Troubleshooting
The Troubleshooting Guide lists some possible machine problems, causes and corrections. Also see Section II "Troubleshooting", pages 15 and 16 for taping head problems.
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Problem | Cause | Correction |
Drive belts do not convey boxes | Narrow boxes | Check machine specifications. |
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| Boxes are narrower than |
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| recommended, causing slippage |
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| and premature belt wear. |
| Worn drive belts | Replace drive belts |
| Top taping head does not apply | Adjust the box height adjustment |
| enough pressure | with the crank |
| Top flap compression rollers in too | Readjust compression rollers |
| tight |
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| Taping head applying spring | Replace spring holder |
| holder missing |
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| Taping head applying spring set | Reduce spring pressure |
| too high |
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Drive belts do not turn | Worn or missing friction rings | Replace friction rings |
| Drive belt tension too low | Adjust belt tension |
| Electrical disconnect | Check power and electrical plug |
| Circuit breaker not at correct | Set to correct current value |
| setting |
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| Motor not turning | Evaluate problem and correct |
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Upper and lower applying | Machine's minimum height stop | Check manual to make sure |
mechanisms interfere with each | does not match tape head leg | taping heads match machine |
other | length setting | setting |
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Drive belts break | Worn belt | Replace belt |
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Light boxes tip back on exit | Upper ski down too far | Carefully adjust upper ski |
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Squeaking noise as boxes pass | Dry compression rollers | Lubricate compression rollers |
through machine |
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| Dry column bearings | Lubricate column bearings |
| Defective column bearings | Replace column bearings |
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