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Harmony Ball Return with Optional Lower Rack Installation, Operation, Service, & Parts Manual – 400-254-022 Rev. B Summary of Changes Change No. ECR No. Rev. A 15-0012-191 Rev. B 16-0012-200 List of Effective Pages Page Change No. Effective Date Rev. A 9/23/2015 Rev.
1.0 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual contains information needed to properly install, operate, and maintain the Harmony Ball Return. If any terms, concepts, or operations contained in this manual are not clear to you, consult an experienced professional or QubicaAMF Technical Support.
Lower Ball Rack Hardware Kit Installation Tools The following is a list of tools needed for the installation of the Harmony Ball Return. Other tools may be required depending on whether you are installing the unit on a wood or synthetic approach.
This varies slightly depending on the country of installation: 4.1 U.S.A. For installations in the U.S.A., each Harmony ball lift will need to be installed with a local AC power disconnect (>10A, non-fused). The disconnect should be installed under the approach below the ball rack access cover area.
An entanglement hazard Eye protection is required. associated with belts and pulleys exists. Machine may start or cycle automatically without Tripping hazard exists. warning. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
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A heavy object. Extra care symbol. It indicates an should be taken when area where extreme heat lifting or moving. is possible. An entanglement hazard A lift point. exists. A pinching hazard. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
It is encased in a cardboard box. The Harmony lift weighs 180 lbs (82 kg) and should always be moved by two or more people. It is recommended that once the ball lift is removed from the delivery truck, that it be placed on a hand-truck and wheeled to its location on the approach.
* Use caution when cutting through the approach surface as not to cut into the underlayment support for the trap doors. Figure 1, Approach Opening Layout – Top View Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
NSTALLATION 6.2 HARMONY BALL LIFT INSTALLATION See Figure 2 as a typical installation of a Harmony ball return on a 16’ [4877mm] approach with the rack flush with the end of the approach. Note the differences in the possible bezel supports used.
Use the specific shims provided as shown in Figure 4. Figure 3, Ball Lift Mounting Requirements Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
If the location of the ball lift is shifted, it may be necessary to cut and splice the underlane ball return track to accomplish the installation. The ball track should be cut to the appropriate length before installing the lift. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Install the hood retaining bracket on the two studs of the front floor bracket followed by two washers (948-753-102) and two nuts (838-549-002). Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
A pinch hazard exists between the hood and bezel! Ensure that the two items fit snugly together and do not allow room for fingertips to be pinched! Figure 9, Hood to Base Connection Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
4. Route the blower cable on the even-lane side of the ball lift and secure cable ties as required to keep it out of the path of the ball or any moving parts. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
NSTALLATION Installing the Hood Switch Figure 12, Hood Switch Installation Position both plunger switches (759-510-030) inside the hood latch bracket weldment. They will click into place. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Route wires on the even-lane side of the ball lift and secure the cable ties as required to keep the wires out of the path of the ball or any moving parts. Figure 14, Control Box Installation Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
6. Loosen the screws holding the tie brackets and install two (2) additional screws through the tie brackets and into the rack connector bars. Leave all four (4) screws slightly snug for adjustment. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
If this happens, the lift must be shimmed higher. 8. For maple approaches, drill a 1/4" [6mm] diameter hole through each mounting hole location of pedestal base. For synthetic approaches, drill 9/32” [7mm] holes. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
12. Verify that the slope of the rack is 1/4" per foot [21mm per meter]. Remove or add shims as necessary. 13. Attach the hose to the blower using the provided hose clamp. Figure 17, Rack Pedestal Installation Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
6.9 CONNECTING THE WIRING WARNING Before wiring the Harmony Ball Return, all power to the unit must be locked out and tagged out at the main breaker box or serious injury could result. Never open a control box that has power and always be sure that the control box cover is secured before...
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This could result in intermittent or no operation of the components. It is recommended that only stranded wires be used with these terminal blocks. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
(115 or 230) used. Position the motor cable in the cable restraint so that there is no tension on the conductors’ connections to JP3 and tighten the cable restraint. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
NSTALLATION 6.9.4 PINSPOTTER CONNECTIONS: Connect the pinspotter’s control wires to junction block JP9 as shown in Figures 19 and 20. Figure 16, Electrical Connections Figure 20, Control Box Wiring - Pinspotters Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Connect the hand sensor cable (252-003-105) to the sensor board. Note the orientation of the cable. The end labeled with “Connect to 252-003-100” must connect to the control box, not the sensor board. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Figure 22, Intrusion Sensor Cable Routing Plug the sensor board cable into JP6 Ball Exit Sensor on the control board. Secure the ground wire on its own ground stud inside of the control box. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Cable (088-000-016), or similar, to the switch conductors as detailed in the 10 Frame Switch Kit instructions (400-254-003). Once everything has been connected, reinstall the control unit cover and secure the five screws. Mount the control box. Replace the hood. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
NSTALLATION 6.10 ELECTRICAL RATINGS The Harmony Ball lift controller, motor, and blower can be configured for 230 VAC or 115 VAC operation at either 50 or 60 hertz, as described elsewhere in this manual. Always configure all ball lift electrical components to match the voltage supplied to the machine. Power to the lift must be installed in accordance with local electrical codes and must be capable of meeting the following requirements.
