Training Guide Course No. 196514
Level 2 Maintenance, X-1000 Series Dispensing Systems 4-136 P/N 196515 (Revision A)
Information Sheet 4-11-1
Needle Sensor/Tactile Sensor Fault Isolation Procedure
A. Needle Sensor/Tactile Sensor Fault Isolation Procedure
1. The Needle Sensor/Tactile Sensor Fault Isolation Procedure consists of the
following:
Dispensing Calibration Module Verification (Page 4-137)
Tactile Sensor Verification (Page 4-138)
Needle Sensor Verification (Page 4-140)
2. Before troubleshooting, please follow the troubleshooting guidelines below.
B. Troubleshooting Summary
Symptom Possible Cause Recovery
During Setup routine,
error indicates that the
tactile sensor is already
engaged
Tactile sensor “hat” is
stuck in the down
position.
Use isopropyl alcohol and a soft
cloth to remove any residual fluid
from around the circumference of
the “hat” and around the tactile
sensor opening. Carefully remove
any residual fluid from the sensor
tip as well.
LED does not come ON
during routine
Needle Sensor
malfunction.
Call a service technician.
LED is constantly ON Dust in the sensor.
Clean sensor slots with a soft
cloth or by blowing air through
them.
Needle jams too far into
the needle sensor slot
Height change beyond
capability.
Rerun Needle Sensor Setup.
Needle-to-Height Sensor
offset is inaccurate
Fluid build-up on probe
tip caused inaccurate
Height Sensor calibration.
Clean the probe tip with a soft
cloth and recalibrate the Height
Sensor.
C. Troubleshooting Guidelines
1. A dispensing system in need of troubleshooting may have High Voltage
present in both designated and unsuspected places that can result in injury
or death. It is imperative to adhere to the Safety Precautions outlined in the
Safety Section of this training guide.
2. Disconnect and lockout power to systems connected to the dispensing
system (such as loaders and ovens) before troubleshooting. Failure to do so
may result in serious injury or death.
3. Troubleshooting should only be performed by an Asymtek Field Service
Engineer or an Asymtek-trained service technician.
4. Use caution when reaching your hand into the dispensing area while system
is under power. Failure to take appropriate precautions could result in
personal injury or property damage.