Error
Cause
Action
The pump is running but there
is no flow of electrolyte in the
polishing pistol.
Electrolyte accumulates in the
polishing pistol holder.
The electrolyte inlet (to
the polishing chamber)
is blocked.
Make sure that the electrolyte tubes
are correctly connected to the color
coded fittings.
If this does not help, remove the
electrolyte cartridge and wipe the
fittings with a soft, slightly damp
cloth.
The pump is running but there
is no flow of electrolyte.
Excess pressure may result in
the tubes being forced off.
The electrolyte outlet to
the electrolyte cartridge
is blocked.
There is an increase of
pressure in the electrolyte
cartridge, and a flow of
electrolyte from the polishing
pistol.
The ventilation valve is
blocked.
There is an increase of
pressure in the electrolyte
cartridge.
Excess pressure may result in
the lid being forced off.
The ventilation valve
and the inlet are
blocked.
8.2
Troubleshooting - Polishing problems
Electrolytes
•
Check the age of the mixed electrolyte. The mixture should not be more than 3 months
old. The A-2 electrolyte has a particularly short lifetime (approximately 2 months) when it is
mixed.
•
Check the number of polishings made with the electrolyte. The electrolyte can be worn out by
too many polishings.
•
Make sure that the correct combination of material and electrolyte is used.
Electrolyte cartridge
•
Make sure that the electrolyte cartridge is connected correctly.
Power supply
•
Make sure that the batteries are charged.
8 Troubleshooting
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