Applicable Systems
PSE200/PSE201

Symptoms

The pneumatic system reports a flow switch fault. The air flow switch is not detecting flow correctly.

Possible Causes

  • Flow switch vane stuck or contaminated
  • Switch calibration drift
  • Switch wiring or element failure

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Inspect the flow switch for contamination
    Switch is clean and vane moves freely
  2. Step 2: Test the switch actuation at known flow rates
    Switch activates at the correct flow
  3. Step 3: Verify switch wiring and output signal
    Signal is correct and wiring is intact

How to Reset

To reset: Repair or replace the flow switch, then clear the alarm.

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Source: SMC Pneumatic Equipment Manual, SMC Corporation

Category: Hydraulic & Pneumatic