PIN DISTRIBUTOR
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1. a r 3 1 31 KEUDNEAUON q k u een 3 1 32 Eubrieant SymBOls ninio 3 1 33 DENN DINE aa 3 2 34 DISIIDUIOr save eee 3 3 3 5 Distributor continued 3 4 40 TROUBLESHOOTING urnas 4 1 4 1 Distributor Does Not Feed Pins at Correct Bin Position 4 1 4 2 Pins Continuously Feed Into One Bin Position 4 2 4 3 Pins Delivered Head First 4 3 4 4 Distributor Hits Bin During Feed 4 4 DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS a 5 1 Distributor ASSEMDIY T esse han 5 2 Distributor AssembIy 2 u nee 5 4 Distributor Assembly 2 continued 5 6 Distributor Drive Shaft Assembly 5 8 A Safety SAFETY General Safety Guidelines AMF believes strongly in its commitment to safety Proper service and repair are important to the safety of the mechanic as well as the safe reliable operation of the pinspotters Please read understand and follow all of the recommended safety procedures presented in this manual The procedures recommended and described in this technical manual are effective methods of2. aa Q 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 6 1 2 4 1 1 Page 5 3 070 006 052 070 007 119 070 006 064 090 005 262 070 006 666 070 006 065 see 41A 070 006 136 948 761 112 809 857 080 070 006 074 919 004 200 070 006 073 070 006 076 070 006 075 919 005 300 070 006 082 000 026 081 840 039 002 070 006 077 919 005 600 913 437 140 914 037 206 810 239 240 948 745 082 948 753 102 090 003 077 808 549 200 809 849 205 090 006 663 090 006 668 070 006 069 DESCRIPTION DRIVE ARM DRIVE ARM ASSY includes 33 34 36 amp 37 BEARING SPACER ROD LINK ASSEMBLY PULLEY DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE BELT RACE CLAMP CASTING CASTING ASSEMBLY incl 33 34 37 41 44 45 46 47 amp 48 WASHER 11 16 X 11 32 X 1 16 SCREW HEX 5 16 18 X Y BEARING NEEDLE THRUST 1 252 X 1 917 RETAINING RING THRUST WASHER NEEDLE BEARING OPEN END NEEDLE BEARING CLOSED END RETAINING RING SPRING POST PIN SPRING POST SLEEVE NUT FLEX LOCK 10 24 SHAFT RETAINING RING SPRING PIN 3 16 X 7 8 SPRING PIN 3 16 X 1 1 4 SCREW SOCKET HEAD CAP 10 24 X 1 WASHER 7 32 X X 1 16 WASHER 5 8 X 9 32 X 1 16 ORIENTOR PAN SCREW BUTTON HEAD 1 4 20 X 1 1 2 SCREW HEX 20 X 1 TRIP STOP ROD ASSEMBLY TRIP STOP ROD amp SUPPORT CASTING ASSEMBLY includes 5 6 62 amp 63 NUT SPECIAL Rev Date 10 04 DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 2 Drawings and Parts Lists ss 1550
3. AMF 90X Li Pinspotter PIN DISTRIBUTOR Pinspotter Manual Supplement DISTRIBUTOR 1 400 088 012 Rev A ALL RIGHTS RESERVED All rights to this manual including the diagrams figures and technical specifications are the property of AMF Bowling Products Inc Reproduction or transmission of any of the material contained in this manual without the prior written permission of AMF Bowling Products Inc is strictly prohibited All of the product information in this manual was carefully prepared based on the latest information available and was believed to be correct at the time of printing While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy this publication may inadvertently contain typographical errors inaccuracies or errors of omission AMF Bowling Products Inc cannot be held responsible for any claims resulting from these errors DOCUMENT UPDATES AMF Bowling Products Inc reserves the right to revise and or update this manual at any time without obligation to notify any person or entity of such revision The document number revision level and date below indicate the edition of this manual TRADEMARK NOTICES AMF and the AMF logo are the registered trademarks of AMF Bowling Worldwide Inc AMF TECHNICAL SUPPORT Technical Support International 804 730 4000 Domestic 1 800 342 5263 AMF Bowling Products Inc 8100 AMF Drive Mechanicsville Va 23111 Copyright O 2001 2004 AMF Bowling Products Inc Document 400
4. lt gt 2 N oy ie al N ss lt a A Q Re S f N OV in Ni DISTRIBUTOR ASY 1 400 088 012 Page 5 2 Rev Date 10 04 xy DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 1 AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER ITEM QTY PART CO OO O O1 Q SN gt 400 088 012 N AQ N CQ Q aa JN HY J Aa 809 849 165 070 006 084 070 006 685 070 006 142 701 712 097 090 006 665 000 026 865 844 049 002 070 006 691 809 849 125 070 007 376 070 006 676 070 006 686 070 006 692 070 006 126 070 006 121 070 006 130 070 006 125 070 006 128 835 582 002 070 006 071 070 006 051 000 022 173 808 849 100 070 006 061 070 006 149 070 006 121 844 073 002 070 006 048 070 006 111 070 006 034 070 006 049 919 000 600 000 024 679 844 049 002 DESCRIPTION SCREW HEX 20 X 1 TRIP STOP SUPPORT BRACKET PIVOT BUMPER BEARING 375 BORE TRIP SUPPORT CASTING ASSEMBLY WASHER NUT STOVER LOCK 20 STOP BLADE SCREW HEX 1 4 20 X Ya THRUST WASHER SLEEVE PINION GEAR ASSEMBLY CLUTCH PLATE ASSEMBLY FRICTION DISC WASHER DISTRIBUTOR CLUTCH CLUTCH PLATE WORM SPRING ASSEMBLY NUT HEX JAM 5 8 18 CAM FOLLOWER ARM NUT SPECIAL SCREW FLAT HD HEX SOCKET 20 X 5 8 CAM SUPPORT SHAFT INDEXING CAM WASHER NUT STOVER LOCK 1 2 13 BOLT SPECIAL SLEEVE SPRING LINEAR SHAFT ARM RETAINING RING BEARING NUT STOVER LOCK 20 ITEM QTY PART
