MIC TRAC Operation Manual Model MT-3000
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Troubleshooting Guide
DRO display is not illuminated. Power supply is turned off.
Power cord not plugged in.
Blown fuse.
Turn on power switch.
Check both ends of power cord.
Replace fuse.
DRO will not zero. Cables damaged or not properly
connected.
Check cables.
DRO display does not change
when adjustment knobs are
turned.
Locks are engaged.
Cables damaged or not properly
connected.
At end of travel.
Force-Lok units must have anvils
brought together to reset DRO.
Loosen locking knob
Check cables.
Traverse movable block.
See Zeroing the MIC TRAC,
Page 20.
Gage does not repeat accurately. Debris under or between setting
blocks.
Loose setting blocks.
Movable blocks being moved too
fast.
Remove, clean and reinstall
blocks.
Tighten hold down bolts.
Adjust movable block at a slower
rate
.
Setting blocks do not make
contact.
Debris between setting blocks. Remove, clean and reinstall
blocks.
The movable block does not move
when the handle is turned.
Locking knob is engaged Loosen locking knob.
Printer does not function. Cables damaged or not properly
connected.
Printer power switch is off.
Check cables.
Turn switch on. Refer to printer
instruction Manual.
Gage does not appear to calibrate
accurately.
A temperature compensation
may be required if the gage and
part are at different
temperatures.
Measure temperature of gage
and part and make
compensation.
DRO display reads
“CALIBRATION ERROR” when
powered on.
Loose or missing Force cable.
Brake may be locked with a load
applied to moving anvil.
Check for cable and connections.
Unlock brake and verify moving
anvil is moving freely and is in a
neutral position.
DRO continues to display
“CALIBRATION ERROR”
The unit may have failed a self-
diagnostic check at power up.
Contact Gagemaker for help.