Recommended Maintenance Works

Main controller (PC):

Check hardware and general function of the computer

Check free space of hard disk

Check defragment

Check windows version

Check communication between computer and PTS devices (test via Control Program)

Check whether Control Program shows fault messages in the main window

Check free run (test via Control Program)

Check times in the timetable

Check program versions

Check database jobs

Check delete log

Check service card

Set date of maintenance

Make backup of database UTF

Station:

Mechanical:

Clean all surfaces inside the station

Apply silicone spray to surface of plastic plates in the bottom and top part inside the station

Check ball-slide-bearings in the rear part inside the station

Check function of the carrier dispatcher plate (including restoring spring) in carrier buffer on top of
the station

Check driving pin (cam) for carrier dispatcher

Check sealing rings on both sides of the send/receive magazine

check air tightness in send and receive position of the magazine

Check fixing of station and of tube connections

Check tooth clearance on gear wheel and gear rack

Electrical:

Check tight connection of all plugs

Carry out service functions (that are available)

Check the LCD

Check single keys on the keyboard

Check function of the LED

Check buzzer

Check proper function of proximity switches (observe alignment marks)

Measure operating voltage

Check reading function (distance)

Check sensors

Check remote arrival indicators (if there are any)

Diverter

Mechanical:

Clean all surfaces inside the station

Apply silicone spray to surface of plastic plate for the out ports inside the station

Check ball-bearing

Check sealing rings on both sides of the S-tube

Check fixing of diverter and of tube connections

Check tooth clearance on gear wheel and gear rack

Electrical:

Check tight connection of all plugs

Check proper function of proximity switches (observe alignment marks)

Measure operating voltage

Check function of carrier sensor (tube switch)

Blower unit:

Check function and settings of blower/motor

Check airtight connection of fittings/tube

Check function of air diverter (see “Diverter”)

Check function of motor contactor

Check correct setting (amperage) of the thermal overload relay

Check proper connection of wiring

Check carrier damper (if any) and clean if required

Check valves/stoppers inside carrier damper and clean if required

Power pack:

Measure voltage

Check tight connection of all plugs and terminals

Tubing:

Check for any damage

Check for any leaks

Check fixing and joints

Check travelling times of carriers

Check fixing and routing of cables

Carriers:

Check carrier lids

Check wear bands for wear & tear

Check carrier body for any damage

For maintenance works on additional components not listed (e.g. special units), please refer to
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