DBA LaneWalker Operating Manual

DBA LaneWalker Table of Contents

153-3000C (Rev 6:99)

Section I · Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1

A. OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................... 1

B. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 1

C. CARE AND SAFETY PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................................. 2

Section II · Machine Description ....................................................................................... 3

A. BUFFING END / DUSTER END / RIGHT SIDE / LEFT SIDE ................................................................................................ 3

B. KEYPAD ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

C. BUFFING END COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................................................ 6

D. DUSTER END COMPONENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 7

E. UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS (BOTTOM) .......................................................................................................................... 9

Section III · Pre-Installation Suggestions ....................................................................... 10

Section IV · Operating Instructions ................................................................................ 11

A. TURNING THE UNIT ON .............................................................................................................................................. 11

B. MENU SELECTIONS AND OPTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 11

C. KEYPAD DISPLAY ....................................................................................................................................................... 14

1. Operator’s Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 14

2. Lino Control Menu ................................................................................................................................................ 17

3. Odometer Menu..................................................................................................................................................... 18

4. Override Auto Program ........................................................................................................................................ 19

5. Change Program Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 19

6. Change Auto Program Select ................................................................................................................................ 23

7. Change Lane-to-Lane Distances ........................................................................................................................... 25

8. System Control Lino Duster .................................................................................................................................. 27

9. Clear Maintenance Messages ............................................................................................................................... 28

Section V · Adjustments .................................................................................................. 29

A. BUFFING BRUSH REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................... 29

B. DUSTER CLOTH REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT .................................................................................................... 29

C. DUSTER CLOTH COUNTER .......................................................................................................................................... 30

D. FILLING OF CONDITIONER TANK ................................................................................................................................. 30

E. WICKING ADJUSTMENTS............................................................................................................................................. 30

Section VI · Maintenance ................................................................................................. 31

A. CARE OF THE POWER CORD ....................................................................................................................................... 31

B. WICKING PADS ........................................................................................................................................................... 31

C. BUFFING BRUSH ......................................................................................................................................................... 32

D. SENSORS .................................................................................................................................................................... 32

E. LANE-TO-LANE WHEELS ............................................................................................................................................ 32

F. DRIVE WHEELS ........................................................................................................................................................... 32

G. “HOPPING” WHEELS................................................................................................................................................... 32

H. INSIDE MACHINE ........................................................................................................................................................ 32

I. AUTOMATIC MAINTENANCE CHECKS ................................................................................................ .......................... 33

Section VII • DBA LaneWalker Maintenance Inspections .............................................. 34

Section VIII • Inputs and Outputs .................................................................................... 39

• Inputs .............................................................................................................................. 40

1. LDS (LANE DISTANCE SENSOR) ................................................................................................................................. 40

2. ADS (APPROACH DISTANCE SENSOR) ........................................................................................................................ 40

3. WPS (WHEEL POSITION SENSOR) ............................................................................................................................... 40

4. CORD HOLDER SHUT-DOWN SWITCHES ...................................................................................................................... 41

5. ON THE LANE SWITCH ................................................................................................................................................ 41

6. WIND UP MICROSWITCH ............................................................................................................................................. 41

• Outputs............................................................................................................................ 42

1. WICKING PAD SOLENOIDS ........................................................................................................................................... 42

2. CR1 CONTROL RELAY #1............................................................................................................................................ 42

3. CR2 CONTROL RELAY #2............................................................................................................................................ 42

4. CR3 CONTROL RELAY #3............................................................................................................................................ 42

5. CR4 CONTROL RELAY #4............................................................................................................................................ 42

6. LANE TO LANE MOTOR .............................................................................................................................................. 42

7. BUFFER MOTOR .......................................................................................................................................................... 42

Section IX · Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 43

Section X · Error Messages ............................................................................................. 44

Section XI · Worksheets ................................................................................................... 45

A. LEFT-TO-RIGHT TRAVEL WORKSHEETS ...................................................................................................................... 46

B. RIGHT-TO-LEFT TRAVEL WORKSHEETS ....................................................................................................................... 48

C. FACTORY-SET CONDITIONING PROGRAMS & GRAPHS ............................................................................................... 51

Section XII · Mechanical Drawings .................................................................................... 1

1999 The Kegel Company, Inc.

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 1

Section I · Introduction

A. Overview

The DBA LaneWalker “Model C” represents advanced technology in automated lane
conditioning. Through the use of an on-board programmable computer, a “user-friendly”
keypad to input data and information, and a patented conditioner transfer system, the
LaneWalker allows the bowling center to maintain consistent bowling conditions.

With the expandability of the LaneWalker’s Programmable Computer, future
upgrades are possible, assuring that your LaneWalker will not become obsolete.

IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE OPERATOR

THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATING

MANUAL BEFORE USING THE LANEWALKER.

Should you have any questions regarding any procedures pertaining to the proper
operation of this machine, please contact your authorized Distributor.

B. Machine Specifications

Power Supply: Class I – Single Phase

110-120 Volts, 50/60 Cycle, 10 Amps
Dimensions: Width - 57-¾”

Height - 13”
Length – 29-¾”
Weight - 300 pounds

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C. Care and Safety Procedures

This machine is manufactured of the highest quality materials, but keep in mind that
the DBA LaneWalker is a sensitive piece of equipment. Care should be taken to see that it
is not dropped, knocked around, or handled roughly. Doing so may damage the
programmable computer, its components, or the conditioner transfer system.

For care and safety reasons, see that the following precautions are exercised:

· AVOID SPILLING ANY LIQUIDS OR CHEMICALS INSIDE OF THE MACHINE

· DO NOT OPERATE THE LANEWALKER WITH AN EXTENSION CORD OR
POWER CORD OTHER THAN THE ONE PROVIDED

· DO NOT OPERATE THE LANEWALKER WITH POWER CORD SHUT-DOWN
SWITCHES DISCONNECTED

· MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER OUTLET USED PROVIDES THE CORRECT
VOLTAGE AND AMPERAGE

· DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE ANY WIRING MODIFICATIONS

· DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RE-PROGRAM THE COMPUTER

· DO NOT OPERATE THE LANEWALKER IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION

Not following the above recommendations may cause damage to the LaneWalker,
its computer, those persons operating it, or void the warranty.

Persons assigned the responsibility of operating the DBA LaneWalker should be

trained in its use by an authorized factory-trained Distributor.

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Section II · Machine Description

A. Buffing End / Duster End / Right Side / Left Side

With the machine sitting on the approach in a position ready to be operated on the
first lane, the following descriptions will be used:

· BUFFING END: The BUFFING END shall be the end of the machine closest to the
operator and nearest the approach, where the buffing brush is located.

· DUSTER END: The DUSTER END shall be the end opposite the buffing end and
nearest to the pins, where the DMR duster assembly is located.

· RIGHT SIDE: The RIGHT SIDE of the LaneWalker shall be the side where the
keypad is located, to the right of the operator as they face the pins.

· LEFT SIDE: The LEFT SIDE of the LaneWalker is the side opposite the right, to
the left of the operator as they face the pins.

· REAR: Items in or toward the buffing end are in the REAR of the LaneWalker
(toward the approach).

· FRONT: Items in or toward the duster end are in the FRONT of the LaneWalker
(toward the pins).

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B. Keypad

Located on the right side of the buffing end of the LaneWalker is the computer
keypad. This keypad is used to enter all programming information, as well as to start the
machine on the first lane.

The keypad consists of 10 input keys and a two-line Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
where the menu items and prompts appear.

The following keys are used on the keypad:

· NEXT: Use this key to advance within a main menu from one menu prompt to the
next.

· ENTER: This key is used to complete an entry of data or information requested
by a menu prompt.

· MAN or MANUAL: This key starts the manual modes accessed in the
LaneWalker’s programs, such as manually walking across the approach.

· LAST: This key will return the user to the last menu prompt within a main menu.

· START: This key will start the LaneWalker.

· MENU: This key will display and advance the available main menus for the

operator.

· UP & DOWN ARROWS: Use of these keys will increment or decrement numbers
asked for in certain menu prompts, such as starting lane number, walking distance
from one lane to the next, etc.

· LEFT & RIGHT ARROWS: Use of these keys will input left or right movement

during manual operation on the approach. They also can be used when entering the
starting and ending lane numbers from the OPERATORS MENU. The left arrow will
display “Lane #1”, while the right arrow will display the last lane in the center.

The following keys may also be used on the keypad when trouble-shooting or
updating the program:

· SHIFT

· HR

· DM

· CHANNEL

· CONTACT

· CHANGE

· SET

· MONITOR

· RESET

· UP

· CLEAR

· WRITE

· DOWN

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LaneWalker Keypad Overlay

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C. Buffing End Components

Located on the buffing end of the LaneWalker are the following components:

· DISTANCE WHEELS: Located on the outside rear wall of the buffing end and

mounted on the ends of the lifting handle are the distance wheels. These wheels measure
the distance the LaneWalker travels down the lane. This is done through the use of an
infra-red sensor mounted near the center of the counting shaft.

