Basic Troubleshooting Guide - Metcal MX-500 Serie Guia Del Usuario

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BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem: LCD displays 'Open Source'.
1. Ensure cartridge is properly seated.
2.
3. Tighten hand-piece connector to output connector.
Problem: Solder hand-piece tip cartridge does not heat up.
1. Replace tip cartridge.
2. If problem persists, replace hand-piece with known good hand-piece and insert
new cartridge.
3. If cartridge heats up, replace non-functioning hand-piece.
Problem: Low power operation of the unit.
Check input power to the unit. The unit can draw up to 10A of current at 110V.
Do not plug into power sources such as power strips that are rated less than 10A.
Multiple high current devices plugged into the same electrical circuit can cause low
power operation, distribute high current devices among multiple circuits or increase
the electrical circuit capacity.
Problem: Non-Conforming Cartridge Detected
When the system detects any cartridge that exceeds its' predefined allowable
power draw on the soldering unit, the following messages will appear on the
screen.
To correct the error, replace the tip cartridge. If the problem persists, contact Metcal
([email protected])
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