BUG-O Systems AGS-4000 - Manual (Page 38)

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ARC GOUGING MODULAR DRIVE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
BUG-O’s Modular Drive System is a system that permits mixing and matching of components to
build a customized solution to specific applications. This provides the owner the ability to replace
and remove individual components while troubleshooting, which significantly reduces time and effort
required to troubleshoot the system. The recommended troubleshooting procedure is as follows:
BUG-O’s ARC Gouging MODULAR DRIVE SYSTEM is a marriage of BUG-O Systems Drive
and Rail System with ARCAIR® AUTOMATIC GOUGING SYSTEM. The only electrical / control
connection between the BUG-O and the Arcair® Control Box is the MODULE POWER CORD to the
120VAC Power Outlet on N7500 Control Box.
If problems do occur, it is imperative that the two systems are isolated and tested separately to
confirm that each unit is operating properly. Then, after confirming each system is functioning
properly the only remaining issue is the connection between the two systems.
1) Verify that there are no loose electrical or mechanical connections.
2) Verify that the Gouging power sources are properly grounded and it’s ground clamp is attached
to the work piece.
3) Ensure the High Frequency Warnings in the front of this IPM are not being violated.
4) When possible, swap out each component in the system one at a time with a known good
component. For example, replace the Control Module on a defective machine with the Control
Module from a working machine. Often this will pinpoint the defective component quickly.
5) Remove all attached components. All attached components are removed to limit the number
of components affecting the operation and complexity of the system. Assemble a base system
composed of a Control Module and a Master Drive. Test the base system. If the base system
does not work, troubleshoot the base system to a circuit board level using the Base System
Test Procedure. If possible, test the Control Module by swapping it with a known good module.
6) Finish installing the components one at a time. Test the system after each installation in order to
identify the problem component(s).