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Proximity Sensor Failure — Capsule Filling · Ask Dhanu

Machines Capsule Filling Electrical, PLC, Sensors & Safety Alarms

Problem & answerH-13

Proximity Sensor Failure

Likely causes

Sensor damaged
Loose wiring
Incorrect sensing distance

How to fix it

1Verify the sensing distance.
2Inspect the cable.
3Replace a faulty sensor.
4Test operation.

It is fixed when

Correct switching during operation.

Stop it coming back

Check sensor mountings weekly.

Did this solve the problem?

Points to inspect

Sensor
Wiring
Mounting

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H-04Emergency Stop Activated
H-05Safety Door Open Alarm
H-06PLC Alarm Active
H-07Automatic Pause Keeps Triggering
H-08PLC Input Signal Failure

H-09PLC Output Failure

H-10PLC Communication Error

H-11HMI Screen Not Responding

H-12Photoelectric Sensor Failure

H-14Encoder Failure

H-15Inverter (VFD) Fault

H-16Loose Electrical Connection

H-17Control Panel Overheating

H-18Ground Fault Detected

General guidance only. Follow your site procedures and the machine manual, and isolate the machine before any work on it.