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nGauge AFM User Manual 2.0
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nGauge AFM chip waffle structure intact.
nGauge AFM chip waffle structure is missing.
The chip is broken and cannot be used.
7.3.
Approach Troubleshooting
7.3.1.
Platform Movement and Auto-Approach
Issue
Solution
Platform will not move
Restart the software and make sure that the hardware connects
properly by watching for the “AFM Ready” notification on the
splash screen.
The sample platform can only be lowered so far before a limit
switch prevents further travel. Once the limit switch is triggered,
you will not be able to retract any more, but you should be able to
approach.
However, if there is no functional AFM chip affixed to the stage, the
platform cannot approach automatically.
Override controls exist in the
Menu
button on the top right of the
screen. After clicking the
Menu
button, the
Motor Controls
can be
used to approach without a functional AFM chip.
If the stage still will not move, contact ICSPI for support.
