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If your pallet wrapping machine is not working, you may be able to identify the problem and fix it yourself without calling a technician. Following this guide will help you identify any problems that you can easily fix yourself, or help you determine if you need a technician to repair your pallet wrapping machine.
If your pallet wrapping machine is not working and you don't know why; follow these steps to fix the problem. If the problem proves to be something you can fix yourself, troubleshooting your pallet wrapping machine will save you downtime and the costs associated with contacting a technician.
Most of these steps will involve checking the status of the machine via the main screen, as well as any safety or emergency settings.
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1. Check that the power is on - this may seem like a silly thing to do, but you can end up saving a lot of time and money by checking first.
2. Check that all emergency stops are deactivated - this is another easy fix and can save you some downtime if you check it.
3. Check that the safety switch is not activated - you should always check this before escalating the problem or calling a technician.
4. Perform a running self-test check - this is done through the main screen and may be able to determine what the problem is. Depending on the problem, you may be able to fix it yourself at this point.
5. Refer to the troubleshooting guide in the manual - this may contain more information specific to your pallet wrapping machine model.
6. Call a technician - if none of these steps solve the problem, you will need to call a technician to inspect the machine.
If you cannot fix the problem yourself, you will need a pallet wrapping machine technician to come to your premises to check it out. Some common problems that require a technician are
Damage from forklifts - Forklift collisions usually happen when people are in a hurry and not paying attention, which can cause extensive damage to the pallet wrapping machine.
Debris under the turntable - this is a common cause of paper jams, especially when the stretch film gets under the turntable.
Blown fuse - this can happen during a power surge. Technicians need to replace fuses properly and safely.
There are several steps you can take to help prevent damage to your pallet wrapping machine from happening in the first place.
Prevent forklift collisions - A good way to prevent this damage is to bolt a strip of angle iron to the floor around the machine to prevent this from happening.
Keep the area clean - Make sure the area around the pallet wrapping machine is free of debris that could get stuck under the turntable and cause a jam.
Perform regular maintenance - Regular preventive maintenance will reduce the likelihood of malfunctions that can lead to downtime.
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