5. 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 000 026 031 701 10 098 070 006 117 070 006 107 070 006 105 070 006 108 070 006 106 070 006 109 070 006 120 913 464 280 070 006 139 070 006 140 809 849 885 070 006 042 070 006 103 070 006 104 808 549 200 919 006 800 070 006 035 070 006 019 070 006 659 see 66A 070 006 683 070 006 004 070 006 672 BELT TIGHTENER SPRING BEARING UNIBALL BEARING GROOVED CONCENTRIC BELT TIGHTENER TUBE TUBE ASSEMBLY includes 31 49 amp 50 SPACER TRACKING BRACKET ROLLER ASSEMBLY LINK CARRIAGE SUPPORT TUBE SPRING PIN 3 8 X 1 INNER SPACER OUTER SPACER SCREW HEX 20 X 5 BELT RUNNER REAR SUPPORT GUIDE L H SUPPORT GUIDE R H SCREW BUTTON HEAD 20 X 1 1 4 RETAINING RING SPRING SPRING COLLAR SHAFT TUBE MIDDLE TUBE ASSEMBLY MIDDLE incl 31 amp 66 TUBE CARRIAGE CASTING REAR Page 5 7 Rev Date 10 04 DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Drawings and Parts Lists 10 DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT ASY 400 088 012 Page 5 8 Rev Date 10 04 xy DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER ITEM QTY PART 400 088 012 N N DN a 2 gt 090 002 018 090 006 102 090 002 017 090 006 103 070 007 586 913 437 160 913 423 120 908 048 480 090 002 034 722 501 070 000 029 073 090 002 019 DESCRIPTION SHAFT R H MACHINE DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT ASSY R H Includes items 1 amp 3 through 10 SHAFT L
6. 2 Rev Date 10 04 A SECTION 4 0 Troubleshooting 4 3 PROBLEM Pins delivered head end first to bin pockets START Pins slow in orientating YES putting 2 pins too close together NO Distributor orientor pan YES too far from pin wheel NO YES Distributor orientor pan not Level NO YES Dirty pins or elevator wheel NO YES Pins not seated in elevator wheel pocket NO YES Pin rail loose 400 088 012 Page 4 3 Check and clean orientor pan Adjust orientor pan Level the pan side to side at pin wheel Clean pins and elevator wheel Adjust pin seating rod Observe pin release and adjust rail as required Adjust so that the pin is released at the center of the orientor pan with the distributor at the 1 bin position Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 4 4 PROBLEM Distributor front end hits bin during pin feed START YES Distributor support assembly too low NO Bin assembly binding YES and jammed upwards by a stuck pin 400 088 012 Page 4 4 Place shims between front end of the support assembly and the cross bar as required Rev Date 10 04 Find problem with bin and repair A SECTION 5 0 en Drawings and Parts Lists Drawings and Parts Lists 400 088 012 Page 5 1 Rev Date 10 04 DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 1 SECTION 5 0 Drawings and Parts Lists O O 2 Q AA pe I SIP SN E
7. H MACHINE DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE SHAFT ASSY L H Includes items 2 through 10 UNIVERSAL JOINT SPRING PIN 187 X 1 SPRING PIN 125 X DOWEL PIN 1 4 X 3 BALL BEARING RETAINER SPACER WASHER BALL ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION Page 5 9 Rev Date 10 04
8. e The Introduction Section outlines the manual e The Operation and Adjustment Section gives step by step instructions for setting up and adjusting the Distributor as well as information related to the operation of the unit e Thelubrication Section provides drawings and information concerning the proper lubrication of the Distributor Maintaining the Distributor in accordance with this section can help attain maximum component life and trouble free operation e The Drawings and Parts Lists Section is designed to be an invaluable tool for Identifying parts and part numbers for maintenance and repair of the unit This manual is intended to be a supplement to and is included with the AMF 90XLi Pinspotter Manual Set Refer to the Safety Section of this manual before proceeding with Distributor maintenance 400 088 012 Page 1 1 Rev Date 10 04 AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER This Page Intentionally Left Blank 400 088 012 Page 2 Rev Date 10 04 o SECTION 2 0 Operation amp Adjustment 2 0 DISTRIBUTOR OPERATION amp ADJUSTMENT 2 1 Distributor Operation The distributor transfers pins from the pin elevator wheel to the bin assembly The distributor is driven by the back end motor through an adjustable clutch to its various positions A large nylon cam gear see Figure 2 1 serves a dual purpose e The outside of the gear contains a cam that moves the distributor left and right to the various bin locations e The inside of th
