I need help getting a pw 342 culvert loader to work properly. When I give it the recommended 15 volts the culverts vibrate off the ramp, if I turn the voltage down the mechanism does not move. Is there something I can do to get it working properly? I have read previous post but did not see a fix for this problem.
Thanks for any help.
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I don't think accessories that vibrate can work at a lower voltage. There is a threshold that they stop working. I had a switch tower with a vibrating motor, #90 I think. With my old ZW I managed to turn it down to run a bit slower with the accessory handle but too low it would stop. But today they are probably guys here who know how to make them work at lower voltages.....Paul
What transformer are you using?
I don't think accessories that vibrate can work at a lower voltage.
The 342 has a string motor, which is a little different than the accessories that vibrate via an electromagnet and fingers.
String motors can be adjusted to run at different voltages depending on the gap between the electromagnet and the vibrating armature. I suspect that the gap on DM's 342 is larger than smaller.
Also how far the line tension spring is extended.
That written, it can be tricky to make those adjustments. If the instructions say 15 volts, and the accessory works properly at that voltage, I think that I would recommend that a person who does not have a lot of experience with those mechanisms try to make an adjustment.
ADCX Rob posted:What transformer are you using?
I am using a Type V 150 watt Trainmaster
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