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FAQs

FAQs

Electrical

What is the incoming power needed for my control panel?

A: The typical incoming power to the controller is single phase 220VAC with a Full load Amperage of 15.

A: For larger commercial turntables that have 480V available, 480V is preferred. 

A: 120V Incoming power source compatible controllers are available. Contact us for more.

What is the output power to the motor?

A. The typical output power to the motor is 220VAC, Three Phase with a Full Load amp of 4.2.

How many conduits do I need for my MC3 (photo studio) or Parking positioning controller?

A. We typically recommend running Qty: 2 – ¾” separate conduits to the motor pit. One for the motor power and the other for an encoder signal. However, size conduits per your local code.

How far should I mount my control panel from the turntable?

A. We recommend a mounting distance of no more than 50 ft from your turntable.

Can I mount my controller outdoors?

A: Our controllers are rated for indoor applications, but outdoor controls are available upon request.

What is the range on my remote?

A: Depending on the model, our standard remote offers a range of 100ft line of sight. Extended range remotes available upon request.

How many conductors do I need to run from my control panel to the motor?

A: -For a Standard Control Panel (CW/CCW movements) you will need 4 conductors from your control panel to the motor. 3 hot wires and 1 ground wire. 

-For an MC3(photo studio) Control Panel or our parking positioning controllers, you will need a total of 8 conductors, 4 for the motor power and 4 for the encoder signal.

Mechanical

A. Yes! We can make small modifications to our standard equipment or completely one-off designs.

What does Dead Load and Live Load mean on general arrangement drawings?

A. Dead Load: The load imposed by only the static weight of the equipment.

B. Live Load: The Load imposed by the payload (typically vehicle weight) plus the load imposed by the weight of the equipment.

How do I measure floor flatness for surface mount turntables?

A. Follow floor surveying procedure shown on document:

40SSV INSTALLATION SITE FLATNESS 

or

55SSV INSTALLATION SITE FLATNESS

Maximum allowable slope is 3% for surface mounted turntables.

What is the maximum allowable slope for surface mounted turntables?

A. The maximum allowable slope is 3%.

What is the required pit depth and what is the pouring process for flush mount turntables?

A. This depends on the specific turntable style you are opting for, but standard turntables with steel, aluminum, or wood top surface require a 12.75” pit depth and turntables with a concrete top surface require a 20” pit depth with the exception of outboard driven concrete tables requiring a 15” pit depth.

B. The pouring process is laid out in document Carousel USA Best Practices Checklist

What is the maximum allowable slope for flush mount installations?

A. The maximum allowable slope is 8% and the bottom of the pit must be on the same slope (parallel) as the top edge surface to ensure a desirable flush and finished look.

How does the typical installation process go, phases and processes and other trades needed?

A. Pour pit floor and curb, install turntable, install trim ring, grout pack mortar ring, pour last concrete.

Troubleshooting

*WARNING OPENING THE CONTROL BOX EXPOSES LIVE WIRING. ANY WORK PERFORMED INSIDE THE CONTROL BOX. IS DONE AT THE USER’S OWN RISK. TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK USE CAUTION WHENEVER WORKING NEAR EXPOSED WIRING OR CONNECTIONS.*

The control box enclosure door does not close.

There is an interlock system on the red handle/yellow background switch. (On/Off switch).

A. Turn both the metallic disconnect shaft (attached to a black switch) inside of the enclosure and the red handle/yellow background switch on the front panel to the OFF position. (counterclockwise).
B. Check that the enclosure door lock (Opened/Closed with a coin or large flathead screwdriver) is not interfering.
C. Close the door and press down to fully seal the enclosure before you engage the enclosure door lock. Rotating this Clockwise.
D. Wait 30 seconds while the system powers down. Rotate the red handle/yellow on/off switch clockwise to power on the unit.

The turntable will not rotate either direction from the remote control or the rotational switch on the front of the control box.

Is the Power (Green light) illuminated on the front of the control box?

A. Yes – Proceed to item 3.

B. No – Locate the electrical panel breaker that provides power to the control box to verify it has not tripped. In the event the breaker has tripped; reset the breaker and power on the controller.

C. Verify the problem has been resolved by using the remotes and/or the rotational switch on the control box to rotate the turntable clockwise and counterclockwise.

The Red "Fault" light is illuminated on the front of the control box enclosure.

This represents that there is an active fault on the VFD inside of the controller.

A. Depending on the age of your equipment; you may be able to depress the red fault light on the front of the controller. This will clear the code temporarily and allow you to attempt to rotate the equipment once more.

B. If the problem persist:

  1. Check the perimeter (the gap) between the turntable and the finished floor. There may be concrete, debris/leaves stuck in between the turntable and the turntable pit walls. Utilizing a flashlight to shine in between the gap will greatly help looking for anything that may have become stuck.
  2. If you see any debris, you can utilize a sawzall blade (or similar method) to remove anything trapped between the turntable and the pit wall. It does not take much to seize the turntable and fault out the system. Something as small as a build up of leaves can cause issues.
  3. If your unit does not have a push-button red fault light and the problem persist. Please contact Carousel USA once this step has been reached as we will need your assistance in depressing a few buttons inside of the controller to help identify the issue.
The remote control for my turntable does not work and will not rotate the equipment.

Usually, non-functioning remotes are a result of weak or dead batteries in the remote control itself. A remote with healthy batteries will have an indicator light that is bright green or flashing red (depending on your model of remote). A remote with weak batteries will still have a rapidly blinking green light, however the color will be weak in strength/color or it will have a steady red light once depressed. A dead battery inside of the remote may not provide any indicator light at all. Replace batteries accordingly.

Please get in touch with Carousel USA if the problem persists, and we will be happy to assist you with troubleshooting over the phone. If we cannot resolve the issue over the phone due to the discovery of a part failure or an unknown malfunction, we can assist with setting up a service appointment with one of our factory-trained technicians.

Our factory trained technicians will have parts on hand for replacement and help resolve any issues you are experiencing. Mobilization charges for your onsite technician may vary based on the location of your equipment.

Standard Control System

Most turntables come with this control type as default, allowing for simple clockwise/counterclockwise rotation and variable speed with support for wireless remote operation.

Documentation and Troubleshooting Guide

Motion Control System

For enhanced control, some turntables offer an optional add-on that enables precise rotation. This allows for full 360-degree movement, along with relative and timed maneuvers. Controlled via an ethernet connection to a separate computer, this advanced functionality is ideal for applications like CUSA 360 Photo Studio.
Documentation and Troubleshooting Guide

4M Control System

For smaller turntables that can still accommodate automobiles, this control type comes standard. It eliminates the need for complex 240V electrical installations by including a pre-installed 120V wall outlet power cord. This convenient plug-and-play solution makes setting up your turntable a breeze.

Documentation and Troubleshooting Guide

Light Duty

This control type is ideal for our most compact turntable models. It’s perfectly suited for smaller displays like Christmas trees, art installations, and even creating 360-degree product views for online marketplaces.

Documentation and Troubleshooting Guide

Vehicle Parking Sliders

This control type comes standard with our parking sliders. It enables smooth horizontal movement of your car, unlocking extra parking space in your garage that might otherwise go unused.

Documentation and Troubleshooting Guide

Lifts/Custom Controls

Control options for lifts and custom projects are tailored to each specific application. For any inquiries or troubleshooting needs related to these control types, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a personalized discussion.

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