SKYTRON, a Division of the KMW Group, Inc. (SKYTRON) warrants all new products sold by it directly or through a dealer or other authorized
representative, with exception to replacement parts, spares, bulbs (surgical lights), pads, and accessory items (surgical tables) to be free from
defects in material or workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of two (2) years. This warranty shall include the cost of repair
or replacement of defective parts including the cost of service labor and travel time to the site of equipment use. Delays caused by the user
in accessing the equipment for repair will be chargeable at the normal hourly rate for service by SKYTRON’s authorized service representative.
The warranty period shall begin with the initial operation or one (1) year after receipt of the product, whichever shall occur first.
Replacement parts, spares, bulbs (surgical lights), pads and accessory items (surgical tables) are warranted to be free from defects in material
or workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of ninety (90) days from receipt by the ultimate user, with exception to replacement
parts supplied by SKYTRON, for products under warranty, which shall be covered for any remaining period of the original product warranty,
or for 90 days, whichever is of greater benefit to the ultimate user.
SKYTRON’s responsibility and liability shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part which we, SKYTRON, determine to be defective
within the applicable warranty period. Minor adjustments required as a result of normal wear during the use of the product within the warranty
period are not covered under warranty. The labor portion of this warranty is covered by SKYTRON’s Authorized Service Agent. Repairs made
by others are not authorized nor covered by SKYTRON with respect to labor costs.
SKYTRON shall not be liable for any other expense, loss or damage, whether direct, incidental, consequential or exemplary arising in connection
with the sale or use of or the inability to use SKYTRON products.
NO EXPRESS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY SKYTRON WITH RESPECT TO ITS PRODUCTS EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH
HEREIN. ANY WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE TWO-YEAR AND 90-DAY TERMS SET FORTH ABOVE. THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS
OF WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES.
No dealer, agent, employee or other representative of SKYTRON is authorized to extend or enlarge this warranty.
4/00
Although current at the time of publication, SKYTRON’s policy of continuous development makes this
manual subject to change without notice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TitlePage
SPECIAL USER ATTENTION.............................................................................................................1
SECTION I INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................2
1-1. General ....................................................................................................................................2
1-2. Power Requirements ...............................................................................................................2
1-3. Pendant Control Unit...............................................................................................................3
3-2. Service .....................................................................................................................................8
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SPECIAL USER INFORMATION
The extreme positioning capabilities of the 3100
series tables requires special attention for possible
interference points when using multiple function
positioning. As with the operation of any surgical
table, a certain amount of care should be exercised
to position the patient safely. Although the thick
pads and sheets substantially protect the patient,
pinch points, located at the joints of the top section
should always be considered. BE SURE THAT
THE ARMS, HANDS AND FINGERS OF THE
PATIENT, AND THOSE OF THE OPERATING
ROOM PERSONNEL, ARE CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS BEFORE MOVING THE TABLE.
Proper restraints should always be used for patient
safety.
Certain accessories can be damaged when changing the position of the table top sections. Always
look first to see if a desired movement is going to
interfere with any accessories in use.
The operator has the ultimate responsibility of
preventing damage or possible injury. In general,
common sense will dictate when there is a potential hazard.
The following precautions should be reviewed
by all personnel prior to operating the table.
WARNING
DO NOT use the table in the presence
of FLAMABLE GASES.
NOTE
In case of a power failure or an electrical problem within the table, the emergency brake release system can be
used to move the table. The control
lever for this function is located on the
side of the table base and is identified
by an EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE
label. Turn the lever counterclockwise
to release the brakes.
NOTE
The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be closed before any hydraulic
function will operate.
IMPORTANT
•The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be tightened securely when not in
use.
•If the Emergency Brake Release Valve
has been operated, the BRAKE UNLOCK button on the pendant control
will have to be pressed before brakes
will lock again.
NOTE
The table will lift and articulate a patient
weight of 500 pounds assuming normal
positioning of the patient.
NOTE
Activating any function button will activate the brake system. Using the TABLE
UP function to set the brakes provides
a visual assurance that the brakes are
locked. As the brake cylinders are
extending, the entire table will move
slightly. When the table top begins to
elevate, the brakes are fully locked.
WARNING
DO NOT unlock brakes when a patient
is on the table. An uneven patient
weight load may cause instability.
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SECTION I INTRODUCTION
CASSETTE TRA Y
POSITIONING GUIDE
1-1. General
LEG SECTION
KIDNEY BRIDGE
Figure 1-1. Model 3100 Surgical Table
X-RAY CASSETTE
TRAVEL INDICATOR
X-RAY CASSETTE
POSITIONING CRANK
PENDANT
CONTROL
ELECTRICAL
ENCLOSURE
SKYTRON’s Model 3100 and 3100A surgical tables
are electro-hydraulically operated surgical tables
with special x-ray equipment compatibility features.
See figure 1-1.
A longitudinal top slide capability of 23-1/2 inches
allows clearance for C-arm coverage of 58-3/4
inches without the need to reposition the patient. Xray cassettes can be loaded into a movable tray
from the head end of the table. A manual hand
crank system allows cassette positioning throughout an unobstructed range of 65 inches. A travel
indicator next to the hand crank indicates where the
center of the cassette tray is located in relation to
the positioning guide on the side of the table for
precise x-ray positioning. The full radiographic
table top allows clear sharp x-rays throughout the
cassette travel range.
The hydraulically-operated (built-in) kidney bridge
on the Model 3100 is made up of movable table top
sections. This allows total unobstructed radiographic capability with the kidney bridge in use. The
kidney bridge is not available on Model 3100A.
Manual controls are provided for cassette tray
positioning, emergency brake release, and leg
section removal.
1-2. Power Requirements
The Elite 3100 series tables require a 120VAC, 60
Hz electrical power supply. The table is equipped
with a 15 foot long, power cord with a standard
three prong, hospital grade plug. The electrical
protection fuses are located on the front edge of
the base. See figure 1-2. The main power ON/
OFF switch is located on the electrical enclosure.
ELECTRICAL
ENCLOSURE
COVER
PLATE
POWER
CORD
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
The push button, pendant control unit operates the
kidney bridge function (Model 3100) as well as the
trendelenburg, lateral tilt, top slide, elevation, and
the floor lock/brake system functions.
2
FUSE
Figure 1-2. Power Switch and Fuse Location
1-3. Pendant Control Unit
The hand-held pendant control unit (figure 1-3) has
a non slip rubber cover which assures a positive
grip during use. A spring clip hanger located on the
back of the control allows it to be stored on the table
side rails.
CLIP
TREND
REV.
TILT
TREND
RIGHT
TILT
TABLE
LEFT
DOWN
TABLE
SLIDE
UP
HEAD
SLIDE
*
KIDNEY
FOOT
DOWN
KIDNEY
BRAKE
UP
UNLOCK
RETURN
POWER ON
PRESS TO LOCK BRAKES
*
POWER
INDICATOR
FUNCTION
BUTTONS
Figure 1-3. Pendant Control Unit
The function push buttons are identified with abbreviated descriptions for all functions. See figure
1-4. The trendelenburg and table up buttons are
red, the remaining buttons are all black.
TRENDELENBURG
REVERSE
LA TERAL TIL T LEFT
TABLE UP
SLIDE FOOT END
KIDNEY BRIDGE UP
(3100)
RETURN
REV.
TREND.
TILT
LEFT
TABLE
UP
SLIDE
FOOT
KIDNEY
UP
RETURN
* PRESS TO LOCK BRAKES
TREND
TILT
RIGHT
TABLE
DOWN
SLIDE
LEG
KIDNEY
DOWN
BRAKE
UNLOCK
POWER ON
TRENDELENBURG
LA TERAL TIL T RIGHT
TABLE DOWN
SLIDE HEAD END
KIDNEY BRIDGE DOWN
(3100)
BRAKE RELEASE
POWER ON
INDICATOR
Figure 1-4. Function Push Buttons
NOTE
Activating any function button will activate the brake system. Using the TABLE
UP function to set the brakes provides
a visual assurance that the brakes are
locked. As the brake cylinders are
extending, the entire table will move
slightly. When the table top begins to
elevate, the brakes are fully locked.
To unlock the brakes, press the BRAKE UNLOCK
button and release. The brakes will retract automatically in approximately 7-8 seconds.
WARNING
DO NOT unlock brakes when a patient
is on the table. An uneven patient
weight load may cause instability.
NOTE
In case of a power failure or an electrical problem within the table, the emergency brake release system can be
used to move the table. The control
lever for this function is located on the
side of the table base and is identified
by an EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE
label. Turn the lever counterclockwise
to release the brakes.
NOTE
The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be closed before any hydraulic
function will operate.
IMPORTANT
•The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be tightened securely when not in
use.
•If the Emergency Brake Release Valve
has been operated, the BRAKE UNLOCK button on the pendant control
will have to be pressed before brakes
will lock again.
1-4. Floor Lock/Brake System
The floor lock/brake system consists of four selfleveling, hydraulic brake cylinders which raise and
support the table base off from the casters. Press
the TABLE UP button on the pendant control to set
the table’s brakes. An electronic timer in the brake
circuit will activate the brake system until the brakes
are completely set, approximately 8-10 seconds.
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SECTION II OPERATION
2-1. Electrical Power
a. Check to be sure power cord is plugged into
120VAC outlet.
