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Te Pari Racewell DR3 / DR5 Auto Drafter Manual
AUTO DRAFTER
Racewell DR3 / DR5
Racewell DR3 / DR5 Sheep handler trouble shooting guide
Please check this trouble shooting guide before ringing customer support, as often something
quite simple could be the problem.
A service charge will be made for call outs if the fault is not covered by your warranty.
For your safety, and that of others, never leave the unit operational when not attended.
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
NO POWER AT UNIT AND IT WON’T GO
12v adaptor not getting power
Faulty extension cords to 12V adaptor
Wire loose / off in autobox
No air to unit
Check the12v adaptor
jug
cord is firmly connected
Check all extension cords
Check wiring generally for breaks or chew marks
Check the air lines and compressor
SHEEP UNIT DOING UNUSUAL THINGS
Fluctuating power supply
Faulty compressor
Check power and compressor and for stable weight
Check compressor is operating correctly
ENTRY GATE SHUTTING BEFORE SHEEP ENTERS
Magic eyes obscured by dust or wool
Check the magic eyes for dust on the lenses
Also check they have no loose wool in front of them
DRAFTING THE WRONG WAY FOR PRESET WEIGHTS OR
DRAFTING GATES HIT AND STICK TOGETHER WHEN ON AUTO
Draft switch
Ensure the manual draft switch is in the central position
EVERYTHING WORKS APART FROM THE DRAFTER
Indicator not communicating with drafter
Check coms cable for damage
Ensure auto drafting option on your indicator is active
REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY OR AT ALL
Flat remote control battery
Remote is not programmed to your unit
Check and replace as required
Program remote to your unit by turning on the unit then :
For a 4 button remote :
press down buttons 1 and 2 for 10 seconds.
