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5.1 Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Possible Causes Solution
Carriage
does not run
Check to see if the machine is plugged in.
Check carriage speed knob is at minimum
position – if so turn carriage speed knob to a
higher setting.
Check to see if the chain is broken or
disconnected.
Carriage sliding block is jammed – realign slide
block.
Plug machine into adequate
power 110 Volt outlet.
Replace chain or reinstall chain
/ remove any debris.
Loosen slider blocks to realign
and lubricate with a dry lube.
Adjust speed potentiometer to
correct speed.
Film breaks
Speed is not set well between load force and
turntable speed – adjust the settings.
Check for cuts in film.
Move dancer bar without film to see if motor
turned on.
Pre-stretch chain is broken or jammed –
reinstall chain or refasten chain wheel.
Replace roll of film.
Faulty drive / look for rdy on
display. May need replaced.
Replace chain or reinstall chain
and tighten all hardware.
Adjust speed potentiometer to
correct speed.
Scale does
not work
Is the machine level.
Are all of the leveling feet in the proper place?
Start by placing the machine on
a flat surface and using a level.
Using the leveling feet supplied
and screw into load cell.
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