Operating instructions

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BXT 2 BXT 2-19
5. Diagnostic aids
Service technicians are supported in fault finding by the tools firmware. Faults in operating sequence or
system errors are reported by acoustic signals or via the segment display by failure codes. Additionaly a
service interface allows detailed diagnosis with the help of your computer.
5.1. Cycle counter
To readout the number of strapping’s the tool has already accomplished, proceed as follows:
1. Press and hold the “F” button on the panel
2. Pull the Rocker lever
The number of cycles is indicated in the segment display:
- - 1 6 8 3 5 - - = 16‘835 Cycles
5.2. Problem reports
The reporting of events is structured as follows:
You will find a complete list with the failure codes and remedy in chapter 12 “Error codes”.
Event
Function counter (F-Numbers)
The function counter are counting
certain events during the tool
operation for service purpose. The
user is not affected. Counter
readings are displayed in the
service interface
User Errors (A-Numbers)
The A-Numbers identifie errors in
operating sequence. They are not
an indication of a tool related
defect (except defective switch).
The tool calls the users attention
to faulty operation.
Device Errors (E-Numbers)
These errors are normally not
caused by faulty operation. One or
more parameters are beyond their
valid range. When they occur
repeatedly, the tool needs
repairing.
Storage in the service interface
under „FUNCTION COUNTER“
Storage in the service interface
under „USER ABORTS“
Storage in the service interface
under „ERRORS“
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