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Message ID: 158     Entry time: Friday, September 15, 2023, 10:15
Author: Adam Newsome 
Category: Trolley 
Type: Maintenance 
Subject: Lift Trolley: mirror actuation mechanism repair/upgrade 

The mirror actuation mechanism was observed to be "sticky" during 2023 winter shutdown - it occasionally did not function properly and needed some manual assistance. 

The following items were addressed to resolve the issue: 

  • Replacement of the Tyne Myte double acting valve which controls the cylinder (based on troubleshooting tests, it seemed this valve was not functional or intermittently functional)
  • Addition of a silencer and in-line flow control on the exhaust of the aforementioned valve - adjusted to allow for smooth operation of the mirror when toggled
  • Cleaning of the cylinder's shaft (it had a sticky residue build-up and was notably high friction) - this cylinder should likely be replaced in the near future 
  • Replacement of air tubing along the supply line to the valve, and between the valve and cylinder
  • Replacement of all fittings (push-connect style) on the valve and cylinders

The mirror actuation was tested after these changes and is behaving normally.

No further repairs required, although it is suggested to change the remainder of the tubing and fittings for the other valves which control different functions on this trolley, and to eventually upgrade the valves themselves to a low profile valve bank. 

 
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