Edge/Edge Blanket Troubleshooting
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Chapter 6
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter includes troubleshooting in the areas listed below.
6.1 CHI Diagnostic Message Index 6.7 Spread Section
6.2 LED Diagnostics 6.8 Discharge Section
6.3 Electrical 6.9 Sensor Function
6.4 Mechanical 6.10 CHI Panel
6.5 Inlet Section 6.11 Compressed Air System
6.6 Transfer Section
Unusual operating symptoms that occur during the checkout or operation of the unit must be
diagnosed and corrected immediately. Mechanical and pneumatic problems can often be detected by
visual inspection. Diagnosis of electrical malfunctions as well as some pneumatic problems requires
maintenance personnel familiar with electrical/electronic circuitry and/or compressed air systems.
Electrical component diagrams are located at the back of this manual in the SCHEMATICS section.
Several systems and subsystems work together to provide consistent, high quality results. It is important
to consider each system when troubleshooting the unit. Each section in this chapter lists issues, possible
causes, and solutions. If an issue occurs that is not addressed in this chapter, please contact your local
authorized CHICAGO
®
dealer or the Chicago Dryer Company factory Service Department. For a list of
common issues that can occur in each system, proceed to the Troubleshooting Symptoms page.
To better understand a component’s function or how components work together, review the
OPERATING PRINCIPLES chapter. A complete understanding of the electrical operation will be of
value when troubleshooting this unit.
Some remedies require repair by trained and experienced personnel. Please contact your local
authorized CHICAGO
®
dealer or the Chicago Dryer Company factory Service Department.
WARNING
Never bypass any of the safety devices. This could result in serious
injury to operators and maintenance personnel.
Only trained personnel with experience in steam, electrical, and
mechanical repair should troubleshoot and repair the unit.
Unless otherwise indicated, perform troubleshooting, maintenance,
and repair only when the unit is OFF, with power disconnected.