1.   Someone at the plant has to be ready to deal with equipment malfunctions at any time.

2.   There have been equipment malfunctions and demanding superstars.

3.   Because of the complexity of modern controllers, however, sophisticated electronic tools are typically needed to diagnose equipment malfunctions.

4.   Because of an equipment malfunction, Kneblik was storing Cokes in the freezer, which gave them a slushy consistency.

5.   A Globe review of the system last year, found the rate of equipment malfunctions, which averaged about one every two days, was climbing.

6.   While they insist they have not completely ruled out an equipment malfunction, the investigators say they are leaning toward human error as the cause of the crash.

7.   Without repairs, that seemingly simple misunderstanding could cause serious equipment malfunctions.

8.   At times, drifting snow or equipment malfunction may interrupt the pictures.

9.   But there were fewer delays caused by FAA equipment malfunctions, runway problems and other causes such as bomb threats, aircraft emergencies and VIP movements.