Simpro Multi-Tip 1600, Service Manual

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3 Troubleshooting Guide
Issue Possible Cause Action / Reference
Lift motor does
not run when the
Raise and Safety
buttons are
pressed
Battery Discharged Refer to section 4.3 or 4.5
Battery Isolator
turned off
Turn isolator switch on. Refer to section 4.4
Faulty motor relay or
contactor
Refer to section 4.6
Faulty control switch
or wiring
Refer to section 4.8
Faulty motor Refer to section 4.9
Blown fuse Replace blown fuse
Lift motor runs
but the cradle
does not lift
‘Lower’ button stuck
on
Refer to section 4.8
Foreign matter in the
lowering valve
Refer to section 4.7
Bin too heavy or
pressure-relief valve
adjusted incorrectly
Refer to section 5.4
Oil level too low
Locate and rectify source of oil leak before topping up oil
reservoir
The cradle won't
come down from
the top
Lack of lubrication
As the arms come down by gravity alone, the frame must
be able to move freely. Lubricate with a silicon spray or dry
lubricant. Do not use grease or oil.
Gas strut bent or
damaged
Contact Simpro to arrange replacement.
Lifting chain rusty or
seized
Refer to section 8.4
Lowering solenoid
valve sticking
Refer to section 5.3
Lowering solenoid
coil malfunction
Refer to section 4.7
‘Lower’ button
malfunction
Refer to section 4.8
The cradle jams
partway down
Mast bent or
damaged
Contact Simpro to arrange repair.
Tipping guide flap not
working properly, or
trigger pin out of
alignment
Refer to section 8.6