................................................................. 1-15
Menu Items........................................................................................... 1-16
Settings Menu................................................................................. 1-16
Functions Menu.............................................................................. 1-17
Counters ......................................................................................... 1-17
Diagnostics..................................................................................... 1-18
Text Menu................................................................................ 1-18
Graphics ................................................................................... 1-19
Output Control ......................................................................... 1-19
Drawbar Motor Controller ......................................................................... 1-20
Drawbar Motor........................................................................................... 1-20
Drawbar...................................................................................................... 1-20
Strings ........................................................................................................ 1-21
Pin Stabilizers ............................................................................................ 1-21
Pin Detectors and Pin Detector Circuit Board Assembly .......................... 1-21
Pin Brakes .................................................................................................. 1-22
Shield ......................................................................................................... 1-22
Pit Lights.................................................................................................... 1-23
Ball Detector .............................................................................................. 1-23
The Pit........................................................................................................ 1-23
Ball Accelerator ......................................................................................... 1-23
Powering Up the Machine................................................................................ 1-24
Pinspotter Cycles.............................................................................................. 1-24
Partial Set................................................................................................... 1-24
Full Set....................................................................................................... 1-24
First Ball..................................................................................................... 1-25
Second Ball ................................................................................................ 1-25
Smart Cycle ON......................................................................................... 1-25
Strike.......................................................................................................... 1-25
Tenth Frame............................................................................................... 1-25
String Untangle Routine............................................................................. 1-25

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Section 2 –Setting Up & Adjusting the TMS Pinspotter
Section Overview....................................................................................................2-3
Initial Setup.............................................................................................................2-4
Adjustments............................................................................................................2-4
TMS Control Chassis Settings................................................................................2-5
Pin Data Delay..................................................................................................2-5
Pin Detector Count ...........................................................................................2-6
Continuous Cycle..............................................................................................2-7
Placing the Machine into a Continuous Cycle............................................2-7
Placing a Machine into a Random Pins Cycle............................................2-7
Exiting a Continuous Cycle........................................................................2-7
Exiting a Random Pins Cycle.....................................................................2-7
Returning the Machine to Service ..............................................................2-7
Calibrate Drive..................................................................................................2-8
Adjustment Procedures...........................................................................................2-9
Ball Detector Alignment...................................................................................2-9
Adjustment Buttons..........................................................................................2-10
String Adjustment.............................................................................................2-10
Pin Brake Adjustment.......................................................................................2-13
Adjusting Drawbar Chain Tension...................................................................2-15
Repairing Strings and Bushings........................................................................2-16
Adjusting the Ball Accelerator V-Belt Tension................................................2-17
Adjusting the Ball Accelerator Flat Belt Tension.............................................2-18
Maintenance............................................................................................................2-19

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Section 3 –Troubleshooting
Section Overview................................................................................................... 3-3
Read This First....................................................................................................... 3-4
Hint on Cabling Problems...................................................................................... 3-4
Untangling Pin Strings........................................................................................... 3-5
The Pinspotter Doesn’t React to a Ball Rolled Down the Lane............................. 3-5
The Pinspotter Cycles When It Shouldn’t.............................................................. 3-5
The Machine Stopped in the Middle of a Pin Deck Calibration............................ 3-5
The Drawbar Continually Moves Back and Forth................................................. 3-6
The Drawbar Doesn’t Go All the Way Back to the HOME Position .................... 3-6
One or More Fallen Pins Are Respotted When They Shouldn’t Be...................... 3-6
One or More Pins Remain UP When They Should Be Spotted............................. 3-6
Machine Cycles Up and Down .............................................................................. 3-6
Pressing the Pushbuttons on the Control Keypad Has No Effect .......................... 3-6
Control Chassis Error Messages ............................................................................ 3-7
Using Diagnostics and the Pin Detector Circuit Board as Troubleshooting Aids. 3-9
Section 4 –Chassis Software Logic Tree & System Wiring Diagram
Section Overview................................................................................................... 4-3
Chassis Software Logic Tree
TMS Tenpin System Wiring Diagram

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Section 5 –Drawings and Parts Lists...................................................................5-1
Safety Covers..........................................................................................................5-3
Tenpin Bowling Pin................................................................................................5-5
Miscellaneous Components....................................................................................5-6
Pit Light Mounting Bracket Assembly.............................................................5-8
TMS LED Pit Light Kit....................................................................................5-10
Tenpin Conduit Kit...........................................................................................5-11
Cable Extension Bundle ...................................................................................5-12
Rear Chassis Conduit........................................................................................5-13
Single Conduit Kit............................................................................................5-14
Chassis Mount Assembly .................................................................................5-15
Rear Chassis Mount Assembly.........................................................................5-16
Main Components...................................................................................................5-18
Frame Assembly...............................................................................................5-20
Drawbar Guide Assembly.................................................................................5-21
Drawbar Assembly ...........................................................................................5-22
Chain Tensioner Assembly...............................................................................5-23
Rear Shaft Assembly ........................................................................................5-24
Motor, Reduction Gear, and Encoder Assembly..............................................5-25
Reel Arm Assembly..........................................................................................5-26
Pin Brake Array................................................................................................5-27
Pin Brake Assembly .........................................................................................5-28
Pin Detector Assembly.....................................................................................5-29
Upper and Lower Tables with Stabilizers ........................................................5-30
Pulley Assembly...............................................................................................5-32
Electronic Components...........................................................................................5-33
Ball Detector Assembly....................................................................................5-34
External E-Stop Assembly................................................................................5-35
TMS Controller Components ...........................................................................5-36
Ball Accelerator......................................................................................................5-38
Pit Assembly...........................................................................................................5-40
Drop Curtain Assembly..........................................................................................5-43
Cushion Assembly..................................................................................................5-44
Double Kickback Assembly...................................................................................5-46
Ball Return Kickback Pit Section...........................................................................5-48
Single Kickback......................................................................................................5-50
Guarding Components............................................................................................5-53
Rear Handrail Kit..............................................................................................5-54
Ladder Kit.........................................................................................................5-55
Accelerator Guard Kit.......................................................................................5-56
Odd Toe Guard Kit...........................................................................................5-57
Even Toe Guard Kit..........................................................................................5-58
Odd Pit Guard Assembly..................................................................................5-59
Even Pit Guard Assembly.................................................................................5-60
Double Division Platform Assembly................................................................5-61
Single Division Platform Assembly .................................................................5-62
Step, Brake Guards, and Front Handrail...........................................................5-63

