Z1000 switch machine problem

Since you know power works through the red side take that wire and move it to the green side. If it throws the switch then you know the z1000 is ok. If not then something is wrong inside the z1000. 

Sounds like a break in the wire on that side   To test the motor get a piece of wire and hold it on an outside rail   Place the other end in the outer holes where the wires go into the machine one at a time  The motor should throw both ways    If it does check the wire connections from your button to the switch motor

Try switching the indicators.  The little bulbs.

I always have a few spare dz1000 switch machines. sounds like this one is done...

Hey gang, thank you for your input, I will try your suggestions and will also get a spare switch machine.     

Melvin:

I agree with William. First try the LEDs since this is the easiest fix. There were issues with LEDs in the past. Can't remember if they short or open but the result is the switch won't work. Simply replace the LEDs with those from a switch that does work and see what happens.

Joe

Z-1000 problem would be a more accurate thread title. 

Melvin,

Do yourself a BIG favor - make a DZ1000 Test Assembly.  See attached photo.  I test all ross switches, DZ-1000's and miniature dwarf signals i make on this assembly.  I do not use the DZ1002, push buttons.  I use momentary toggle switches. You can also see a DZ1008 relay for the dwarf signals. This way you can test the "system" prior to installation and save many hours of frustrating trouble shooting.

Bruce

There is a limit/disconnect switch (Green), that inhibits switch motor burnout.  If the switch movement is not complete, sometimes the motor has to be moved mechanically, to complete the throw, and set the limit switch. Picture center, below the motor. 

Right throw

Left throw. 

Tom I agree. This is not a Ross Switch problem but a Z-1000 problem. I used those machines before and while they worked ok I didn't personally like the look on my scale layout. I went back to under table machines. Those old/new machines are bullet proof and the look or I should say non-look on the layout is great. Also they have electrical connections for signals. Don

dz1000s  are nice but the dz2500c-s are better

Tom Tee posted:

Z-1000 problem would be a more accurate thread title. 

Title change, you're correct.

bruce benzie posted:

Melvin,

 

Do yourself a BIG favor - make a DZ1000 Test Assembly.  See attached photo.  I test all ross switches, DZ-1000's and miniature dwarf signals i make on this assembly.  I do not use the DZ1002, push buttons.  I use momentary toggle switches. You can also see a DZ1008 relay for the dwarf signals. This way you can test the "system" prior to installation and save many hours of frustrating trouble shooting.

Bruce

Hi Bruce, your photo did not upload, could you try again.

Guys, thank you for all your help and uploaded photos.   As it turned out it was the limit switch inside the switch machine. Now operational ..

Once again, thank you