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ACT Cartridge Dust Collector
Troubleshooting Continued
Problem
Cause
Solution
Zero differential pressure
reading
Wrong pressure high/low pressure
tubing connection
Swap the connections of the
pressure reading plastic tubing on
the side of the collector
Pressure reading tubing kink or
leakage
Inspect tubing for kinks or leakage
Filters/Bypass
Verify filters are installed and that
there is no bypass of dust
Defective timer board
Replace board. (1-800-422-1316)
Cleaning system not pulsing
Solenoid
Listen for clicking noise to verify
solenoids are opening/closing.
Replace if defective.
If located in frigid outdoors
temperatures, a solenoid heater
may be required
Diaphragm Valve
Replace worn diaphragms.
(1-800-422-1316)
Timer board
Manually pulse by following
instructions in timer board manual.
Verify it is correctly installed.
Defective. Replace board. (1-800-
422-1316)
No down-time cleaning
Timer board
Verify settings on timer board
Electrical
Call A.C.T. to verify electrical
drawings and specifications.
(1-800-422-1316)
Dust discharging from outlet
Filter damage
Inspect filters for tears along filter
media and gaskets.
Filters installed incorrectly
Verify that the filters are installed
correctly with gasket end towards
the collector.
Pulse pressure set too high
Decrease compressed air
pressure.