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FOR: PASSENGER CAR & LIGHT TRUCK WHEELS OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Form ZEEWB503D Rev 12/14/20010...
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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...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions. Do not operate equipment with a damaged power cord or if the equipment has been damaged - until it has been examined by a qualified authorized service technician. If an extension cord is used, a cord with a current rating equal to or more than that of the machine should be used.
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”...
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 1.3 VPI System II SPECIFICATIONS 1.4 FEATURES ACCURACY Computerized digital wheel balancer for car, light truck • Weight placement accuracy is ± .7° wheels. • Weight imbalance accuracy to 2 grams. • Self test check with every power up cycle.
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS 1.7 DIMENSIONS OF THE MACHINE Figure 5 - Recommended Work Area 1.9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! CAREFULLY REMOVE THE BALANCER FROM THE PALLET. Remove the hardware that secures the machine to Figure 4 - Actual Footprint Dimensions.
B. Install the accessory pins (Figure 7). Tighten firmly. 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. Figure 7 Check on the plate of the machine that the electrical specifications of the power source are the same as the C.
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 3.0 TERMINOLOGY Figure 9 Before using the wheel balancer it is suggested that you become familiar with the terminology and features of the machine’s components. Refer to Figures 9 and 10 for identification and location.
1 and 2 of this manual. There are many types of wheels and John Bean sup- plies adaptors of good quality and durability for the large majority. However if you meet special wheels which may...
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 4.3 MODE SELECTION Figure 12 The majority of balancing takes place in the default 2- plane dynamic mode which is displayed as "2 PL" (location 1). Hammer-on clip weights will be placed on both inside and outside of the rim edge.
C. ALUMINUM MODES. Balancing using a combina- 4.4 SELECTING OPERATOR PREFERENCES tion of hammer-on and adhesive weights as shown in Figures 17 thru 21. 4.4.1 FINE BALANCING MODE This balancer measures with the maximum precision available all the time, 1g / 0.05 oz, however values below 5g / 0.25 oz are shown as zero while in the normal oper- ating mode.
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John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual NOTE: It must be very clear that the feature works assuming that some residual imbalance can be left on the wheel. The tire shop will save weight, but wheels will be balanced with a lower degree of accuracy.
4.5 ENTER RIM PARAMETERS 4.5.3 Rim Diameter Entry - Select the Manual Diameter button (#11 page 9). Read the rim diam- eter marked on the sidewall of the tire (Figure 24). 4.5.1 Rim Distance (offset) - Move the rim offset Press the Diameter Button and enter the measured arm to the edge of the rim, touch the pointer to the rim diameter by rotating the shaft until the desired...
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual NOTE: Do not use the foot operated shaft lock as a brake, it is intended to be used only to prevent shaft rotation while placing corrective weights. B. Read the imbalance value on the outer display. Val-...
5.0 TIRE MATCHING PROGRAM - F90 Tire matching assists the user in determining the best possible mating of the tire and rim. The mating of tire and wheel normally allows the least amount of additional weight required for balancing and total runout. The matching program is helpful when: •...
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John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual NOTE: THE "F" BUTTON CAN BE PRESSED AS OF- TEN AS NECESSARY, WITH EVERY PRESS THE MACHINE UPDATES THE MEMORY OF THE VALVE POSITION. 5. The machine displays "ACH SPN 2 ". Lower the wheel guard to spin the wheel, when the shaft reaches the balancing speed, machine displays "--- ACH ---"...
If the Cancel/Stop Button is pressed now, machine dis- If the Cancel/Stop Button is pressed within one and half plays "Qit Qit Qit" for one and half second to remind second, machine will display "Qit Qit Qit" for one and operator whether he/she wants to quit optimization or half seconds indicating cancelation of optimization re- not.
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 7.0 ALU-S 2-PLANE MODE This is a mode similar to ALU mode 2 and 3. The differ- ence is that the distance and width parameters are ac- curately defined for a more exacting weight placement, therefore improving the likelihood of a single spin bal- ance.
8.0 SPOKE BALANCING MODE A standard dynamic balance places compensation weight in two planes, inner and outer, at the top dead center 180 degrees of each plane of calculated imbalance. Sometimes the outside weight placement may be unsightly on a cus- tom wheel.
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 9.0 SPLIT WEIGHTS - F92 The “Split Weight” function is used to split one large weight to two smaller weights with 60% of original weight and 33.6° away each direction from the original position.
10.0 USER CALIBRATION The VPI System II Balancer features a calibration verifi- cation program which requires only a few minutes to complete. Perform this procedure to verify calibration when the balancer has been moved, disturbed, or when- ever accuracy is questioned. If the calibration process fails a service technian shouild be dispatched to perform a complete calibration.
John Bean VPI System II Operators Manual 11.0 SAPE GAUGE CALIBRATION - F80 To calibrate the SAPE gauge. 1. Make sure the SAPE arm is in the home position as shown in Figure 41. NOTE: WEIGHT TRAY MUST BE INSTALLED TO IN- SURE PROPER HOME REFERENCE POSITION.
12.0 EXPLANATION OF PROGRAM CODES 13.0 MAINTENANCE Various functions and features can be programmed to enhance operation. These programs are referred to as “F Codes”. Activate the “F Code” programs by press- BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OR RE- ing and holding the F Button while turning the shaft PAIRS ARE ATTEMPTED THE MACHINE until the desired number is displayed on the right dis- MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE...
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Notice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. John Bean makes no warranty with regard to this material. John Bean shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental consequential damages in connection with furnishings, performance, or use of this material.
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