Rowe RE6 Troubleshooting Manual

Troubleshooting Guide
System limitations –
The maximum draw on any single output should be limited to 3 amps,
With a total power handling capacity\limit of 5.5 Amps. If you wish to drive higher amperage loads, install a
relay, and use the RF system to control the relay.
a) If you are using the wireless system in combination with a manual control (toggle switch, wired pendant, etc)
you must either install diodes on the RF unit's outputs, or have a switch to disconnect\isolate the RF unit
during manual control operation. Failure to do so will allow back-feed current into the RF unit's outputs, and
cause permanent damage to the system.
b) Incorrectly connecting the power and ground leads, or output circuit wires will damage the system. Do not
reverse polarity on the power & ground wires. Do not connect output wires to any live voltage source. Damage
will occur. Damage caused by incorrect wiring\reverse polarity is not covered by warranty
Basic troubleshooting actions and important information
To quickly and effectively test\troubleshoot the system, the use of a voltage meter is suggested. It will
allow you to quickly and efficiently locate and rectify any problems you are having.
#1 rule in troubleshooting:
Important note:
conditions. They are not indicators of ample supply voltage, and should not be viewed as such. . -- Test battery
voltage, and replace or fully charge batteries as needed.
1) Replace the transmitter battery -
erratic, or faulty system operation is low transmitter (remote) battery voltage. This should be the first
action taken if/when system behavior issues arise.
Any time the transmitter battery voltage drops below 2.85 volts, the battery needs replaced.
a) Even in newly purchased units, the installed battery may be partially discharged. Like a car battery, or
any other, the battery will slowly discharge over time, even when sitting idle.
b) Any unit sent in for warranty service, where the only problem found is a discharged battery, will not be
covered under warranty; service charges will appy.
other troubleshooting efforts.
2) Verify adequate supply voltage \ power to the receiver
or faulty system operation is low power supply voltage. Test and or charge the vehicle 12V battery
if/when system behavior issues arise.
The radio system requires a constant power supply of 10+Volts. Any time the vehicle battery voltage
drops below 10 volts (under load), the battery should be recharged, or replaced.
a) a 12V battery may be able to start a small engine, yet not be able to maintain an adequate,
constant supply of voltage to the radio unit.
evidence of adequate battery power/voltage.
b) If a permanent battery charging system is not on your piece of machinery, and you're having trouble, it's likely that
you have a low battery voltage situation. (a battery tender should be used to keep the battery fully charged)
Charge your battery.
c) Any unit sent in for warranty service where, after a full service inspection, evaluation and performance testing
procedure, no problem is found, service charges will be applied.
to pursuing additional other troubleshooting efforts.
RE6 System
Do not exceed the system design parameters
Damage caused by electrical feedback is not covered by warranty.
Insufficient power supply = Insufficient performance
The LED indicators, on both the transmitter and receiver, will function in low/insufficient power
(Type CR2032 – 3 Volt) Bar none, the most common cause of
Important information:
Important information:
A battery's ability to start a small engine SHOULD NOT be taken as
User induced damage is not covered by warranty.
Change your transmitter battery prior to making any
–
The second most common cause of erratic,
Test, charge, or change your vehicle battery prior