
NANOSYSTEM
FABRICATION FACILITY (NFF), HKUST
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4.3 Operation Rules
1. If the equipment alarms during operation, do not try to fix the problem by
yourself and should report to NFF staff immediately.
2. Do not operate the equipment unless you are properly trained and approved by
NFF staff.
3. Do not leave an on-going experiment unattended.
4. Do not run the process for more than 30 mins.
5. Enough time of cooling is needed before unloading the wafers or specimens
from the chamber after process completed.
6. Do not start the process while the door is still open.
7. Except for “main menu”, “Process for Engineering menu” and “Diagnostics
menu”, do not click into other menus such as “Maintenance menu”.
8. Do not stop the process by an improper way during normal operation. For
example, turn off the RF generator to stop the process during normal
operation.
9. Do not change the machine settings without permission of NFF staff.
10. This equipment is only for purposes of PR stripping and Descum. For any
other request, please consult with NFF staff.
4.4 Initial System Checks
1. The RF generator is turned on by confirming that “AC ON” red light is on and
“REMOTE ENABLE” green light is on.
2. The mechanical pump is turned on
3. The computer is turned on so the touch screen is functioning.
4. The chamber should be under atmosphere pressure.