Signode TENSION-WELD VT-16HD Operation, Parts And Safety Manual page 22

TROUBLESHOOTING, Continued
#10 CONDITION: Strap weld time is erratic.
CAUSE
1. Air leakage in timing circuit.
2. Dirty or very dry pilot valve (Key 106).
3. Weld time flow control (Key 88) is contaminated
with debris or oil.
#11 CONDITION: Weld time is too long.
CAUSE
Too much oil in the air supply system of the tool.
#12 CONDITION: The cut-off has become difficult.
CAUSE
1. Strap residue jamming cutter mechanism.
2. Cutter blade worn or damaged adjustability.
#13 CONDITION: Welded strap is misaligned.
CAUSE
1. The tool is not being operated properly.
2. Teeth of upper weld gripper (Key 62) or lower
weld gripper (Key 50) are damaged.
3. Teeth of feedwheel (Key 47) or tension gripper
(Key 48) are damaged.
REMEDY
1. Check o-rings and pneumatic components for
leaks. Replace parts as required.
2. Remove, clean and lubricate the pilot valve
using air line oil or replace if needed.
3. Remove part and clean using dry compressed
air.
REMEDY
Purge the tool of all excess oil.
REMEDY
1. Clean parts as required.
2. Replace as required.
REMEDY
1. Review operating instruction shown in this
manual for proper operation of tool.
2. Replace damaged parts as needed.
3. Replace damaged parts as needed.
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