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--- troubleshooting:no_alarm:motor_problem [2020/09/14 05:43] – created user
+++ troubleshooting:no_alarm:motor_problem [2023/09/14 22:48] (current) – [Troubleshooting] joachim
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-====== Problem with motor  ======
+====== Problem with motor ======
-===== Description  =====
+===== Description =====
 Motor issues can arise from a number of reasons:
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   * Damaged cables leading to circuit breaks or short circuits
   * Damaged connectors or water ingress in connectors
+  * Bad connection in connectors
   * Damaged gears
+  * Overheated motor
 ===== Troubleshooting =====
-Always troubleshoot the motor from the [[:user_manuals:screens#manual_screen|Manual screen]]. Run it at least 5 seconds in each direction. Press the "i" button for a detailed view.
+Always troubleshoot the motor from the [[:user_manuals:screens#manual_screen|Manual screen]]. Run it at least 5 seconds in each direction. Press the "i" button for a detailed view. If the robot gives an alarm, check the [[:troubleshooting:alarm:ts_alarm|troubleshooting guide ]]for that specific alarm.
   * Does the position counter change? If not, check the pulse signal and power cables.
   * Does the function move physically? If not:
-      * Does any sound come from the motor? If it does, the function could be physically stuck or the gear can be damaged
+      * Does any sound come from the motor? If it does, the function could be physically stuck or the gear can be damaged. No sound? Check cables
-      *
+      * Does the motor draw any current? If not, check the cables.
+  * Check that the emergency stop button is not pressed down
+  * Spray connectors with 5-56 or WD-40
+  * If you have access to a spare motor you can connect it temporarily to the connector in order to troubleshoot the function. Remember to ground it properly, e.g. by holding a motor metal part against robot chassie