MC2100 Rev B - Issues (Treadmill Main Board)

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MC2100 RevB- I have aquired 3 of these boards (dang Proform) over time and now at a stage that all 3 have their own weird issues. I tried replacing MOSFET IR260N on two of the boards in hopes of fixing it, as I don't have a bench setup to diagnose exactly what could be the issue, I have switched the big fat cap between cards. Latest symptoms are following.

Card A - Original (works for a little bit specially if heatsink not grounded, if heatsink is grounded its a Scary - full speed Run Away), If heatsink is all tightened down its a run away off the bat. (has a good chance IMHO)
Card B- Worked the longest but now even after replacing the MOSFET a solid red led after and start doesn't do anything remains solid.
Card C - Works but is temperamental on speeds and such, so cannot have confidence specially with kids/mom as it could be dangerous. this is also the card on which there is and auxiliary power transformer on the board.

I am pretty handy and engineer by profession and have had my Kitchen Aid 48" running successfully over the years after a lot of capacitor/Relay changes on the mainboard, similarly have kept Samsung washer/Dryers functional, my carrier 5ton ac units running and proud of being the handyman I am credit to these forums. the idea is I can tinker at a decent level and have tools etc to go after it including a haako iron, but I am NOT an expert at reading circuits or knowledge of individual components function on the boards etc. I want to fix above one or all myself and need your expertise, if you can put me on a right path that would be awesome.

Alternatively I can donate a card (you pay shipping) to an expert who can make one of mine run effectively :)and you can build your PWM Circuit and digitally controlled sander or a lathe controller (came across those fantastic articles while researching my issue).

Sorry for a long post guys.
 

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There are a couple of reasons the LED does not flash, one is the SCR does not switch on, or the motor circuit is open.
I have PWM boards made up for the independent use supplying the PWM command.
I see two are using the off-board supply transformer!
Max.
 

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There are a couple of reasons the LED does not flash, one is the SCR does not switch on, or the motor circuit is open.
I have PWM boards made up for the independent use supplying the PWM command.
I see two are using the off-board supply transformer!
Max.
Yes and these all have worked for me at some point in time. and are the Card (b) Card(a) and Card(c) per my post. Can you point me on how to diagnose SCR or motor circuit further.
 

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Card A: definately sounds like a defective thermal insulator?
Card B: See if output of the SCR rises up to 200v, if not could be the SCR itself.
Card C: Check speed sensor for correct spacing etc.
Do you have the schematic posted here earlier?
Max.
 

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Card A: definately sounds like a defective thermal insulator?
Card B: See if output of the SCR rises up to 200v, if not could be the SCR itself.
Card C: Check speed sensor for correct spacing etc.
Do you have the schematic posted here earlier?
Max.
Hi Max, I have the following. Can you please point me to the thermal insulator and SCR on the board.
 

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Thinking about it a little more, I assume what you meant was if you connect a GND conductor to the HS, the motor takes off?
if so, Measure the voltage between the H.Sink and the GND conductor. AC or DC?
Also ensure the L1 and Neutral are correct at the AC input terminals.
There are two supplies on the board, the HV is non-isolated and the LV is referenced to GND (HS) via the R1 10Ω res.
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Thinking about it a little more, I assume what you meant was if you connect a GND conductor to the HS, the motor takes off?
if so, Measure the voltage between the H.Sink and the GND conductor. AC or DC?
Also ensure the L1 and Neutral are correct at the AC input terminals.
There are two supplies on the board, the HV is non-isolated and the LV is referenced to GND (HS) via the R1 10Ω res.
Max.
I meant the HS being screwed into the frame compared to keeping it on a cardboard and testing it, whether we screw in the green wire or not the card is supposed to be grounded with the heatsink as there is a track on the backside of the card that touches heatsink. I will measure the voltage between heatsink and treadmill frame as well as what you mentioned and report back. L1/Neutral seem to be correct.
 

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the card is supposed to be grounded with the heatsink as there is a track on the backside of the card that touches heatsink.
If you are talking about the small thin foil strip that runs along the edge, this is just for the ground reference for the isolated 12v-15vdc supply.
The small green wire connected to the heatsink does the same thing.
It should not be connected to any of the HV circuits.
Max.
 

