Eclipse T500 Actuator, V1, Instruction Manual 902, 12/7/2009
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This section is divided into two parts:
• The first part describes maintenance procedures.
• The second part describes troubleshooting
procedures.
Maintenance
Preventative maintenance is the key to a reliable, safe
and efficient actuator. The core of any preventative
maintenance program is a list of periodic tasks.
NOTE
: Monthly and yearly lists are for average intervals.
If your environment is dirty, then the intervals may be
shorter.
Monthly Checklist
1.
Inspect the actuator for physical damage.
2.
Inspect the coupling for loose connections.
3.
Observe the shaft while moving for smooth operation.
Yearly Checklist
1.
Inspect the actuator for physical damage.
2.
Inspect the coupling for loose connections.
3.
Confirm the cam settings are identical to those
originally selected.
4.
Drive the actuator to its full clockwise and
counterclockwise positions and observe the shaft
while moving for smooth operation.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Actuator will not move with signal
Stalled motor
Correct mechanical problem.
Actuator at low or high fire stop
Normal, check cam settings, reverse
control signal direction.
Signal reversed or no signal
connection
Refer to wiring.
No power
Check for proper voltage.
Bad wiring connection
Check connections and plugs.
Shaft disengaged
Continue driving until pin K1 engages.
Actuator stays at high
Signal applied to drive high terminal
Check external wiring and control
system.
Electronic Version: More than one
analog signal applied to inputs
Check external wiring and control
system.
Maintenance &
Troubleshooting
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