· POWER SWITCH: Mounted on the right side of the rear wall under the buffing end

hood is the power switch. This switch also controls which power inlet on the LaneWalker

will be “live”. Flip the switch in the direction of travel to activate the correct inlet. For

example, if lanes are being conditioned from left to right, flip the switch to the right and the
left inlet will become “live”.

· FUSES: Mounted near the power switch are two fuses. One fuse protects the PC

COMMON (6 Amp) and one fuse protects the DC Speed Control Board (4 Amp - Ceramic).
Replace with Slow Blow fuses of the same type and amperage size.

· CONDITIONER TANK: Under the lid located towards the rear of the buffing end is

the conditioner tank and fill tube assembly. This tank, including wicks, holds slightly under
¾ gallon of lane conditioner when full.

· WICKING PADS: Located on the front edge of the oil tank are the six wicking pad

assemblies. Each individual wick sits inside the conditioner tank and draws conditioner
through the wick to pass on to the transfer roller. There are two pads which are
approximately 10 lane boards wide, two pads which are approximately 7 boards wide, and
two pads approximately 3 boards wide. From right to left, these pads shall be referred to
as Right Outside (7 boards), Right Track (3 boards), Right Inside (10 boards), Left Inside
(10 boards), Left Track (3 boards), and Left Outside (7 boards).

· TRANSFER ROLLER: Resting against the wicking pads is the conditioner transfer

roller. This stainless steel roller is chain driven and pulls conditioner off the wicking pads
and transfers it onto the buffing brush.

· BUFFING BRUSH: Located near the rear wall as you open the buffing lid is the

buffing brush assembly. The belt-driven buffing brush removes conditioner from the
transfer roller and places it onto the lane surface.

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D. Duster End Components

Descriptions are given when looking into this compartment from the front wall of the
LaneWalker. The following components are located under the lid on the duster end of the
LaneWalker:

· LIFTING DUSTER ASSEMBLY: Located nearest the operator across the duster
end is the patented DMR (Dual Motor Ratcheting) duster cloth assembly. The DMR
assembly operates by means of two duster motors: the first which unwinds cloth; and the
second which winds up used cloth onto the used core. This dual action simulates that of a
ratcheting duster, helping to eliminate dirt lines during a conditioning run. The system also
better controls cloth usage, and has no clutch mechanism to adjust.

The LaneWalker should ALWAYS be operated with duster cloth in the machine!
This will prevent excess dirt and dust build up on the wicking pads and the lane. Operating
without cloth will also cause unnecessary drag on the LaneWalker and its motors.

The LaneWalker can use DBA Red Edge Cloth #8443 or #8441.

Approximately 1-1/2” to 1-3/4” of cloth is used per lane

depending on the distance of travel.

· DUSTER UNWIND MOTOR: Mounted on the far left hand side of the duster
assembly is the duster unwind motor. This motor supplies fresh duster cloth before the
LaneWalker travels down the lane.

· DUSTER WIND-UP MOTOR: Mounted on the far right hand side of the duster
assembly is the duster wind-up motor. This motor takes up the used cloth and lifts the
cushion roller off the lane.

· PROGRAMMABLE COMPUTER: Located near the center of the duster end is the
LaneWalker Programmable Computer (PC).

WARNING: The PC contains a Lithium battery. When it is replaced, the old battery
should be discarded in accordance with local regulations.

· DRIVE MOTOR: On the left side of the duster end is the drive motor. This two­speed motor drives the LaneWalker up and down the lane and onto the approach. The
drive motor also drives the transfer roller.

· LANE-TO-LANE MOTOR: Mounted on the outer right side of the duster end is the
lane-to-lane motor. This motor drives the LaneWalker on the approach from one lane to
the next.

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· BUFFING MOTOR: Just to the left of the lane-to-lane motor is the buffing motor.

This motor drives the buffing brush.

· PC POWER SUPPLY: Located just to the left of the buffing motor is the

PC Power Supply. This power supply converts 115V AC into the 24V DC needed to
operate the PC.

· SPEED CONTROLS: Located between the PC and the PC Power Supply is the

Drive Motor Speed Control Assembly. The trimpot nearest the Power Supply is the HIGH
Speed Control, and the trimpot nearest the PC is the LOW Speed Control. The LOW
Speed Pot regulates the motor speed as the LaneWalker moves from the lane onto the
approach. The HIGH Speed Pot regulates the speed of travel on the lane surface itself.
This control is normally set at its highest speed, but can be used to slow down the Drive
Motor to achieve more “buffs per foot”, thus creating a different conditioning pattern.

· BUFFING MOTOR CONTACTOR: Just in front of the PC Power Supply is the

Buffing Motor Contactor. When actuated under power, it will operate the buffing motor.

· POWER CORD HOLDER: Mounted on the center wall is the power cord holder.

The holder can be swiveled either to the right or left side of the machine depending on
the direction in which lanes are being conditioned.

· POWER CORD SHUT-DOWN SWITCHES: Mounted on both the right and left

outside walls of the duster end are the power cord shut-down switches. Under normal
operation, the power cord holder will rest on one of these switches. In the event the cord is
stepped on, or caught on a foul light or capping, the cord holder will actuate the switch,
immediately shutting down the machine.

· WICKING SOLENOIDS: Mounted on the center wall across the duster end from

right to left are the six wicking solenoids. Each solenoid controls one wicking pad. The
pads are designated as Right Outside, Right Track, Right Inside, Left Inside, Left Track,
Left Outside.

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E. Underside Components (Bottom)

Located on the underside of the LaneWalker are the following components:

· DRIVE SHAFT: Located toward the center of the bottom, close to the duster cloth
assembly is the drive shaft. This shaft is driven by the drive motor. An infra-red sensor
mounted near the drive sprocket indicates the position of the walking wheels.

· DRIVE WHEELS: Mounted on the drive shaft approximately ¼ of the way in from
the side walls are the two drive wheels. These wheels are powered by the drive shaft and
drive the LaneWalker up and down the lane.

· WALKING WHEELS: Located on each end of the buffing brush are two of the
walking wheels; two additional walking wheels are located on end of the drive shaft. The
walking wheels move the LaneWalker off the lane surface and onto the approach area.

· LANE-TO-LANE WHEELS: Located on the far right and far left side, near the
buffing brush, are the lane-to-lane wheels. The left-side lane-to-lane wheel is chain-driven
by the lane-to-lane motor and moves the LaneWalker from one lane to the next. The other
lane-to-lane wheel (on the right side) counts the distance traveled on the approach with an
infra-red sensor.

· LANE-TO-LANE CASTERS: Located toward the bottom of the underside, slightly
to the middle are two lane-to-lane casters. These casters stabilize the LaneWalker as it is
driven from one lane to the next by the lane-to-lane wheels.

· GUIDE ROLLERS: Located on either side of the drive shaft are four UHMW guide
rollers. These spring-loaded rollers help guide the machine as it travels on the lane.

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Section III · Pre-Installation Suggestions

Preparation of the Bowling Lanes

Prior to operating the LaneWalker for the first time, it is highly recommended that a
thorough inspection of the bowling lane and approach area take place. All loose foul lights,
divisions, cappings and adapter blocks should be tightened, repaired or replaced.

The machine is equipped with a shut-down switch in the event the power cord gets
caught on loose items. However, continued operation of the LaneWalker on improperly
prepared lanes could cause damage or malfunction. Please contact your Distributor
should you need assistance with repair or replacement of these items.

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Section IV · Operating Instructions

A. Turning the Unit On

Carefully set the LaneWalker in the operating position on the approach. Line up the
machine on the approach so that the side walls will enter the lane area an equal distance
or flush with the foul lights on both sides. The LaneWalker should be completely on the
approach, with the duster end being approximately 3 to 4 feet behind the foul line.

Connect the power cord to the LaneWalker, and attach the cord to the power cord
holder. The power cord holder should be swiveled to the side of the LaneWalker which will
be opposite the direction of travel from lane to lane. For example, if you are conditioning
lanes from left to right, the cord should be located on the left side of the machine. Be
certain that the power cord holder is resting correctly on top of the shut-down switch on the
side being used.

Connect the power cord into a suitable outlet. MAKE SURE THAT THE OUTLET IS
SUPPLYING THE CORRECT VOLTAGE AND AMP RATING. Connecting the power cord
into an outlet located towards the center lanes of the establishment will allow more lanes to
be conditioned without changing outlets. The 180 foot power cord supplied with the
LaneWalker will allow 48 lanes to be conditioned without changing outlets.
(To accomplish conditioning 48 lanes the LaneWalker should be plugged into an outlet at
approximately Lane 20. This will allow enough cord to be placed out of the LaneWalkers
path as it conditions lanes 1-20.)

