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A/B/C Model LCD Messages

Stuck Compression Roller Message

Description of Issue During operation machine can report that one of the two sprung loaded compression rollers is stuck.  This occurs when the sensors that monitor the compressed/released state of the roller is reporting an unexpected state.  See a detailed description of this mechanism in the Troubleshooting section of the CarveWright Operator’s manual. Possible Causes

A/B/C Model LCD Messages

SRAM Message

Description of Issue During initial power up, the LCD screen displays the CarveWright banner and “SRAM followed by numeric characters”.  It will not let you proceed from this screen. Possible Causes The cause is a defective controller board (A2065). Troubleshooting Steps Replace the controller board (A2065).

A/B/C Model LCD Messages

Power Fluctuation Message

Description of Issue The machine displays the Power Fluctuation message when it encounters an under-voltage condition on the 5V power supply.  The machine shuts down and safes all operations. Possible Causes There are three main causes for the under-voltage condition, a faulty power supply, a loose connector, a drawdown on the circuit, and a short

A/B/C Model LCD Messages

Possible Board Removal Message

Description of Issue The “Possible Board Removal” message occurs when the head is cranked up unexpectedly.  Both compression roller switches would have to be showing released during the project which the machine interprets as no board being present. Possible Causes Possible causes are: the head is cranked up in the middle of the project, here

A/B/C Model LCD Messages

LCD Always Shows “CarveWright Woodworking Machine”

Description of Issue When the machine is turned on, the LCD screen does not progress to the Main Menu and is stuck showing “CarveWright Woodworking Machine”. Possible Causes Cause include: a corrupted memory card or a faulty controller board. Troubleshooting Steps Take the memory card to the programmer and open the Designer software. In the

A/B/C Model LCD Messages

Possible Board Problem Message

Description of Issue The Possible Board Problem message occurs when the board tracking sensor is unable to closely track the board with respect to the commanded motion of the drive motors. Possible Causes Cause can be: board defects, rolled up belt, low head pressure, damaged or missing o-ring on the board tracking sensor, dust in

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