Gator Automatic Butt Fusion Range
Operating Manual
EDOI6922 Page 28 of 44 Issue 02
12 Error messages
During the welding cycle, the controller monitors the system for problems which could potentially result in poor joints. In the event of
such a problem, or if an unexpected event occurs, a message is issued indicating its nature. The following shows the failure modes,
likely causes and remedies.
The error message numbers have been retained from previous ABF products for consistency. Some of the old error messages have
been removed since they no longer apply. Also included in the chart are other general faults.
Trimmer has not reached
end point in allowed time
Blunt blades
No blades fitted
Trimmings are clogging the
blades
Poorly set blades
Sharpen or replace the blades.
Fit blades.
Press red button, open the machine and remove
swarf from blades.
Adjust the blade settings.
Unexpected clamp
movement was detected
during the CHECK stage
Clamps or liners were not secure
Press red button, open the machine, reset the
pipes, re-secure the pipes ensuring they are
fixed firmly, then re-trim and re-check.
Bead not formed as
expected in the allowed
time
Wrong pipe parameters were
selected
Press red button. Select the correct pipe type;
start joint again.
Excessive heater plate
removal time experienced
Heater stuck in non-up position
Heater up switch faulty
Check heater and machine for obstructions.
Contact supplier.
Excessive heater plate
removal time experienced
Heater not ejected quickly enough
Machine movement obstructed
Check heater and machine for obstructions.
Ensure pipes are well supported throughout the
welding process.
The heater plate has been
detected at an
inappropriate stage
Press the machine open key to eject the heater
and then follow the screen prompts.
The trimmer has been
detected at an
inappropriate stage
Trimmer positioned in error
Remove the trimmer and follow the screen
prompts.
The measured drag
exceeds 60 bar
Support the pipes using pipe support rollers
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