378 TROUBLESHOOTING• This section discusses common symptoms and suggested solutions whenthe UC4+ control system is being installed or operated.8.1 G ENERAL O PERATION8.1.1• LCD screen does not light up• System resets itself when a boom valve is turned onPossible Cause(s) Suggested Solution(s)a) Inadequate powersupplyNOTE:If your system is operating below+12 volts, this may cause aproblem. If you have a lowvoltage problem, it could be dueto the sprayer’s electrical system(e.g. faulty alternator, battery, orpoor ground connection).a-1) Ensure the UC4+ power cable isconnected to the UC4+ control panel.a-2) Ensure the UC4+ power cable isconnected to the sprayer’s power supplyproperly.a-3) Ensure the sprayer’s power supplyvoltage is high enough (more than +12V).Measure the supply voltage when thevalve is being used, since the valve actionmay cause a voltage drop.b) Defective power cable b) Follow a-1) to a-3). Wiggle cables/wiresaround. If the symptom continues, thecable may need repairing.c) Damaged LCD screen c) Follow a) and b). If the symptomcontinues, the screen may need replacing.8.1.2• Part of the LCD screen is black• Some of the digits do not appear on the LCD screen• LCD screen turns black (high contrast) temporarilyPossible Cause(s) Suggested Solution(s)a) The control panel ismounted so that directsunlight hits the frontpanel (LCD screen)a) High temperature causes the LCD screento turn black (high contrast). Thissymptom will disappear when the LCDcools down.