9. just to mention a few Listed below are suggestions which if followed will increase your splice longevity What to look for 1 Skive rough top back approximately one inch Use proper size lacing based on skived belt thickness and pulley diameter The correct lacing is provided with the distributor belt assembly 2 Hook is properly sized and clinched when Fig 2 7a A Hook legs are parallel Loop should not have a light bulb shape B Hook points slightly penetrate opposite side of belt 005 to 015 inches C 1 3 1 2 of the wire diameter is embedded into the belt D The Knuckles of the hook should not be higher than the legs when installed 3 Leave 1 4 inch on each edge of belt unlaced This Directon ol Iraye guards against end hooks being pulled out One Less Hook 4 Use one more hook on leading edge than on trailing FIUT 440 edge Fig 2 7b 5 Chamfer the trailing edge AMF s new grooved belts are already chamfered 6 Laces should be uniformly embedded across the entire width of the splice 7 Edges of the belt should line up when the laced belt ends are connected 8 Run fingernail across loops of splice Loops should not move Figure 2 c 9 Itis not necessary to bend the new notched stainless steel pins but they can be bent at the ends to form a J if desired Fig 2 70 400 088 012 Page 2 5 Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 2 3 Distrib
10. observe As necessary fine tune the rollers and trip cable 400 088 012 Page 2 9 Rev Date 10 04 xy AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER Cable Assembly Trip Rod Tube 6 Dm mm e tima ALY WI DIV Figure 2 12 nl a 2 8 Distributor Trip Lever 1 Operate the distributor trip lever Inspect for mechanical binds in the lever and associated linkage Check that the rollers turn freely 2 Asapin transfers from the distributor belt onto the trip lever the weight of the pin causes the lever to pivot downward as the pin is deposited in the bin Afterwards the trip lever returns to the up position from the force of a spring located at the rear of the carriage tube see Figure 2 13 This tripping and resetting action actuates the trip rod allowing the distributor to index to the next bin position The spring tension is factory set for 1 2 turn Too much spring tension would prevent the trip lever from deflecting causing the distributor to fail to index Trip Lever DISTRIBUTOR TRIP LEVER Figure 2 13 400 088 012 Page 2 10 Rev Date 10 04 ih AE Lubrication 3 0 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 LUBRICATION Lubrication is one of the most important items in the proper operation and maintenance of the distributor Care must be taken to ensure that lubricants are applied correctly Avoid excessive lubrication to minimize the possibility of transmitting lubricants to the bowler Before lubricating exposed parts or surfaces it is import
11. performing service and repair Some of these procedures require the use of tools specially designed for this purpose e Properly trained personnel should be present whenever maintenance is being performed on a pinspotter e No unauthorized personnel should be allowed in the pit area e Keep in mind that the pinspotter performs a series of mechanical motions and electrical actions during each cycle and that bodily injury could result should personnel enter the machine when power is on When working on a pinspotter it is recommended that power also be turned off on adjacent machines e Remember that safety must remain your first priority at all times e Safety goggles ear protection and steel toed shoes are recommended whenever any work is being performed on a pinspotter e Wearing loose clothing or jewelry is NOT RECOMMENDED when operating or maintaining the machinery 400 088 012 Page 1 Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER Safety Labels and Symbols It is important to understand the safety labels and symbols used in this manual set Three of these labels are used to show the relative risk associated with a particular activity or instruction These labels are shown below in order of decreasing importance Be aware that taking shortcuts or failing to heed applicable safety information can result in serious injury or damage and can render the pinspotter unsafe for you as well as for others who follow in your place DANG
