Chapter Seven: Troubleshooting
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Patara I and II Laser User Manual
Q-Switch Driver Over-Temp Fault
Verify the cooling fan for the RF driver is operational.
Verify that the airflow through the driver is not obstructed. This fault will not
clear until the RF driver has had time to cool down.
Q-Switch HVSWR Fault
Check RF cable connection to laser.
Perform RF output power check.
The Q-switch has failed if the measured RF power is around 20 W with 50 Ω RF
dummy load. Contact Northrop Grumman for repair.
Q-Switch Low Power Fault
Perform RF output power check.
Verify voltage to RF driver.
Adjust RF power if needed.
Channel Over Temperature Fault
Verify the eDrive fans are operational.
Verify that the airflow through the driver is not obstructed.