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Kodak X-Omat M43 Diagnostics Manual

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Publication No. 981093
October 1994
DIAGNOSTICS
for the
Kodak X-Omat M43 and M43A PROCESSORS
and the
Kodak X-Omat Clinic 1 PROCESSOR
H130_0009DA
CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
© Eastman Kodak Company

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  • Page 1 Publication No. 981093 October 1994 DIAGNOSTICS for the Kodak X-Omat M43 and M43A PROCESSORS and the Kodak X-Omat Clinic 1 PROCESSOR H130_0009DA CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT SERVICES DIVISION © Eastman Kodak Company...
  • Page 2 Kodak’s negligence or other fault. This equipment includes parts and assemblies sensitive to damage from electrostatic discharge.

  • Page 3: Display Panel

    General Description of Errors General Description of Errors Errors • Error codes represent an error or non-standard condition of the PROCESSOR. For further information, see the tables starting on page . • Error codes are indicated by blinking LEDs on the DISPLAY PANEL. •...

  • Page 4: Non-Fatal Errors

    SITE SPECIFICATIONS Non-Fatal Errors A Non-Fatal Error is any error or non-standard condition that can sometimes be corrected by the operator. The PROCESSOR will attempt to correct the problem and will not enter into a protective mode. The PROCESSOR will usually accept film and continue to operate, but the image quality may be reduced.

  • Page 5: Service Routines

    Service Routines Service Routines Service Routine Selection Caution Only qualified service personnel should perform Service Routines. The Service Routines are capable of controlling and testing the following assemblies: • REPLENISHMENT PUMP MOTOR • WASH RECIRCULATION PUMP MOTOR and WASH DIVERTER SOLENOID L3 of the DIVERTER VALVE ASSEMBLY (M43 and M43A only) •...

  • Page 6: Audio Alarm

    SITE SPECIFICATIONS The table below summarizes the Service Routines available and the necessary position for all the SWITCHES on the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD. Table 1 SWITCH Positions for Service Routines SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH Service Routine No Service Routines Running REPLENISHMENT PUMP WASH RECIRCULATION PUMP and WASH DIVERTER SOLENOID L3 of the DIVERTER...
  • Page 7 Service Routines Executing a Service Routine Caution To prevent changing the replenishment rates, do not place any materials on the FEED TRAY which might interrupt the beams of the FILM SENSORS while executing a Service Routine. [1] Remove the TOP COVER from the PROCESSOR. [2] Energize the PROCESSOR.
  • Page 8 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Figure 2 Accessing the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD O-RING POST COVER ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL SUPPORT SHELF H130_0143HCA JACK 100 CIRCUIT BOARD H130_0143HA [8] Enter the Diagnostic Mode by moving SWITCH 1 on the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD to the “ON” position. Note If the PROCESSOR does not enter the Diagnostic Mode, check whether the SERVICE INDICATOR on the DISPLAY PANEL is illuminated.
  • Page 9 Service Routines • If the DC INTERLOCK SWITCH S6 has failed open, the PROCESSOR will remain in the Replenishment Check Mode even when you install the TOP COVER. To exit from the Replenishment Check Mode, you would need – check that the MAGNET is still attached to the TOP COVER and –...
  • Page 10 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Service Routine for the REPLENISHMENT PUMPS [1] Move SWITCHES 1 and 2 to the “ON” position. [2] After 5 seconds, check that the REPLENISHMENT PUMP has started to operate. [3] Check that developer and fixer are flowing in the replenishment lines and into the DEVELOPER and FIXER TANKS.
  • Page 11 Service Routines Service Routine for the WATER INPUT SOLENOID [1] Remove the DRYER RACK and the WASH RACK from the PROCESSOR. [2] Move SWITCHES 1 and 4 to the “ON” position. [3] Check the voltage across SOLENOID L3. The voltage should start at 20 V DC. [4] After 5 seconds, listen for a “click”...
  • Page 12 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Service Routine for the DEVELOPER COOLING SOLENOID (L2) of the DIVERTER VALVE and the WASH PUMP (M43, M43A only) [1] Remove the DRYER RACK and the DEVELOPER RACK from the PROCESSOR. [2] Measure and record the temperature of the solution in the DEVELOPER TANK with a THERMOMETER 761217 near the HEAT EXCHANGER.
  • Page 13 Service Routines Service Routine for the FILM SENSORS The PROCESSOR is capable of reading the following SENSORS: • FILM SENSOR 1, by the “ - ” near the left edge of the FEED TRAY • FILM SENSOR 2, in the middle of the FEED TRAY •...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Procedures

