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Hi all,

I've searched the six pages that a search for CS88 brings and didn't find my answer, so here goes...!

My CS88 has recently stopped working in that the wedges don't come out and into the moulding at all - presumably it's a problem with the part where the wedge comes out?

I've checked for stuck wedges and can't see any (haven't checked underneath however). There are also no frayed cables either.

I have a backup pinner but it will need fixing at some stage - was wondering if anyone else has experienced such a problem?

Thanks,

Sean

Looking online, Cassese say the following so that's probably a good place to start:

"Remove the cartridge that is on machine, and the top presser.- Using the 3mm Allen key, loosen the locking screw of the wedge distributor Block H.- Then lift the top presser’s bracket arm by hand. The wedge distributor will come out of it's housing. Remove it from the machine.

The old hammer (wedge driver blade) is stuck in the wedge distributor : first try to remove it with a pair of pliers. If not possible, unscrew the two central screws (GF1, GF2) that hold the fixed (square) guide of Block H in place. Use for this the smaller (2.5mm) Allen key supplied with the machine. Remove the fixed guide completely to free the old hammer. If still not possible to get rid of the old hammer, remove the four screws (A, B, C, D) and open the block H.- Remove the old hammer. Assemble the Block H back again."

Common things to check on a cs88 not picking up wedges:

1. Clean the distributor block
2. Make sure the distributor block is set level with the bed of the cs88
3. Check to see if the hammer is being held in the correct position
4. Change / check the wedge cartridge spring.

Mark

Thanks Mark - I'll check the CS88 as you've suggested.

Sean

Hello All,

If you're CS.88 problem still continues, please feel free to speak with our technician Kevin Shelton who will, I am sure, be able to help you.

Phil Sheldon, Ashworth & Thompson. ( 0115 ) 964 7507.