154 Chadwick-Helmuth Company, Inc.
Chapter 6 - Maintenance
Problem: RPM Reading Erratic
Interrupter gap
(magnetic pickup)
too small
Increase the gap between the interrupter and
magnetic pickup.
Small or misaligned
retro-reflective
target (photocell)
Recheck the photocell setup and alignment.
Use the correct target width.
Cable damaged Inspect the cable for damage, short circuits,
bent pins, and/or opens.
Damaged connector
and/or bent pin
Inspect the nine-pin connector for damage.
Problem: Unit Not Printing
Damaged connector
and/or bent pin
Inspect the nine-pin connector for damage.
Bad cable Inspect the cable. Replace it if necessary.
Printer setup/charge Ensure that the printer is correctly set up and
powered.
Problem: Strobex Not Flashing
Power not attached Check the general Strobex setup. Ensure that
the external power is attached and on.
No incoming RPM The Strobex flashes once when the user pulls
its trigger. Check the incoming RPM
transducers and the general setup.
Damaged connector
and/or bent pin
Inspect the nine-pin connector for damage.
Possible Cause Corrective Action (Continued)