(Move Time Out, Tracking, and Over Current Errors)
This error occurs when the machine takes too long to find the home or index position when the software is prompted to move. Typically, this is a break in continuity of home sensor circuit.
Troubleshoot motor timeout errors using the following procedures for the affected motor:
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Step |
Action |
Result |
Next Step/Solution |
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1 |
Look for an obstruction to the respective axis served by the motor. Obstructions can include, but are not limited too: fabric stuck in the machine, corrosion to the shafts, lack of lubrication, damaged bearings. You might have to replace both the shafts and bearings if lack of lubrication is the cause. |
Dry shafts or rails but no corrosion |
Lubricate the shafts |
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Dry shafts or rails, corrosion present |
Replace the shafts |
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Damaged Bearing |
Replace the bearing |
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Obstruction found |
Remove obstruction |
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No damage or corrosion |
Go to Step 2 |
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2 |
Check the belt tensions and condition of the belts for the respective motor servicing the axis. For x-axis errors, also check the adjustment on the carriage bearings. |
Tensions loose or tight |
Retension belt |
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Tensions in specification |
Go to Step 3 |
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3 |
Inspect the main PCB for obvious damage around the area where the motor harness connects to, especially the frets. Look for burned items. |
Visible electrical burn or other obvious PCB damage |
Replace the main PCB |
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No obvious damage |
Go to Step 4 |
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4
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Look for loose optical sensors, harness connections, or obvious damage to the harnesses
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Damaged |
Replace it |
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Loose |
Tighten screw or connector |
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No loose connection or damage |
Go to Step 5 |
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5 |
Conduct an optical sensor test to verify that the optical sensors servicing the affected circuit are working |
Sensors defective |
Replace the sensors |
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Sensors good |
Go to Step 6 |
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6 |
Reboot the AMAYA OS software and turn the machine off and then back on. |
Problem does not recur |
Probably data corruption in the firmware or software |
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Problem recurs |
Go to Step 7 |
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7
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Conduct a Servo Motor Resistance Test to check the resistance of the windings on the motor servicing the circuit with the error
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Ohms measure near zero or inconsistent with other phases. |
Replace the motor |
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Resistance is within specifications |
Go to Step 8 |
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8 |
Problem is caused by something in the circuitry of the main controller PCB |
You will probably need to replace the main controller PCB |
Contact Melco Technical Support and discuss the problem with them. |