    SITE SPECIFICATIONS Troubleshooting Procedures Checking the SOLID STATE RELAYS for Correct Operation Possible damage from electrostatic discharge. [1] Measure the voltage between CONTACTS 1 and 2. See the figure. (a) If the controlled component should be operating, you should measure +5 V DC at CONTACTS 3 and 4, and a voltage of no more than 2 V AC at CONTACTS 1 and 2.
  • Page 15 Troubleshooting Procedures Checking the resistance of THERMISTORS [1] Disconnect and remove the THERMISTOR. [2] Using a THERMOMETER, determine the temperature of the THERMISTOR at the time of the resistance reading. [3] Measure the resistance of the complete THERMISTOR circuit by doing the steps below. (a) Disconnect P104 from J104 at the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD.
  • Page 16 SITE SPECIFICATIONS October 1994 – 981093...

  • Page 17: Operating Conditions

    Operating Conditions Operating Conditions STATUS INDICATORS While the PROCESSOR is operating, the condition of the PROCESSOR is communicated to the operator as outlined below: • When the READY INDICATOR illuminates and neither the WAIT INDICATOR nor SERVICE INDICATOR is illuminated or blinking, it indicates that: –...

  • Page 18: Normal Operation

    SITE SPECIFICATIONS ERROR CONDITION Blink Patterns Tables and show the blink patterns of the STATUS INDICATORS. Use these codes to diagnose problems before servicing the PROCESSOR. Warning • Only qualified service providers should attempt the diagnostic procedures outlined in the following tables. Doing the following procedures will expose you to high voltage components.
  • Page 19 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrective Action Error 11 1. Check that the main water supply to the PROCESSOR is turned on. Developer is over the 2. Check that the WASH DRAIN VALVE and the DEVELOPER DRAIN VALVE are set temperature closed and not leaking.
  • Page 20 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrective Action 15. Use the Service Routine for the WATER INPUT SOLENOID to check whether the SOLENOID is operating. • If the SOLENOID is not operating, clean the WASH INLET BAR and the SCREEN on the SOLENOID. Check that the voltage across the SOLENOID is 20 V DC for one second, then decreases to a holding voltage of 4 V DC, and then decreases to 0 V DC when off.
  • Page 21 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrective Action Error 12 1. Check the developer temperature. Developer is under the • Normal warm-up time from 22°C (72°F) is 20 minutes. set temperature 2. Check that the room temperature is 15°C (59°F) or higher. 3.

