7.Customized solutions
7.1.2 Malfunctions, possible causes and troubleshooting
Following is a list of the most common problems which can arise while working with the instrument, along with possible causes and troubleshooting procedures.
If the malfunction cannot be remedied with any of the options listed in the table, or the problem occurs repeatedly, inform the Leica Service Support immediately.
Problem | Possible cause | Corrective action |
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•No display; no reaction to buttons pressed after the instrument is switched on.
1.The power cable is not connect- ed correctly.
2.Power fuses are defective.
3.The cable of the control panel is not connected correctly.
4.The voltage selection switch is set incorrectly.
1.Check the connection of the power cable.
2.Replace power fuses (see 8.3).
3.Check the connection of the cable to the control panel.
4.Check the voltage setting and correct it if necessary
(see Chapter 4.4).
• Feed motion no longer occurs.
•The specimen in the residual path area cannot be returned using the coarse feed buttons.
1.The end of the residual path has been reached.
2.The specimen was already within the residual path when the instrument was switched on.
1.STEP mode is still active (LED in SECT button lights up).
1.Select the trim mode by pressing TRIM/SECT. Then return the specimen using the coarse feed button. Then retract the specimen using the coarse feed button.
2.Follow the procedure in Item 1.
1.Press the TRIM/SECT button to switch to trimming mode. Return the specimen using the coarse feed button.
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