Troubleshooting
30
311163ZAH
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Solution
Ram plate will not raise or
lower.
Air pressure to the ram is too
low.
Increase RAM UP air pressure.
Ram plate is stuck in bin.
1. Deflate seal.
Turn SEAL INFLATE to OFF.
2. Switch to RAM UP position. When it is raised,
check for obstructions in bin or quality of seal.
Pump(s) will not operate.
Air pressure to the pump(s)
is too low.
Increase PUMP air pressure to a minimum of 30 psi
(207 kPa, 2.1 bar). Refer to pump manual.
Pumps will not prime or are
cavitating.
Ram plate is not in contact
with material.
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Check SEAL and RAM DOWN pressures and
adjust until you have a quality seal.
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Refer to troubleshooting in pump manual.
Material bag was sucked into
pump.
Shut off air to pumps, deflate seal, and raise ram to
clear pump intake.
Premature seal wear.
SEAL and RAM DOWN air
pressures are too high.
Adjust SEAL and RAM DOWN air pressures until you
have proper seal and pump operation. Do not
over-pressurize the seal.
Material leaking past seal.
RAM DOWN air pressure is
too high.
Reduce RAM DOWN pressure while ensuring pumps
are operating properly.
Container bag is not pulled
taut or clamped for smooth
bin walls.
Pull bag tight and secure in place.
Corner seals are not in
place.
Install corner seals.
Too much material left in
bottom of bin.
Container bag is bunched up
at bottom of bin
Reduce seal pressure while ensuring there is still a
good seal.
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