12. to add the lacing and install It is always a good idea to verify the overall length needed and to fine tune the length by trimming as needed before applying the lacing The lacing will add approximately 7 inch to the overall length The AMF 90XLi pinspotter distributor uses the following belt components e 088 001 350 Grooved Distributor Belt precut skived and chamfered e 088 000 071 Stainless Steel Belt Lacing 2 required per belt e 088 000 070 Notched Belt Lacing Pin e 088 000 108 Vise Lacer 400 088 012 Page 2 2 Rev Date 10 04 nn SECTION 2 0 2 2 1 Skiving rough top and other raised surface belting is an important step in achieving maximum benefits and life from belt splices Clipper s Rough Preparing Rough Top Belts removes raised surfaces within seconds leaving a smooth surface for selecting and installing belt fasteners The Rough Top Belt Skiver is a safe and Operation amp Adjustment other methods of removing raised surfaces such as grinding wheels razor blades or knives Being a hand held tool this job can be done virtually anywhere Top Belt Skiver Fig 2 2 effective alternative to ROUGH TOP BELT SKIVER AMF Part 792 516 021 EASY TO USE Hold the Skiver at a 30 degree angle and move across the belt raised surface is zipped away SAFE ALTERNATIVE to grinding wheels razor blades and knives for the removal of raised surface belting PORTABLE Belts can be skived a
13. 088 012 Rev A Issue Date 10 29 2004 AMF 90XLi PIN DISTRIBUTOR Manual re a 400 088 012 SUMMARY OF CHANGES Change No ECR No List of Effective Pages Page Change No Effective Date All Revision A 10 29 2004 Table of Contents DET NNN 1 1 0 INTRODUCTION 0 0 00 ec cccc sees see eeeseete eee eeeeeseeeeeeseeceeeeeenaeseeeeeeeaeeneeeey 1 1 14 How To Use This Manual usina 1 1 2 0 DISTRIBUTOR OPERATION 8 ADJUSTMENT 2 1 2 1 Distributor Operation u a 2 1 2 2 Distributor Belt Replacement 2 2 2 2 1 Preparing Rough Top Belts occccccooocccccncccoooconnnnccnoonnnnncnnnoos 2 3 2 2 2 Vice Lacer Instructions oocccccccononcconccononccnnoncnnonnnnnnononoconnnnnononons 2 4 2 2 3 Identifying a Good Splice oooocccccconocccnnccoononcnnncnononononnnnnnnoos 2 5 23 DIStFIDULOF REMOV also ad 2 6 2 4 Distributor Replacement 2 6 2 5 Distributor Cam Operation a 2 8 2 6 Distributor Adjustment 2 8 2 7 Distributor Roller Adjustment 2 9 2 8 Distrip tor TTID LEVET uses 2 10 3 0 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
14. 437 140 070 006 055 see 2 A 070 006 015 070 006 137 840 039 002 810 239 160 900 106 081 809 849 125 see 33A 070 006 021 070 006 014 907 000 100 see 36A 070 006 016 000 026 251 957 100 002 813 540 082 809 849 605 809 849 165 070 006 111 701 849 124 070 006 118 DESCRIPTION BEARING IDLER CARRIAGE PULLEY PULLEY ASSEMBLY includes 23 amp 24 SPRING PIN 187 X 7 8 CARRIAGE FRONT TRIP ARM R H TRIP ARM ASSY R H 27 amp factory rollers BELT GUARD NUT FLEX LOCK 10 24 SCREW SOCKET HEAD CAP 10 24 X 1 SLEEVE BEARING 378 X 1 2 SCREW HEX 20 X Y TUBE TUBE ASSEMBLY FRONT includes 31 amp 33 SHAFT KEY TRIP ARM L H TRIP ARM ASSY L H 36 amp factory rollers ROLLER BEARING THREADED field replacement WASHER EXTERNAL LOCK 10 SCREW TRUSS HEAD 10 32 X SCREW HEX 20 X 3 SCREW HEX 20 X 1 SPRING POST SLEEVE BALL BEARING 1 4 20 THREADED BORE BEARING GROOVED ECCENTRIC Rev Date 10 04 DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 2 continued Drawings and Parts Lists ss 4200096662 8 CY DT ROLLER FIELD REPLACEMENT SET I SSS sa Na ASY 400 088 012 Page 5 6 Rev Date 10 04 xy DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 2 continued AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION see 45A CARRIAGE SUPPORT CASTING 070 006 688 CARRIAGE SUPPORT ASSY incl 45 amp 47 400 088 012 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 4 1 2
