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Your Edwards Ironworker is designed for consistent, long-term use. In the event of operational problems, refer to the following troubleshooting
strategies prior to contacting your Edwards Dealer. Turn off power to machine by pressing the red stop / off button or lockout upstream power at
the main electrical panel before any trouble shooting activity.
Problem Solution
Machine will not run Check safety cap at Hydraulic Accessory Pack installed
Twist E-stop if depressed
Check the mode Ironworker/Accessory/Auto Cut
Con rm the correct voltage
Check fuses
Machine runs but will not cycle Check rotation of motor
Check correct amp/voltage to machine
Check drive key is in place
Check foot pedal cable obstruction
Check power supply for green light
Check electric foot pedal for obstruction
Check proximity switches
Machine cycles down but will not return to neutral position Check rotation of motor
Check return spring at valve
Check foot pedal linkage
Machine turns off after short time in use Check correct amp/voltage to machine
Brass shavings below gib-pins and slides Brass shavings are common and expected during the
break-in period and after blade maintenance
Hydraulics feel hot after operation Hydraulic system operates within the
160 – 190 degree range
Punch and die do not close completely Check for open station tooling obstruction
Punch and die misalignment Check that punch is tight in holder
Check that punch stud is secure in block
Check for table alignment
Machine will not complete punch Check tonnage of machine rating against
steel hardness and thickness
Check for work station obstruction
Check foot pedal linkage
Check hydraulic uid level
Check slides for wear or obstruction
Check electric stroke control option
Check die support plate
Hydraulic oil over ow/foaming at breather cap Check hydraulic uid level
Check for loose hose coupling
Troubleshooting
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