Machine Will Not Start: Troubleshooting Flowchart
A machine that will not start stops production immediately. I use a systematic approach to find the problem quickly, typically in under 15 minutes. In my experience, roughly 85% of no-start situations are resolved by the first four checks on this list. I designed this flowchart so operators can run through it without calling a technician for every issue. The Four Quick Checks (85% Success Rate) I have trained every operator to run these four checks before picking up a phone. These resolve the vast majority of no-start situations. ...