Hi there,
The machine is:
Fadal VMC-15
Model #: 914-15
Year of mfg: 1997
Serial #: 9708670
Spindle motor: Baldor 10HP, 3ph
Spec.: 37F71800073 X073 X173
Frame: 215TC,
Volts: 230/460
This machine is always on.
While trying to clean up the interior I noticed that the monitor displays “ X Axis fault” “Error 18”.
In MU function on page 43 it only says “Amplifier fault on axis”
I could not put the machine in Cold Start position. I shut it down anyway. When attempting to turn it on
again I canceled the first screen and Jogged Z axis to Z=0 and Y=0 with success.
However while attempting to Jog X axis to home position I got the same message “ X Axis fault” “Error 18”.
I opened the side enclosure where the controller cards reside.
The cards in slot 9, 10, 11 show only red blinking LEDs.
I believe that it means they are OK.
I noticed that there are also three cards in right upper section of the enclosure. Next to large capasitor.
These cards seem to be not removable.
What are those cards?
On two of dose cards there are green LEDs but on the first card from the left the LED is dark.
I also checked the breakers in back enclosure by depressing the white buttons.
Any suggestions?