dyno dynamometer servo drive clutch brake electric brakes position control web tension control oil shear e-stop brake clutches


Designers Toolbox: Troubleshooting

Check back often as trouble shooting guides will be added continuously.

Trouble Possible Cause Remedy
Drive Overheats Resistance changed. Check bearing lubrication in machine.

Improper oil level. Check oil level. Add or drain oil as necessary.
Oil leakage Check lip seals. Call machine repair.

Check gaskets. Call machine repair.
Oil leak through breather Damaged seal around piston. Call machine repair.

Oil level too high. Drain excess oil.
Clutch or brake does not repeat. Air pressure changed. Check oil pressure.

Resistance in machine changed. Check bearing lubrication.
Clutch fails to start properly Electrical control circuit. Check controls. Call electrician.

Valve functioning improperly. Check valve operation.

Low air pressure. Increase air pressure.
Noise and vibration Loose mounting. Tighten foot bolts.


Call machine repair.

Damaged bearing. Call machine repair.
Brake fails to stop properly Electrical control circuit. Check controls. Call electrician.

Valve functioning improperly. Check valve operation.

Low air pressure. Increase air pressure.


About Us  I  Products  I  What's New  I  Catalogs & Manuals  I  Designers Toolbox  I  Contact Us  I  Site Map  I  Home
© Copyright 2003 Force Control. All Rights Reserved.