© NOVATEC, Inc. 2013 All Rights Reserved
VL-VLP IM 4-12-2013
17
12- TROUBLESHOOTING
Most loader problems are a result of a dirty filter, air leaks or improper adjustments. These items
should be checked before assuming equipment failure.
Problem
Investigate
Motor will not run
A, B, C, H, and L
Inadequate or no vacuum
D, E, F, G, J
Inadequate or no material flow
D, E, F, and G, I, K
Motor runs but proportioning solenoid not operating
L
CHECK
CONDITIONS
SOLUTION
A.
Power Supply
No voltage or voltage incorrect Check incoming power supply
voltage at outlet
B.
Stop/Start Switch No voltage through switch Replace switch
C.
Vacuum motor No voltage at motor
See A,B, & L
D.
Filter
Filter dirty
Replace filter
(Also see G & J)
E.
Air Ducts
Obstructed
Remove obstruction
F.
Leaks in system
Air leaking into system Replace gaskets & repair
leaks as necessary
G.
Blowback air Increase pressure
pressure incorrect Low pressure
(not to exceed 125 psi)
H.
Limit switch No voltage through switch Replace switch
I.
Load Time Chamber not filling sufficiently Increase load time
Chamber over-filling Decrease load time
J.
Pulse rate Insufficient to clean filter Increase rate
K.
Dump time Insufficient to allow complete Increase time
emptying of chamber
L.
Pulse solenoid Correct voltage at solenoid Replace solenoid