*Anytime a warning condition is activated, the system is alerting the operator to a condition that should be addressed at the first available opportunity.
It is not critical to shut down the cycle immediately. However, warnings will eventually trigger alarms which must be addressed to avoid damaging the BASE.
TYPE |
DESCRIPTION |
HOW TO RESOLVE |
WARNING |
Low Tank Level |
The tank level has dropped below 45% filled. Add detergent to processing tank using the DOSE function explain in Manual Operations. |
WARNING |
Pressure Low |
Spray valve pressure begins to fall below the desired pressure setting. This is an indication that the drain and filters need to be cleaned. See Filter Maintenance |
WARNING |
Pressure High |
Spray valve pressure begins to rise above the desired pressure setting. This is an indication that the spray valves need to be cleaned. ▶ |
WARNING |
Tank Temperature Setpoint Exceeded |
The temperature has gone over the setpoint limit. While active, no device that adds heat to the system can be turned on. This warning will clear once the tank temperature falls below the temperature limit. |
!Anytime an alarm condition is activated, the system is alerting the operator to a condition that should be addressed immediately to avoid damaging the BASE.
TYPE |
DESCRIPTION |
HOW TO RESOLVE |
ALARM |
Low Tank Level |
See Low Tank Level for more detail. |
ALARM |
Over Temperature |
See Over Temperature for more detail. |
ALARM |
Chamber Door Open |
See Chamber Door Open for more detail. |
ALARM |
Filter Screen Maintenance Due |
The Remaining Optimal Usage Gauge has expired. See Maintenance Mode Settings for more detail. |
ALARM |
Dosatron Maintenance Due |
The Remaining Optimal Usage Gauge has expired. See Maintenance Mode Settings for more detail. |
ALARM |
Pressure Extreme High |
Valve pressure has risen above the high tolerance set point. Check the spray valves for residue buildup. See Troubleshooting. |
ALARM |
Pressure Extreme Low |
Valve pressure has fallen below the low tolerance set point. Check the tank drain and screen for buildup. See Troubleshooting. |
ALARM |
Dosing Error |
See Dosing Error for more detail. |
ALARM |
Defoamer Required |
See Defoamer Required for more detail. |
ALARM |
HMI Communication Error |
The controller touchscreen or PLC stopped communicating with one another. To resolve, a system restart may be necessary. |
ALARM |
Draining Error |
See Low Tank Level for more detail. |
ALARM |
E-stop |
E-Stop alarm active. Confirm operating conditions are safe. Pull out e-stop button to reset. This alarm needs to be cleared by the Safety Circuit Reset button under the HMI. |
*See Troubleshooting section for more information on responding to abnormal conditions. If the issue persists, contact PostProcess.
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