IMPORTANT
Prior to operating the table, review the
SPECIAL USER ATTENTION section
on page 1.
b. Depress “Main Power ON/OFF” switch on
the electrical enclosure. See figure 2-1. The green
Power On indicator light on the pendant control unit
should now be illuminated.
POWER
CORD
MAIN POWER SWITCH
ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
a. Floor Lock/Brake System. To activate the
brakes without affecting table positioning, press
the TABLE UP button. See figure 2-3. The elevation cylinder will not function until the brakes are
completely extended. An electronic timer in the
brake circuit will activate the brake system until the
brakes are completely set, approximately 8-10
seconds.
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
TABLE UP
KIDNEY
RETURN
FOOT
KIDNEY
DOWN
UP
BRAKE
UNLOCK
POWER ON
BRAKE
RELEASE
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
Figure 2-3. Brake System Activation
Figure 2-1. Main Power Switch
2-2. Pendant Control Unit
The hand-held pendant control unit (figure 2-2)
activates the following table functions:
TRENDELENBURG
REVERSE
LA TERAL TIL T LEFT
TABLE UP
SLIDE FOOT END
KIDNEY BRIDGE UP
(3100)
RETURN
REV.
TREND.
TILT
LEFT
TABLE
UP
SLIDE
FOOT
KIDNEY
UP
RETURN
TREND
TILT
RIGHT
TABLE
DOWN
SLIDE
LEG
KIDNEY
DOWN
BRAKE
UNLOCK
POWER ON
TRENDELENBURG
LA TERAL TIL T RIGHT
TABLE DOWN
SLIDE HEAD END
KIDNEY BRIDGE DOWN
(3100)
BRAKE RELEASE
POWER ON
INDICATOR
Press the BRAKE UNLOCK button on the pendant
control to release the four self-leveling brake feet in
order to move the table. See figure 2-3. The brake
delay circuit automatically retracts the brake system with just one press of the BRAKE UNLOCK
button. It takes approximately 7-8 seconds to
totally release the system.
WARNING
DO NOT unlock brakes when a patient
is on the table. An uneven patient
weight load may cause instability.
b. Emergency Brake Release. In case of a
power failure or an electrical problem within the
table, an emergency brake release system can be
used to move the table. The control lever for this
function is located on the side of the table base and
is identified by an EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASE label. Turn the lever counterclockwise to
release the brakes. See figure 2-4.
* PRESS TO LOCK BRAKES
Figure 2-2. Pendant Control Unit
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Figure 2-4. Emergency Brake Release
NOTE
The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be closed before any hydraulic
function will operate.
IMPORTANT
•The Emergency Brake Release Valve
must be tightened securely when not in
use.
d. Lateral Tilt. To achieve lateral tilt right (as
viewed from the head end of the table), press the
TILT RIGHT button (figure 2-6). Tilt of up to 20°
may be obtained. To achieve lateral tilt left, press
the TILT LEFT button. Tilt of up to 20° may be
obtained.
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LATERAL
TILT LEFT
20˚
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
FOOT
KIDNEY
KIDNEY
DOWN
UP
BRAKE
RETURN
UNLOCK
POWER ON
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
LATERAL
TILT RIGHT
20˚
•If the Emergency Brake Release Valve
has been operated, the BRAKE UNLOCK button on the pendant control
will have to be pressed before brakes
will lock again.
c. Trendelenburg. To place the surgical table
in a trendelenburg (head down) position, press the
TREND button. See figure 2-5. Tilt of up to 20° may
be obtained. To place the table in a reverse
trendelenburg (head up) position, press the REV
TREND button. Tilt of up to 20° may be obtained.
REVERSE
TRENDELENBURG
20˚
20˚
REV.
TREND.
TILT
LEFT
TABLE
UP
SLIDE
FOOT
KIDNEY
UP
RETURN
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
TRENDELENBURG
TREND
TILT
RIGHT
TABLE
DOWN
SLIDE
HEAD
KIDNEY
DOWN
BRAKE
UNLOCK
POWER ON
Figure 2-6. Lateral Tilt Positioning
e. Elevation. To raise table top, press the
TABLE UP button (figure 2-7.). The table will lift a
patient weight of 500 pounds up to a maximum
height of 40". To lower the table top, press the
TABLE DOWN button. The table top will go down
to a minimum height of 29".
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
40"
29"
TABLE UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
FOOT
KIDNEY
KIDNEY
DOWN
UP
BRAKE
RETURN
UNLOCK
POWER ON
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
TABLE DOWN
Figure 2-5. Trendelenburg Positioning
Figure 2-7. Elevation Function
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f. Slide Function. To move the table top toward
POWER ON
REV.
TREND.
TILT
LEFT
RETURN
TABLE
UP
SLIDE
FOOT
KIDNEY
UP
TREND
TILT
RIGHT
TABLE
DOWN
SLIDE
HEAD
KIDNEY
DOWN
BRAKE
UNLOCK
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
RETURN
the foot end of the table, push the SLIDE-FOOT
button. See figure 2-8.
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
FOOT
KIDNEY
KIDNEY
DOWN
SLIDE
FOOT END
UP
BRAKE
RETURN
UNLOCK
POWER ON
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
Figure 2-8. Slide-Foot Function
The table top will move longitudinally up to 23-1/2
inches. To return the table top to normal position,
push the SLIDE-HEAD button. See figure 2-9.
To lower the kidney bridge, push the KIDNEYDOWN button.
h. Return Function. Pushing the RETURN
button will return the table top to a level position
from lateral tilt and/or trendelenburg positions. See
figure 2-11.
Figure 2-11. Return Function
2-3. Leg Section
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
FOOT
KIDNEY
KIDNEY
DOWN
UP
BRAKE
RETURN
UNLOCK
POWER ON
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
SLIDE
HEAD END
Figure 2-9. Slide-Head Function
g. Kidney Bridge (Model 3100). To raise the
kidney bridge, push the KIDNEY-UP button. See
figure 2-10.
REV.
TREND
TREND.
TILT
TILT
RIGHT
LEFT
TABLE
TABLE
UP
DOWN
SLIDE
SLIDE
HEAD
Figure 2-10. Kidney Bridge-Up Function
KIDNEY
BRIDGE
UP
FOOT
KIDNEY
KIDNEY
DOWN
UP
BRAKE
RETURN
UNLOCK
POWER ON
PRESS TO UNLOCK BRAKES
KIDNEY
BRIDGE
DOWN
For perineal access, the leg section can be easily
removed from the table. To remove the section,
rotate both locking handles outward and pull the leg
section straight out. Reverse the procedure to
install the section. See figure 2-12.
LOCK HANDLE (2)
Figure 2-12. Leg Section Removal
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2-4. X-ray Cassette Tray
X-ray cassettes can be inserted into a positionable
tray at the head end of the table. See figure 2-13.
The cassette can be positioned for x-ray coverage
of up to 65 inches from the head end of the table.
The removable tray attaches to the drive mechanism with magnets. To position the cassette tray
within the table, rotate the manual crank handle
located on the side of the table. A positioning guide
on the sides of the table corresponds with the travel
indicator for precise cassette positioning. Use the
positioning guide (if the guide is not visible due to
table draping, a measuring tape can be used) to
determine the desired location for the cassette.
Insert the cassette into the tray and rotate the
manual crank until the desired position is achieved
on the travel indicator.
CASSETTE
TRAVEL
INDICATOR
POSITIONING GUIDE
MANUAL
CRANK
TRAY
Figure 2-13. X-ray Cassette Tray
HEAD END
OF T ABLE
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SECTION III MAINTENANCE
3-1. Preventive Maintenance
The following preventive maintenance checks and
services are recommended to ensure the serviceability and proper operation of your SKYTRON
surgical table.
a. During normal cleaning, a general visual examination should be made checking for leaks,
loose bolts or parts, and cracked, chipped, or
missing paint. Any necessary repairs should be
made.
b. Semi-annually the following checks and services should be performed:
1. Check all hydraulic fittings, mini valves
and slave cylinders for proper operation
and any signs of leaks.
2. Check the hydraulic speed controls and
adjust if necessary.
3-2. Service
Table maintenance can be performed by trained
maintenance personnel using SKYTRON authorized replacement parts and service techniques.
Service instructions and parts are available from
SKYTRON.
To obtain service instructions, replacement parts,
factory service or preventive maintenance contracts, contact your nearest SKYTRON representative or write:
SKYTRON
5000 36th Street S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
1-800-SKYTRON
3. Pressure check (with a gauge) the pressure relief valve.
4. Check all mechanical adjustments and
adjust as necessary.
5. Check hydraulic fluid level.
6. Lubricate the slider assembly.
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5000 36th Street S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512
1-800-SKYTRON or 1-616-957-0500 • FAX 1-616-957-5053
PARTS CATALOG
3100 ELITE SERIES
SURGICAL TABLES
Page 1
ItemPart No.DescriptionQty.
This section contains the exploded views andreplacementpartslistsfor the serviceable
components ofthe SKYTRON Model 3100 surgical table.
Each serviceable part in these exploded views is identified byareference number.Use
this number to locate necessary part information in the parts list adjacent to the exploded
view.
Always use the complete SKYTRON part number, description and Serial Number
whenordering replacementparts.
