Tormach 8L - 7.11 Frequently Found Problems

7: TROUBLESHOOTING
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7.10 REQUIRED TOOLS
This procedure requires the following tools. Collect them before you begin.
l #2 Phillips screwdriver
l #3 Phillips screwdriver
l 1/8 in. flat-blade screwdriver
l 3/16 in. flat-blade screwdriver
l Digital multimeter that can test for:
o
Vac volts (up to 300 Vac)
o
Vdc volts (up to 100 Vdc)
o
Resistance (from 0 to 1M ohms)
o
Hz (frequency)
l Electrical safety gloves
l Measuring tools (like a tape measure, calipers, or dial indicator with magnetic base)
l Needle nose pliers
l Trouble light, headlamp, or flashlight
l Wire stripper
7.11 FREQUENTLY FOUND PROBLEMS
There are several frequently found problems with all electromechanical machinery. Among the problems that have occurred, we've found
that the following are more frequent than others:
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Loose Wires
Note: Before you begin the two-finger pull test, we recommend taking photos of the inside of the electrical cabinet to serve
as a visual reference while reconnecting any loose wires.
To determine if a wire is loose, use the two-finger pull test:
1. Power off the machine and the PathPilot controller.
a. Push in the Emergency Stop button on the operator box, which removes power to motion control.
b. From the PathPilot interface, select Exit.
c. Turn the Main Disconnect switch to OFF on the side of the electrical cabinet.
d. Follow correct lockout/tagout procedures.
2. With your thumb and index finger, hold the wire close to its termination point, and gently tug each wire.
3. If the wire comes loose, re-terminate and reconnect it before moving on to other wires.