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16. Troubleshooting
16.1 Basic procedures
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You should also be systematic and targeted under time pressure.
Random, thoughtless dismantling and adjustment of setting values can lead to a point where it is no longer possible to determine
the original problem.
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Get an overview of the function of the Particle Monitor OPCom Portable Oil Lab in connection with the overall system.
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Try to clarify whether the product had performed the required function in the overall system before the fault occured.
Try to record changes to the overall system in which the Particle Monitor OPCom Portable Oil Lab is installed:
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Have the application conditions or the application range of the Particle Monitor OPCom Portable Oil Lab been changed?
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Have modifications (e.g. retrofits) or repairs been carried out to the entire system (machine / system, electrical system, control
system) or to the product? If yes, which modifications?
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Has the product / machine been operated as intended?
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How does the malfunction tend to show?
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Form a clear idea of the cause of the problem. If necessary, consult the immediate operator.
If you cannot correct the error, please contact one of the contact addresses to be found at www.argo-hytos.com.
If the unit should not accept any more entries, turn it off briefly and then turn it on again after a few seconds. After initialization, the
particle monitor continues as usual.
Error
No function
Cable is not correctly connected
First check the correct electrical connection of the device.
Error
No serial communication.
Wrong communication port selected
Check and correct the selection of the communication port (e.g. COM1).
Cable wrong or defective
Use ARGO-HYTOS data cables if possible.
Error
Identical cleanlinesses are displayed on all values.
Laser current high / photovoltage low.
Air in the oil
Connect the OPCom Portable Oil Lab on the pressure side.
Increase the distance from the pump.
Cell contaminated
Clean the OPCom Portable Oil Lab with clean oil or solvents such as
Isopropanol.
Table 4: Error description