INTRODUCTION
Abbreviations
As Required .......................................... A/R
1-800-SKYTRON or 1-616-957-0500 • FAX 1-616-957-5053
ELITE SERIES SURGICAL TABLES
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MODEL 3100
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.......................................................................................................................... 1
1-1. General ............................................................................................................................................................ 1
Electro-Hydraulic System ........................................................................................................................................ 1
a. Motor/Pump Operation ................................................................................................................................ 3
b. Pressure Relief Valve.................................................................................................................................. 3
c. Mini-Valves ................................................................................................................................................. 4
d. Mini-Valve in Neutral Position ..................................................................................................................... 4
e. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated................................................................................................................... 5
f. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated..................................................................................................................... 5
g. Hydraulic Cylinders (Slave Cylinders).......................................................................................................... 6
h. Elevation Cylinder Return Circuit................................................................................................................. 8
i. Brake System ............................................................................................................................................. 8
j. Emergency Brake Release .......................................................................................................................... 9
a. Fluid Level .................................................................................................................................................. 9
b. Bleeding The Hydraulic System .................................................................................................................. 9
c. Pressure Relief Valve................................................................................................................................ 10
d. Speed Adjustments................................................................................................................................... 10
SECTION II MECHANICAL TABLE ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................ 12
a. Side Frame Cover Removal ...................................................................................................................... 12
b. Adjustment................................................................................................................................................ 12
2-2. Slide Function Bearing Adjustment ................................................................................................................ 12
3-9. Single Action Brake Circuit Diagnosis Chart................................................................................................... 21
3-10.Flexible Hose Identification and Placement .................................................................................................... 22
SECTION IV ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.................................................................................................................... 23
4-1. General .......................................................................................................................................................... 23
4-3. Model Coverage ............................................................................................................................................. 23
REV 10/01
Although current at the time of publication, SKYTRON's policy of continuous development makes this manual subject to change
without notice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED)
SECTION V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................. 24
5-2. Main Switch ................................................................................................................................................... 24
5-4. Pendant Control ............................................................................................................................................. 29
6-2. Main Switch ................................................................................................................................................... 38
6-3. Pendant Control ............................................................................................................................................. 39
WIRING DIAGRAM, MODEL 3100N ...................................................................................................................... 48
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SECTION I HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
1-1. General
Electro-Hydraulic System
The hydraulic system (with the exception of the
hydraulic cylinders and hoses) is contained within
the base of the table. The hydraulic valves and
pump are electrically controlled by the use of a
hand-held push button pendant control. The
power requirements for the table are 120 VAC,
5 amp, 60 Hz.
The table contains the following components. Refer to the block diagrams (figures 1-1 & 1-2) for
relationship.
NOTE
Continuing development of the Model
3100 Table has resulted in several
changes. However, the basic operation of the internal components remains
the same. Figure 1-1 depicts the hydraulic system of the early models and
figure 1-2 depicts the later models.
a. Oil Reservoir - Main oil supply. Approximately
two quarts.
b. Motor/Pump Assembly - A positive displacement gear type pump provides the necessary
oil pressure and volume.
The motor/pump assembly is a gear type pump
that provides the oil pressure and volume for the
entire hydraulic system. The pump has an inlet
side and an outlet side. The inlet side is connected
to the reservoir which provides the oil supply. The
reservoir has a very fine mesh screen strainer
which prevents foreign material from entering the
oil system.
The output line of the pump is connected to the
main oil galley which is internal and common to all
the hydraulic mini-valves and pressure relief valve.
Also, common to the hydraulic mini-valves and
pressure relief valve is an oil galley that internally
connects to the oil reservoir to provide a return
path for the hydraulic oil. See figure 1-3.
clockwise increases the amount of oil pressure
re-quired to open the valve, and turning it counterclockwise decreases the amount of oil
pressure. (See adjustment section for specification.)
Figure 1-3.
b. Pressure Relief Valve
This device provides an alternate oil path when the
hydraulic cylinders reach the end of their stroke
and the pump continues to run. If this path were not
provided, the pump motor would stall because the
oil cannot be compressed. The pressure relief
valve is directly connected to the mini-valve bodies
and shares both the common internal main
pressure oil galley, and the return oil galley, that
internally connect to the reservoir.
Figure 1-4. Pressure Relief Valve Not
Functioning
The main component of the valve is an adjustable
spring loaded plunger that is pushed off from its
seat by the oil pressure. The oil then flows back
into the reservoir. Turning the adjustment nut
Figure 1-5. Pressure Relief Valve Functioning
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c. Mini-Valves
side of the piston being loaded with hydraulic
pressure and the other side having no load.
The operation of the mini-valves is identical for all
table functions except the elevation and Single
Action Brake circuits. These two hydraulic circuits
use a 3-way (single check valve) type mini-valve.
All other functions use a 4-way (dual check valve)
type mini-valve.
Either type mini-valve is controlled by two pushing
type, electrically operated solenoids. The solenoids push the spool valve (located in the lower
portion of the valve) one way or the other. This
motion opens the main supply galley (which has
pump pressure) allowing the oil to flow through the
various parts of the mini-valve to the function. The
spool valve also opens an oil return circuit which
allows the oil to return to the oil reservoir.
The main components of the mini-valve and their
functions are listed below:
1. Spool Valve - Opens the main oil galley
(pump pressure) to either mini-valve outlet depending on which direction the spool valve is
pushed. Also it provides a return path for the oil
returning back into the reservoir.
Also, by using this control method, it doesn’t matter
what size cylinder and piston is used because the
speed can be controlled by restricting the return
oil. If the pump puts out more volume to a certain
slave cylinder than the speed control is allowing to
go back to the reservoir, the pressure relief valve
provides an alternate path for the pump oil.
d. Mini-valve in neutral position-
(No fluid flow) See figure 1-6.
1. Spool Valve Centered - This closes off
both oil pressure and oil return galleys.
2. Pilot Plungers Both Closed -The pilot plungers control the opening of the check valves. If they
are closed, the check valves must be closed.
3. Check Valves - Both check valves are
closed trapping the oil in the cylinder and oil lines.
4. Speed Adjustment - When the mini-valve
is in the neutral position, the speed adjustment
does not affect anything because there is not any
oil flow.
2. Pilot Plunger - There are two plungers in a
four- way mini-valve (one in a 3-way mini-valve),
one under each check valve. The purpose of the
pilot plungers is to mechanically open the return
check valve allowing the oil to return back into the
reservoir.
3. Check Valve - Two are provided in each
four-way mini-valve to seal the oil in the cylinders
and oil lines and prevent any movement of the
table. One check valve is provided in a 3-way minivalve.
4. Speed Adjustments - There are two speed
adjustments in each mini-valve. They are needle
valve type controls which restrict the volume of
oil returning back into the reservoir, thereby controlling the speed of the table surface movement. A
3-way mini-valve has only one speed adjustment.
The speed controls are always located in the
return oil circuit. This prevents uncontrolled movement of the piston in the slave cylinder due to one
Figure 1-6. Mini-Valve in Neutral Position
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e. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated
(See figure 1-7.)
Slave Cylinder Piston Moves to Left
Right Mini-Valve Port is Supply Line
Left Mini-Valve Port is Return Line
f. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated
(See figure 1-8.)
Slave Cylinder Piston Moves to Right
Left Mini-Valve Port is Supply Line
Right Mini-Valve Port is Return Line
Figure 1-7. Mini-Valve Right Port Activated
1. Spool Valve - Pushed to the left by electric
solenoid. This opens the internal oil pressure galley allowing the fluid to go through the check valve
and on to the cylinder. Also, the spool valve opens
the oil return line providing an oil path through the
internal oil galley back to the reservoir.
2. Pilot Plunger Valve - Left pilot plunger valve
is pushed up by the incoming oil pressure
mechanically opening the check valve located
above it in the return circuit. This action allows the
oil from the left side of the slave cylinder to go back
into the reservoir. The right pilot plunger valve is not
affected in this operation mode.
3. Check Valves - Both check valves are
opened in this operation mode. The right check
valve is pushed open by the oil pressure created
by the pump. The oil then continues to go
through the lines and pushes the slave cylinder
piston to the left. At the same time, the left check
valve is held open mechanically by the pilot
plunger providing a return path for the oil through
the mini-valve back into the reservoir.
Figure 1-8. Mini-Valve Left Port Activated
1. Spool Valve -Pushed to the right by electric
solenoid. This opens the internal oil pressure galley
allowing the fluid to go through the check valve and
on to the cylinder. Also, the spool valve opens the
oil return line providing an oil path through the
internal oil galley back to the reservoir.
2. Pilot Plunger Valve - Right pilot plunger
valve is pushed up by the incoming oil pressure
mechanically opening the check valve located
above it in the return circuit. This action allows the
oil from the right side of the slave cylinder to go
back into the reservoir. The left pilot plunger valve
is not affected in this operation mode.
3. Check Valves - Both check valves are
opened in this operation mode. The left valve is
pushed open by the oil pressure created by the
pump. The oil then continues to go through the
lines and pushes the slave cylinder piston to the
right. At the same time, the right check valve is
held open mechanically by the pilot plunger
providing a return path for the oil through the minivalve back to the reservoir.
4. Speed Adjustment - The right speed control
(output side) does not have any effect in this
operation mode because the oil is routed around
the speed adjustment through a by-pass valve
and then to the output port. The left speed
adjustment controls the speed of the table function
by restricting the amount of oil going back into the
reservoir.