Open the buffing end lid of the LaneWalker and turn the power switch to the correct
position, pointed toward the direction of travel. Both the green LED and the menu screen
on the keypad will illuminate indicating power to the machine. Now the LaneWalker is
ready to run.

B. Menu Selections And Options

The operation of the DBA LaneWalker is controlled by a series of selectable
programs located within the memory of the programmable computer. These programs and
settings may be changed or modified by following a simple sequence of prompts within the
available menus displayed on the keypad. This section will lead the operator step-by-step
through each menu and prompts.

The LaneWalker PC is equipped with a Lithium 5-year rated battery for back-up and
retention of information which is input into the memory. Dispose of used battery properly.

To make this section easily understandable, the operator should be familiar with the

keypad as detailed in Section II of this manual.

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* OPERATORS *
0600 MENU LW4.2

* LINO CTRL&RSET *
0600 HIT MAN ENT

ODOMETER
0000 FT 0000 MI

STARTING LANE ?
01 01

LAST LANE ?

00 00

RUN LAST PROGRAM

01 00 00

DBA LaneWalker Operators Menu Selections

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* OVERRIDE AUTO

PROGRAM?

* CHANGE PROGRAM

SETTINGS

* CHANGE AUTO

PROGRAM SELECT

* CHANGE

LN TO LN DIST?

* SYSTEM CONTROL

LINO DUSTER

* TO CLEAR MAINT

MESG HIT MAN KEY

CHOOSE PROGRAM #

00 00

CHANGE PROGRAM #

00 00

MON AM1 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

L-R HIT RT ARROW

R-L HIT LF ARROW

PRESENT DUSTER
09 UNWND TIME 09

PRESS MAN KEY

RUN LINO DUSTER?

01 1-YES,0-NO 01

MON AM2 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

LAN00TO LANE 00

0000 COUNTS 0000

DEFAULT DUSTER
09 UNWND TIME 09

TRAVEL DIST.

00 00

MON AM3 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

CONTINUES

LINO EMPTY # LNS
0600 DEFAULT0600

RO OIL DIST.

00 00

MON PM1 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

FOR

RT OIL DIST.

00 00

MON PM2 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

EACH

RI OIL DIST.

00 00

MON PM3 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

LANE

LO OIL DIST.

00 00

CONTINUES

LT OIL DIST.

00 00

FOR

LI OIL DIST.

00 00

EACH

RO RETURN OIL

00 00

DAY

RT RETURN OIL

00 00

OF

RI RETURN OIL

00 00

THE

LO RETURN OIL

00 00

WEEK

LT RETURN OIL

00 00

LI RETURN OIL

00 00

2ND RUN TRVL DST

00 00

2ND RT OIL DST

00 00

2ND RI OIL DST

00 00

2ND LT OIL DIST

00 00

2ND LI OIL DIST

00 00

DBA LaneWalker Managers Menu Selections

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C. Keypad Display

The keypad display is a two line LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). During operation and
selection of programs, various prompts, which are simply questions or data requests, will
appear in the display, along with possibly some numbers. The prompts will request the
operator to input or change data or information within the selecting menu. The numbers

will display conditioning program numbers, distances (feet) or “counts”. What the prompts

and numbers mean for each menu is explained under each menu heading in this section.
When the numbers appear, there will often be two numbers, both the same,

displayed in the LCD. When this occurs, both numbers refer to the current setting for that
particular prompt. When changing the setting with the use of the UP or DOWN ARROWS,
only the number on the right side of the display will change. The number on the left will
remain at the previous setting until the ENTER key is pressed, at which time both numbers
will change to the new setting.

THE FOLLOWING MENU SELECTIONS
CAN BE ACCESSED BY THE OPERATOR

1. Operator’s Menu

The Operators Menu will display the time remaining on the current duster cloth roll,
the conditioning program being used, and allow the operator to select the starting and
ending lane number. The LaneWalker is also started from this menu.

Once the LaneWalker is turned on, OPERATORS MENU will appear on the two-line
LCD of the keypad. Also appearing will be a four digit number on the left hand side of the
second line. This number designates the number of lanes of usable cloth remaining on the
current duster roll. It will appear similar to the following:

* OPERATORS MENU *

0045 MENU LW4.2

The “0045” means that approximately 45 lanes are left on the current roll of cloth.

The “4.2” refers to the program version of Kegel ThoughtWare currently installed in the

LaneWalker PC.

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To begin operation of the LaneWalker, press NEXT on the keypad. The following
prompt will appear:

STARTING LANE ?

00 00

The LaneWalker is asking the operator to input the starting lane number. Also
appearing in the LCD Display will be two numbers, one on the lower left side and one on
the lower right side. These numbers indicate the starting lane number the last time the
LaneWalker was operated. If these numbers are not the starting lane numbers for this
conditioning run, they must be changed.

To change the starting lane number, push either the UP ARROW or DOWN
ARROW. The number on the lower right hand side of the LCD will change, while the
number on the left side will remain the same. (The left number will always remain the
same while the right number is being changed until the ENTER key is depressed.)

NOTE: When entering the starting lane number, depressing the Left Arrow key on

the keypad will automatically input “Lane #1” as the starting lane. Depressing the Right

Arrow key will input the number of the last lane in the center.

Once you have reached the desired starting lane number, press ENTER. Now both
the right and left side numbers should be the same as the new starting lane number you
selected. If this is correct, depress the NEXT key.

The following prompt will appear:

LAST LANE ?

00 00

Now you must input the number of the last lane to be conditioned. Appearing with
the above prompt will again be two numbers, this time displaying the number of the last
lane conditioned during the previous run of the LaneWalker. If these numbers are
incorrect, you must enter the correct number. Using the UP or DOWN ARROWS again,
change the number to the number desired. Once again, only the right side number will
change.

NOTE: When entering the last lane number, depressing the Left Arrow key on the

keypad will automatically input “Lane #1” as the starting lane. Depressing the Right Arrow

key will input the number of the last lane in the center.

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Once you reach the desired number, depress ENTER, and both numbers will
change to the one you selected. If this is correct, depress the NEXT key.
At this point, this prompt will appear:

RUN LAST PROGRAM

01 24 01

Along with this prompt, the starting lane number, last lane number and conditioning
program number will appear in the LCD. (The example above shows the LaneWalker
starting on lane #1, ending on lane #24, and applying conditioning program #1.)

If the starting and ending lane information is incorrect, depress the LAST key until
you return to the starting and ending lane number prompts. If the conditioner program is
incorrect, it will be necessary to access the Managers Menus to change the program
selection. Once all information is acceptable, depress the START key and the LaneWalker

will begin its operation. (IMPORTANT! The “ENTER” key MUST be depressed to accept

starting and ending lane information, even if new starting and ending lane numbers are not
needed. If the “ENTER” key is not depressed, the LaneWalker will not start.)

NOTE: Manual operation of the LaneWalker can also be done from the

Operators Menu.

To manually operate the LaneWalker in the forward, reverse, right or left direction,
depress the “MAN” key while OPERATORS MENU is displayed on the screen.
The following will appear:

* MANUAL OVERIDE

ONE HOP-ONE LANE

Depress the “RIGHT” arrow to move the LaneWalker to the right, the “LEFT” arrow

to move to the left, the “UP” arrow to move forward, or the “DOWN” arrow to move

backwards. The LaneWalker will move side to side approximately one lane, or one “hop”
forwards or backwards, depending on the directional key depressed.

For continuous manual operation, depress the NEXT key while in the above screen.
The following will appear:

DRIVE RPM 0000

CONTINUOUS RUN

Now when a directional key is depressed, the LaneWalker will move in that direction
until stopped. To stop the LaneWalker, simply depress any key on the keypad or pull on
the power cord holder to actuate the cord-holder shut-down switch.

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When the LaneWalker is operated in the manual mode, a tachometer is available to
assist in adjusting the high and low speed settings of the drive motor. The tachometer
appears on the first line of the keypad screen during a continuous run.

When adjusting for low speed travel on the approach, the tachometer should read
between 42 and 46. If the speed is set too slow, an error message may occur. If too fast,
crooked approach travel or pre-mature wheel wear may occur.

2. Lino Control Menu

Depress the MENU key until the following appears on the screen:

* LINO CTRL&RSET

0600 HIT MAN ENT

To reset the cloth counter, depress the MAN then ENTER keys while this screen is
displayed. Be certain to perform this procedure each time a new roll of duster cloth is
installed in the LaneWalker. When reset, the counter will read “0600”.