15. 7 8 9 fed 00 05000000 006 OY DT ROLLER FIELD REPLACEMENT SET VOOLOOOO OOOO OOOOE DISTR LESTUR ASY 400 088 012 Page 5 4 Rev Date 10 04 xy DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 2 AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER ITEM QTY PART oo O Q WN gt a a N a O 400 088 012 N 5 3 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 1 see 1A 070 006 757 070 006 036 070 006 037 844 049 002 070 006 116 070 006 142 919 005 600 840 040 002 070 001 857 070 006 661 807 249 160 090 004 110 070 011 172 090 004 112 000 022 173 070 006 029 806 249 060 070 006 007 see 18A 070 006 009 070 006 013 070 011 171 070 011 170 835 550 002 090 004 111 070 011 173 DESCRIPTION BELT BELT ASSEMBLY includes items 1 2 amp 3 BELT LACING BELT PIN NUT STOVER LOCK 20 CLAMP STUD BUMPER RETAINING RING NUT FLEX LOCK THIN 10 32 NYLON ROLLER TRIP ROCKER ARM WELDMENT SETSCREW SOCKET HEAD 20 X 1 BALL HEAD STUD BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY includes 12 8 13 SHELL 8 CLIP ASSEMBLY NUT SPECIAL CONNECTING LINK SETSCREW SQUARE HEAD 74 20 X 3 8 SUPPORT WELDMENT BELT RUNNER FRONT BELT RUNNER SUPPORT ASSY incl 17 amp 18 PIN GUIDE CABLE DISTRIBUTOR CABLE ASSEMBLY incl 12 13 19 21 8 22 NUT HEX JAM 28 BALL HEAD STUD BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY includes 13 8 22 ITEM QTY PART a Na nanan Q C N N 0 G W O Page 5 5 000 024 679 see 24A 070 006 011 913
16. ER indicates a hazardous situation that presents a potentially crippling DANGER or life threatening situation Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or equipment damage indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in minor to moderate injury if not avoided lt may also be used to alert against potentially unsafe practices Other warning labels are conspicuously located on the pinspotter and are designed to warn against possible hazards These labels some of which are shown below are there for your protection Removing or disregarding these labels can result in serious injury 400 088 012 Page 2 Rev Date 10 04 DANGER GEFAHR PELIGRO DANGER NO pise ni se sobre esta Refer to the Service Manual before performing maintenance or repair Caution Severe pinching hazard belts It is also important to understand that the use of these symbols and labels is not all inclusive because it is impossible to warn of all the possible hazards and consequences that could result from failure to follow these instructions Trained and competent bowling center mechanics are able to recognize and avoid potentially hazardous situations Guards and Safety Precautions All safety guards must be in place before operating the machine When maintenance is required the following steps must be followed 1 Disconnect the power plug before working on
17. ant that the old lubricant first be removed It is also very important to clean the distributor as you lubricate This section of the manual shows the points of lubrication the correct lubricants to use and the frequency of lubrication for each part of the distributor that requires lubrication 3 2 LUBRICANT SYMBOLS OILING Items indicated by a number within a square require oiling Use SAE 10 oil as the lubricant GREASING ltems indicated by a number within a circle 1 require greasing Use a multi purpose grease Bearing Guard 2 as the lubricant 400 088 012 Page 3 1 Rev Date 10 04 xy AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 3 3 DISTRIBUTOR DRIVE Figure 3 1 Trip support casting bearings 2 places apply 2 drops of oil every 3 months Pinion gear access holes 2 places apply 1 drop of oil in each hole every 3 months 0 NNN Figure 3 1 Stop blades 2 places apply grease to the back surfaces every 3 months 400 088 012 Page 3 2 Rev Date 10 04 A SECTION 3 0 Lubrication 3 4 DISTRIBUTOR Figure 3 2 F4 Trip lever rollers 8 places apply 1 drop of oil every 3 months Trip lever bushings 2 places apply 1 drop of oil every 3 months Carriage tubes 4 places apply a light film of oil every 3 months along the top and bottom of each tube Distributor clutch assembly 1 place disassemble clean lubricate and adjust every 3 months Figure 3 2 Clutch Assembl