4. Speed Adjustment - The left speed control
(output side) does not have any effect in this operation mode because the oil is routed around the
speed adjustment through a by-pass valve and
then to the output port. The right speed adjustment
controls the speed of the table function by restricting the amount of oil going back to the reservoir.
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g. Hydraulic Cylinders (Slave Cylinders)
There are several different types of hydraulic cylinders used in the table that activate the control
functions. With the exception of the elevation and
Single Action Brake Cylinders, all operate basically the same way. The control functions are
listed below. See figure 1-9.
2. Lateral Tilt Cylinder Assembly - The lateral
tilt cylinder assembly consists of a dual cylinder
housing with two pistons complete with
connecting rods. The connecting rods are
attached to a stationary pin in the housing on
top of the main support column. The cylinder
housing attaches to the table top via both side
frames and is attached to the support column with
a pivot pin. See figure 1-11.
Figure 1-9. Cylinder Placement
1. Kidney Lift and Trendelenberg Cylinders The double action cylinder is closed at one end
and has a movable piston with hydraulic fluid on
both sides. Connected to this piston is a ram or
shaft that exits out of the other end of the cylinder.
Through the use of either a ball and socket, or
clevis and pin arrangement, this ram is connected to a movable table surface.
The pistons and connecting rods are attached to
a non-movable surface. Therefore, when hydraulic fluid is pumped into one side, the cylinder
housing itself moves around its pivot pin causing
the table top to tilt to one side. To tilt the table top
in the opposite direction, hydraulic fluid is pumped
into the other side of the cylinder assembly.
The movable surface can be moved one way
or the other by pumping hydraulic fluid into either
side of the piston. Obviously, if oil is pumped into
one side of the cylinder, a return path must be
provided for the oil on the other side. See figure 1
-10.
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Figure 1 -11. Lateral Tilt Cylinder Assembly
3. Slide Function Cylinder - This cylinder is also
a double action cylinder. It differs from the Kidney
Lift and Trendelenburg cylinders in that the piston is
connected fo rams which exit from each end of the
cylinder tube. The ends of the rams connect to
each end of the table top. The cylinder tube Is
connected to the main side frame. When hydraulic
fluid is pumped into one side of the cylinder the
entire table top assembly will slide longitudinally.
See figure 1-12.
Figure 1-12. Slide Function Cylinder
4. Elevation Cylinder (Single Action) -This cylinder is different than the others because it does
not have hydraulic fluid on both sides of the
piston. It depends on the weight of the table top
assembly to lower it.
5. Double Action Brake Cylinder (Early Table
Models)- The brake cylinders are double action
cylinders similar to the trendelenburg cylinder.
The movable piston's ram is connected to a
brake pad. Oil pumped into the top of the cy-linder
pushes the piston down and raises the table base
off its casters. Oil pumped into the bottom of the
cylinder pushes the piston up, lowering the base
back onto its casters. See figure 1-14.
The cylinder is set in the center of the elevation
main column. The piston and piston rod are
elevated by the driven force of the oil pressure.
When lowering, the oil that is accumulated in the
cylinder is returned to the oil reservoir through
the mini-valve due to the table top weight.
A slider support assembly is used to support
the weight of the upper table section. The
stainless steel decorative shrouds cover the
flexible hydraulic hoses and slider. See figure 1-
13.
Figure 1-14. Double Action Brake Cylinder
6. Single Action Brake Cylinder (Later Table
Models)- The brake cylinders are single action
type similar to the elevation cylinder. The
movable piston's ram is connected to a brake
pad. See figure 1-15. Oil pumped into the top of
the cylinder pushes the piston down and raises
the table base off its casters. An internal return
spring on the bottom of the piston, pushes the
piston up to return the oil through the mini-valve to
the reservoir.
Figure 1-13. Elevation Assembly
Figure 1-15. Single Action Brake Cylinder
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h. Elevation Cylinder Return Circuit
A three-way (single check valve type) mini-valve
controls both the elevation and return circuits. The
elevation circuit operation within the mini-valve is
identical to the operation of the four-way valves
previously described (inlet pressure opens the
check valve allowing the oil to enter the cylinder).
In the return position, inlet pressure pushes the
pilot plunger up and opens the return check valve.
See figure 1-16. The open check valve allows
a path for the oil in the elevation cylinder to return to
the reservoir. When the pilot plunger valve is
opened, the continuing pump pressure opens
the pressure relief valve which provides a return
oil path to the reservoir.
The mini-valve used in the elevation circuit contains only one check valve (all four-way minivalves use two check valves). The check valve
is used to trap the oil in the elevation cylinder
thereby supporting the table top. When the top is
being lowered the check valve is mechanically
held open by the pilot plunger through pump
pressure.
2. 3-way (single check valve type) mini-valve.
3. Manually controlled emergency brake re-
lease.
4. Plumbing terminal, flexible hose, copper lines
and "O" rings.
5. Portions of the electrical system.
Figure 1-16. Elevation Return Circuit
i. Brake System
The later model brake system consists of the
following components: (figure 1-17)
1. Single action slave cylinders (4 each).
Figure 1-17. Brake System Block Diagram
Each corner of the cast-iron table base has
a hydraulic brake cylinder. These single-action
cylinders are hydraulically connected in parallel to
the mini-valve and all four are activated together. It
is normal for one corner of the table to raise before
the others due to the weight distribution of the table.
On early models the brakes are activated when
the "elevation-up" button on the pendant control
is pushed and held down. The brakes are
completely set when the elevation function (table
top) starts to move upward.
Later models use an electronic timer in the relay
box so that when any function on the pendant
control is pushed momentarily the pump/motor
and brake system mini-valve is activated and
the brake cylinders are completely set. The
electronic timer runs for approx. 8-10 seconds.
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The brakes are released by pushing the "UNLOCK" button momentarily. An electronic timer
in the relay box activates the brake function, hydraulic mini-valve and pump/motor.
When activated, the return hydraulic circuit operates similar to the elevation cylinder return circuit.
Return springs inside the single-action brake cylinders retract the brake pads and provide the pressure to return the hydraulic oil back to the reservoir.
The electronic timer operates the return circuit tor
approximately 8-10 seconds.
j. Emergency Brake Release
2. None of the table functions will operate
properly- if the valve is wide open. All of the hydraulic fluid from the pump is simply pumped through the
brake bypass circuit because that is the easiest
path for the oil to follow.
1-3. Hydraulic Adjustments
a. Fluid Level.
The fluid level should be approximately 1/2" below
the filler hole or gasket surface. If additional fluid is
needed, remove the filler vent cap with a phillips
screwdriver and add fluid through this opening
using a funnel. See figure 1-19.
The emergency brake release is simply a manually
operated bypass valve connected in parallel to the
brake cylinders and the oil reservoir. See figure 1-
18. When the valve is opened (turned counterclockwise) a return circuit for the brake hydraulic
fluid is opened. The return springs force the piston
up pushing the hydraulic oil back into the reservoir
and retracting the brake pads.
Figure 1-18.
IMPORTANT
The emergency brake release valve
must be tightened securely when not in
use.
NOTE
The elevation cylinder should be completely down and all the other control
functions in their neutral position when
checking oil level.
Figure 1-19.
The type of oil that should be used is Mobil DTE
#25 or equivalent. This is a very high quality hydraulic oil. The table requires approximately two
quarts of oil to operate properly.
b. Bleeding The Hydraulic System
If the emergency brake release valve
has been operated, the UNLOCK button on the pendant control may have to
be pressed before brakes will lock
again.
If the emergency brake release valve is open or
loose, two conditions could occur:
1. The brakes will release slowly- depending on
how loose the valve is. This could take anywhere
from a few minutes to several hours.
To purge the air from the hydraulic system,
operate each function back and forth at least two
or three times.
NOTE
Whenever a hydraulic line or com-ponent
is replaced, bleed the air out of the lines
using the pump pressure before
making the final connection. Then
operate the function until it stalls in both
directions.
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c. Pressure Relief Valve
The pressure relief valve is adjusted by turning
the adjustment nut until the desired pressure is
reached.
To adjust:
1. Remove the blind cap and attach a
hydraulic pressure gauge to the main oil galley
using a 6mm plumbing bolt. See figure 1-20.
screwdriver and turning the adjustment screw
clockwise to decrease the speed and
counterclockwise to increase the speed. Refer
to figure 1-21.
Figure 1-20.
2. Raise the table top unit until it reaches the
end of its stroke and stalls. Observe reading on
pressure gauge. Turn adjustment nut (clockwise
to increase oil pressure, counterclockwise to
decrease) until desired reading is obtained.
Pressure should be 80KG/CM† -1138 PSI.
d. Speed Adjustments
The speed adjustments control the volume of
oil returning back to the reservoir thereby
controlling the speed of each control function.
All four-way mini-valves, have two speed
adjustments located in the ends of each valve
body. All three-way mini-valves have only one
speed adjustment.
One speed adjustment controls one direction of
a particular function and the opposite speed
adjustment controls the other direction. They are
adjustable by using a small straight blade
Figure 1-21.
Any control function should move in either direction at the same rate. If the rate of a certain function
is too slow, open the speed control slightly and
recheck. On the electric tables use the second
hand on a watch and time that particular function.
Match that time in the opposite direction by
opening or closing the speed control.
A pressure gauge can be used to set the speed
of each control function.
