1. Feeder
  • Uneven gob temperature
  • Gob too long

 

1. Feeder
  • Adjust forehearth temperature so that gob does not curl
  • Shorten the gob

 

2. Machine Setup and Operation
  • Glass is improperly loaded (off center)
  • Blank mold not properly swabbed
  • Final blow takes place too late, allowing excessive run of parison
  • Blank mold too hot

 

2. Machine Setup and Operation
  • Adjust deflector to center of blank-check size of deflector
  • Swab blanks more frequently
  • Advance final blow
  • Adjust blank cooling

 

3. Mold Equipment
  • Incorrect blank design
  • Funnel size incorrect

 

3. Mold Equipment
  • Check for correct blank design
  • Check funnel size