18. e gear has a cam that controls the telescoping action of the front portion of the distributor Springs keep the cam followers against the cams When a pin reaches the top of the elevator wheel it is deposited on the pan which orients it bottom first onto the distributor belt As the pin reaches the end of the distributor the weight of the pin causes the trip lever assembly to pivot downward depositing the pin in the bin The pivot lever also causes the cam gear to index to the next bin position DISTRIBUTOR 1 Figure 2 1 Proper adjustment of all distributor components is essential for trouble free operation Excessively worn parts must also be replaced Additionally related assemblies must be correctly adjusted This includes the pin ejector pin seating rod and pin guide rail The condition of the distributor drive shaft universal joint and drive housing as well as a smooth operating pin elevator wheel are also important to trouble free distributor operation Also the inside of the pin wheel should be cleaned regularly to prevent pins from sticking in the wheel pockets 400 088 012 Page 2 1 Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 2 2 Distributor Belt Replacement 1 Remove the belt tightener spring see Figure 2 1 2 Locate the belt lacing and remove the pin The distributor belt can now be removed from the distributor 3 To increase the belt tension cut off a little from one end of the belt Belt tightener spring l
19. e large cam is marked for the feed positions of the pins which are attained as the outer cam follower traces the path laid out by the cam sections The pin feed sequence is 1 3 2 4 7 8 5 6 10 9 The inside of the cam controls the telescoping of the distributor using cam sections and a cam follower in a manner similar to the operation described in the previous paragraph During operation the distributor is forced inward by the action of the inner cam follower and telescopes outward because of a combination of return spring tension and a moving belt s tendency to straighten out whenever the cam follower s linkage allows it to do so 2 6 Distributor Adjustments 1 Index the trip stop rod Figure 2 9 to position the distributor at the 1 bin position 2 Inspect the nylon cam gear and pinion gear to verify that the timing marks are aligned 3 The distributor should be in line with the 1 and 5 bin positions To adjust loosen the jam nut on the hoop weldment end of the safety link rod see Figure 2 10 and rotate the safety link rod to either increase or decrease the length of the rod to obtain the correct alignment Tighten the jam nut 4 Operate the machine and note the pin feed operation at the individual bin pockets The rod length may have to be readjusted slightly to obtain accurate pin feed Safety Link Rod Jam Nut Figure 2 10 400 088 012 Page 2 8 Rev Date 10 04 ee SECTION 2 0 Operation amp Adjustment 2 7 D
20. ength will increase one half of the amount cut off the belt A belt that is a little too long or short can cause pin feeding problems and the ideal length can vary a little from machine to machine lf replacing a worn belt that has otherwise performed well make the new belt the same length as the old one 4 If necessary prepare a new belt in accordance with Section 2 2 1 5 Use the Clipper belt lacer part 088 000 108 to install new clipper lacing on the belt in accordance with Section 2 2 2 6 Thread the belt onto the distributor keeping one end on the belt runner about a foot behind the trip arm making sure to thread the belt through the belt guard If necessary use another distributor as a guide to belt layout When threaded bring the two ends together interlock the lacing and install the belt pin The end of the pin can be bent over to keep the pin from working loose 7 Reinstall the belt tightener spring 8 Turn the machine on and verify proper operation If the belt tracks off to one side turn the machine off disconnect the belt tightener spring from the distributor casting and move the end of the spring that is attached to the tracking bracket one notch toward the side the belt was tacking Reattach the other end of the spring 9 Run the machine and make any necessary adjustments The new grooved distributor belt comes cut to length 116 1 4 2953 mm 6 mm is pre skived and chamfered All that is necessary is
21. hould have lacing with an even number of hooks see Figure 2 7b To make a belt proceed as follows 1 Cut a section of belt 4 Insert belt between hook 6 When complete remove material to the points For optimal the lacer pin and lift the appropriate length splice it is recommended belt out of the lacer approximately 116 to have the bottom side 116 inches The of belt facing the NOTE lf the belt is wider than approximate finished pressure plate the vise jaws perform the belt length is from 116 116 inches following steps A Align belt and lacer with edge of vise jaw 2 Place the open clipper belt lacer Figure 2 6a between the jaws of a vise Remove the guide pin from the hole in the end of the lacer if ES installed Figure 2 6b 3 Place card of hooks in 5 Close vise as tightly as retainer Insert lacer pin possible then release and remove carding Figure 2 6d paper B Complete lacing step 5 C Slide tool so next section of the lacer is in contact with the vise jaws and complete step 5 again Figure 2 6a Figure 2 6c D Finish with step 6 400 088 012 Page 2 4 Rev Date 10 04 ee SECTION 2 0 FF xr Operation amp Adjustment 2 2 3 Identifying A Good Splice Often not enough emphasis is placed on the proper selection and installation of belt laces Unfortunately if improperly installed the result can be devastating shortened splice life added costs and increased down time