NOTE
Kidney Lift not applicable for Model
3100-A
To adjust:
1. Attach the pressure gauge onto the main
oil galley pictured in figure 1-19.
2. The gauge should read the following
values when operating the various control functions in either direction. Turn the speed controls
until desired values are obtained.
Elevation - There is not a speed adjustment for
raising the table. The speed control will only affect
the rate of descent and it should equal the rate
of elevation.
NOTE
These pressure values should be
used as a guideline. If the speed of a
control function moves faster in one
direction than the other direction,
adjust the speed control until they are
equal. You may find that the pressure
gauge may record a higher reading
in one direction. This is normal.
The kidney lift is operated by two hydraulic cylinders. The table top sections which make up the
kidney lift can twist and become damaged if these
two cylinders do not move together properly. If an
adjustment is necessary, use the following procedures.
a. Side Frame Cover Removal
Remove the seven phillips head bolts and side rail
collars which secure the side rails, and remove
the side rail. See figure 2-1. Remove the five
phillips head screws from the bottom of the side
panel and remove the side panel.
CAUTION
To prevent internal O-ring seal
damage, use extreme care not to
damage the working surface of the
cylinder rod (the portion which goes
inside the cylinder when it is retracted).
When proper adjustment is complete, replace side
cover and side rail.
2-2. Slide Function Bearing Adjustment
The bottom slide function roller bearings are
mounted on eccentric shafts. To adjust the bearing fit in the side frame channel, loosen the setscrew that holds the shaft in place and turn the
shaft with a screwdriver until all play is removed
from side rail channel. See figure 2-3.
Figure 2-1. Side Cover Removal
b. Adjustment
Loosen the nut which locks the cylinder rod to the
clevis. See figure 2-2. Adjust the cylinder travel by
turning the cylinder rod until the operating length of
both cylinders is equal. Tighten the lock nut.
Figure 2-2. Kidney Lift Cylinder Adjustment
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Figure 2-3. Bearing Adjustment
2-3. Cassette Tray Chain Adjustment
Each sprocket shaft is mounted in an eccentric
bushing. See figure 2-4. To adjust the chain
tension, loosen the set screw securing the bushing, turn the bushing to achieve the desired
tension and retighten the set screw. To gain
access to the bushing and the set screw, the side
cover must be removed. See paragraph 2-1 a.
Figure 2-4. Chain Tension Adjustment
2-4. Elevation Column Adjustment
NOTE
This adjustment is required only if excessive horizontal table top movement
occurs, or after replacement of the elevation column bearing components.
This adjustment should only be performed by a qualified technician.
WARNING
Extreme care must be taken not to
overtighten the set screws as irreversible damage to the elevation components may result.
To adjust:
tly tighten the adjustment set screws using a 4mm
allen wrench until slight pressure is exerted against
the bearing thrust plate.
CAUTION
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN SET
SCREWS.
5. Elevate the table until the next row of adjustment set screws becomes accessable. Tighten as
described in step 4 above.
6. Repeat this process until the elevation column is fully extended and all 10 rows of set screws
have been adjusted.
1. Lower elevation column.
2. Remove the screws which retain the lower
shroud to the base. See figure 2-5.
3. Using tape or bungy cord, secure the lower
shroud piece to the upper shroud piece.
4. Elevate the table top until the first row of
adjustment set screws becomes accessible. Gen-
7. Lower elevation column and repeat steps 4
through 6 until there is no horizontal movement to
the table top, and the elevation column descends
smoothly without binding.
NOTE
This adjustment should be checked
after one week, then approximately once
a year.
Figure 2-5. Elevation Column Adjustment
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SECTION III HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING
3-1. Precautions
Before attempting to troubleshoot any hydraulic
problem on the table, please read through the precautions and notes below.
CAUTION
When disconnecting any of the
hydraulic lines, fittings, joints, hoses,
etc., for the following control functions,
be sure these table surfaces are in
their down position or completely
supported.
Elevation
Kidney Lift
When working on the trendelenburg or lateral tilt hydraulic circuits, be
sure to support the table top.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these precautions may
result in an uncontrolled oil spray and
damage to the table or personal injury.
3-2. Troubleshooting Notes
When troubleshooting a table malfunction, first
determine the following:
Listed below are the hydraulic components that
are common with all hydraulic circuits. If there is
a problem with any of them, it could affect all
control functions.
1. Motor/Pump Assembly
2. Reservoir
3. Pressure Relief Valve
4. Certain Oil Lines and Galleys
If there was a problem in the following components, only one control function would normally
be affected.
1. Mini-Valve
2. Slave Cylinder
3. Oil Lines
NOTE
Whenever a hydraulic line or component is replaced, bleed the air out of
the lines using the pump pressure
before making the final connection.
After all connections are tight, cycle
the control function back and forth two
or three times to purge the remaining
air from the system.
1. Does the problem affect all control functions?
2. Does the problem affect only one control
function?
3. If the problem affects one control function
is it in both directions?
4. Is the problem intermittent?
5. Is the problem no movement of a table
surface or does the table surface lose position?
Once the problem has been determined,
concentrate on that particular hydraulic circuit or
control function.
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IMPORTANT
When installing new "O" rings use hydraulic oil to thoroughly lubricate the
"O" rings and cylinder. Keep everything clean.
Each complete oil circuit is shown on the following
pages. When troubleshooting a particular function, refer to the appropriate oil circuit diagram and
the list of possible problems
3-3. ELEVATION DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Table will not elevate properly
Table will not descend properly
Table loses elevation
Reason
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Low on Oil
Spool Valve Not Centered
Defective Pump
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Bad Check Valve
Spool Valve Not Centered
Defective Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Bad Check Valve
Leaking Mini-Valve
Loose Fittings,Joints, Hoses
Leaking "O" Ring Inside Cylinder
Figure 3-1. Elevation Circuit
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3-4. TRENDELENBURG DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Trendelenburg function moves improperly
Trendelenburg function chatters or loses position
Reason
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Defective or Dirty Check Valve
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
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Figure 3-2. Trendelenburg Circuit
3-5. LATERAL - TILT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Lateral tilt function moves improperly
Lateral tilt function chatters or loses position
Reason
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Defective or Dirty Check Valves
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
Figure 3-3. Lateral Tilt Circuit
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3-6. KIDNEY LIFT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Kidney Lift moves improperly
Kidney Lift chatters or loses position
Reason
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valve
Low on Oil
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Defective or Dirty Check Valve
OiI Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
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Figure 3-4. Kidney Lift Circuit (Model 3100 only)
3-7. SLIDE FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Slide function moves improperly
Reason
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valve
Low on Oil
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Bad Solenoid
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Slide function chattersDefective or Dirty Check Valve
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
Figure 3-5. Slide Function Circuit
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3-8. DOUBLE ACTION BRAKE CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Brakes will not set properly
Brakes will not stay locked
Brakes will not retract properly
Reason
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Defective or Dirty Check Valves
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Air Inside Cylinder
Pinched Hose
Low on Oil
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valves
Low on Oil
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
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Figure 3-6. Double Action Brake Circuit
3-9. SINGLE ACTION BRAKE CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS CHART
Problem
Brakes will not set properly
NOTE
If brakes have been released with the
Emergency Brake Release Valve,
brakes will not reset until MOVE Circuit
has been activated.
Brakes Will Not Stay Locked
Brakes will not retract properly
Reason
Emergency Brake Release Valve Open or Defective
Spool Valve Not Centered or Adjusted Properly
Bad Check Valve
Low on Oil
Pressure Relief Valve Not Set Properly
Pinched Hose
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Emergency Brake Release Valve Open or Defective
Defective or Dirty Check Valve
Oil Leakage in Circuit
Leaking "O" Ring Inside Cylinder
Incorrect Speed Adjustment
Bad Check Valve
Spool Valve Not Centered
Defective Mini-Valve
Defective Solenoid or Wiring
Defective Relay Box or Pendant Control
Figure 3-7. Single Action Brake System
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3-10. Flexible Hose Identification and Placement
The following figures will show the correct placement of the flexible hydraulic hoses used in the
table and their respective number codes.
Figure 3-8. Main Plumbing Terminal
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Figure 3-9. Cylinder and Plumbing Terminals
4-1. General
SECTION IV ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The complete electrical system (with the exception of the hand-held pendant control and the
return circuit micro-switches) is contained within
the base of the table. The pump motor and the hydraulic valves are controlled electrically with the
pendant control.
The electrically operated functions are as follows:
- ELEVATION - Up and Down
- TRENDELENBURG - Head up and down
- LATERAL TILT - Right and left
- KIDNEY LIFT- Up and down
- SLIDE FUNCTION
- RETURN - Trendelenburg and lateral tilt
- UNLOCK- Brake release
The power requirements are 120 VAC, 5 amp, 60
HZ, protected by internal fuses. The main power
on-off switch is an enclosed DPST type and the
power cord is a three-wire, fifteen foot long, UL
listed cord with a three-prong hospital grade plug.
Section V covers the Electrical System Troubleshooting for the Early Model base design and
Section VI covers the Electrical System Troubleshooting for the "N" Series base design.
The two models can be easily identified by the
position of the main power switch. The power
switch is located on the top of the base on the early
models and on the front of the base for the "N"
series models. See figure 4-1.
