Gator Automatic Butt Fusion Range
Operating Manual
EDOI6922 Page 29 of 44 Issue 02
The machine has detected
unexpected clamp
movement during the
welding cycle
Clamps were loosened
prematurely
Press red button and abort the joint.
Emergency stop button pressed
Power failed
Ensure generator has enough fuel. Do not
switch off during process
Emergency stop button pressed
Power failed
Ensure generator has enough fuel. Do not
switch off during process
Emergency stop button pressed
Power failed
Ensure generator has enough fuel. Do not
switch off during process
Emergency stop button pressed
Power failed
Ensure generator has enough fuel. Do not
switch off during process
Emergency stop button pressed
Power failed
Ensure generator has enough fuel. Do not
switch off during process
Machine could not detect
movement
Hydraulic connectors not
connected correctly
LVDT cable not connected
correctly Pipes not correctly
supported
Connect the hydraulic connectors
Connect the LVDT cable correctly
Use pipe support rollers
Pressure achieved does
not match that expected
Blocked hydraulic line filter
Pressure control system error
Replace the filter
Contact supplier
Controller not level
Oil needs topping up
Ensure that the controller is positioned on level
ground
Top up with approved oil
The measured trimmer
current is not as expected
Trimmer system jammed
Current calibration fault
Remove blockage
Contact dealer.
Heater channels not
balanced
The two heater plate
temperature measurements
differ by more than 5 ºC
Faulty thermocouple in heater.
Water ingress in plug or socket.
Calibration fault.
Contact dealer.
Spray with WD40, shake out excess and allow
to dry
Contact dealer
Heater plate temperature
higher than specification
limit
Overshoot when heating up from
cold
Wrong welding standard selected
Calibration fault
Allow time for temperature to settle
Wrong welding standard configured
Contact dealer