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Re: Solenoid LEDs not on / VEX Base Leak

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Originally Posted by popnbrown View Post
We're using the VEX Solenoid Base Mount - http://www.vexrobotics.com/solenoids-and-manifolds.html, and this also seems to be leaking. I presume it's because the solenoids are not getting power and are not blocking out the air.

I would love to show you wiring, but it's incredibly messy that even I have trouble following it sometimes. The connections were initially not weak, the solenoid wires popped out at a slight tug but we re-secured them.
If your manifold is leaking, you have a plumbing problem. How do you have it plumbed? Pressure should go into the port labeled P, and your cylinders should be connected to ports A and B. EA and EB are the exhaust, so leave these open. Does every fitting have Teflon tape, and are they tight? Put soapy water on the fittings, and look for bubbles to find out where the leaks are.
Try to clean up your wiring; diagnosing spaghetti at a competition is not fun, trust me.
Are you using single or double solenoids?
Unfortunately, it is difficult to diagnose problems we can't see. Can you post pictures, even if things are messy?
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