  • Page 22: Circuit Board

    SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrective Action Error 13 1. Film can be fed but may exit the PROCESSOR damp. DRYER is under the set 2. Normal warm-up time is: temperature • 15 to 20 minutes in average site conditions Occurs when •...
  • Page 23 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrective Action TOP COVER is not 1. Install the TOP COVER onto the PROCESSOR. seated correctly 2. Check that the TOP COVER is seated correctly. 3. Check that the main power to the PROCESSOR is turned on. Ready - Off 4.
  • Page 24 SITE SPECIFICATIONS October 1994 – 981093...
  • Page 25 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 01 1. Try to reset the PROCESSOR by de-energizing it, waiting 5 seconds, and energizing CIRCUIT BOARD Error 2. Install a new 100 CIRCUIT BOARD. Occurs when either the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD or a component on the BOARD is malfunctioning.
  • Page 26 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 02 1. Try to reset the PROCESSOR by de-energizing it, waiting 5 seconds, and energizing Loss of air flow it. Monitor the PROCESSOR for 15 minutes to see if the error occurs again. 2.
  • Page 27 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 03 1. Try to reset the PROCESSOR by de-energizing it, waiting 5 seconds, and energizing AIR VANE SWITCH Error 2. Check that the AIR VANE SWITCH is not remaining in the “UP” position. 3.
  • Page 28 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 05 1. De-energize the PROCESSOR. DRYER is over 2. Check that the VENTS in the TOP COVER and the DRIVE SIDE ACCESS PANEL temperature. are not blocked. 3. Check the DRYER BLOWER for obstructions. Occurs when the temperature of the 4.
  • Page 29 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 06 1. De-energize the PROCESSOR. Unable to determine the 2. Check that the ambient room temperature is not below 15°C (59°F). DRYER temperature 3. Check that J104 is securely connected to the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD. Occurs when the 4.
  • Page 30 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 08 1. Check that the main water supply to the PROCESSOR is turned on. Developer is over the set 2. Check that the main water supply: temperature range • is 5°C (8°F) lower than the developer set-point temperature when the set-point temperature is 33.9°C (93°F).
  • Page 31 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrrective Action 12. Check SSR-U3 for the DEVELOPER HEATER. Use the procedure on page . 13. Use the procedure on page to measure the resistance of the DEVELOPER THERMISTOR at CONNECTOR P/J19 PINS 1 and 2. See Table on page to compare the reading to the correct resistance.
  • Page 32 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 09 1. Check the developer temperature. Developer is under set • Normal warm-up time from 22°C (72°F) is 20 minutes. temperature range 2. Check that the room temperature is 15°C (59°F) or higher. Occurs when the 3.
  • Page 33 Operating Conditions Error Condition Corrrective Action 10. If the control to SSR-U3 is not +5 V DC, but the THERMISTOR circuit is operating correctly, continue doing the steps that follow until you identify the problem on the 100 CIRCUIT BOARD. •...
  • Page 34 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Error Condition Corrrective Action Error 10 1. Film can be fed, but may exit the PROCESSOR damp. DRYER is under set 2. Normal warm-up time is: temperature range • 15 to 20 minutes in average site conditions Occurs when the •...
  • Page 35 Operating Conditions Fatal Error Effects on Component Operation Dryer Error Developer Dryer Blower/ Wash Incoming Condition Indicator Lights Heater Heater Drive Motor Replenishment Pump Water Error 01 - Ready, Wait - OFF 100 Board Service - 1 blink Error Error 02 - Ready, Wait - OFF Normal ON until film...
  • Page 36 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Non-Fatal Error Effects on Component Operation Dryer Error Developer Dryer Blower/ Wash Incoming Condition Indicator Lights Heater Heater Drive Motor Replenishment Pump Water Error 07 - Ready, Wait - OFF Normal Normal Normal Normal Film Service - 7 blinks control control control (ON)
  • Page 37 Mechanical Diagnostics - Quick Reference Mechanical Diagnostics - Quick Reference Note For details, see the section starting on page 41. 1. Transport Failure 2. Surface Artifacts 3. Abnormal Film Densities 4. Wet Films 5. Low Solution Levels 6. Overlapping of Films •...
  • Page 38 SITE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Transport Failure 2. Surface Artifacts 3. Abnormal Film Densities 4. Wet Films 5. Low Solution Levels 6. Overlapping of Films • • Check that the FILM SENSORS operate correctly. • • • Check that the BLOWER has reached operating speed. Check for a malfunction of the AIR VANE SWITCH.
  • Page 39 Mechanical Diagnostics - Quick Reference 1. Transport Failure 2. Surface Artifacts 3. Abnormal Film Densities 4. Wet Films 5. Low Solution Levels 6. Overlapping of Films • • Check the film path between the DRYER RACK and the WASH RACK. The FEET on the FIXER RACK should support the DRYER RACK.
  • Page 40 SITE SPECIFICATIONS October 1994 – 981093...
  • Page 41 Mechanical Diagnostics - In Detail Mechanical Diagnostics - In Detail Problem — Transport Failure or Film Overlapping Film Feeding Remedies [1] Make sure you feed only one sheet of film at a time. Make sure that if you are feeding a 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in.) sheet of film, you feed the film against the right FILM GUIDE.
  • Page 42 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Problem — Surface Artifacts or Abnormal Densities Film Feeding Remedies [1] Make sure that you feed only standard cycle films. Replenishment Remedies [2] Check that the REPLENISHMENT RATES are set for correct replenishment. See the Replenishment Rate Sheet, Publication No. 1C0578. [3] Check that: •...
  • Page 43 Mechanical Diagnostics - In Detail Roller Remedies [15] Check that the surfaces of all the ROLLERS are clean, smooth, and straight. [16] Check that the EVAPORATION COVERS are installed. [17] Check that all ROLLERS are correctly positioned and are rotating freely. [18] Check that all ROLLER GEARS, SPROCKETS, and IDLERS are engaged.
  • Page 44 SITE SPECIFICATIONS Problem — Wet Films Film Feeditn Remedies [1] Make sure you feed only compatible films for RP chemistry. Replenishment Remedies [2] Check that the REPLENISHMENT RATES are set for correct replenishment. See the Replenishment Rate Sheet, Publication No. 1C0578. [3] Check that: •...
  • Page 45 Mechanical Diagnostics - In Detail Dryer Remedies [13] Check that the AIR TUBES are in the correct positions. [14] Remove any dirt from the AIR TUBES and from within the SLOTS in the AIR TUBES. Use a BOTTLE BRUSH TL-4833 to clean only the inside of the AIR TUBES. Rinse the AIR TUBES with water and allow them to dry before installing them.
  • Page 46 Updated the Print Back Cover Date OCT94 981093 2622-117 All Pages dc3229_1_01oct94.doc Major Revision and Update to Bring Manual to Final Release Status Kodak and X-Omat are trademarks. Customer Equipment Services Division dc3229_1_01oct94.doc EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY ROCHESTER, N.Y. 14650 Printed In USA...

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