NOTE: If usable duster cloth still remains after counting down from “0600”, reset the
counter, then note how many additional lanes can be conditioned before cloth runs out.
After noting the additional lanes of cloth, access the SYSTEM CONTROL LINO DUSTER
Menu. Within this menu access the LINO EMPTY # LANES DEFAULT screen. By using
the Up or Down Arrow, change the default value to the correct number of lanes of cloth.

When this screen is displayed, the UP and DOWN ARROWS will NOT operate the
duster motors. A red push button on each Model C duster plate will operate the motor
when depressed. These buttons will work any time power is applied to the machine.

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3. Odometer Menu

Depress the MENU key until the following screen appears:

ODOMETER

0000 FT 0000 MI

The Odometer will display the feet and miles the LaneWalker has traveled up to that
point.

THIS CONCLUDES ALL MENUS AND FUNCTIONS
ACCESSIBLE BY THE OPERATORS PASSWORD!

TO ACCESS THE FOLLOWING MENU SELECTIONS, IT WILL BE

NECESSARY TO INPUT THE MANAGERS PASSWORD!

The Managers Password is a series of three key entries on the keypad which will
allow access to the LaneWalker Manager Menus. To enter the password, the keypad LCD
must be displaying the LINO CTRL&RSET screen. The factory-set password information
is recorded in the Quality Control Inspection envelope which is included with this manual.
To have the Managers Password changed, please contact your Authorized LaneWalker
Distributor.

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4. Override Auto Program

This menu allows the Supervisor to override the auto program selection and enter a
manual program selection for the current conditioning run.
To reach this menu, depress the MENU key until the following appears:

*OVERRIDE AUTO

PROGRAM?

To continue within the menu, depress NEXT. The following prompt will appear:

CHOOSE PROGRAM #

00 00

Two numbers will be displayed with this prompt, one on the lower right side of the
display and one on the lower left. These numbers refer to the last program entered. Use
the UP or DOWN ARROWS to change the program number. When the desired program
number is reached, press the ENTER key. If both numbers display the correct number,
press the NEXT key.

NOTE: Programs selected in the Override Menu will only override the normal Auto Program
selection for one conditioning run, whether it is the entire center or only a portion. Once all
designated lanes have been conditioned, the conditioning program used will revert back to
the Auto Program Selections.

This concludes the OVERRIDE AUTO PROGRAM menu.

5. Change Program Settings

When the Managers Password is first entered, the following screen will appear:

* CHANGE PROGRAM

SETTINGS

This menu will allow the operator to do the following:

· Change the distances of the conditioner application for each wicking pad within a selected
conditioner program;

· Choose a double oil or second run option if desired; and

· Designate whether or not the DMR duster assembly should be “On” or “Off” during each

program.

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Eleven factory-preset conditioning patterns are stored in the LaneWalker’s computer
memory at the time of manufacture. These preset programs may be altered in the
CHANGE PROGRAM SETTINGS menu. To see a sample graph of the patterns applied
by each of these programs, please see the appendix in the back of this manual.

To continue within this menu, press the NEXT key and the following prompt will
appear:

CHANGE PROGRAM #

00 00

Along with this prompt two numbers will appear, one on the lower left side of the
display, and one on the lower right. Both numbers will display the current program number.

To change the program number, use the UP or DOWN ARROWS. The number on
the right side of the display will change. When the correct number is reached, depress the
ENTER key. At this time, both numbers on the display will be the same as the program
number you selected. If this is correct, depress NEXT.

The following prompt will appear:

RUN LINO DUSTER?

01 1-YES,0-NO 01

This screen controls the operation of the DMR Duster assembly during use of this
program number.

Use the UP or DOWN ARROW to change the number on the left to either “00” or

“01”, then depress ENTER when the desired number is reached. “00” will turn the DMR

Duster “Off” during this conditioning run; “01” will leave it operational.

NOTE: It is recommended that the duster shut-off option be used ONLY when
conditioning freshly cleaned lanes! Not operating the duster cloth on a previously
conditioned lane has been known to cause wick contamination and poor conditioner
flow!

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To continue in this menu, depress the NEXT key and the following screen will
appear:

TRAVEL DIST.

00 00

This prompt will be displayed with two numbers showing the current travel distance
(buff out in feet) for the conditioning program selected. To change this distance, use the
UP or DOWN ARROWS. Once again, the right side number will change. Once the correct
distance is reached, depress ENTER and both numbers will display the new travel
distance. If this is correct, depress the NEXT key.

The following prompt will appear:

RO OIL DIST.

00 00

This prompt, along with the two numbers displayed, refers to the distance down the
lane that the Right Outside wicking pad should be activated. To change this number, use
the UP or DOWN ARROWS. Again, only the right side number will change. Once the
correct distance is reached, depress ENTER and both numbers will display the new Right
Outside Oil Distance. If this number is correct, depress the NEXT key.

The following prompt will appear:

RT OIL DIST.

00 00

This prompt and the two numbers displayed refer to the distance that the Right
Track wicking pad will be activated. To change this distance, follow the instructions for
changing the Right Outside wicking pad. Once the correct number is reached, depress the
NEXT key.

The following prompt will appear:

RI OIL DIST.

00 00

Now the numbers displayed refer to the Right Inside wicking pad. Continue through
this menu repeating the previous procedures.

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The operator will be allowed to change distance for the following:
Displayed Prompt Wicking Pad
LO OIL DIST. Left Outside
LT OIL DIST. Left Track
LI OIL DIST. Left Inside

After depressing the NEXT key and exiting from the LI OIL DIST prompt, the

operator will be given the option for a “Return Oil” run on each wicking pad. The double oil

run will activate the specified pads on the return trip to the foul line.
The first prompt will read:

RO RETURN OIL

00 00

Along with the prompt there will again be two alike numbers in the display. The
procedure for changing these numbers is exactly the same as for the previous distances.

After exiting this prompt, the operator will be allowed to set distances for the
remaining pads:
Displayed Prompt Wicking Pad
RT RETURN OIL Right Track
RI RETURN OIL Right Inside
LO RETURN OIL Left Outside
LT RETURN OIL Left Track
LI RETURN OIL Left Inside

After pressing the NEXT key following the input of the LI RETURN OIL distance, the
operator will be given the chance to choose a Second Run option.

The following prompt will appear:

2ND RUN TRVL DST

00 00

The Second Run option means that following the first application of conditioner on
one lane, the LaneWalker will make a second conditioning run on the same lane before
moving on to the next lane. Depress the NEXT key and the following will appear:

2ND RT OIL DST

00 00

Again a set of numbers designating the current distances will appear with the
prompt. Use the same procedure for changing these numbers as in setting previous
wicking pad distances.

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The operator will be given the opportunity to set distances for the following wicking
pads:
Displayed Prompt Wicking Pad
2ND RI OIL DST Right Inside
2ND LT OIL DIST Left Track
2ND LI OIL DIST Left Inside

NOTE: Due to the thickness of the wicks and the heavy amount of

conditioner applied by them during a normal conditioning run, the two outside

wicking pads (RO and LO) cannot be activated during a Second Run option.

If a Second Run option is not desired, simply enter a “zero” for all wicking pad
distances.

This will conclude the selections within the CHANGE PROGRAM SETTINGS menu.

6. Change Auto Program Select

To reach this menu, depress the MENU key until the following screen appears:

*CHANGE AUTO

PROGRAM SELECT

This menu allows the supervisor to choose the specific conditioning programs to be
used for each day of the week within each time period of the day, and the flexibility to
change conditioning patterns up to a maximum of three times per operation across the
center.

The “real time” clock in the LaneWalker keeps track of the time of day and will run
the program selected for that specific time period. The time periods are not broken down
by the hour, but rather are separated into two time categories, AM and PM. For example, a
conditioning program selected for Monday AM means that operation of the LaneWalker
anytime between 12:01 AM and 12 Noon will apply that selected conditioner program.
To continue within this menu, depress the NEXT key and the following prompt will
appear:

MON AM1 PRGRM#00

LANES 01 THRU 00

When this screen first appears, the current program number will flash on and off,
designating that the selection being made will be for the program number. Use the UP or
DOWN ARROWS to select the number, and depress ENTER once it has been reached.
At this point the last lane number will flash. Again use the UP or DOWN ARROW to select
the number, depressing ENTER when it has been reached.

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The following screen will now appear:

MON AM2 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

When this screen first appears, the current program number will flash on and off.
Use the UP or DOWN ARROWS to change the program number, and depress ENTER
once it has been reached.

