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Vacuum / Pressure Troubleshooting (continuation)
The possible causes of poor vacuum are:
a) mould or baseboard is blocking and covering the vacuum hole preventing air flow (*)
b) Top frame or table seals are worn or damaged and may need replacing.
c) The mould table, top frame or reducing plates are damaged or distorted.
d) Vacuum table pipe has been disconnected from underside of table.
e) Vacuum pump filter is blocked.
f) Vacuum circuit has loose or damaged pipes.
g) Vacuum valve is blocked.
h) Pump diaphragm is damaged.
i) Pump is faulty.
(*) Use the table mesh provided with the machine
Service / Repair
Cleaning
Ensure the inside of the machine and the heater tray is cleared of dust, dirt and debris. Do not allow dirt and
loose particles to build up, particularly on the heater tray.
Lubrication
The 300XQ requires minimum lubrication.
Apply general purpose grease to the table guide bars when required to assist with table movement.
Apply a small amount of fine silicone oil or fine oil to the heater slide bars when required to assist free
movement of the heater.