
Troubleshooting
5
5.2. System Problems
5.2.1.DROPPING CHAMBER
It is extremely important that all dropping chamber systems (dropper
servo, vacuum, etc.) operate properly to achieve the best results possible. Table 5-
1 lists problems related to the dropping along with possible solutions.
Problem
Solution
Dropping chamber will not drop
Travel lock engaged
Controller not initiated
Current at portable ion pump power
increases after each drop.
Ferrofluidic rotary feedthrough
needs to be replaced.
Vacuum level (ion pump current)
consistently high.
This can be caused by a small leak
in the dropping chamber (usually
at an O-ring seal). Also, the ion
pump may need to be replaced.
Leak check the dropping chamber.
If no leaks are found, replace the
ion pump. The life of the Ion Pump
is rated as 20,000 hours at 1 x 10
-6
torr (continuous operation).
However, ion pump life is usually
much less if the pump is shut off
and restarted often.
OSC mode does not operate
continuously, and cart drives into
lower spring
Velocity servo needs to be adjusted
Noisy catch.
Catch offset and ramp need to be
adjusted
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