Troubleshooting - NovaTec GSL Series User Manual

9.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

Most loader problems are a result of a dirty filter, air leaks or improper adjustments.
These items should be checked before assuming equipment failure.
Problem
Motor will not run
Inadequate or no vacuum
Inadequate or no material flow
Motor runs but proportioning solenoid not operating
CHECK
A. Power Supply
B. Stop/Start Switch
C. Vacuum motor
D. Filter
E. Air Ducts
F. Leaks in system
G. Blowback air
pressure incorrect
H. Limit switch
I. Load Time
J. Pulse rate
K. Dump time
L. Pulse solenoid
CONDITIONS
No voltage or voltage incorrect
voltage at outlet
No voltage through switch
No voltage at motor
Filter dirty
Obstructed
Air leaking into system
Low pressure
No voltage through switch
Chamber not filling sufficiently
Chamber over-filling
Insufficient to clean filter
Insufficient to allow complete
emptying of chamber
Correct voltage at solenoid
Investigate
A, B, C, H, and L
D, E, F, G, J
D, E, F, and G, I, K
L
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SOLUTION
Check incoming
power supply
Replace switch
See A,B, & L
Replace filter
(Also see G & J)
Remove obstruction
Replace gaskets &
repair leaks as necessary
Increase pressure
(not to exceed 125 psi)
Replace switch
Increase load time
Decrease load time
Increase rate
Increase time
Replace solenoid