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https://forum.allaboutcircuits.com/...eadmill-main-board.175114/reply?quote=1581297
I meant the HS being screwed into the frame compared to keeping it on a cardboard and testing it, whether we screw in the green wire or not the card is supposed to be grounded with the heatsink as there is a track on the backside of the card that touches heatsink. I will measure the voltage between heatsink and treadmill frame as well as what you mentioned and report back. L1/Neutral seem to be correct.
Max
If you are talking about the small thin foil strip that runs along the edge, this is just for the ground reference for the isolated 12v-15vdc supply.
The small green wire connected to the heatsink does the same thing.
It should not be connected to any of the HV circuits.
Yes I meant that foil, I posted a pic to show how its connected and the metal side on a card board for now the other side of the HS rests on a plastic body.

Card A - 64v AC between treadmill body and HS when HS is on a cardboard and treadmill switched on but not started
Card B - 10v AC between treadmill body and HS when HS is on a cardboard and treadmill switched on but not started
 

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By T.M. body, I assume you mean the metal frame?
It is often normal to see a AC leakage voltage when using a Hi impedance meter.
If testing the track motor circuit, I would disconnect incline motor, tach, INS header. just leave the power, CB and motor, and maybe HD2 and of course the transformer connections if off board..
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By T.M. body, I assume you mean the metal frame?
It is often normal to see a AC leakage voltage when using a Hi impedance meter.
If testing the track motor circuit, I would disconnect incline motor, tach, INS header. just leave the power, CB and motor, and maybe HD2 and of course the transformer connections if off board..
Max.
Hi Max, I got back to it yesterday, I think I made a noob mistake of not having MOSFET 260N thermally insulated and screwed it down to the HS in last few tries so Drain was grounded, MOSFET was shot so replaced it again and it seems to be working in 1 minute test I did without load, still worried to get on it yet though and plan on changing the 1500uf 200v cap. as it shows 1200uf while testing. what are other things that could cause a MOSFET failure, want to ensure I fix the root cause before calling it a successful fix?
 

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Basically what you have already mentioned, there is quite a bit of protection as regards overload etc, I add some thermal compound when mounting also.
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Basically what you have already mentioned, there is quite a bit of protection as regards overload etc, I add some thermal compound when mounting also.
Max.
Ok running the treadmill without load it ran ok multiple times and then after starting to walk on it runaway situation in 2 minutes, burnt smell, likely the MOSFET is shot again. I am about ready to give up on this but curious if anyone has an idea on what is causing this. Is it possible MOSFETS are bad quality, I was trying to save on shipping time when I ordered those in Dec from Amazon (non descript ones) instead of mouser/digikey. Its tested as attached before putting in.
 

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Just ensure you have no (or little) voltage on the M+ terminal when the motor is at idle.
When a run command is given, the micro operates the mosfet, at the same time, it ramps up the +V (M+) via the SCR S2402.
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Just ensure you have no (or little) voltage on the M+ terminal when the motor is at idle.
When a run command is given, the micro operates the mosfet, at the same time, it ramps up the +V (M+) via the SCR S2402.
Max.
Maybe 3rd time is a charm. Replaced following components on 2 cards as these seemed suspect and also tested bad when taken off the card. Behaving ok for now in a 15 minutes walk test @3.0 mph. Will update if it becomes a runaway again.

