Ametek BROOKFIELD HPQA Series Operation Instructions Manual page 31

4. False Tip Warning
• If an Error 105 occurs and the instrument is not titled past 7.5 degree a false detection
has occurred. To resolve this issue check the following:
• Vibration of the instrument is the most likely cause of a false tip detection. Ensure
the HPQA is on a stable platform
5. Instrument becomes "stuck" at the lower limit switch
• If the instrument stops during a test and becomes "stuck" at the lower limit switch
perform the following
• Power cycle the unit by turning power off and on from the switch on the back of the
HPQA
• On power-up press the home button
6. Instrument becomes stuck at the upper limit switch
• If the instrument stops at any time and becomes "stuck" at the top limit switch
• Turn off power to the unit from the switch on the back of the HPQA
• Remove the power cable from the back of the HPQA
• Physically push the sled assembly away from the top limit switch. If prior two step are
not completely you will not be able to move the HPQA head assembly
• Re-connect the power cable and turn ON the HPQA
• On power-up press the home button
7. Suspected loss of position
• If the user suspects that the home position is slipping or has moved from the original
position perform the following
• Pres the home button on the LCD and allow the unit to perform a new homing
operation. This will reset the home position
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