Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom
Model
Dryer fails to start
XRM
All
XRM
XRM
RM
Dryer runs for approx.
XRM
100 seconds, then will
not re-start
Dryer runs continuous
RM
and will not shut-off.
Dryer "Ghosts"
XRM
starts with no hands
present.
Dryer blows cold air.
All
Dryer air too hot.
All
Dryer noisy or vibrates.
All
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Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Sensor obstruction
1. Check Sensor Lens for foreign material or dirt. Clean Lens with soft damp cloth
2. If Lens is damaged or scratched, replace it.
No power to the unit
Check if power is "ON"
Check electrical connections.
Faulty Circuit Board (PCB)
Place hands under Sensor. Listen for PCB .
and Sensor
Relay "Click." If no "Click" is heard, replace the PCB and Sensor.
Faulty Motor
If Relay "Click" is heard, heating element glows for 1-2 seconds, but unit does not
start, replace the Motor.
Faulty Timer / Switch
With Dryer Cover Removed, depress the Timer Switch Blade;
a. Timer Motor should turn.
b. With an Ohm Meter, check for continuity across the Switch Terminals.
Faulty Motor
"No" in either test, replace Timer Assembly;
"Yes" in both tests, replace Motor.
Sensor obstruction
1. Check Sensor Lens for foreign material or dirt. Clean Lens with soft damp cloth
2. If Lens is damaged or scratched, replace the sensor.
Faulty Timer
With Dryer Cover Removed, depress the Timer Switch Blade;
Timer Motor should turn. "No" replace Timer Assembly.
Sensor receiving false
1. Hand Dryer should be mounted a minimum of 18" above a reflective surface.
signal or reflection
2. Check if other Infrared operated appliance in the vacinity may be triggering the Dryer.
Or
3. Multiple Hand Dryers on one circuit or Dryers sharing a lighting circuit. Automatic
Fluctuating power supply
4. Building wiring may be insufficient gauge or too long of a run from the supply.
5. Replace the PCB and Sensor.
Defective Heating Element
1. Check for break in Element Wire.
Or Defective Thermostat
2. Check Heating Element and Thermostat for continuity. If open, replace as necessary.
Machine is dirty
1. Inspect for foreign material. Using a soft brush and vacuum, clean fan and motor.
2. Replace motor if running slow or erratic.
Fan not centered in housing
1. Fan may be rubbing against edge of Fan Housing. To center Fan;
a. On plastic fan unit, carefully "tap" the Fan Hub with a screw driver & small hammer
b. On metal fans, loosen the set screw and adjust the fan until it turns freely.
■ Foreign object in Fan.
1. Inspect for foreign material. Using a soft brush and vacuum, clean fan and motor.
■ Broken or bent Fan.
1. Replace Fan.
■ Bent Motor shaft.
1. Replace Motor.
and mild cleaning agent.
and mild cleaning agent.
Hand Dryers must be on dedicated circuits.
to center it until the Fan turns freely.
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