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Series 71 – Modulating Controller - Electric Actuator
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Refer to the actuator manual before adjusting or replacing any actuator
components Before testing or acting on any issues check for any active
faults
Resolving Issues
Issue Possible Causes Possible Solutions
S Servo does not
turn on when power is
applied Heartbeat is
OFF
Fuse is blown Verify and replace fuse
S Servo is incorrectly
wired
Verify wire connections
against the wiring diagram
S Servo is not receiving
power
Evaluate the Input Power
connection with a multimeter
or oscilloscope
Power is not correct Check the provided power
against the voltage listed for
the S Servo and actuator
Heartbeat is ON and not
flashing Heartbeat is
OFF and not flashing
other LEDs ON
Internal timer fault due to
power surge
Remove and reapply power
Contact Factory
Actuator moves back
and forth near setpoint
(hunting)
Excessive noise on the
signal lines
Use an oscilloscope to
evaluate for the presence of
EMI
Utilize EMI reducing
techniques to mitigate the
issue
S Servo not responding
to command signal
S Servo in
autocalibration mode
Check the indicators for
autocalibration mode
S Servo is incorrectly
wired
Verify wire connections
against the wiring diagram
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING
Turn off all power and lockouttag out service panel before installing or modifying any
electrical wiring