230/240/250V Modular Basket Lift Assembly |
BINDING/JAMMING PROBLEMS
Noisy, jerky or erratic movement of the lifts is usually due to lack of lubrication of the rods and their bushings. Apply a light coat of Lubriplate™ or similar lightweight white grease to the rod and bush- ings to correct the problem.
Another possible cause of binding, in the case of modular basket lifts, is the improper positioning of the motor, which prevents the gear from correctly engaging the teeth in the rod. To correct the problem, loosen the screws that hold the motor in place and move it forward or backward until the rod has just enough slack to be rotated slightly.
MOTOR AND GEAR PROBLEMS
In modular basket lift units, the most likely problem to be encountered in this category is erratic mo- tion of the lift due to a worn drive gear. Failure to keep the lift rod and bushings properly lubricated will cause unnecessary wear of the gear. The problem is corrected by replacing the worn gear.
If the lift cycles correctly but fails to remain in the up position (i.e., goes up, but then slowly settles back down into the frypot), the problem is a failed motor brake. A failed motor brake cannot be re- paired and requires replacement of the motor itself.
If power is reaching the motor but the motor fails to run, the motor is burned out and must be re- placed.