4-2. Components
Refer to figures 5-1 & 6-1. for the relationship of the
electrical components.
a. Wires, Connectors, Switches, Fuse - These
provide the path for the various electrical circuits.
b. Relay Box - Contains the step down transformer, full wave rectifier, and relay switches. The
relay switches are activated by the pendant control
and in turn energize the solenoid.
c. Hand-Held Pendant Control - Closes microswitches to activate relay box. Operates on 6.3
VDC.
d. Solenoids - These electrically open and close
the hydraulic ports of the mini-valve to direct the
fluid to the correct cylinders. They operate on 120
VAC.
4-1. Model Identification
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SECTION V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
5-1. Troubleshooting Notes
The basic operation of each component will be
defined along with a drawing and explanation on
how to check it out.
NOTE
This section covers the electrical system for the early base design tables
with serial number 3100-1992-8-440 &
prior. See section VI for the "N" series
base design, serial number 3100N1992-8-441 & later.
Certain defective components could cause the
entire table to stop functioning or only one control
function to stop, depending upon what part of the
component failed. Other defective components
would only cause one control function to stop.
These defective components could affect all control functions.
a. Motor/Pump Assembly (starting capacitor)
b. Main Switch Circuit and Wiring
1. Plug the power cord into the 120VAC supply
(wall receptacle) and turn ON main switch.
2. Disconnect connectors B and B'. See figure
5-2. Leave all other connectors connected.
Figure 5-2. Main Switch Box and Fuse
CAUTION
These defective components could affect all control functions or only one control function:
a. Relay Box
b. Pendant Control
A defective Solenoid would only affect one control
function.
When troubleshooting an electrical circuit, start at
the problem and work back to the power source.
5-2. Main Switch
The main power supply, 120 VAC, 60 HZ, comes
in through the power cord and through the main
switch. The main switch opens both lines when
in the "OFF" position. An 8 amp fuse is used in
one line to protect the complete electrical system
and it is located next to the main switch.
a. Main Switch Test
The following test will determine if line voltage is
applied to connector B', which in turn would
power the table.
Line voltage (120 VAC) will be measured in this test. Do not touch
uninsulated connector pins or meter
test leads.
3. Use an AC voltmeter capable of measuring 120 VAC and measure the voltage between
pins 1 and 3 (black and white wires) located in
connector B'. See figure 5-3. You should receive
line voltage 120 VAC.
Figure 5-3. Back View Connector B'
CONNECTOR B' COLOR CODE
Pin 1 -White
Pin 2 - Blue
Pin 3 - Black
Pin 4 - Red
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Figure 5-1. Electrical Circuit Block Diagram
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b. Test Results
If you do not receive the correct voltage measurement, the problem would have to be in the wires,
main switch, fuse, or power cord. If the correct
voltage is obtained, everything is good up to this
point and the problem would have to be in another
area.
5-3. Relay Box
The 120 volt power supply is directly connected
to the relay contacts. When these contacts are
closed, 120 volts is supplied to the solenoids which
are mounted on the hydraulic mini-valves. One
relay is used to supply 120V to the pump/motor
and is always activated no matter what control
function is selected. The brake locking circuit relay
is also activated when any control function other
than UNLOCK is selected.
Also, inside the relay box is a step-down transformer and full-wave rectifier which decreases the
line voltage to 6.3 volts. This low voltage potential
controls the relays by the use of the hand-held
pendant control buttons. Basically the relays
enable a 6.3 voltage potential to control the 120 volt
circuit.
3. Use an ohmmeter R x 1 scale to measure the
following connector pins in connector B. See figure
5-5.
Figure 5-5. Back View Connector B
CONNECTOR B COLOR CODE
Pin 1 Yellow
Pin 2 Blue
Pin 3 Blue
Pin 4 Red
a. Relay Box Test
The following tests will determine if the relay box is
functioning correctly.
b. Step# 1 -Checking Connector B
1. Plug the power cord into the 120 VAC supply
(wall receptacle). Leave the main switch in the
"OFF" position.
2. Disconnect B and B'. See figure 5-4. Leave
all other connectors connected.
c. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings,
the relay box or wiring is defective. If the correct
readings are obtained, this part of the relay box is
okay. Proceed to the next step.
d. Step #2 - Checking Low Voltage (Connector E)
This test checks the low voltage applied to the
pendant control buttons.
1. The power cord should be plugged into the
wall receptacle and main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect connector E and E'. See figure
4-1. All other connectors should be connected.
3. Use a DC voltage meter 10V scale, or
equivalent, and measure the following connector
pins located in connector E. See figure 5-6.
120 VAC will be measured in this test.
Do not touch uninsulated connector
pins or meter test leads.
1. The power cord should be plugged into
the wall receptacle and main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect connectors A and A', E and
E', and the motor connector C and C'. All other
connectors should be connected.
3. A jumper wire must be used to electrically
close the relay contacts in order to make this test.
The jumper wire will be used to connect pins 1
through 16 in the 16-pin connector E. See figure
5-7. These pins are low voltage (6.3V) and there
is no danger of electrical shock.
e. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
relay box or wiring is defective. If the correct
readings are obtained, this part of the relay box is
okay. Proceed to the next step.
f. Step #3 - Checking High Voltage (Connector A)
This test checks the high voltage (120V) that is
used to energize the solenoids.
Figure 5-7. Back View Connector E
4. Use an AC voltmeter capable of
measuring 120 VAC and measure the voltage
between the indicated connector pins located in
Connector A. See figure 5-8.
Figure 5-8. Back View Connector A
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CONNECTOR A COLOR CODE
1 Red15 White/Orange
2 Blue16 Blue
3 White/Red17 White/Yellow
4 Blue18 Blue
5 Yellow19 Violet/White
6 Blue20 Blue
7 Brown21 White/Black
8 Blue22 Blue
9 White/Brown23 Black/White
10 Blue24 Blue
11 White/Blue25 Red/White
12 Blue26 Blue/White
13 Orange27 Green/White
14 Blue28 Brown/White
IMPORTANT
Connector A is High Voltage 120 VAC.
Connector E is Low Voltage 6.3 VDC.
g. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
relay box or wiring is defective and should be
replaced.
NOTE
Before deciding the relay box is defective, check the wires and pins in the
connector blocks to make sure they
are not loose or making a bad connection with their mate.
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5-4. Pendant Control
The Pendant Control consists of 13 micro-switches
(buttons).When any of the circuits are completed
(by depressing a control button) the appropriate
relay contacts (located in the relay box) close and
120V potential is applied to the solenoid to operate
the hydraulic mini-valve. The Pendant Control has
only 6.3 volts applied to it.
Figure 5-9. Pendant Control Test
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a. Pendant Control Test
The following test will determine if the micro
switches inside the Pendant Control are functioning correctly.
1. Unplug the 19 pin connector from the base
of the table. You will be checking the cord side
connector.
2. Use an ohmmeter R x 1 and check the
continuity between pins 1 through 16. See figure
5-9.
3. Ohmmeter must show continuity between
the pins that are indicated when the appropriate
buttons are pressed.
NOTE
Pins 2 and 3 are connected to the LED
(power on light on the pendant control)
and cannot be checked with an ohmmeter.
Pin 16 in table socket connector will have no voltage potential unless 1 of the 4 return-to-level
micro-switches are activated, i.e. trendelenburg or
tilt.
b. Test Results:
If you do not receive continuity between any of the
pins, either the micro-switch in the Pendant Control is defective or a wire is broken. Either of these
problems can be repaired easily.
If you receive correct readings with the meter,
there is nothing wrong with the Pendant Control.
c. Wiring Harness Test
The following test checks the wires leading from
the relay box connector to the 19 pin connector
table socket. These wires apply low voltage to the
pendant control buttons. This test is similar to the
test performed on the connectors explained in the
relay box test.
1. The power cord should be plugged into the
wall socket and the main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect the 19 pin pendant control
connector. All other connectors should be connected.
Figure 5-10. Front View Table Connector
d. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct voltage reading,
the wiring or connector pins are faulty. If the
correct readings are obtained, this part of the
circuit is okay.
5-5. Solenoids
3. Use a DC voltmeter 10V scale and
measure the following pins located in the 19 pin
table socket connector. See figure 5-10.
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The solenoids are energized by 120 volt potential
that is controlled by the relays located inside the
relay box.
The solenoid windings are protected from excessive heat with an internal thermal fuse that will
open after approximately seven (7) minutes of
continuous operation. The solenoid must be replaced if the internal thermal fuse has been blown.
The solenoids are mounted directly on either side
of the hydraulic mini-valves and push the spool
valve in one direction or the other depending upon
which solenoid is activated.
a. Solenoid Test
The following tests will check the voltage applied
to the solenoids and the resistance of the solenoid
coil.
NOTE
Each solenoid is controlled with 120V
source coming from the relay box. This
source can easily be checked by
measuring the voltage at the 2 pin
connector in question.
CAUTION
Line voltage will be measured in this
test. Do not touch uninsulated connector pins or meter test leads.
b. Step #1
NOTE
If a solenoid does not function when
the pendant control button is pushed,
the problem could be the pendant
control, the relay box, or the solenoid.
1. Plug the table cord into the wall receptacle
and turn main switch ON.
2. Disconnect the 2 pin connector from the
solenoid in question, connector D' shown for example in Figure 5-11.
