Problem & answerK-03
Loose Caps / Torque Too Low
Likely causes
- Torque setting too low
- Worn spindle wheels, rollers or clutch
- Cap speed too low
- Bottle slipping in holder
How to fix it
- 1Stop the line; segregate bottles since the last good torque check.
- 2Measure removal torque with a calibrated torque tester.
- 3Increase torque or cap speed within specification.
- 4Inspect and replace worn wheels, rollers or clutch pads.
- 5Adjust bottle holder grip.
- 6Re-test; QA decides on segregated bottles.
It is fixed when
Removal torque within specification on a sample of 5 bottles.
Stop it coming back
- Torque check at start-up and every 30–60 minutes.
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