Nanosurf easyScan 2 AFM, Operating Instructions Manual

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REPARING FOR
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EASUREMENT
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easyScan 2 controllerThe laser beam is now blocked by the DropStop. As a
consequence, the Probe Status light on the easyScan 2 controller will now
blink red.
- Place the cantilever insertion tool (figure Contents of the AFM Tool set
(p.17), 5) into the hole behind the alignment chip (figure Mounting the
cantilever , top left ). The Cantilever Holder Spring opens.
- Use the Cantilever tweezers to remove the old cantilever from the instru-
ment (figure Mounting the cantilever , top right ).
It is recommended to always store the Scan head with a cantilever installed.
- Take the new cantilever out of its box. The cantilever is now oriented face
up.
Mounting the cantilever: top left: Inserting the cantilever insertion tool; top right: Inserting/
Removing the cantilever; bottom right: Correctly inserted cantilever