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SECTION 1
TMS PINSPOTTING
SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS

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1.0 TMS Tenpin System Fundamentals
Section Overview
This Section provides an overview of your TMS 10-Pin Pinspotting Machine. This
section provides a description of the pinspotter’s major components and describes how
the machine operates. Details on how to make machine adjustments, periodic
maintenance, and troubleshooting are provided in other sections of this manual. This
manual will be made available in local languages of the European Community upon
request.
The electronic unit controlling the pinspotting machine and accessed by the user may be
interchangeably called the “chassis,” “controller,” or “chassis controller.” An electronic
unit inside the pinspotter may be interchangeably called the “pin detector,” “pin detector
board,” or “pin detector box.”

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Safety
The TMS Tenpin String Pinspotter has been designed to be a reliable and safe machine. As with
any piece of equipment that utilizes motors, gears, chains, and other moving parts, there are a
few general safety precautions that must be followed to ensure that those who use, operate, or
maintain this machine are provided with the safest environment possible. Failure to follow these
safety precautions can result in severe personal injury. The “Declaration of Incorporation” and
“Declaration of Conformity” provided by QubicaAMF (required by the European Union) is
fulfilled only if the following safety requirements are met and incorporated along with the
machinery supplied.
Read, understand, and follow all of the precautions and procedures outlined in this
manual.
This machine contains high voltage. The controller circuit board and pin
detector circuit board contain no user serviceable parts. Do not open any
electrical panel or attempt to work on any electrical equipment or cable while
electrical power is supplied to the machine. Opening panels that have tamper
indicators will void the warranty.
Never operate the pinspotter with any guard or panel removed unless specifically
required for the maintenance or adjustment being performed. Never place the
machine into service with any guard or panel removed or disabled.
This machine contains pinching hazards such as gears, chains, pulleys, springs,
strings, and other moving parts. Keep hands and fingers away from these areas.
This machine can start suddenly and automatically. De-energize the machine
before servicing unless power is specifically required for the adjustment or
service being performed. See LOTO procedure instructions.
Bowling balls and scattering pins can cause severe injury. Do not stand in front
of the machine or in the pit area behind the machine, or place hands, arms, or
head in the area behind the machine above the pit without first assuring that no
one is positioned to bowl. See Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO_) and pin-hook
instructions.
The end user or operator of the machine must employ a barricade to bowlers or
physically prevent the possibility of bowling during any maintenance operation.
Allow only authorized personnel to access any of the machine’s components.
Never install or operate this equipment in the vicinity of a water jet. This
machine is designed for indoor use only.
Do not wear long hair, neckties, necklaces, or loose clothing or jewelry around
rotating machinery, pulleys, or gears.
!

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The wires of the power supply cord must be at least 14 AWG (2.5 mm2) in cross
section.
Lockout/tagout procedure is to be implemented in the facility. Shutoff and
lockout/tagout (LOTO) machine before entering the machine or doing anything
on the ball return. A lock-out device should be placed over the power connector
to prevent power from being applied to the machine during maintenance or repair.
For an individual machine, noise amplitude in the area behind or in front of the
machine will exceed 80dBA and reach 110dBA for short periods during the
impact of bowling. With multiple adjacent machines in operation, significant
noise amplitude will superimpose and become more persistent. Hearing
protection must be used while working near the pinspotter area in the back.
When conducting repair or maintenance in the pit area, use of extra lighting is
essential.
The end user of the machine must provide sufficient ambient lighting for the
general area of the machine.
The end user or operator must ensure that there is no access to the machines from
the front or sides after the guards provided are installed. Do not allow bowling to
occur on a lane with a machine that is being serviced. Place a physical barrier at
the approach or otherwise ensure that no ball is thrown if an operator must access
the pit area. Do not allow movement at the front of the pinspotter between a
machine under service and a machine with active play.
All guards provided are installed by certified QubicaAMF personnel, tested and
checked for function.
Safety goggles and steel-toed shoes are recommended whenever any work is
being performed on a pinspotter.
Use caution moving between levels to service the machine. Always use approved
steps and railings. Do not enter unprotected areas. This symbol indicates a fall
hazard.
Indicates a tripping hazard. Use caution around known, marked obstructions.
Do not stand on areas where this decal is shown.
Use pin-hook for all activity inside the pit. Use pin-hook to retrieve pins, perform
detangle, or move ball from position outside the pit.

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The TMS pinspotter by QubicaAMF has many built-in features that provide safe and secure
operation. Warning labels are designed to warn against risks that remain beyond the normal
operating machine limits. Heed all warnings and do not defeat the safety features that come with
your pinspotters.
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure:
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure is to be implemented in the facility. Refer to the separate
LOTO procedure document (400-051-026) inside the LOTO kit (610-088-160) for detailed
instruction. Shutoff and lockout/tagout (LOTO) the machine before entering for service. LOTO
should be initiated anytime an operator or technician moves to place his/her body inside the
operating limits of the machine.