22. istributor Roller Adjustments 1 Starting with the distributor at the 1 bin position and the back end drive motor turned off telescope the distributor inward so that it is at its minimum length 2 Position the front lower adjustable roller in its lowest position so that the distance between the roller and the carriage tube is at its maximum See Figure 2 11 Upper Front Adjustable Roller Rear Adjustable Roller AN ARAN QA Ff IN sl a YAA A N WEN A Carriage Tube Trip Rod Tube Nylon Roller Clearance 1 16 inch f on justable a y a AUS WN NI Lower Front Adjustable Roller 3 Bring the rear adjustable roller down until there is a noticeable drag against the carriage tube when you turn the roller Too much drag could prevent the distributor from extending 4 Adjust the upper front adjustable roller until the trip rod tube and carriage tubes are parallel to each other 5 Position the front lower adjustable roller up until it just makes contact with the carriage tube 6 Recheck the rear adjustable roller to ensure that it is not exerting too much pressure against the carriage tube Adjust if necessary 7 Adjust the length of the cable assembly Figure 2 12 so that the clearance between the nylon rollers and the trip rod tube is approximately 1 16 inch Figure 2 11 and is the same in all positions of the distributor 8 Operate the distributor under power and
23. ring tension Figure 2 9 With the clutch nut finger tight on the shaft rotate the spring s adjusting clip in the counterclockwise direction until you just start to feel some spring tension Continue rotating the clip an additional 3 4 turn and then slide the clip onto the clutch nut Power up the machine and feed pins a Ifthe spring is not compressed enough the distributor will stall between the 6 and 10 positions Add more tension to correct this condition b Ifthe distributor hesitates or fails to index other than mentioned in the previous step tension must be removed by reducing the spring tension c Adjust the spring tension one notch at a time and use the minimum tension that produces acceptable results 4 When the distributor is at the 1 bin position the distance between the distributor orientor pan and the elevator wheel should be as close as possible without touching 1 4 inch or less and should not touch during pin wheel and distributor operation If adjustment is necessary loosen the orientor pan s mounting bolts and position accordingly 400 088 012 Page 2 7 Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 2 5 Distributor Cam Operation The cam has a timing mark along its outer edge at the base of a valley between two teeth This bump and a notched tooth on the pinion gear must be aligned for proper timing See the previous section for instructions on how to realign the cam and pinion gear The outer face of th
24. t any location BLADE CAN BE RE SHARPENED to restore the blade to the original Instructions 1 Place the belt on a solid surface hold securely with your free hand Keep hand out of the path of the skiver 2 Hold Skiver at about a 30 degree angle to the belt Fig 2 3 Slowly begin cutting into the belt surface just under the raised top 400 088 012 Figure 2 2 3 Maintain an even pressure and move Skiver across the belt Fig 2 4 If held at proper angle it will cut through the belt easily 4 Skive rough top back one inch from each end to allow clearance for lacer jaws during lacing operation nep N yg Ea oe e Y ai PPP W i _ Annan v Page 2 3 ya ng wz Bi LIN a er wd sharpness To Sharpen Fig 2 5 A amp B 5 Place 1 4 fine stone or emery board in cutting channel Draw away from tool 6 After tool is sharp draw stone across bottom to remove burrs Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 2 2 2 Vise Lacer Instructions The clipper belt lacer is provided to help the center mechanic manufacture replacement distributor belts The optimum belt length can vary slightly from distributor to distributor If possible match the existing belt length The belt lacing will add approximately 1 4 inch to the overall installed belt length One end of the belt should have lacing containing an odd number of individual hooks while the other end s
