TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
The following troubleshooting chart outlines some common problems, their causes and possible
corrective actions. When reference is made to a “Power Unit,” the term includes the motor and
the actuator as a complete unit. All Power Units are shipped from the factory with a serial number
and date code, which should be given to the service technician when asking for assistance.
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ROOM DOESN’T MOVE WHEN SWITCH IS PRESSED
PROBABLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Restrictions both inside and outside of unit
Check for and clear restriction
Low battery voltage, blown fuse, defective wiring
Check battery. Charge battery or add auxiliary
power source. Check battery terminals, and all
other wiring. Look for loose or corroded connections
Power Unit not functioning
See “Power Unit Troubleshooting” page 20
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POWER UNIT RUNS, ROOM DOES NOT MOVE
Restrictions both inside and outside of unit
Check for and clear restriction
POWER UNIT RUNS, ROOM MOVES SLOWLY
Low battery, poor ground, extremely low
Charge battery, and check ground wire
outdoor temperature.
Leaking cylinder
See “Checking for Bad Cylinder” page 12
ROOM DRIFTS IN BOTH IN & OUT POSITIONS
Check for leaks in the hydraulic system
Tighten fittings
Air in system
After checking all connections, cycle pump
several times in and out
IN THE CLOSED POSITION, ROOM DRIFTS OUT
Leaking cylinder seal
See “Checking for Bad Cylinder” page 12
Fluid bypassing cylinder piston
See “Checking for Bad Cylinder” page 12
Hose from pump is leaking
Tighten fitting or replace hose
Air in system
After checking all connections, cycle pump
several times in and out
Loose mounting bolts
Tighten mounting bolts
IN THE OPEN POSITION, ROOM DRIFTS IN
Hose from pump is leaking
Tighten fitting or replace hose
Leaking cylinder seal
See “Checking for Bad Cylinder” page 12
Fluid bypassing cylinder piston
See “Checking for Bad Cylinder” page 12
