John Bean VPI System, Operation Instructions Manual

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John Bean VPI System I  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.

Inside Weight Amount and Function Display
Window - Shows inside or left weight amount and
various operation messages.

2.

Position Indicator LEDs - Displays the location
for wheel weight placement.

3.

Outside Weight Amount and Function Display
Window Shows outside or right weight amount and
various operation messages.

4.

Weight Mode and Placement Display - Displays
a pictorial reference of the chosen balance mode.

5.

Function Button - Used to activate the various
functions.  Press this button followed by pressing
the 

up or down arrow buttons until the desired num-

ber is displayed.  Press the “Enter” button to active
the function.

6.

Enter - This key activates whatever selection has
been requested, it also spins the wheel if guard
frame is down.

7.

Up and Down Value - Buttons are used to raise or
lower displayed values for parameter entry or func-
tion code activation.
NOTE: Rotating the shaft in either direction will
also vary displayed values.

8.

Cancel - Pressing this key interrupts any process.

9.

Mode Selection - A series of placement locations
for custom weight location.  Useful for the wide va-
riety of custom wheels on today's market.

10. Rim Width - Press this key to enter the rim width.

Use the rim width calipers for measurement.

11. Rim Diameter - Enter the rim diameter after press-

ing this key. Read the size stated on the tire sidewall.

12. ALU-S and Spoke Mode - Activates the ALU-S  or

Spoke Mode. Each time this button is pressed pro-
gramming toggles between the two.

13. Rim Offset - This key is used to enter the rim offset

position using the numbers from the distance gauge.

14. Multi-Operator Selection - This key toggles be-

tween four operators designated as a, b, c, and d.
Wheel parameters are recalled upon command.

15. Display - Easy to read, user friendly display fea-

turing large LEDs and one button functions.

16.  Weight Storage Tray - Generous storage for a

variety of weight profiles and sizes as well as built
in storage pockets for the standard centering cones.

17. Accessory Storage - Four sturdy side mounted

pegs are supplied for storage of additional acces-
sories.

18. Foot Operated Shaft Lock - A foot operated shaft

lock is used to stabilize the shaft during the weight
placement process.

19. Shaft Adapter - A common 40 mm size shaft is

used.  The easily removable shaft can be replaced
for service or during use of certain wheel adapters.

20. Wheel Guard - The standard wheel guard is a

safety feature for prevention of operator injury in
the event of loose weights, debris or wheel mount-
ing failure.  The balancer is programed to spin upon
guard closure as well as brake when the guard is
raised.

21. Semi-Automatic Parameter Arm - Rim distance

is automatically input with the SAPE. The SAPE is
also used in several procedures for determining
accurate rim profiles.