At this point again, the last lane number will flash. (The first lane # will automatically
be one more than the last lane selected in the previous menu screen.) Use the UP or
DOWN ARROW to select the correct number, depressing ENTER when it has been
reached.
The following screen will now appear:

MON AM3 PRGRM#00

LANES 00 THRU 00

Again the program number will flash. Select the correct number by using the UP or
DOWN ARROW. (The last lane will automatically be displayed as the last lane in the
bowling center.)
Depress ENTER and the following screen will appear:

MON PM1 PRGRM#00

LANES 01 THRU 00

Continue through these screens using the same procedure for entering numbers as
explained previously for Monday AM. The manager will have the opportunity to select
programming for the following days and times:
Displayed Prompt Day / Time
MON AM (1, 2, 3) Monday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
MON PM (1, 2, 3) Monday, 12 Noon - Midnight
TUE AM (1, 2, 3) Tuesday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
TUE PM (1, 2, 3) Tuesday, 12 Noon - Midnight
WED AM (1, 2, 3) Wednesday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
WED PM (1, 2, 3) Wednesday, 12 Noon - Midnight
THU AM (1, 2, 3) Thursday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
THU PM (1, 2, 3) Thursday, 12 Noon - Midnight
FRI AM (1, 2, 3) Friday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
FRI PM (1, 2, 3) Friday, 12 Noon - Midnight
SAT AM (1, 2, 3) Saturday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
SAT PM (1, 2, 3) Saturday, 12 Noon - Midnight
SUN AM (1, 2, 3) Sunday, 12:01 AM - 12 Noon
SUN PM (1, 2, 3) Sunday, 12 Noon – Midnight

This concludes the selections on the AUTO PROGRAM SELECT menu.

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7. Change Lane-to-Lane Distances

This menu allows changes to be made in the lane-to-lane distance being traveled by
the LaneWalker. The distance of travel from one lane to the next is reflected in this menu
as “counts”, with each count being 1/3”. For example, if the LaneWalker misses entering
the next lane on-center by 1 inch, the distance count would need to be adjusted by 3.
Counts will also need to be adjusted for large distances between pairs of lanes, such as
poles, walkways, etc.

The LaneWalker is factory-set for standard distances between ball return lanes and
division lanes (169 and 148 for left-to-right or right to left operation). These factory settings
are to be used as a starting point, as most centers will have to adjust the lane-to-lane travel
distance during the installation procedure.

NOTE: It is perfectly normal for differences in counts to occur between the

factory settings and the bowling center. It is also common that counts differ

in the center from one pair of lanes to the next.
Counts may also need adjustment in one direction (left to right, for example), but no

adjustment in the other direction (right to left).
There may be a need to re-adjust lane-to-lane distances if new lane-to-lane wheels

are installed.
It will be necessary to walk with the LaneWalker as it conditions and walks from

lane-to-lane. Write down the estimated number of counts to adjust between lanes 1 and 2,
2 and 3, 3 and 4, etc. A Lane-to-Lane Distance Chart is located in the appendix of this
manual for ease of collecting the new lane-to-lane distances.

When adjusting counts, it is not always necessary to get the LaneWalker to enter
the lane exactly on-center. In some instances, the LaneWalker may even “seat” itself
better on the lane surface if it enters a bit off-center.

To get to this menu, depress the MENU key until CHANGE LN TO LN DIST appears
on the display:

* CHANGE

LN TO LN DIST?

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To continue within the menu, depress NEXT. The following prompt will appear
across both lines of the LCD:

L-R HIT RT ARROW

R-L HIT LF ARROW

This prompt is requesting information as to the direction of travel in which the counts
need to be adjusted. If you are adjusting the left-to-right travel, depress the RIGHT
ARROW. If you are adjusting right-to-left travel, depress the LEFT ARROW. For example
purposes in this manual, let’s assume that we are adjusting the left-to-right travel.

The RIGHT ARROW would be depressed and the following prompt would appear:

LAN01TO LANE 02

0171 COUNTS 0171

The top line of the display shows the lane number being traveled from (01) and the
lane number being traveled to (02). The two numbers on the second line display the
current number of counts (0171) between these two lanes. Again, both numbers will be
the same.

Use the UP or DOWN ARROW to adjust the number of counts until the desired
number is reached. Press the ENTER key and both numbers will change to the new count
number. If both numbers displayed are correct, depress NEXT.

The following prompt will appear:

LAN02TO LANE 03

0150 COUNTS 0150

Once again, use the UP or DOWN ARROWS to adjust the counts. When the
desired number is reached, depress ENTER. If both numbers are correct, depress NEXT.
This menu will continue through all lane-to-lane distances until you have reached the last
lane in the bowling center.

After all lane-to-lane distances have been adjusted, it is recommended to walk with
the LaneWalker during the next conditioning run to re-check the distances. It is not
uncommon for these distances to have to be adjusted two or three times.

This concludes the selections within the CHANGE LN TO LN DIST menu.

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8. System Control Lino Duster

This series of screens will be used to adjust the duster unwind time. It is also
possible to change the default number of lanes that a new roll of cloth will dust.
Depress the MENU key until the following screen appears:

* SYSTEM CONTROL

LINO DUSTER

Depress the ENTER and then the NEXT key. The following screen will appear:

PRESENT DUSTER

09 UNWND TIME 09

This screen will display the current unwind time setting for each “ratchet” of cloth.
This number will automatically increase as the size of the supply cloth roll decreases. This
value will return to the default setting when a new roll of cloth is installed and the cloth
counter is reset. NO CHANGES SHOULD BE NEEDED IN THIS MENU.

Depress the ENTER and then the NEXT key. The following screen will appear:

DEFAULT DUSTER

09 UNWND TIME 09

This screen will display the default time for the unwinding of duster cloth. This is the
unwind time for the cloth when a new roll of cloth is installed and the duster counter is
reset. If the value is increased more cloth will be unwound. If the value is decreased less
cloth will be unwound. Changes can be made to this number by using the UP or DOWN
ARROWS.

Depress the ENTER and then the NEXT key. The following screen will appear:

LINO EMPTY # LNS

0600 DEFAULT0600

This screen displays the default number of lanes that a new roll of cloth will
complete. When the duster counter is reset, after installing a new roll of cloth, this is the
value that will be displayed. If changes have been made to the default unwind time, this
value may need to be changed. Use the UP or DOWN ARROWS to change the value.
When the correct value is displayed press ENTER.

This concludes the selections within the SYSTEM CONTROL LINO DUSTER menu.

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9. Clear Maintenance Messages

Depress the MENU key to advance to the following screen:

* TO CLEAR MAINT

MESG HIT MAN KEY

This screen will allow the Supervisor to clear all maintenance messages that have
been activated. Simply depress the MAN key, then the ENTER key when this screen
appears and all messages will be cleared.

IMPORTANT: Supervisor should be certain that all items on the maintenance

inspection have been completed prior to clearing maintenance messages!

THIS CONCLUDES ALL MENUS AND FUNCTIONS

ACCESSIBLE BY THE MANAGERS PASSWORD!

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Section V · Adjustments

A. Buffing Brush Replacement and Adjustment

The buffing brush on the LaneWalker is manufactured of a long-lasting synthetic
bristle which, under normal circumstances, can be expected to last approximately 18
months.

To check the buffing brush adjustment, stand the LaneWalker in an upright position
and hold a level across the drive wheels and rear lane distance counting wheels. The

buffing brush material should extend approximately 3/16” to 1/4” beyond the level for

proper adjustment. The buffing brush is factory adjusted prior to being shipped.
If adjusting is needed, place the machine in operating position. Operate the

LaneWalker on the lane, stopping it at a point just past the arrows. Loosen the jam nuts on
the adjusting screws, along with all three adjusting blocks.

Turn adjusting screws until proper adjustment is reached. (Each full turn on an

adjusting screws is equal to about 1/16” adjustment.) Tighten jam nuts and outside two

adjusting blocks, leaving the center block loose. Operate the LaneWalker back onto the
approach and shut down.

Stand the LaneWalker in an upright position, and move the center adjusting block
until the shaft spins as freely as possible, then re-tighten the center adjusting block.

B. Duster Cloth Replacement and Adjustment

The LaneWalker DMR (Dual Motor Ratcheting) duster cloth assembly is very similar
to a hand-held lane duster - it is gravity-operated and needs very little adjustment. Duster
cloth should be loaded into the assembly as shown in the diagram below:

(Figure 8 - DUSTER CLOTH ROUTING)

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C. Duster Cloth Counter

The LaneWalker is equipped with a Duster Cloth Counter which indicates the
number of lanes remaining on the current roll of duster cloth, and also warns the operator
when no cloth is remaining.

When not enough cloth is left to do the entire center, the following screen will
appear when power is first applied to the LaneWalker:

LINO ALMOST OUT!

0020 MINUTE WARNING!

When the Duster Cloth counter reaches zero, the LaneWalker will stop on the
approach and display the following message:

LINO CLOTH EMPTY

PULL POWER CORD

The LaneWalker will continue stopping on each lane until the duster cloth is
changed and the counter is reset. To reset the counter, follow the instructions in this
manual under LINO CTRL & RSET. After resetting the counter, re-program the
LaneWalker to continue operation.

