User guide

The Troubleshooting section covers problems directly related
to the operation and maintenance of the servo cutter. This sec-
tion does not provide solutions to problems that originate with
other equipment. Additional troubleshooting help can be
found in the manufacturer’s manuals included with this User
Guide.
The main problems you will see with the servo cutter are:
● Cutter operation problems, which focus on problems
that are clearly related to the operation of the cutter’s
electrical control systems.
● Plastic product quality concerns, which deal with prod-
uct characteristics that may be related to cutter operation.
Of course, other sections of the extrusion line also influ-
ence the quality of the extruded product. This section
does not provide solutions to problems originating with
other equipment on the extrusion line.
IDENTIFYING THE
CAUSE OF A
PROBLEM
UGE047/1003 CSC Servo Knife Cutters
TROUBLESHOOTING 6-3
DANGER: Sharp blades!
Most injuries caused by knife blades occur
when the cutter has been turned off. Handle
blades with care at all times.
● Always wear cut-resistant gloves when the
cutting chamber is open and when handling
blades.
● Always lock out power to the cutter before
opening the cutting chamber.
● Always wait until the cutter head has stopped
completely before opening the knife guard.
CSC cutters are equipped with several safety
devices to ensure safe operation. Never remove
or disable these devices to sustain production.
Operating without these devices can cause
severe injury.
● When the knife guard is opened, the knife
guard switch stops the cutter.
● Two proximity-type safety switches prevent
operation unless the cutter bushings are in
place.
● The STOP button activates a circuit that
stops the knife.