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Guard rail does not lock

Applies to
  • VLF Trendsetter AL
Machines affected All machines.
Error Number None
Component Guard rail
Problem The sliding gate on the guard rail is closed, but will not lock. Firmware either reads it as closed but will not lock it, reads it as open, or locks it but then still reads it as open.
Causes and Solutions Cause 1:  Gate is not fully closed
Solution:  Check that the sliding gate has been fully closed.

Cause 2:  Gate is mechanically unlocked
Solution:  Check that the locking device on the gate is in the "locked" position. If it is, check for damage to the feedback sensor.

Cause 3:  Gate closed sensor has failed.
Solution: 

Cause 5:  VLF Trendsetter is in "suspend" mode.
Solution:

Cause 4:  Connections are faulty..
Solution:  Check for poor connections or faulty wiring between the solenoid and the Genine 0 board.

Cause 5:  Locking device solenoid has failed.
Solution: 

Cause 6:  Genine 0 board has failed.
Solution:  See VLF Trendsetter AL Genine boards.

Cause 7:  Power supply to PDB has failed.
Solution:  Check the 24V power supply from the Power Distribution Board (PDB) via the Canbus.
Technical contact Mike Kegel
Date submitted 10 April 2000
Date modified

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