RS4203 Manual
Chapter 15 - Troubleshooting Guide
Rev 32, 01/11/13
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Chapter 15 – Troubleshooting Guide
If you are having trouble with your machine, before you call for assistance, try to resolve the problem
through the following troubleshooting steps. Find your problem from the list of symptoms in the left
column, then try each of the solutions in the right column until the problem is resolved.
Symptom
Solution
Clipper has no power
1.
Air connection may be loose. Check all air connections.
2.
Regulator may be turned off. Check the regulator unit.
3.
Water may be in the system. Drain and change the filter.
Clipper is slow
1.
Water may be in the system. Drain the water and change the
filter.
2.
Muffler may be clogged. Replace the muffler.
3.
Pressure to the clipper is low. Check the pressure setting and
increase if necessary.
4.
Air lines are pinched. Replace the air lines.
5.
Cylinder is stuck. First check for pinched air line and check the
air pressure. If cylinder is still stuck, disconnect air line and
check for broken or worn parts. Replace bad parts or air
cylinder.
Punch does not retract
1.
Punch extend valve may fail to reset. Remove and clean valve
spool.
2.
Punch movement restricted by debris in clip channel or clip
window. Remove debris and confirm that punch is free to move
in clip channel.
Knife does not cut
1.
Check knife for nicks. Sharpen or replace as needed.
Malformed clips
1.
Punch or die may be damaged. Replace as necessary.
2.
Air pressure may be too low or too high. Check air pressure and
adjust if necessary.
Clips are loose and seal poorly
1.
Check crimp control and adjust if needed.
2.
Air pressure is too low. Check air pressure and adjust if
necessary.
3.
Punch and die may be worn. Check for wear on punch and die,
and replace if needed.
