Chapter 6: Troubleshooting; Problems, Causes, And Solutions - Aerotech SOLOIST Hardware Manual

Soloist Hardware Manual
CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING
In This Section:
 Problems, Causes, and Solutions...............................6-1
 Soloist Test Points ....................................................6-3
 Fuse Replacement .....................................................6-4
 Soloist Board Assembly ............................................6-5
 Preventative Maintenance .........................................6-7
6.1.

Problems, Causes, and Solutions

This section covers symptoms, probable causes, and solutions related to Soloist operation.
Table 6-1 lists the most common symptoms of irregular operation and the possible causes
and solutions for these faults. More information can be found in the Soloist HMI help.
Before performing the tests described in Table 6-1, be aware of lethal voltages inside
the controller and at the input and output power connections. A qualified service
technician or electrician should perform these tests.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Motor/Soloist chassis may exceed 50° C.
Disconnect power to the Soloist main supply and optional supply before servicing.
Hazardous voltages may be present at Mains inlet and motor connectors.
Voltages must be mechanically secured before applying power.
Motors must be mechanically secured before applying power.
Risk of electric shock.
Residual voltages inside the Soloist controller may exceed 60 Volts after AC power
has been disconnected for 10 seconds.
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