D. Filling of Conditioner Tank

To fill the conditioner tank, the LaneWalker should be in the upright position on a
level surface. Connect the conditioner fill tube to the tank vent on the front panel of the
LaneWalker. Disconnect the overflow tube from the inside wall of the buffing end, remove
end plug, and hang into an empty clean container. Through the fill tube, either siphon or
funnel conditioner into the tank. The tank will be full when conditioner begins to flow
through the overflow tube into the empty container.

E. Wicking Adjustments

The wick pressure can be adjusted for balance of left and right side pressure across
each wick by adjusting an eyebolt connected to the wicking pad springs. It is suggested
that the lanes be conditioned with the LaneWalker, then graphed using an ABC Take-Up
Device and Lane Reader. If conditioner patterns seem to vary in an area conditioned by
one wicking pad, either increase or decrease the wick pressure by adjusting the springs on
either end of the pad. Generally, springs pulling the pads harder into the transfer roller will
increase conditioner flow, lighter will decrease. Adjust spring pressure and graph lanes
again. (NOTE: Wicking pad springs should not be adjusted so tightly that it causes the
wicking pad solenoids to pull too hard.) If several adjustments on the wicking pad springs
do not balance the condition being applied, replace the wicking pad and re-adjust.

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Conductor #1
HOT VOLTAGE

Conductor #2
NEUTRAL VOLTAGE

Green/Yellow
EARTH GROUND

Section VI · Maintenance

Regular Maintenance: The following items should be done to the LaneWalker on a

regular basis:

A. Care of the Power Cord

Care should be taken to see that the LaneWalker power cord is handled properly
and stored correctly. Do NOT wrap the cord around the machine for storage. Some type of
cord wrap or cord spool should be used for storage. This will add life to the use of the cord.

Should the power cord become damaged or frayed, it should be repaired or
replaced IMMEDIATELY!

B. Wicking pads

Clean any accumulation of dirt and dust from wicking pads after every conditioning

run. USE A SOFT RAG ONLY!! Metal or abrasives will tear at the wick material, causing
wick deterioration and irregular conditioner flow.

WICKING PAD REMOVAL: Periodically it will become necessary to remove a
wicking pad for cleaning or replacement. To do this, disconnect the solenoid cable from all
wicking pads. Disconnect the springs from each pad that will be removed, and pull the pad
out of the tank. To replace the pads into the tank, simply reverse the procedure.

WICKING PAD CLEANING: To clean the wicking pads, wipe the wick material with
a clean, dry cloth until all loose dirt particles are removed.

WICKING PAD REPLACEMENT: When it becomes necessary to replace the wick
material on the LaneWalker wicking pads, use only genuine DBA replacement material and
adhesive. These items may be ordered from your DBA Distributor. Follow the instructions
included with the replacement items for proper installation.
Check the size and direction of the shim(s) in the tank. A different size configuration
may be required when changing wick pads. Two shim sizes are used (0.090” and 0.125”)
to ensure the wick stay seated in the tank during reverse travel.

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CHANGING OF CONDITIONERS: It is not always necessary to replace the wicking
pad material when the type of conditioner being used is changed. When changing
conditioners, remove all six wicking pads from the machine. Drain the conditioner tank
completely. Using a clean, dry towel, squeeze the wicking pads to remove as much of the
conditioner as possible. Use several towels if necessary.
Before replacing wicking pads into the conditioner tank, saturate each pad with the
new lane conditioner to be used. This can be done by using a dispenser such as a clean,

empty ketchup bottle, or by laying the pads into a small shallow pan filled with about ½” of

lane conditioner. Once saturated, re-install all pads into the tank. Fill tank with the new
lane conditioner and the LaneWalker is ready for use.

C. Buffing Brush

Should be wiped with a clean cloth daily.

D. Sensors

Clean during Maintenance Checks by spraying each sensor lightly with electrical

contact cleaner or an air compressor. This will remove oil and dust build-up which could
cause false sensing.

E. Lane-to-Lane Wheels

Dust daily.

F. Drive Wheels

Clean after each operation.

G. “Hopping” Wheels

Clean after each operation.

H. Inside machine

Wipe up excess dust and dirt daily.

NOTE: For best operation, it is recommended that approaches be dusted before
operation of the LaneWalker. Excess dust on the approach can cause lane-to-lane and
hopping wheels to slip, possibly resulting in inaccurate “counts” on the approach and
between lanes!

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I. Automatic Maintenance Checks

The LaneWalker features an Automatic Maintenance program which alerts the
operator as to when to perform regularly scheduled maintenance. In addition to normal
daily maintenance, the LaneWalker requires inspections at 10, 50 and 100 miles of travel.
Each time these distances are reached, a maintenance message will appear. These
messages can only be cleared by the Supervisor once the operator has completed the
required maintenance inspection.

An odometer in the LaneWalker records distance traveled through the LDS, then
displays it on the keypad in the menu immediately following the Duster Cloth menu. When
the pre-determined maintenance distances are reached, maintenance messages will
toggle on the screen opposite the OPERATORS MENU screen:

MAINTENANCE INSP

10 MI NOW DUE

(or 50 MI NOW DUE or 100 MI NOW DUE)
To clear a maintenance message, access the Managers Menus by using the

Managers Password and depress the MENU key until the following screen appears:

* TO CLEAR MAINT

MESG HIT MAN KEY

Depress the MAN key and the maintenance message will now be cleared.
If the maintenance message is not cleared by the seventh day after it first appeared,

the LaneWalker will stop functioning halfway through the bowling center and display the
following message:

MAINTENANCE INSP

NOW OVERDUE

When this message appears, the LaneWalker can be restarted by pulling the power
cord. This will continue to occur until the maintenance message has been cleared by the
Supervisor.

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10

mile

20

mile

30

mile

40

mile

60

mile

70

mile

80

mile

90

mile

Clean entire machine thoroughly

Inspect lane to lane casters

Inspect lane to lane wheels

Inspect “hopping” wheels

Check all chain tensions

Remove wicks: inspect & clean
thoroughly with clean, dry cloth

Inspect wick cables, loops and
eye bolts for tightness and
proper operation

Operator’s Initials

Date

Actual Mileage

Supervisor’s Initials

Date

Section VII • DBA LaneWalker Maintenance Inspections

The following pages contain the suggested maintenance to be performed at 10, 50,
and 100 miles of operation. These inspections and adjustments are necessary so that the
DBA LaneWalker can operate in peak condition.

It is recommended that the operator check off the maintenance items as they are
completed for each inspection. Upon completion, the bowling center supervisor should
review the inspection with the operator, sign the form, and then clear the maintenance
message on the LaneWalker keypad.

Estimated time to complete each maintenance inspection is as follows:
10 Mile: 30 to 45 minutes
50 Mile: 45 minutes to 1 hour
100 Mile: 90 minutes to 2 hours

COMPLETE EVERY 10 MILES OF OPERATION

(Use special 50 and 100 Mile Checklist at Appropriate Times)

NOTICE TO LANEWALKER OPERATORS: When the LaneWalker 10 Mile

Maintenance Inspection is due, please examine the entire machine thoroughly,
paying close attention to the items listed below on the 10 Mile Maintenance
Checklist. When your inspection and repairs are complete, review what has been
done with your Supervisor, then have him/her clear the Maintenance Message on
the LaneWalker keypad.

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COMPLETE ALL ITEMS IN 10 MILE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION

Lubricate all drive chains with 2-3 drops of 30W or 50W oil

Oil felt lube rings at bushings with 2-3 drops of 10W oil

Lubricate LDS shaft bushings with 2-3 drops of 10W oil

Lubricate pivot bolts and bushings on duster assembly with 2-3 drops 10W oil

Lubricate buffer belt idler with 2-3 drops of 10W oil

Check condition of tank vent hose and tank overflow hose

COMPLETE EVERY 50 MILES OF OPERATION

NOTICE TO LANEWALKER OPERATORS: When the LaneWalker 50 Mile

Maintenance Inspection is due, please examine the entire machine thoroughly,

paying close attention to the items below. When your inspection and repairs are

complete, review what has been done with your Supervisor, then have him/her clear

the Maintenance Message on the LaneWalker keypad.

