Siskiyou Corporation
MC1100e User's Manual
Siskiyou Corporation
Phone (toll free): 1-877-313-6418
www.siskiyou.com
Phone: 1-541-479-8697
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Troubleshooting:
Axis 1 is retracted and I accidently hit the “Target Set” button and now nothing will work.
Typically, with our lab testing, if axis 1 is retracted, and the “Target Set” button is pressed
(which creates a new target position at the retracted position, where both LEDs lights up), all of
the axes should still be able to move. However, if multiple “random” button pressing occurs
during this scenario, it will cause a full system lockup. In order to recover from this lockup (or
similar lockups), the system will need to be powered off by pressing the power button on the
junction box. Once off, the user can then turn the system back on. The user can then press the
Drive No. 1 button to move axis out of the retracted position (red LED turns off). Once out of
the retracted position, the user can specify a new target position. Be careful not to press the
“Target”, “Retract”, or “Target Set” buttons before the drive axis is out of the retracted mode
as doing so can cause an additional system lockup.
I accidently hit the retract button. Is there any way to stop it?
While in automatic motion, either in retract or target mode, none of the drive axis controllers
will work. If the retract button is accidently pressed, the user can turn off the system by
pressing the power button on the junction box. This will stop all motion. The user can then
manually place the drive motor back into position by using Drive No. 1. However, it may be best
to let the system finish the retract function. Once retracted, the user can press the “Target”
button to return to the previous target.
The system was turned off. Will I still have my previous target?
Yes. The system has an onboard memory that stores the location of the last target used on axis
1. By placing the drive axis in the retracted mode, the user can press the “Target” button to
return to the previous target. It is recommended to not move axes 2, 3, or 4 as doing so can
change the target location of axis 1.
Note: Due to the programming capabilities of the unit, this feature will not work initially on
power up if axis 1 is in the retracted mode (red LED is on). By moving the axis out of the
retracted mode (red LED is off), the user can then hit the “Retract” button and then the
“Target” button to return to the previous target.
Maintenance and Service:
There are no user serviceable parts inside the controller or junction box. In the event of the
need for service, call Siskiyou Corporation and ask to speak with technical support.
If the problem cannot be solved through telephone or email communication, an RA number will
be provided to return the unit to Siskiyou Corporation.
