ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) PROBLEM--Traverse does not stop to reverse directions when flag goes under the proximity switch on the left side or right side of machine.
Possible Cause
Checkout Procedure
Gap between flag and prox is incorrect.
A. Gap between flag and prox should be 3/16 to 1/4" (4-6 mm). Prox LED does not light when flag is under prox.
If incorrect, adjust per adjustment section of manual. Yes--end troubleshooting No--go to Step B. next
Proximity Switch is bad.
B. Proximity switch is not working properly or wire connections are loose.
First check to see if proximity light comes on. When the light is on, it means that there is electricity coming to proximity switch. Actuate prox switches with steel tool to take measurements.
The light coming on shows the proximity is getting electrical contact.
Left proximity (PROX 1) check Traverse drive Control (TDC) between terminals #13 (black wire) and #15 (brown wire).
Proximity light on0 Volts DC Proximity light off12 Volts DC
Right proximity (PROX) check #14 (black wire) and #15 (brown wire).
Proximity light on0 Volts DC Proximity light off12 Volts DC Replace proximity switch if the voltages do not read as above.
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