____________________________ ___________
Operator’s Signature Date

____________________________ ___________ ____________
Supervisor’s Signature Date Actual Mileage

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COMPLETE ALL ITEMS IN 10 MILE INSPECTION

COMPLETE ALL ITEMS IN 50 MILE INSPECTION

MISCELLANEOUS:

Check buffing brush adjustment

Check and tighten guide rollers

Check for loose or unsecured wiring

Check tightness of screws on terminal strips and wiring blocks

Check for excessive play in ADS and LDS shafts

MAIN HOPPING WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT: Inspect following for tightness

Left hopping drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Left hopping drive wheel - 2 set screws

Left hopping main drive to secondary drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Left hopping wheel - 2 set screws

Left lane drive wheel - 2 set screws

Wheel position indicator collar - 1 set screw
(2 set screws on replacement collar)

Drive shaft drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Right lane drive wheel - 2 set screws

Right hopping wheel - 2 set screws

COMPLETE EVERY 100 MILES OF OPERATION

NOTICE TO LANEWALKER OPERATORS: When the LaneWalker 100 Mile

Maintenance Inspection is due, please examine the entire machine thoroughly,
paying close attention to the items below. When your inspection and repairs are
complete, review what has been done with your Supervisor, then have him/her clear
the Maintenance Message on the LaneWalker keypad.

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SECONDARY HOPPING DRIVE: Inspect the following for tightness

Secondary drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Secondary hopping wheel adjustment hub - 1 set screw

Transfer drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Buffer bearing collar to buffer shaft - 2 set screws (right)

Left buffer shaft bearing collar - 2 set screws

LEFT SECONDARY HOPPING ASSEMBLY: Inspect the following for
tightness

Secondary hopping assembly adjustment hubs - 1 set screw

Secondary drive sprocket - 1 set screw

LANE-TO-LANE WHEELS: Inspect the following for tightness

Left LTL wheel - 2 set screws

Left LTL wheel sprocket - 1 set screw

Right LTL wheel - 2 set screws

Right LTL wheel measuring sprocket - 1 set screw

LANE DISTANCE SENSOR SHAFT: Inspect the following for tightness

Right LDS wheel - 2 set screws

Right LDS sprocket - 1 set screw

Left LDS wheel - 2 set screws

Transfer roller drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Main drive motor sprocket - 1 set screw

Main drive motor support bearing collar - 2 set screws

Buffer motor drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Lane to lane motor drive sprocket - 1 set screw

Duster motors drive hubs - 1 set screws

CONDITIONER TRANSFER AREA: Inspect the following for tightness

DUSTER AREA: Inspect the following for tightness

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INSPECT THE FOLLOWING FOR TIGHTNESS:
Lane guide rollers (4)

Lane guide roller brackets (4)

Lane-to-lane caster support bolts

Lane-to-lane caster wheel bolts

Lane-to-lane wheel pillow blocks (4) and bolts (8)

Main drive shaft pillow blocks (6) and bolts (12)

Conditioner tank mounting nuts (4)

LDS pillow blocks (3) and bolts (6)

LDS adjustment block bolts (2) and jam nuts (2)

Rear bumper wheel adjusting blocks (2) and Bolts (4)

Rear bumper wheel mounting bolts (2) and jam nuts (2)

Solenoid mounting bolts (24)

All frame assembly bolts

____________________________ ___________
Operator’s Signature Date

____________________________ ___________ ____________
Supervisor’s Signature Date Actual Mileage

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 39

Section VIII • Inputs and Outputs

The LaneWalker PC has 16 inputs (only 7 are used) and 12 outputs (all of them are
used). Inputs accept data from various components in the LaneWalker, then use that
information to control functions of the machine through its outputs. As an example,
distances are input to the PC from the distance sensors, at which point data in ROM or
RAM chips activate certain outputs as programmed. An output in this case might be one of
the wicking pad solenoids.

Here is a list of the Inputs and Outputs of the LaneWalker PC along with their
designations:

INPUT # FROM:
014 LDS (Lane Distance Sensor)
013 ADS (Approach Distance Sensor)
015 WPS (Wheel Position Sensor)
012 Cord Holder Shut-Down Switches
010 Wind-Up Microswitch (DMR duster assembly)
006 On The Lane Microswitch

OUTPUT # CONTROLS:
203 RO Pad solenoid
202 RT Pad solenoid
208 RI Pad solenoid
204 LI Pad solenoid
201 LT Pad solenoid
200 LO Pad solenoid
206 CR1 (Control Relay #1 - Forward)
207 CR2 (Control Relay #2 - Reverse)
205 CR3 (Control Relay #3 - High Speed)
CR4 (Control Relay #4 - Duster)
209 Lane To Lane Motor (Right to Left) & Duster Unwind Motor
210 Lane To Lane Motor (Left to Right) & Duster Wind-Up Motor
211 Buffer Motor

As listed, all inputs have a prefix of “0”, and all outputs a prefix of “2”. These
prefixes are used for programming purposes and are not shown on the PC Input/Output
indicators.

Outputs have a relay assigned to them in the PC. This relay engages when the
Output is activated. These relays are located inside the PC. To replace a relay,
disconnect the two PC terminal strips, then remove the four screws on the PC cover. A
relay removal tool is located in the cover of the PC. Use the tool to grasp the relay by the
sides and carefully pull the relay off of the circuit board. To replace a relay, simply snap
back into place on the circuit board. Replace the tool, the PC cover, and reconnect the PC
terminal strips.

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Each input and output also has an LED indicator on the cover of the PC. If a

particular input or output is engaged, a light will illuminate. (The “0” and “2” prefixes are

dropped from the Input and Output numbering on the PC cover.) For example, if the LDS
is sensing, an LED will light at Input #14. If the LO Pad solenoid is activated, an LED will
light at Output #00. These lights can be extremely helpful in troubleshooting various
functions of the LaneWalker.

• Inputs

1. LDS (Lane Distance Sensor)

The LDS (Lane Distance Sensor) is mounted near the lifting handle which

also acts as a drive shaft for the Lane Distance Wheels. This sensor is a “pass-

thru” type sensor. Sprockets mounted near the sensor turn as the wheels roll along

the lane surface. The sensor shoots an infra-red beam through the teeth on the
sprocket. Every time the beam passes through the teeth, the sensor senses one

count” and passes it along to the PC. Each count is equal to approximately one

inch, twelve counts to a foot.

When the LaneWalker is on the approach, the LDS does not turn. As the

machine sets itself onto the lane surface, the LDS begins to turn. Once two turns or

“counts” have been sensed, the PC knows the LaneWalker is on the lane and then

begins counting distance, as well as activating the high speed on the drive motor.

2. ADS (Approach Distance Sensor)

The ADS is located on the lane-to-lane wheel shaft and measures the

distance traveled on the approach from one lane to the next. The ADS is also a
pass-thru” type sensor, however each count is approximately 1/3 of an inch. This
allows for more accurate and exact distances when traveling from one lane to the
next.

3. WPS (Wheel Position Sensor)

The WPS (Wheel Position Sensor), counts the number of “steps” or “hops”

the “walking” wheels make onto the approach. This sensor is also a “pass-thru”

type. Once the pre-programmed number of “hops” is counted, the PC stops the
drive motor and engages the lane-to-lane motor.

This sensor also assures that the “walking” wheels are in the “up” position

when the LaneWalker stops on the approach. This prevents the wheels from
dragging on the approach as the LaneWalker moves from lane to lane.

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4. Cord Holder Shut-Down Switches

There are two microswitches, one on each side of the LaneWalker, which the

cord-holder rests upon. These are the cord-holder shut-down switches. Unlike

most miniature switches which are “normally open” or “normally closed” to determine

their function, these switches function differently. The PC recognizes the

LaneWalker as ready for operation as long as one switch is actuated and the other

is not. Should both be actuated at the same time, the LaneWalker will not operate.
Once the LaneWalker has begun operation, if one switch actuates, the

machine will go into interlock and shut-down until that switch is returned to the

operating position again.

5. On The Lane Switch

The On The Lane Switch is mounted to the right lane distance pillow block.

As the LaneWalker sets down on the lane at the foul line, the lane distance shaft

begins to turn and actuates the on the lane switch. This switch sends a signal to

input #006 on the PC. Upon receiving this signal from input #006 the PC will accept

two counts from input #014 and the LaneWalker will switch from low to high speed

for its travel down the lane.

6. Wind Up Microswitch

The Wind Up microswitches are mounted on both sides of the duster side

plates. These two switches signal the PC that the DMR duster assembly is

functioning correctly.
The time that the duster will unwind is indicated at the PRESENT DUSTER

UNWIND TIME screen. This value allows the motor to unwind enough cloth so the

cushion roller rests on the lane surface. At the end of the conditioning run the cloth

will wind-up, lifting the cloth and cushion roller off the lane.
As the cloth is wound up the duster pivot arm is pulled tight against the wind-

up microswitch. The wind-up switch sends a signal to the PC input #010, this turns

output #210 off and the wind-up motor stops. If the PC does not receive a signal

from input #010 within 5 seconds of output #210 being turned on, the machine will

stop on the lane and Error Message #10 will be displayed.

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• Outputs

1. Wicking Pad Solenoids

Outputs #200 through #204, and #208 control the wicking pad solenoids.

2. CR1 Control Relay #1

Output #206 operates CR1, which is the Forward Relay of the Drive Motor.

