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TS OM535 Date of Issue: 13.07.04 Hodge Clemco Ltd
Fault location and suggested remedies.
Fault
Possible cause
Recommended activity
Blocked filter / low airflow Filter not cleaned frequently
enough
No cleaning on filter “clean”
operation
Filter bags are saturated with
fine dust
Cleaning cycle after stop: Stop
the filter more frequently
/ check that cleaning does in
fact take place
Check that the emergency stop
is not activated on normal stop /
check that the electrical
connection is correct so that the
cleaning operates
Clean / replace the filter bags
Material accumulates in
filter bottom
Blocked emptying system, if
other than bin
Wet waste sticks to the walls
Air circulation in filter bottom
prevents the waste from
being transported to the
outlet opening
Check, possibly that the
emptying system works
correctly
Check that the dust collection
bin is not full
Seal filter housing
Insulate the filter and hopper
against condensation
Reduce water content of waste
Fit pre-separation section after
seeking advice from technician
The sacks or quick
release bins are not
equally filled
Natural phenomenon which
depends on the composition
of the waste
Accept this condition
The filter doors are
leaking or are blown open
The door is not closed
correctly
Internal operating pressure is
higher than specified
(positive pressure operation)
Close the door correctly
Lower the operating pressure or
reinforce filter and access door
The filtered air contains
dust
Damaged filter bag(s)
The filter bag(s) are not fitted
or sealed correctly
Wrong filter material
The waste container is
intended for use with a
plastic liner but no plastic
liner is used
Replace defective filter bag
Mount the filter bag(s) correctly
Contact technician
Use a plastic bag or disconnect
and seal the connection for the
bin balancing pipe