25. the pinspotter 2 Remove guards only as required to perform the maintenance 3 Once maintenance is complete replace all guards 400 088 012 Page 3 Rev Date 10 04 AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER This Page Intentionally Left Blank 400 088 012 Page 4 Rev Date 10 04 AE rx U Introduction 1 0 INTRODUCTION 1 1 How To Use This Manual This manual is provided for use by trained and authorized bowling center mechanics in conjunction with the adjustment operation and maintenance of Distributors installed in AMF 90XLi pinspotters The purpose of this manual supplement is to consolidate all of the applicable Distributor information into one easy to use document making finding the information you need simpler and faster when compared to having the information scattered throughout the pinspotter manual This manual does not cover initial installation of the Distributor but does cover removal and reinstallation of the unit for maintenance and adjustment Refer to the drawings at the back of this manual for detailed views of the Distributor s construction There are six parts to this manual supplement Safety Introduction Operation amp Adjustment Lubrication Troubleshooting and Drawings and Parts Lists e The Safety section provides information on precautions that should be taken when working in and around the Distributor including examples of safety labels and symbols used on the pinspotter to indicate potential hazards
26. utor Removal 1 Disconnect the drive shaft and universal joint from the distributor drive unit 2 Remove the lateral drive spring and safety link spring from the base of the distributor see Figure 2 8 3 Make sure that the elevator wheel is turned so that a pin bracket is not directly above the orientor pan of the distributor 4 Lift the distributor assembly upward off the support post Save the spacer between the support post and the distributor for reuse during distributor installation Lateral Drive Spring Safety Link Spring Figure 2 8 2 4 Distributor Replacement 1 To replace the distributor drive assembly follow the removal procedure in reverse order Ensure that only one spacer is installed between the support post and the distributor 2 Check the timing marks for correct alignment The distributor must be at the 1 bin position when checking or adjusting There is a raised bump on the large nylon gear at the base of one of the valleys between the teeth and a notched tooth on the pinion gear that must be opposite one another for correct timing The nylon gear is flexible and can be disengaged from the pinion by applying pressure towards the distributor where the gears mesh to allow realignment of the marks 400 088 012 Page 2 6 Rev Date 10 04 ee sEcTiON 2 0 Operation amp Adjustment Nut Clutch Spring Trip Stop Rod Assembly Return Spring aT DISTRIBUTOR 2 Figure 2 9 3 Set the clutch sp
27. y Distributor support bearings 2 places remove distributor and grease bearings once a year 400 088 012 Page 3 3 Rev Date 10 04 AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 3 9 DISTRIBUTOR Figure 3 3 1 Trip rod front 6 places 1 drop of oil every 2 months 2 Trip rocker arm 2 places apply 1 drop of oil to each side every 3 months 3 Roller tracking bracket 3 places 1 drop of oil every 2 months O 9 DISTRIBUTOR 1 Figure 3 3 400 088 012 Page 3 4 Rev Date 10 04 Troubleshooting 4 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 4 1 PROBLEM Distributor does not feed pins at correct bin position START Check bump on nylon gear with beveled tooth on pinion gear Align if necessary Make sure Distributor is in the 1 bin position when aligning Distributor drive cam YES not indexed with pinion gear NO YES a ae E pala a ol adjusting the safety link 400 088 012 Page 4 1 Rev Date 10 04 wW AMF 90XLi PINSPOTTER 4 2 PROBLEM Pins feed into bin continuously at one bin position or too many pins in one bin location START YES se Check spring tension adjustment Adjust if necessary YES Distributor rollers Adjust distributor out of rollers adjustment NO YES Distributor stop Apply light coat blades need of grease to lubrication stop blades 400 088 012 Page 4
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