This relay is engaged when the LaneWalker is in a forward motion on the lane and
approach.

3. CR2 Control Relay #2

Output #207 operates CR2, or Reverse Relay of the Drive Motor. This relay

is engaged when the LaneWalker is in reverse on the lane or approach.

4. CR3 Control Relay #3

Output #205 operates CR3, or high speed relay. When the LaneWalker is on

the lane surface, CR3 energizes, thereby operating the two-speed Drive Motor at
high speed.

5. CR4 Control Relay #4

Output #206 also operates CR4 which is the duster & lane to lane motor

relay. When the LaneWalker moving forward the duster motors are operational.
When the machine is not moving forward the lane-to-lane motor is operational.

6. Lane To Lane Motor

The Lane To Lane Motor is controlled by outputs #209 and #210. Output

#209 controls the motor for “right to left” operation on the approach, while output
#210 controls “left to right” operation.

7. Buffer Motor

The Buffer Motor is operated by output #211, along with a contactor

assembly. When the PC activates Output #211, it energizes the contactor
assembly, which then applies power to the Buffer Motor.

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Problem

Cause

Remedy

LaneWalker will not start

1) Did not depress
“ENTER”
after each prompt

2) Fuse blown

1) Re-start LaneWalker
and depress “ENTER”

2) Replace fuse

LaneWalker will not
operate on lane; drive
motor “sputters” while
running

1) Drive motor brushes
dirty, twisted or worn

1) Clean, straighten or
replace drive motor
brushes

No LCD screen

1) Keypad unplugged

2) No power to machine

3) Fuse blown

1) Plug in keypad

2) Restore power

3) Replace fuse

Unable to access
Managers Menus

1) Incorrect Password
used

2) Password entered at
wrong screen

1) Enter correct Password

2) Enter Password at “Lino

Ctrl&Rset” screen

Inconsistent distances
down the lane

1) LDS not functioning
properly

2) LDS counting wheels

not turning freely

1) Repair or replace LDS

2) Repair bind or cause of

wheel slippage

“Hopping” wheels dragging

on approach

1) WPS not functioning

properly

1) Repair or replace WPS

Keypad “locked up”

1) Incorrect key hit on

keypad

1) Turn off power to

machine, then restore
power

Unusual error messages;
Unusual operation

1) PC connectors out of

place or loose

1) Reconnect

Buffing motor not
operating

1) Contactor assembly bad

2) Buffing motor bad

3) PC output relay bad

1) Repair or replace

2) Repair or replace

3) Repair or replace

Wicking pad not operating

1) Solenoid inoperative

2) PC output relay bad

3) Fuse blown

1) Repair or replace

2) Repair or replace

3) Replace fuse

Duster cloth will not
unwind or wind-up

1) Armature on DMR

motor is stuck

2) Bad motor

1) Free up and lubricate

armature bushing

2) Replace motor

Section IX · Troubleshooting

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 44

EM #

LOCATION

POSSIBLE CAUSE

EM #1

Approach to Lane

Starting too far back on approach;
caught on capping or foul lights; low
speed setting too low; faulty, dirty or
broken LDS

EM #2

Lane (downward travel)

LaneWalker caught on splinter; guide
rollers need adjustment; high speed
setting too low; DMR Duster caught on
lane

EM #3

Lane (return travel)

LaneWalker caught on splinter; guide
rollers need adjustment; high speed
setting too low; DMR Duster caught on
lane

EM #4

Lane-to-Lane

No ADS signal; dirty or broken ADS;
machine caught on foul light or capping;
lane-to-lane motor failure; wire loose or
broken from PC output to lane-to-lane
motor

EM #5

Lane-to-Lane

ADS signal interruption; dirty or broken
ADS

EM #6

Lane to approach

No WPS signal; dirty or broken WPS

EM #7

Lane (downward travel 2nd pass)

LaneWalker caught on splinter; guide
rollers need adjustment; high speed
setting too low; DMR duster caught on
lane

EM #8

Lane (return travel 2nd pass)

LaneWalker caught on splinter; guide
rollers need adjustment; high speed
setting too low; DMR duster caught on
lane

EM #10

DMR duster Wind-Up Motor

Duster motor did not wind-up; duster
wind-up microswitch not functioning; no
signal at PC input #010 from duster
wind-up microswitch

Section X · Error Messages

NOTE: In most cases, restarting the LaneWalker after an Error Message can be done by
simply correcting the problem and pulling the cord arm. In some instances,
re-programming of the starting and ending lane numbers may be necessary.

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 45

Section XI · Worksheets

A. Left-to-right travel worksheets
B. Right-to-left travel worksheets
C. Factory-Set Conditioning Programs & Graphs

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 46

Lane Number

Counts

Counts

Counts

1 to 2

171

2 to 3

150

3 to 4

171

4 to 5

150

5 to 6

171

6 to 7

150

7 to 8

171

8 to 9

150

9 to 10

171

10 to 11

150

11 to 12

171

12 to 13

150

13 to 14

171

14 to 15

150

15 to 16

171

16 to 17

150

17 to 18

171

18 to 19

150

19 to 20

171

20 to 21

150

21 to 22

171

22 to 23

150

23 to 24

171

DBA LaneWalker
Lane-to-Lane Distance
Worksheet

Left to Right Travel - Page 1

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 47

Lane Number

Counts

Counts

Counts

24 to 25

150

25 to 26

171

26 to 27

150

27 to 28

171

28 to 29

150

29 to 30

171

30 to 31

150

31 to 32

171

32 to 33

150

33 to 34

171

34 to 35

150

35 to 36

171

36 to 37

150

37 to 38

171

38 to 39

150

39 to 40

171

40 to 41

150

41 to 42

171

42 to 43

150

43 to 44

171

44 to 45

150

45 to 46

171

46 to 47

150

47 to 48

171

Left to Right Travel - Page 2

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 48

Lane Number

Counts

Counts

Counts

48 to 47

171

47 to 46

150

46 to 45

171

45 to 44

150

44 to 43

171

43 to 42

150

42 to 41

171

41 to 40

150

40 to 39

171

39 to 38

150

38 to 37

171

37 to 36

150

36 to 35

171

35 to 34

150

34 to 33

171

33 to 32

150

32 to 31

171

31 to 30

150

30 to 29

171

29 to 28

150

28 to 27

171

27 to 26

150

26 to 25

171

DBA LaneWalker
Lane-to-Lane Distance
Worksheet

Right to Left Travel - Page 1

DBA LaneWalker Model C Operating Manual · Page 49

Lane Number

Counts

Counts

Counts

25 to 24

150

24 to 23

171

23 to 22

150

22 to 21

171

21 to 20

150

20 to 19

171

19 to 18

150

18 to 17

171

17 to 16

150

16 to 15

171

15 to 14

150

14 to 13

171

13 to 12

150

12 to 11

171

11 to 10

150

10 to 9

171

9 to 8

150

8 to 7

171

7 to 6

150

6 to 5

171

5 to 4

150

4 to 3

171

3 to 2

150

2 to 1

171

Right to Left Travel - Page 2

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DBA LaneWalker

Factory-Set Conditioning

Programs and Graphs

On the following pages you will find the factory-set conditioning programs for the
LaneWalker Model “C”, along with graphs made from those programs.

Graphs have only been made for the “full run” patterns, for example those used
following a complete lane cleaning. Programs used as a suggested fill-in pattern have not
been graphed. Due to lineage variations from one center to the next, these programs will
more than likely need to be modified by each center to satisfy their specific needs.

NOTE: These programs and the accompanying graphs are for REFERENCE ONLY!
They are designed to be a starting point for your centers lane conditioning
procedures. It is recommended that when selecting a conditioning pattern from
these programs for the first time, you select one that is closest in distance to those
already in use in your center. Any modifications needed can be made from that
point on.

Graphs made from the same pattern may vary from one center to the next due to
type of lane finish, type of conditioner, wick break-in, etc. Therefore, to duplicate a desired
conditioning pattern from these programs, it is probable that some adjustments to wicking
pad distances may have to be made to your LaneWalker.

For best results when conditioning lanes:

CLEAN ENTIRE LANE DAILY
FILL LANEWALKER CONDITIONER TANK DAILY

TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ABC/WIBC OR FIQ RULES,

DBA PRODUCTS CO., INC. STRONGLY RECOMMENDS
THAT EACH BOWLING CENTER MAKE A GRAPH OF THEIR
CONDITIONING PATTERN WITH AN ABC/WIBC APPROVED

TAKE-UP DEVICE AND LANE READER.

DBA PRODUCTS CO., INC. ALSO MAKES NO IMPLICATION THAT

USE OF A SPECIFIC LANEWALKER PROGRAM WILL AUTOMATICALLY

PRODUCE A CONDITION IN COMPLIANCE WITH ABC/WIBC OR FIQ RULES.