Remove the hood. Press the MODE SELECT button to clear the error. Close and secure the hood. Turn off the pinspotters and verify that the lift turns off after both pinspotter back-end motors stop. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
CAUTION! Do not allow more than 12 balls on the Harmony Ball Rack. Over-filling the rack can cause the ball return to stop and/or a dangerous condition for players. DO NOT OVER-FILL THE RACK! IN ADVANCED MODE: The Hand Intrusion sensor is active.
Release the button when the STATUS LED indicates the desired mode. Replace and secure the hood. The alarm will beep once to indicate the lift is active. 8.3 ERRORS Figure 24, Control Box Display Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
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Failure activated for 10+ seconds. 5. Intrusion Board The intrusion board failed to Calibration Failure calibrate. 6. Intrusion Board Communication between the Failure control box and the intrusion board has failed. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
PERATION 8.4 SOFTWARE QubicaAMF will occasionally develop new and improved software for the Harmony Ball Return to improve particular features and enhance the overall functionality of the lift. It is recommended that each ball return have the latest available software installed. To load software: 1.
9.1 BALL RACK TRAY To clean the tray, spray with a stainless steel cleaner and wipe dry. Repeat as needed. QubicaAMF recommends STAINLESS STEEL CLEANER – 254-001-208. To eliminate wear marks and stains, rub a Heavy Duty Scotch-Brite™ scouring pad in the direction of the grain to rejuvenate the finish.
ERVICE 10.0 SERVICE Periodically, check for any applicable Service Bulletins at www.qubicaamf.com. Click on the Support tab, and then select the Tech Support Customer Portal window. QUARTERLY Observe the operation of the lift. Make any necessary adjustments. Verify that the blower is operating properly.
Verify connections at both ends. Check continuity of the Control Signal from Pinspotter signal wire. Verify that the hose is Hand dryer does not operate. Blower Hose connected at both ends. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
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Ball sticking in transition area. Check alignment. Check tension. Belt pops off. Belt Check orientation. Check for wear. Check/replace capacitor on Motor runs in reverse. Drive Motor motor. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
ARTS Harmony Ball Lift View-3 See Part List on Page 45 Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
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SWM 1/4 ANSI BO 839-057-002 HLN 5/16-18 ZN NTU 838-549-002 HLN 1/4-20 ZN NE 722-501-095 SFR 0.32 X 0.63 X 0.38 AL 809-850-125 HHCS 1/4-28 X 0.75 GR8 PB * - Not for resale. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
254-001-302, Even Side Plate Assembly Part No. Description 254-001-304 Even Side Plate 254-001-327 Top Side Liner 254-001-328 Middle Side Liner 254-001-329 Bottom Side Liner 938-101-015 RVT DRD 0.25 X 0.75 NY BLK Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
Top Side Liner 254-001-328 Middle Side Liner 254-001-329 Bottom Side Liner 254-001-105 Ball Entry Sensor Tape 938-101-015 RVT DRD 0.25 X 0.75 NY BLK 801-249-280 CB 1/4-20 X 1.75 GR5 BO Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
254-001-191-XX, Hood Set Description Bezel Hood Access Panel Bezel Ball Stop Kit * Bezel Ball Stop Kit not included with Hood Set Color Table Suffix Description Gray Orange Blue Green Black Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
SWM 5/16 ANSI BO 7050-034100-012 FW 0.34 X 1.00 X 0.13 ZN 254-001-039 Ball Rack Rail Bumper * Item #17 is included as a part of item #1 and can also be purchased separately. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...
HHCS 5/16-18 X 1.25 GR5 ZN 810-556-248 5/16 X 1.50 SS Hex-Head Lag Screws 947-364-148 5/16 USS SS Flat Washers 612-300-262 Harmony Lower Ball Rack Kit * 254-001-118 is a component of 254-001-145. Rev. Date 3/16 Harmony Ball Return Manual – 400-254-022...