Barry-Wehmiller Thiele Technologies Streamfeeder Reliant..., Manual

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Troubleshooting
Table 2 is intended to provide you with quick solutions to the more common day-to-day problems you may en -
counter.
Table 2. Quick-Look Troubleshooting
Problem
No AC power to
feeder
Feeding doubles
Continuous feeding
Feed belts are op -
erating but material
not feeding
Cause
1. On/Off switch in "Off" (or " O " position).
2. Power cord loose or not plugged into
outlet (or AC power source).
3. Female end of power cord loose or not
plugged into AC power inlet at rear of
feeder.
1. Gate assembly improperly adjusted
(possibly more than one sheet
thickness).
2. Back wedge improperly adjusted.
3. Worn O-rings (or if applicable, angled
wedge).
4. Material interlocking.
5. Static buildup.
1. Photo sensor not adjusted properly; may
not be close enough to material being
fed.
1. Material stack weight is too low when
stack height is down, resulting in a
reduction of down pressure.
2. Product binds at side guides.
3. Slippery feed belts due to buildup of
glaze on belt surface.
4. Sheet adhesion or interlocking between
bottom and next sheet.
5. Gate assembly may be down too tight.
Solution
Move switch to "On" (or " --" position).
Check and secure power cord at AC outlet.
Check and secure cord at AC power inlet at
rear of feeder.
Review gate assembly adjustment in Sec-
tion 3 "Preparing for Operation".
Review back wedge adjustment in Section 3
"Preparing for Operation".
Rotate O-rings. If applicable, replace angled
wedge (see Section 6 "Inspection and
Care). If wear is excessive, consult with a
qualified technician.
Check material and source.
Check material and source.
Review photo sensor adjustment in Section
3 "Preparing for Operation".
Review loading the material in Section 4
"How to Operate".
Adjust side guides further apart to allow
freedom of movement.
Clean or replace belts.
Review loading the material in Section 4
"How to Operate", or review back wedge
adjustment in Section 3 "Preparing for
Operation".
Review gate assembly adjustment in Sec-
tion 3 "Preparing for Operation".