Figure 5-11. Solenoid Test
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3. Use a voltmeter capable of measuring 120
VAC and measure the voltage across the 2 pin
connector. Polarity of meter leads is not important.
NOTE
The appropriate pendant control
button must be pushed during this test.
The motor will run when this test is
performed, and the brake locking
solenoid will be activated by any function other than UNLOCK.
NOTE
Whenever there are several components of the same type, a defective
unit can also be detected by substituting a known good unit or wire connector. In some cases this may be
faster than using a multi-meter.
5-6. Motor/Pump Assembly
c. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct voltage, the problem could be in the wires leading down to connector A'. The problem could also be in the relay box
or the Pendant Control (refer to that section for
troubleshooting).
If the correct voltage is obtained, everything is
good up to that point and the problem is more than
likely the solenoid.
d. Step #2
The solenoid can be checked out using an ohmmeter R x 1 scale.
1. Measure the resistance between the two
pin connector in question, connector D shown for
example in Figure 5-11. Connector must be
disconnected. Polarity of meter leads is not important.
The electric motor is a capacitor start type with a
rating of 120 VAC, 200 watts. The field windings
are protected with a thermal protector that will
open the winding circuit if the motor is run continuously for approximately 10 minutes. This protector will take about 10 minutes to automatically
reset. The oil pump unit is attached to the bottom
of the motor and is a gear type displacement
pump with a pumping capacity of .4 liter per min.
The Motor/ Pump Assembly is mounted on an
insulated motor plate in the base of the table. The
starting capacitor is mounted along side the motor/
pump assembly
a. Motor/Pump Test
The following tests will check the voltage applied
to the motor and the resistance of the motor field
windings.
CAUTION
2. The meter should read approximately 8090 ohms at room temperature (58 ohms for tables
S.N. 1997-4 & L).
3. Measure the resistance between either pin
and ground.
4. Meter should read infinity.
e. Test Results:
If the solenoid does not check out with the meter,
it is more than likely defective and must be
replaced.
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Line voltage will be measured in this
test. Do not touch uninsulated connector pins or meter test leads.
b. Step #1
1. Plug the power cord into 120 VAC supply
(wall receptacle). Turn main switch ON.
2. Disconnect the 3 pin connector C' and C at
the motor. Leave all other connectors connected.
See figure 5-12.
If the correct voltage is obtained, everything is
good up to that point and the problem could be
either the motor or the starting capacitor.
d. Step #2
If the starting capacitor is shorted or grounded,
the motor will not run. Capacitors very seldom fail,
and it requires a dielectric tester to accurately test
one. However, an ohmmeter can be used to
determine if the capacitor will store a low voltage
charge and most of the time this is adequate.
1. Turn the main switch OFF.
Figure 5-12.
3. Use a voltmeter capable of measuring 120
VAC and measure the following connector pins in
connector C'. See figure 5-13.
Figure 5-13. Back View Connector C'
CONNECTOR C' COLOR CODE
1 - Red
2 - Blue
3 - Yellow
2. Connectors C' and C shouid be discon-
nected.
3. Use the R x 100 scale of the ohmmeter
and touch pins 2 and 3 of connector C'. See figure
5-13.
e. Test Results:
The meter needle should move up scale and
then back down to infinity. This would indicate that
the capacitor is storing an electrical charge.
NOTE
The capacitor may have to be
discharged first (by shorting pins 2 and
3 together) before you will be able to
see the ohmmeter needle swing up
the scale.
f. Step #3
c. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
problem could be in the wires, connectors, relay
box, or main switch (refer to that section for troubleshooting).
The motor windings can be statically checked
for resistance using an ohmmeter.
1. Turn main power switch OFF.
2. Connectors C' and C should be disconnected.
3. Use the R x 1 scale of the ohmmeter and
measure the resistance between the pins
located in 3 pin connector C shown on the chart.
See figure 5-14.
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Figure 5-14. Back View Connector C
CONNECTOR C COLOR CODE
1 - Red
2 - White
3 - Yellow
g. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
motor or wiring is defective.
5-7. Return-to-Level Micro-Switches.
The return-to-level feature is activated by a single
button on the pendant control and automatically
relevels the table top from the lateral tilt and
trendelenburg positions.
The micro-switches are cam operated. They operate on 6.3 VDC, and control the function circuits
(pump/motor and appropriate solenoid valves) exactly like the pendant control.
The micro-switches are wired to the relay box
through the 36 pin connector A and to the pendant
control 19 pin connector. See figure 5-15.
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Figure 5-15. Return-to-Level Micro-Switches
a. Switch Test.
1. Disconnect 36 pin connectors A and A', and
19 pin pendant control connector.
2. Use an ohmmeter to test the resistance
between indicated pins located in the pendant
control connector and connector A . Refer to figure
5-16. Polarity of test leads is not important.
Figure 5-17. Micro-Switch Covers
Figure 5-16. Return-to-Level Micro-Switch
Test
b. Switch Adjustment.
If proper readings are not obtained during test or if
table does not properly return to level, use the
following procedure to adjust the switches.
1. Apply table brakes and (using a level) level
the table top using the TRENDELENBURG and
LATERAL-TILT function buttons on the pendant
control.
2. Remove micro-switch covers (refer to figure
5-17), carefully loosen the switch retaining screws,
and adjust the switches as needed. See figure 5-
The basic operation of each component will be
defined along with a drawing and explanation on
how to check it out.
NOTE
This section covers the electrical system for the "N" series base design tables
with serial number 3100N-1992-8-441
& later. Refer to Section V for early
model tables.
Certain defective components could cause the
entire table to stop functioning or only one control
function to stop, depending upon what part of the
component failed. Other defective components
would only cause one control function to stop.
These defective components could affect all control functions.
a. Motor/Pump Assembly (starting capacitor)
b. Main Switch Circuit and Wiring
These defective components could affect all control functions or only one control function:
a. Relay Box
b. Pendant Control
The component listed below would only affect one
control function:
Solenoid
1. Plug the power cord into the 120VAC power
supply (wall receptacle) and turn ON the main
switch.
2. Disconnect connector CN4 from the relay
box. See figure 6-2. Leave all other connectors
connected.
Figure 6-2. Main Power Test
CAUTION
Line voltage (120VAC) will be measured in this test. DO NOT touch
uninsulated connector pins or meter
test leads.
3. Use an AC voltmeter capable of measuring
120VAC and measure the voltage between pins 1
and 2 (black and white wires) located in connector
CN4. See figure 6-3. You should receive line
voltage 120VAC.
When troubleshooting an electrical circuit, start at
the problem and work back to the power source.
6-2. Main Switch
The main power supply, 120VAC, 60HZ, comes in
through the power cord and through the main
switch. The main switch opens both lines when in
the "OFF" position. Two 10 amp fuses are used to
protect the complete electrical system and are
located next to the main switch.
a. Main Switch Test
The following test will determine if line voltage is
applied to connector CN4, which in turn would
power the table.
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Figure 6-3. Connector CN4
b. Test Results
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If you do not receive the correct voltage measurement, the problem would have to be in the wires,
main switch, fuses or power cord. If the correct
voltage is obtained, everything is good up to this
point and the problem would have to be in another
area.
6-3. Pendant Control
The Pendant Control consists of 12 micro-switches
(buttons). When any of the circuits are completed
(by depressing a control button) the appropriate
relay contacts (located in the relay box) close
applying 120V potential to the appropriate solenoid
to operate the mini-valve and the pump/motor. The
Pendant Control has only 5-6 volts applied to it.
a. Pendant Control Test
The following test will determine if the micro-switches
inside the Pendant Control are functioning correctly.
1. Unplug the pendant control from the base of
the table. You will be checking the cord side
connector.
2. Use an ohmmeter R x 1 scale and check the
continuity between pin 1 and pins 4 through 15. See
figure 6-4.
3. Ohmmeter must show continuity between
the pins that are indicated when the appropriate
buttons are pressed.
NOTE
Pins 2 and 3 are connected to the LED
(power on light on the pendant control)
and cannot be checked with an ohmmeter.
Figure 6-4. Pendant Control Test
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b. Test Results:
If you do not receive continuity between any of the
pins, either the micro-switch in the Pendant Control
is defective or a wire is broken. Either of these
problems can be repaired easily.
If you receive correct readings with the meter, the
Pendant Control is okay.
c. Wiring Harness Test
The following test checks the wires leading from
the relay box connector CN8 to the 19 pin connector table socket. These wires apply low voltage to
the pendant control buttons.
1. The power cord should be plugged into the
wall socket and the main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect the pendant control from the
base connector. All other connectors should be
connected.
d. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct voltage reading,
the wiring or connector pins may be faulty. Disconnect connector CN8 from the relay box and using
an ohmmeter, test the continuity between the corresponding pins in connectors CN8 and the table
base connector. See figure 6-6. If the correct
readings are obtained, this part of the circuit is
okay.
3. Use a DC voltmeter 10V scale and measure
the following pins located in the 19 pin table base
connector. See figure 6-5.
NOTE
Pin 15 in table base connector will have
no voltage potential unless 1 of the
return-to-level micro-switches are activated, i.e. trendelenburg or tilt.
Figure 6-6. Base Connector Continuity Test
6-4. Relay Box
The 120 volt power supply is directly connected to
the relay contacts. When these contacts are
closed, 120 volts is supplied to the solenoids which
are mounted on the hydraulic mini-valves. One
relay is used to supply 120V to the pump/motor and
is always activated no matter what control function
is selected. The brake locking circuit relay is also
activated when any control function other than
BRAKE UNLOCK is
initially
selected.
