Troubleshooting

Don’t know the IP address of the feeder

1. Initialize the IP address.
   Refer to the following manual for further details.
   "Epson RC+ 8.0 Option Part Feeding 8.0 IF-*** - Restoring the Default IP Address"
   ***: Feeder model (IF-80, IF-240, or IF-380/530)
2. Use the default IP address and connect to the feeder.
   Then, change the IP address.
   Refer to the following section for further details.
   System Configuration

Feeder does not vibrate or vibration is weak

• Is the feeder LED lit up or flashing?
  If it is not lit up or flashing, it is possible that power is not being supplied.
• If a message displayed, perform the recovery procedures indicated for the corresponding error message.
• It is possible that feeder calibration has failed.
  Perform feeder calibration.
  Refer to the following for further details.
  Calibration & Test
  If that doesn't work, load the default values and run the calibration again.

If none of the above is applicable, it is possible that the feeder has a malfunction. Please inquire with us.

Parts in the feeder do not move smoothly or are separated unevenly

• It is possible that the rigidity of the frame to which the feeder is mounted is low, thereby prevent vibrational energy to be properly transmitted to the platform. Replace with a highly rigid frame.
• It is possible that feeder calibration has failed.
  Perform feeder calibration.
  Refer to the following for further details.
  Calibration & Test
  If that doesn't work, load the default values and run the calibration again.
• It is possible that the platform has become worn due to use over a long period.
  The platform is a consumable part. Replace the platform.

If none of the above is applicable, it is possible that the feeder has a malfunction. Please inquire with us.

Hopper does not vibrate

• If the hopper was purchased from Epson, check that the hopper and feeder are connected properly.
  Refer to the following section for further details.
  Feeder and Hopper
• Check that settings for communication with the hopper are properly specified.
• Check that hopper operation programming has been properly performed.
  Refer to the following for further details.
  PF_Control

Parts completely fill up the platform

• It is possible that too many parts are loaded in the feeder tray for a single hopper operation. Properly adjust the quantity loaded from the hopper.

Parts on the platform run out

• Check that there are parts in the hopper.
• It is possible that parts from the hopper are not being properly loaded.
  Adjust the quantity loaded from the hopper.
• If the hopper was purchased from Epson, check that the hopper and feeder are connected properly.

Don't know how to get a backup

• Refer to the following for further details.
  Backing up/Restoring the Controller