Conditioning System Problems That Do Not Display Errors - Kegel IKON Lane Machine Operation Manual

2. Oil Head Motor does not run in one or both directions.
a. Motor has failed.
b. Motor brushses worn. Remove/inspect and blow out motor.
c. Motor unplugged (CN3) or has a damaged wire.
d. PLC output 101CH 00 has failed causing no operation.
e. PLC output 101CH 01 has failed causing no operation right to left.
This error lets you know that the machine is low on conditioner (oil). Simply inspect the
conditioner level in the tank and add if necessary.
If this does not clear the error the float may have
a problem. In a pinch you may temporarily
bypass the float allowing you to finish
conditioning.
By simply pressing the TEMPORARY FLOAT BYPASS
button, it will override the OUT OF CONDITIONER
error message. When the machine powers
down, it will reset back to normal operation.

Conditioning System Problems that DO NOT Display Errors

There are a number of things that can go wrong even if the machine appears to
operate correctly. Most of these problems can be caught before the bowlers notice
them but only if the operator is paying attention. Doing a calibration test every day
will eliminate many problems from turning into disasters.
1. Oil Pump fails to run.
a. Motor is unplugged or has a damaged or open connection.
b. Motor has failed.
c. PLC output 100CH 06 failed.
2. Buffer fails to run, which will cause serious conditioning problems if the motor works
on some of the lanes and fails on others.
a. Blown fuse.
b. Motor is unplugged or has a damaged or open connection.
c. The buffer motor relay failed or is loose in the base.
d. Motor has failed.
e. Belt is broken.
3. Machine oils 2-2 more than programmed or looks as if it is just oiling 2-2 badly (a.k.a.
Sport Shot Error).
a. Board counting target is loose but not giving errors.
b. Gap is too large between the board counting sensor and the target.
c. Oil tip insert has come out of the line (Replace with part # 154-6832).
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