Replacing a Horizontal Encoder

Before You Begin

Safety: Stop the machine, follow the site lockout/tagout procedure, verify that hazardous energy is controlled, and release or secure stored mechanical and pneumatic energy before opening a panel, removing a guard, or adjusting components. Electrical work must be performed by a qualified technician.

Tools Needed: Phillips Head Screwdriver, 3/8” Socket Wrench

Time: 10 min

People: 1

Step 1: Locate the rotary encoder on the rear of the saw that you need to replace. NOTE: There are two encoders, one for each side (even though only one is shown here). You will need to remove the cover to access and replace the encoder.

TIP: Many of the encoders on the Retro C component saw are covered by gray covers.

Step 2: Remove the (4) bolts using a 3/8” socket wrench.

Step 3:

1. Remove the zip tie, making sure NOT to cut the wires.
2. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the rotary encoder in place.

• Remove the rotary encoder that has stopped working properly.
• Measure the length of the wire and cut it to match the wiring block
• Wire encoder to the encoder block. Encoder Wiring Diagram
• Reattach the encoder in the same position and orientation.
• Re-attach screws and zip tie wires to the unit as shown above.
• Replace the gray cover using the original bolts.

All Done!

Confirm the Result

After restoring the machine through the approved startup procedure, confirm that the position or count changes in the correct direction, returns consistently, and reaches the commanded value without an encoder, calibration, or overrun warning.

If the issue remains, record the exact on-screen message, affected component, indicator-light state, and the last change made. Provide those details to Enventek Technical Support; do not repeatedly recalibrate or replace parts without identifying the cause.