942-IRFP260NPBF - MOSFET 200V 49A 40mOhm 156nCAC (this was ok on one of the cards but since I had irfp250 out for testing I replaced it nevertheless)
647-LGX2D152MELC40 - Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Snap In Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Snap In 200volts 1500uF 105c 35x40x10L/S (both were weak with high resistance but no visible signs of damage)
647-UVK1C153MHD - Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Radial Leaded Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Radial Leaded 16volts 15000uF (this was ok on one of the cards but replaced nevertheless as had a slightly higher resistance.)
532-4180 - Thermal Interface Products Thermal Interface Products Insulator, Aluminum Oxide Ceramic for TO-218, TO-247, TO-3P, 1.78mm Thickness, 23.24mm (did not use)

532-189790F00 - Thermal Interface Products Thermal Interface Products In-Sil-8 Pad for TO-3, TO-220, TO-218, Rust, 0.009 Inch Thickness (this is critical to replace when changing out MOSFET, and thermally conductive things are not cheap to find)
 
Maybe 3rd time is a charm. Replaced following components on 2 cards as these seemed suspect and also tested bad when taken off the card. Behaving ok for now in a 15 minutes walk test @3.0 mph. Will update if it becomes a runaway again.

942-IRFP260NPBF - MOSFET 200V 49A 40mOhm 156nCAC (this was ok on one of the cards but since I had irfp250 out for testing I replaced it nevertheless)
647-LGX2D152MELC40 - Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Snap In Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Snap In 200volts 1500uF 105c 35x40x10L/S (both were weak with high resistance but no visible signs of damage)
647-UVK1C153MHD - Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Radial Leaded Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors - Radial Leaded 16volts 15000uF (this was ok on one of the cards but replaced nevertheless as had a slightly higher resistance.)
532-4180 - Thermal Interface Products Thermal Interface Products Insulator, Aluminum Oxide Ceramic for TO-218, TO-247, TO-3P, 1.78mm Thickness, 23.24mm (did not use)

532-189790F00 - Thermal Interface Products Thermal Interface Products In-Sil-8 Pad for TO-3, TO-220, TO-218, Rust, 0.009 Inch Thickness (this is critical to replace when changing out MOSFET, and thermally conductive things are not cheap to find)
I changed just the mosfet and it worked fine for a minute. I got on and increased speed and got runaway and blown mosfet.
Did your capacitors really make the difference?
How would I check the speed sensor for correct spacing? Can I bypass the speed sensor and make one myself with Arduino or something? Thanks
 

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I changed just the mosfet and it worked fine for a minute. I got on and increased speed and got runaway and blown mosfet.
Did your capacitors really make the difference?
How would I check the speed sensor for correct spacing? Can I bypass the speed sensor and make one myself with Arduino or something? Thanks
Hi Mike, I think it did help but I am no expert at this, I don't get the runaway anymore have used it for two hours since yesterday, also I am also not sure if my 1st set of mosfets were legit (amazon- Changon or something).

As far as spacing mine about .5" from the magnetic wheel. It's pushed all the way into holder and sits flush on the rear. I have tried some variation and didn't seem to make a difference unless you are pulled way far out.

But two issues remain for me
a) every time the treadmill stops after 2 minutes but a restart makes it going again and its fine - tested upto 40 minutes.
b) I was trying to test how hot the Aluminium heatsink was getting by hand feel :) and did get the 110v shock - and I am not able to figure that out, so try and be careful. I have a feeling I have not fixed the root cause yet and its a matter of time before it goes kaput.

So not completely out of the situation yet, this pos is starting to get to me. fyi I did above replacements on 2 of my cards and both seem to work, but I am primarily testing with the first one I put in.

fyi If your MOSFET is sourced from eBay/amazon I would suggest a better source like DigiKey or Mouser. I used IRFP260NPBF as a replacement, Secondly I am sure you re using a thermal tape or something that is thermally conductive but provides insulation, I had blown mosfets initially as I didn't insulate MOSFET from heatsink.
 

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saludos comunidad electrónica tengo problemas con placas mc2100 lt de icon fitness ya que tablero enciende trabaja inclinación pero motor no anterior a esto veo publicaciones que les cambiaron el mosfet el scr resistencias y no quedan en este caso es similar quien a podido encontrar el causante en esta placa enciende el tablero el motor según gira pero no es así voltaje entrada correcto no hay voltaje salida motor cuando le das velocidad el Led enciende 5 veces apaga enciende 5 y en ese ciclo motor consume con batería de 12 v .45 mamp en serie con multímetro alguien sabe el número de partes principales de esta placa y en el controlador pwm cual es el negativo 16705975798878737983145170111516.jpg
 
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