Valleylab Force FX-C - Correcting Malfunctions

Correcting Malfunctions
Correcting Malfunctions
Situation
Generator does not
respond when turned on.
6-4
If a solution is not readily apparent, use the table below to help identify
and correct specific malfunctions. After you correct the malfunction,
verify
that the generator completes the self-test as described in Section 5.
Possible Cause
Disconnected power cord, faulty wall
receptacle, or faulty power cord.
Fuse drawer is open or fuses are blown.
Loose or disconnected internal cables.
Faulty power entry module or
connections.
Faulty low voltage power supply.
Damaged control board connectors and/or
malfunctioning Control board.
Shorts or disconnects on Power Supply/
RF board.
Faulty power switch.
Malfunctioning front panel components.
Recommended Action
Check power cord connections (generator and wall
receptacle). Connect the power cord to a functional wall
receptacle. If necessary, replace the power cord.
Close the fuse drawer. If necessary, replace the fuse(s).
Refer to Fuse Replacement in Section 7. If a problem
persists, use a backup generator.
Check all internal connections.
Check the power entry module and its cable
connections.
Check the low voltage power supply.
Remove the Control board and inspect the connectors to
the Power Supply/RF board and to the Display board for
damage, poor seating, etc.
If the problem perSists, replace the Control board. For
instructions, refer to Control Board Replacement in
Section 7.
Check the Power Supply/RF board for shorts or
disconnects.
Replace the power switch. Refer to Front Panel Power
Switch Replacement in Section 7.
Replace the front panel assembly. Refer to Front Panel
Replacement in Section 7.
Force FXTM-C Service Manual