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Te Pari Racewell HD3, HD4 & HD6 Operators Manual
Racewell HD
SHEEP HANDLING SYSTEMS
Trouble shooting guide
Please check this trouble shooting guide before contacting 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.
When testing the unit without sheep ensure at least one blue an one black eye are covered,
covering either of the blue eyes on their own will only close the auto gate.
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
Faultly 12v Adaptor
Faulty On/Off switch
Wire loose/off in autobox
No air to unit
Check the12v adaptor cord is firmly connected
Check all extension cords
Check for external damage to the adaptor and using a
multimeter check the adaptor output is at least 11 volts
Check the On/Off switch and wiring to it
Check wiring generally for breaks or chew marks
Check the air lines and compressor
SHEEP UNIT DOING UNUSUAL THINGS
Fluctuating power supply
Faulty Catch/Release switch
Faulty compressor
Check power, compressor and test unit for a stable weight
Check air lines and wiring
Check compressor is operating correctly
AUTO GATE MOVING UNEXPECTEDLY
Sensors (eyes) obscured by dust or wool
Check the sensors (eyes) for dust on the lenses
Also check they have no loose wool in front of them
SHEEP ARE NOT BEING DRAFTED/SORTED
Draft switch
Communication cable may not be connected or scale
configured correctly
Check cable for damage