Also, inside the relay box is a step-down transformer and full-wave rectifier which decreases the
line voltage to 5.5 volts. This low voltage potential
controls the relays by the use of the hand-held
pendant control buttons. Basically the relays enable a 5.5 volt potential to control the 120 volt circuit.
Figure 6-5. Table Base Connector
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The following tests will determine if the relay box is
functioning correctly.
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c. Relay Box Output Connector CN8
a. Relay Box Input Connector CN4
1. Plug the power cord into the 120VAC power
supply (wall receptacle) and turn the main switch
ON. Leave all connectors connected.
CAUTION
Line voltage (120VAC) will be measured in this test. DO NOT touch
uninsulated connector pins or meter
test leads.
2. Use an AC voltmeter capable of measuring
120 volts and measure the voltage between pins 1
(white) and 2 (black) of connector CN4 for input
voltage. See figure 6-7. Meter should read line
voltage 120VAC.
3. Activate any table function with the Pendant
Control and using an AC voltmeter, test the voltage
at pins 3 and 4 of CN4 for output to the pump. Meter
should read 120VAC.
This test checks the low voltage applied to the
pendant control buttons.
1. The power cord should be plugged into the
wall receptacle and main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect Pendant Control connector. All
other connectors should be connected.
3. Using a DC voltmeter, measure the voltage
between pin 1(+) and pins 4 through 15(-) of the
table base connector. See figure 6-5. Meter should
read 5-6 volts.
d. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
relay box or wiring is defective. If the correct
readings are obtained, this part of the relay box is
okay. Proceed to the next step.
e. Relay Box Output Connectors CN6 & CN7
This test checks the high voltage (120V) that is
used to energize the solenoids.
Figure 6-7. Connector CN4
b. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
relay box or wiring is defective. If the correct
readings are obtained, this part of the relay box is
okay. Proceed to the next step.
CAUTION
120VAC will be measured in this test.
DO NOT touch uninsulated connector
pins or meter test leads.
1. The power cord should be plugged into the
wall receptacle and main switch turned ON.
2. Disconnect the motor connector CN15. All
other connectors should be connected. Test connectors CN6 and CN7 from the back while attached to the relay box.
3. Activate each of the Pendant Control buttons
and using and AC voltmeter capable of measuring
120VAC, measure the voltage between the appropriate connector pins located in connector CN6 or
CN7. See figure 6-8. Polarity of meter test leads is
not important. Meter should read 120VAC.
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a. Solenoid Test
The following tests check the voltage applied to the
solenoids and the resistance of the solenoid coil.
NOTE
•If a solenoid does not function when
the pendant control button is pushed,
the problem could be the pendant control, the relay box or the solenoid.
•Each solenoid is controlled with 120V
source coming from the relay box. This
source can easily be checked by measuring the voltage at the 2 pin connector
in question.
CAUTION
Figure 6-8. Relay Box Output Connectors
CN6 and CN7
f. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
relay box or wiring is defective and should be
replaced.
NOTE
Before deciding the relay box is defective, check the wires and pins in the
connector blocks to make sure they are
not loose or making a bad connection
with their mate.
6-5. Solenoids
The solenoids are energized by 120 volt potential
that is controlled by the relays located inside the
relay box.
The solenoid windings are protected from excessive heat with an internal thermal fuse that will open
after approximately seven (7) minutes of continuous operation. The solenoid must be replaced if the
internal thermal fuse has been opened. The solenoids are mounted directly on either side of the
hydraulic mini-valves and push the spool valve in
one direction or the other depending upon which
solenoid is activated.
Line voltage will be measured in this
test. DO NOT touch uninsulated connector pins or meter test leads.
b. Step #1
1. Plug the table cord into the wall receptacle
and turn main switch ON.
2. Disconnect the 2 pin connector from the
solenoid in question. See figure 6-9.
3. Use a voltmeter capable of measuring
120VAC and measure the voltage across the 2 pin
connector. Polarity of meter leads is not important.
NOTE
The appropriate Pendant Control button must be pushed during this test.
The motor will run when this test is
performed and the brake locking solenoid will be activated by any function
other than UNLOCK.
c. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct voltage, the problem could be in the wires leading to connectors
CN6 and CN7. The problem could also be in the
relay box or the Pendant Control (refer to appropriate section for troubleshooting).
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If the correct voltage is obtained, everything is good
up to that point and the problem is more than likely
the solenoid.
d. Step #2
The solenoid can be checked out using an ohmmeter R x 1 scale.
1. Measure the resistance between the two
pins of the connector in question. See figure 6-9.
Connector being tested must be disconnected.
Polarity of meter leads is not important.
2. The meter should read approximately 80-90
ohms at room temperature.
3. Measure the resistance between either pin
and ground.
4. Meter should read infinity.
Figure 6-9 Solenoid Test
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e. Test Results:
If the solenoid does not check out with the meter, it
is more than likely defective and must be replaced.
NOTE
Whenever there are several components of the same type, a defective unit
can also be detected by substituting a
known good unit or wire connector. In
some cases this may be faster than
using a multi-meter.
6-6. Motor/Pump Assembly
The electric motor is a capacitor start type with a
rating of 120VAC, 200 watts. The field windings are
protected with a thermal protector that will open the
winding circuit if the motor is run continuously for
approximately 10 minutes. This protector will take
about 10 minutes to automatically reset. The oil
pump unit is attached to the bottom of the motor and
is a gear type displacement pump with a pumping
capacity of .4 liter per min. The Motor/Pump
Assembly is mounted on an insulated motor plate in
the base of the table. The starting capacitor is
mounted along side the weights.
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Figure 6-10.
3. Use a voltmeter capable of measuring
120VAC and measure the following connector pins
in connector CN15. See figure 6-11.
a. Motor/Pump Test
The following tests will check the voltage applied to
the motor and the resistance of the motor field
windings.
CAUTION
Line voltage will be measured in this
test. DO NOT touch uninsulated connector pins or meter test leads.
b. Step #1
1. Plug the power cord into 120VAC power
supply (wall receptacle). Turn main switch ON.
2. Disconnect the 3 pin connector CN15 at the
motor. Leave all other connectors connected. See
figure 6-10.
Figure 6-11. Connector CN15
c. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
problem could be in the wires, connectors, relay
box or main switch (refer to appropriate section for
troubleshooting).
If the correct voltage is obtained, everything is good
up to that point and the problem could be either the
motor or the starting capacitor.
d. Step #2
If the starting capacitor is shorted or grounded, the
motor will not run. Capacitors very seldom fail and
it requires a dielectric tester to accurately test one.
However, an ohmmeter can be used to determine
if the capacitor will store a low voltage charge and
most of the time this is adequate.
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1. Turn the main switch OFF.
2. Connector CN15 should be disconnected.
3. Use the R x 100 scale of the ohmmeter and
touch pins 2 and 3 of connector CN15. See figure
6-11.
e. Test Results:
The meter needle should move up scale and than
back down to infinity. This would indicate that the
capacitor is storing an electrical charge.
NOTE
The capacitor may have to be discharged first (by shorting pins 2 and 3
together) before you will be able to see
the ohmmeter needle swing up the scale.
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1. Turn main power switch OFF.
2. Connector CN15 should be disconnected.
3. Use the R x 1 scale of the ohmmeter and
measure the resistance between the pins located
in the pump connector CN15. See figure 6-12.
Figure 6-12. Pump Connector CN15
f. Step #3
The motor windings can be statically checked for
resistance using an ohmmeter.
g. Test Results:
If you do not receive the correct meter readings, the
motor or wiring is defective.
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6-7. Return-to-Level Micro-Swiches.
The return-to-level feature is activated by a single
button on the pendant control and automatically
relevels the table top from the lateral tilt and
trendelenburg positions.
The micro-switches are cam operated. They operate on 5 to 6 VDC, and control the function circuits
(pump/motor and appropriate solenoid valves) exactly like the pendant control.
The micro-switches are wired to the relay box
through the 15 pin connector CN2. See figure 6-13.
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NOTE
If a problem is suspected in the return
circuits, disconnect the connector CN2
from the Relay Box to eliminate the
circuits. Ensure that all table functions
operate properly using the Pendant
Control. If the functions do not work
properly using the Pendant Control, refer to the appropriate test section and
make all needed repairs before working
on the return circuits.
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Figure 6-13. Return-to-Level Micro-Switches
a. Switch Test.
1. Disconnect connector CN2 from the relay
box.
2. Use an ohmmeter to test the resistance
between indicated pins located in connector CN-2.
Refer to figure 6-14. Polarity of test leads is not
important.
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Figure 6-15. Micro-Switch Covers
Figure 6-14. Return-to-Level Micro-Switch
Test
b. Switch Adjustment.
If proper readings are not obtained during test or if
table does not properly return to level, use the
following procedure to adjust the switches.
1. Apply table brakes and (using a level) level
the table top using the TRENDELENBURG and
LATERAL-TILT function buttons on the pendant
control.
2. Remove micro-switch covers (refer to figure
6-15), carefully loosen the switch retaining screws
and adjust the switches as needed. See figure 6-
16.
Figure 6-16. Micro-Switch Adjustment
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